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20 Jul

Anmol Gagan Maan Withdraws Resignation, Reaffirms Loyalty to AAP

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAAP, Amnol Gagan Maan, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): In a fresh political development, senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Punjab cabinet minister Anmol Gagan Maan has announced her decision to withdraw her resignation, reaffirming her faith in the party’s leadership. Taking to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Maan wrote, “Met AAP Punjab president Aman Arora today. Accepted the decision of Aam Aadmi Party and Arvind Kejriwal to reject the resignation.” Her public statement comes days after she had submitted her resignation amid growing speculation over internal party disagreements. However, with this move, she appears to have signaled a truce and a renewed…

23 Jun

Arvind Kejriwal made it clear that he is not going for Rajya Sabha

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAAP, Arvind kejrival, Gujarat Elections

National Times Bureau (Rajeev Sharma): AAP clinches victory in Visavadar (Gujarat) and Ludhiana West (Punjab) by-elections, party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal says, "In February elections, we won Visavadar seat but our MLA left the party and joined the BJP... But today, we have won both the seats (including Ludhiana West) with a double margin. We won Ludhiana West as well, and it shows that people are happy with our work. It is said that it's always the ruling party that wins the by-elections, but in Gujarat it is the BJP which is in power and it has also hold on…

23 Jun

Gopal Italia Clinches Victory for AAP in Gujarat’s Visavadar Bypoll

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingAAP, Gopal Italia, Gujarat, Visavadar

Ahmedabad (National Times): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) secured a major win in Gujarat as its candidate Gopal Italia emerged victorious in the Visavadar Assembly bypoll, defeating BJP’s Kirit Patel by a significant margin. Italia garnered 65,295 votes compared to Patel’s 51,222 after 18 rounds of counting, according to data released by the Election Commission. This win marks a significant political moment for AAP in Gujarat, especially after its recent struggles in Delhi. Visavadar, located in Junagadh district, saw a voter turnout of 56.89% in the June 19 by-election. The seat had fallen vacant in December 2023 following the resignation of…

23 Jun

AAP’s Sanjeev Arora Wins Ludhiana West By-Election 2025, Delivers Key Boost to Ruling Party

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAAP, Ludhiana, Punjab, Sanjeev Arora

Ludhiana (National Times): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora emerged victorious in the high-stakes Ludhiana West Assembly by-election on Sunday, dealing a blow to the Congress and solidifying the ruling party's hold in Punjab’s urban political landscape. Arora’s win comes months after the seat fell vacant due to the untimely death of AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi. The by-election had seen intense campaigning and sharp political rhetoric, particularly between AAP and Congress. With this win, AAP retains a crucial urban seat at a time when it is under pressure following setbacks in Delhi. According to…

30 May

AAP Government’s Major Crackdown on Illicit Liquor: Excise Department Seizes 80,000 Liters of Ethanol in Overnight Raids

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Illicit Liquor, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab government is taking a stringent action against illegal liquor. In a major operation against illicit liquor, the Excise Department conducted overnight raids on Thursday. During the raid, a massive consignment of approximately 80,000 liters of ethanol, packed in two trucks in Bathinda, was seized, and several individuals were arrested. The two trucks carrying ethanol bore Gujarat registration numbers, clearly indicating that the consignment originated from Gujarat. In addition, two Toyota Etios cars and one Innova SUV connected to the case were also seized. Eight individuals involved in the case have been arrested and charged under…

20 May

Arvind Kejriwal Launches AAP’s Student Wing ‘ASAP’ as Ex-Chief Minister, Eyes Youth-Led Political Reform

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPoliticsAAP, Arvind Kejriwal, ASAP, student politics

New Delhi, May 20, 2025: Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal launched the party’s student wing, ASAP (Association of Students for Alternative Politics), on May 20, 2025, in New Delhi. The launch event, held at the Constitution Club of India, marks Kejriwal’s return to public mobilisation — this time with a sharp focus on the country’s student population.Though no longer in office, Kejriwal continues to shape AAP’s ideological direction. Speaking at the launch, he said the country's persistent issues stem from 75 years of mainstream politics. He described ASAP as a platform for young people to…

19 May

BJP Demands CBI Probe Into Amritsar Hooch Tragedy, Alleges AAP’s Nexus with Liquor Mafia

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Amritsar Hooch Tragedy, Bhagwant Mann, BJP, Liquor Mafia, Sunil Jakhar

National Times Bureau, May 19, 2025: In a scathing attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has submitted a formal memorandum to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria demanding a time-bound probe into the recent hooch tragedy in Majitha, Amritsar district. The tragedy has claimed 27 lives, with BJP alleging it to be the result of AAP’s complicity with the liquor mafia.BJP Punjab State President Sunil Jakhar, in a detailed letter dated May 19, 2025, held Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s administration responsible for the avoidable loss of lives. The victims, mostly daily wage earners,…

AAP Government Spreading Hypocrisy in the Name of Education Revolution: Arvind Khanna<br>Using Arbitrary Orders to Spread Misinformation on Social Media, Alleges BJP Leader

07 Apr

AAP Government Spreading Hypocrisy in the Name of Education Revolution: Arvind Khanna
Using Arbitrary Orders to Spread Misinformation on Social Media, Alleges BJP Leader

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Arvind Khanna, BJP

Chandigarh, April 7: Arvind Khanna, Vice President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Punjab unit and former MLA, has accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab of spreading hypocrisy in the name of an “education revolution.”In a statement issued today, Khanna said that the AAP government is trying to cover up its failures by forcing teachers in the education department and employees in the health department to promote ministers’ activities on their personal social media accounts.He alleged that, for the first time, the government is portraying even minor activities such as wall repairs and toilet inaugurations as…

02 Apr

Kejriwal Urges Punjab’s Youth to Join War Against Drugs

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, anti-drug campaign, Arvind Kejriwal, drug-free Punjab, Punjab drug crisis

Ludhiana, April 2, 2025: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called upon Punjab's youth to take an active role in eradicating the drug menace from the state. Speaking at an awareness march against drugs, Kejriwal urged young people to reject drugs and help authorities fight the crisis.He warned that if the issue is not tackled decisively, it could lead to devastating consequences for future generations. Accusing previous governments of shielding drug cartels, Kejriwal claimed that corrupt political leaders had allowed the trade to flourish for financial gains. He vowed that such leaders…

18 Mar

Bhagwant Mann Lauds AAP’s Achievements, Targets Akali Dal at Ludhiana Rally

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Akali Dal, Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh, March 18, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann addressed a massive gathering in Ludhiana, highlighting AAP's transformative governance and pledging to fulfill the dreams of the nation’s martyrs. Mann paid tribute to Kartar Singh Sarabha, recalling his influence on Bhagat Singh’s revolutionary spirit.Mann praised AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal for shifting political focus to education and healthcare. “Kejriwal ji’s vision is being implemented today, and the results are evident,” he said. He accused the Badals and the Akali Dal of corrupt rule, blaming them for Punjab’s drug crisis and social decline.Mann outlined his government's aggressive anti-drug measures, including police…