CM out on bail, MCD likely to restart process for Delhi mayor polls
7 months, 1 week ago

CM out on bail, MCD likely to restart process for Delhi mayor polls

Hindustan Times  

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi may now restart the process to elect the next Delhi mayor now that chief minister Arvind Kejriwal is out of Tihar jail on interim bail till June 1, people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday. One of the bail conditions imposed by the Supreme Court on Arvind Kejriwal was that he would not visit the Delhi secretariat and not sign official files unless required for obtaining clearance/ approval of the lieutenant governor of Delhi. To be sure, one of the bail conditions imposed by the Supreme Court on Kejriwal was that he would not visit the Delhi secretariat and that he shall be bound by the statement made on his behalf that he shall not sign official files unless required and necessary for obtaining clearance/ approval of the lieutenant governor of Delhi. “The Supreme Court interim bail order clearly states that the chief minister shall not sign official files unless it is required and necessary for obtaining clearance or approval of the lieutenant governor of Delhi.

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Delhi Mayor Election Highlights: AAP candidate Mahesh Khichi elected mayor
1 month, 1 week ago

Delhi Mayor Election Highlights: AAP candidate Mahesh Khichi elected mayor

Hindustan Times  

Delhi Mayor Election Highlights: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi is set to elect its new mayor on Thursday, following the appointment of a presiding officer by Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Wednesday. Competing for the mayoral role are AAP’s Mahesh Kumar Khichi, 45, a councillor from the Dev Nagar ward in Karol Bagh, and BJP’s Kishan Lal, 47, from Shakurpur …

Released Indian opposition leader Kejriwal to resign as Delhi chief minister
3 months, 1 week ago

Released Indian opposition leader Kejriwal to resign as Delhi chief minister

Hindustan Times  

-Indian opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal said on Sunday he will resign as chief minister of the Delhi regional government, two days after he was released from prison on bail in a graft case. Released Indian opposition leader Kejriwal to resign as Delhi chief minister Kejriwal was granted bail on Friday by India's Supreme Court and left prison in the evening …

Bail to Kejriwal: BJP to change tack, take on AAP govt. over ‘constitutional crisis’ in Delhi
3 months, 1 week ago

Bail to Kejriwal: BJP to change tack, take on AAP govt. over ‘constitutional crisis’ in Delhi

The Hindu  

With Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal walking out of jail, the BJP will recalibrate its campaign against the Delhi government ahead of the Assembly election scheduled for February next year, party sources said. Over the past few months, the principal Opposition party frequently spoke about AAP being a “den of corrupt leaders” after its top leaders — Mr. Kejriwal, former Deputy …

Delhi Lt Governor intervenes in MCD ward committee polls, names presiding officers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi Lt Governor intervenes in MCD ward committee polls, names presiding officers

India Today  

Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena on Tuesday asked the Municipal Corporation of Delhi commissioner to appoint presiding officers for the ward committee polls, after Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi opposed it. The Lieutenant Governor used "special powers" under the DMC Act, and in the "larger public interest", ahead of the polls scheduled on Wednesday. The Lt Governor said in a …

Delhi high court refuses to delay MCD ward panel polls
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi high court refuses to delay MCD ward panel polls

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi high court on Friday refused to consider a plea seeking the rescheduling of Municipal Corporation of Delhi ward committee elections, scheduled for September 4, saying that it cannot interfere to direct the MCD commissioner to prescribe the schedule in a particular way. The last date to file nomination in elections to the long-pending ward committee, which were announced …

‘Will you re-arrest CM?’: Delhi HC on ED petition to cancel Kejriwal's bail
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Will you re-arrest CM?’: Delhi HC on ED petition to cancel Kejriwal's bail

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi high court on Wednesday asked the Enforcement Directorate if it intended to arrest chief minister Arvind Kejriwal again in the money laundering case registered in connection with the Delhi excise policy. Taking note of the Supreme Court’s July 12 order granting interim bail to the Aam Aadmi Party chief, a bench of justice Neena Bansal Krishna asked ED …

DC Edit | SC order on Kejriwal bail does not go far enough
5 months, 1 week ago

DC Edit | SC order on Kejriwal bail does not go far enough

Deccan Chronicle  

The Supreme Court’s decision to grant interim bail again to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal is a significant legal development in the long-running saga of Enforcement Directorate action against a prominent politician belonging to the Opposition camp. The order, however, does not go far enough to remove many complications surrounding Mr Kejriwal’s status now even as he is to stay …

Arvind Kejriwal bail Updates: Delhi CM to walk out by noon on Friday
6 months ago

Arvind Kejriwal bail Updates: Delhi CM to walk out by noon on Friday

Hindustan Times  

By Arvind Kejriwal bail Updates: The Delhi chief minister was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate in the excise policy case. Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has been granted bail by a Delhi court Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was on Thursday granted bail by a city court, more than three months after he was arrested by the …

Arvind Kejriwal sent to judicial custody after surrender at Tihar Jail
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal sent to judicial custody after surrender at Tihar Jail

Hindustan Times  

Delhi's Rouse Avenue court on Sunday remanded Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal to judicial custody till June 5, in connection with the money laundering probe linked to the liquor policy case. On May 20, when Arvind Kejriwal was out on interim bail, the Enforcement Directorate had moved an application seeking extension of his judicial custody for fourteen days. Last month, …

Arvind Kejriwal news Highlights: Delhi CM has ‘only one request,’ says AAP
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal news Highlights: Delhi CM has ‘only one request,’ says AAP

Hindustan Times  

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered at the Tihar jail after his interim bail granted by the Supreme Court ended on June 1. Welcome to our live coverage of Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal's surrender at Tihar Jail today. The bail was granted to allow the AAP supremo to campaign in the elections amid ongoing legal battles over a money …

Arvind Kejriwal Bail: Delhi Court Seeks ED's Response, Next Hearing On June 1
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal Bail: Delhi Court Seeks ED's Response, Next Hearing On June 1

ABP News  

A Delhi court on Thursday issued notice to Enforcement Directorate in Arvind Kejriwal's plea seeking bail in Delhi Liquor Policy case. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday moved Rouse Avenue Court seeking bail in the Delhi excise policy case after facing rejection from Supreme Court registry. On Wednesday, the Supreme Court's registry rejected Arvind Kejriwal's plea for 7 day …

Arvind Kejriwal requests 7-day interim bail extension citing 'medical tests'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal requests 7-day interim bail extension citing 'medical tests'

India Today  

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has filed a petition in the Supreme Court, seeking an extension of his interim bail by seven days in connection to the money laundering case linked to the liquor policy scam, citing medical tests. Speaking to the ANI news agency, AAP leader Atishi said the "sudden weight loss is a matter of concern for doctors". …

Arvind Kejriwal says he'll be back from jail on June 5 if INDIA bloc wins polls
7 months, 1 week ago

Arvind Kejriwal says he'll be back from jail on June 5 if INDIA bloc wins polls

India Today  

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said if the Opposition INDIA bloc wins the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, he would be back from Tihar Jail on June 5, a day after the results are announced. He went on to say that although he would eturn to Tihar Jail on June 2, "I will be watching the election results inside …

Kejriwal says he won't have to go back to jail after 20 days if...
7 months, 1 week ago

Kejriwal says he won't have to go back to jail after 20 days if...

Hindustan Times  

On the second day of his roadshow in New Delhi, chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday said he will not have to go back to jail after 20 days if there are maximum votes for his party. "These people are saying I will have to go back to jail after 20 days," Kejriwal said to 'nahi jayenge, nahi jayenge' shouts …

Voting for relief: On interim bails and elections
7 months, 1 week ago

Voting for relief: On interim bails and elections

The Hindu  

In granting interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Supreme Court of India has reversed a development that upset the level playing field for the ongoing general election. But the arrest of a serving Chief Minister and a key figure in the Opposition, when the election process was already on, sent shock waves among regional parties. In Mr. …

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal walks out of jail in heat of electoral battle
7 months, 1 week ago

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal walks out of jail in heat of electoral battle

Hindustan Times  

In a development that may have significant implications for both the ongoing general elections and the political landscape of Delhi, the Supreme Court on Friday ordered the release of Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on interim bail until June 1 in the excise policy case, rejecting the Enforcement Directorate ’s contention that the release for political campaigning would amount to …

Election relief for Kejriwal
7 months, 1 week ago

Election relief for Kejriwal

Hindustan Times  

Since Justice VR Krishna Iyer’s comment to the effect in 1977, the considered view is that bail is the rule and jail is the exception. So, it is welcome that the Supreme Court has given interim bail to the Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi excise policy case. The bail terms set by …

No visit to CM’s office, Delhi Secretariat: SC’s five interim bail conditions for Arvind Kejriwal
7 months, 2 weeks ago

No visit to CM’s office, Delhi Secretariat: SC’s five interim bail conditions for Arvind Kejriwal

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court, in granting interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, on Friday set five conditions, one of which prohibits the Delhi Chief Minister from contacting any witnesses involved in the case. In a major relief to Kejriwal, the apex court bench comprising Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Dipankar Datta has granted the Delhi Chief Minister …

SC Bars Arvind Kejriwal From CM Office While On Bail. These Are His 5 Bail Conditions
7 months, 2 weeks ago

SC Bars Arvind Kejriwal From CM Office While On Bail. These Are His 5 Bail Conditions

ABP News  

The Supreme Court while granting interim bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on Friday laid down several directions for him to follow while he is out on bail. The top court ruled that Arvind Kejriwal will be released on interim bail in connection with the Delhi Liquor Policy case till 1st of June 2024, and asked him to surrender on …

Why SC Gave Arvind Kejriwal Interim Bail — Top Arguments In Delhi CM's Favour
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Why SC Gave Arvind Kejriwal Interim Bail — Top Arguments In Delhi CM's Favour

ABP News  

Arvind Kejriwal Bail: The Supreme Court on Friday allowed interim release for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal who had been under judicial custody in connection with the Delhi Liquor Policy case since March 21. the top court said in its order 3) General Elections Come Once In Five Years The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that it will hear arguments …

AAP's First Reaction As Delhi CM Kejriwal Gets Interim Bail: 'Last Chance To Save Democracy'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

AAP's First Reaction As Delhi CM Kejriwal Gets Interim Bail: 'Last Chance To Save Democracy'

ABP News  

Arvind Kejriwal Interim Bail: After the Supreme Court granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi Liquor Policy case to campaign for Lok Sabha elections 2024 till June 2, the Aam Aadmi Party on Friday called it a win for democracy and the Constitution. #WATCH | On SC granting interim bail to CM Arvind Kejriwal, AAP …

Arvind Kejriwal gets interim bail till June 1, will have to surrender next day
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal gets interim bail till June 1, will have to surrender next day

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal till June 1 in a big relief. An interim bail till June 1 means Kejriwal will be out of jail when Delhi votes on May 25. The Supreme Court reasoned that granting 21-day interim bail to Kejriwal would not make much of a difference. It said …

Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: Delhi CM welcomed by parents at home
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: Delhi CM welcomed by parents at home

Hindustan Times  

Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal till June 1 in connection with the money laundering case associated with the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. Earlier, the top court, during the hearing on the petition on Tuesday, said it did not want Kejriwal to discharge his official duties if he …

Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: Delhi CM welcomed by parents at home
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: Delhi CM welcomed by parents at home

Hindustan Times  

Arvind Kejriwal News Highlights: The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal till June 1 in connection with the money laundering case associated with the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. Earlier, the top court, during the hearing on the petition on Tuesday, said it did not want Kejriwal to discharge his official duties if he …

India’s top court grants bail to opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s top court grants bail to opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal

Al Jazeera  

Supreme Court allows Delhi chief minister to leave custody until June 1, allowing him to campaign for elections. India’s Supreme Court has ordered the temporary release on bail of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, a key opposition leader, which will allow him to campaign in the ongoing general elections. In a decision issued on Friday, Supreme Court Justices Sanjiv …

SC bars Kejriwal from entering CM office, Delhi Secretariat while out of jail on interim bail
7 months, 2 weeks ago

SC bars Kejriwal from entering CM office, Delhi Secretariat while out of jail on interim bail

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal cannot visit his office or the Delhi Secretariat during the tenure of his interim bail, the Supreme said on Friday as it imposed a slew of restrictions on him as part of the bail conditions. It asked Kejriwal to not sign any official file unless absolutely necessary to obtain the Lieutenant Governor's sanction …

For Arvind Kejriwal, interim bail dos and don'ts from Supreme Court
7 months, 2 weeks ago

For Arvind Kejriwal, interim bail dos and don'ts from Supreme Court

India Today  

Arvind Kejriwal is set to be released from Delhi's Tihar Jail after the Supreme Court today granted him interim bail until June 1 to campaign in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. While the top court said that "21 days won't make much of a difference" to the Enforcement Directorate's arguments against interim bail, it has listed strict conditions on what …

Significant precedent in history of our democracy: Left leaders laud bail to Kejriwal
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Significant precedent in history of our democracy: Left leaders laud bail to Kejriwal

New Indian Express  

The Communist Party of India general secretary D Raja said that his party welcomes the relief granted to Kejriwal despite the fact the Enforcement Directorate fervently opposed his bail. “CPI welcomes the interim bail granted to AAP Convenor and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal by the Supreme Court, despite ED’s vehement opposition to it. He further expressed hope that former chief …

He Is An Elected CM, Not Habitual Offender; Elections Held Once In 5 Yrs: Supreme Court On ED's Objection To Interim Bail For Arvind Kejriwal
7 months, 2 weeks ago

He Is An Elected CM, Not Habitual Offender; Elections Held Once In 5 Yrs: Supreme Court On ED's Objection To Interim Bail For Arvind Kejriwal

Live Law  

While hearing Arvind Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate on March 21 in the Delhi Liquor Policy case, the Supreme Court today said that it cannot treat the Delhi Chief Minister as a habitual offender.The bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta was considering the issue of granting Kejriwal interim bail when it expressed disapproval with. …

No interim bail yet for Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case; SC may continue hearing plea on May 9
7 months, 2 weeks ago

No interim bail yet for Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case; SC may continue hearing plea on May 9

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on May 7, 2024 did not grant interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in excise policy case and said it may continue hearing his plea seeking bail on May 9, 2024. “The matter may tentatively be listed the day after tomorrow,” the court said, adding, “next week would be tough as it is the last …

'Arvind Kejriwal Is Elected CM, It's An Exceptional Case': SC To Examine Interim Bail For Election Campaign
7 months, 2 weeks ago

'Arvind Kejriwal Is Elected CM, It's An Exceptional Case': SC To Examine Interim Bail For Election Campaign

ABP News  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday after hearing Enforcement Directorate's submissions briefly on the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that it will have to hear arguments on interim bail for Kejriwal as the elections are around the corner and this case will take time to conclude. The top court however said that if Arvind Kejriwal is released on …

You can't perform official duties if we give bail: Top court to Arvind Kejriwal
7 months, 2 weeks ago

You can't perform official duties if we give bail: Top court to Arvind Kejriwal

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that if jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is released on interim bail, he won't be allowed to perform official duties as it "may have a cascading effect". During the Supreme Court hearing, the two-judge bench asked senior lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for the jailed Chief Minister, whether Kejriwal would attend office, sign …

Arvind Kejriwal case: Supreme Court says it may consider interim bail
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal case: Supreme Court says it may consider interim bail

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court forewarned the Enforcement Directorate on Friday that it may “consider” granting interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case due to the ongoing Lok Sabha election. “Let me make it clear, we may consider interim bail because of elections,” Justice Sanjiv Khanna informed Additional Solicitor General S.V. Mr. Kejriwal had submitted that …

We May Consider Question Of Interim Bail For Arvind Kejriwal Because Of Elections : Supreme Court Tells ED
7 months, 3 weeks ago

We May Consider Question Of Interim Bail For Arvind Kejriwal Because Of Elections : Supreme Court Tells ED

Live Law  

While hearing Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in the Delhi Liquor Policy case, the Supreme Court on Friday expressed that it might consider the question of interim bail for the purposes of Lok Sabha Elections if the hearing gets delayed. Observations in Manish Sisodia case judgment applicable to Kejriwal : Singhvi Responding …

Arvind Kejriwal arrest hearing LIVE updates | SC says it may consider interim bail for Kejriwal on account of polls, next hearing on May 7
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Arvind Kejriwal arrest hearing LIVE updates | SC says it may consider interim bail for Kejriwal on account of polls, next hearing on May 7

The Hindu  

In a significant development, the Supreme Court on May 3 said it is inclined to consider granting interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on account of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. A Bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta cautioned that “it may or may not grant interim bail” to the AAP supremo but is ready to …

MCD mayoral polls postponed
7 months, 4 weeks ago

MCD mayoral polls postponed

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The mayoral elections scheduled for April 26 were postponed on Thursday owing to the non-appointment of a presiding officer to oversee the poll, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi said following a directive from L-G V K Saxena. The election was “subject to clearance from the Election Commission of India and the nomination of the presiding officer,” the notice …

Delhi mayoral polls postponed due to non-appointment of presiding officer
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Delhi mayoral polls postponed due to non-appointment of presiding officer

India Today  

Elections to the posts of mayor and deputy mayor of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi have been postponed due to the non-appointment of the presiding officer, a civic body notification said on Thursday. An official order from the Municipal Secretary's office stated, "The election is subject to clearance/permission from the Election Commission and nomination of the presiding officer." The civic …

Arvind Kejriwal News: AAP Chief Sent to 6-Day ED Custody, Atishi Says 'Kejriwal Will Remain Delhi CM'
9 months ago

Arvind Kejriwal News: AAP Chief Sent to 6-Day ED Custody, Atishi Says 'Kejriwal Will Remain Delhi CM'

News 18  

'Govt Can be Run From Inside Jail': AAP leader and advocate Bhupinder Singh Joon “The government will be run by Arvind Kejriwal as the Constitution has no such provision where he is required to resign. ': Union Minister Smriti Irani Slams Arvind Kejriwal “Today, we got details of how a person who sits on a constitutional post and cites honesty, …

After Arvind Kejriwal's Arrest, AAP Says He Will Remain Delhi CM. But Can He Run Government From Jail?
9 months ago

After Arvind Kejriwal's Arrest, AAP Says He Will Remain Delhi CM. But Can He Run Government From Jail?

ABP News  

Arvind Kejriwal Arrested: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's arrest on Thursday evening set the political circles abuzz as he became the first sitting CM to be taken into custody. The Aam Aadmi Party, however, said that Kejriwal won't resign and will run the Delhi government from the jail. In the case of a high-security prisoner or a death-row inmate, visitors can …

Will Arvind Kejriwal continue as Delhi CM after arrest by ED? Minister Atishi replies
9 months ago

Will Arvind Kejriwal continue as Delhi CM after arrest by ED? Minister Atishi replies

Hindustan Times  

With Arvind Kejriwal being arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in the Delhi excise policy case, who will run the government now? Delhi minister Atishi has ruled out resignation by the Aam Aadmi Party convenor, saying that he will continue as CM and run the government from the jail. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the ED on Thursday. …

Arvind Kejriwal finally appears before Delhi court in ED summons case, gets bail
9 months, 1 week ago

Arvind Kejriwal finally appears before Delhi court in ED summons case, gets bail

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday appeared before a court in the national capital in the Enforcement Directorate summons case. Arvind Kejriwal going to Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court in ED summons case. The Enforcement Directorate has filed two complaints against Kejriwal for disobeying their summonses to join the probe in the Delhi excise policy case. Last week, …

High Court Sets Aside Delhi Mayor’s Decision For Re-Election Of MCD Standing Committee
1 year, 7 months ago

High Court Sets Aside Delhi Mayor’s Decision For Re-Election Of MCD Standing Committee

Live Law  

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday set aside the decision of Mayor Shelly Oberoi to hold re-election for six members of the standing committee of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav allowed the pleas moved by BJP councillors Kamaljeet Sehrawat and Shikha Roy challenging the notice issued by the Mayor on February 24.The court has ordered the Mayor …

MCD to elect its next Mayor today, AAP eyeing second win
1 year, 7 months ago

MCD to elect its next Mayor today, AAP eyeing second win

The Hindu  

April 26, 2023 01:25 am | Updated 10:49 am IST - New Delhi The Municipal Corporation of Delhi is geared up for fresh polls on Wednesday to elect a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the new financial year. For the posts of Mayor and Deputy Mayor, AAP has retained incumbents Shelly Oberoi and Aaley Mohammad, while the BJP has …

Stage set for second round in MCD mayoral polls
1 year, 8 months ago

Stage set for second round in MCD mayoral polls

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday announced its candidates for the posts of mayor and deputy mayor of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi elections to which are scheduled to take place on April 26. According to party officials, Greater Kailash councillor Shikha Rai will be BJP’s nominee for the post mayor while Soni Pandey, councillor from Sonia Vihar, will be …

Fresh mayoral polls on April 26; AAP, BJP keep their cards close to chest
1 year, 8 months ago

Fresh mayoral polls on April 26; AAP, BJP keep their cards close to chest

The Hindu  

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi on Wednesday issued an official notification stating that elections to the posts of Mayor and Deputy Mayor will be held on April 26. The tenure of Mayor Shelly Oberoi and Deputy Mayor Aaley Mohammad Iqbal, both from the Aam Aadmi Party, ended on March 31, but they will continue to hold office till the fresh …

MCD mayor polls on April 26, nominations open till April 18
1 year, 8 months ago

MCD mayor polls on April 26, nominations open till April 18

Hindustan Times  

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will elect a new mayor and a deputy mayor on April 26, according a notification issued by the civic body. According to the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, a new mayor is elected every year at the start of the financial year on April 1. In an order issued by the municipal secretary Siva Prasad on …

Delhi MCD eyes next mayoral polls by April end
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi MCD eyes next mayoral polls by April end

The Hindu  

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will likely elect the next Mayor before the end of the month, either on April 26 or April 28, according to sources in the civic body. Senior MCD officials said incumbent Mayor Shelly Oberoi will suggest the date for the fresh mayoral polls. Severe disruptions While the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor were elected on …

As Delhi high court defers hearing, MCD Budget clearance in doubt
1 year, 9 months ago

As Delhi high court defers hearing, MCD Budget clearance in doubt

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Nearly four months after the results to the civic polls were announced on December 7, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi continues to be in a mess with the annual Budget and formation of key civic panels in a limbo even as the corporation is staring at a fresh mayoral elections. A senior municipal corporation official said that the …

Delhi HC Stays Re-election of MCD Standing Committee, Says Nowhere Reflected That Mayor Has Authority To...
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi HC Stays Re-election of MCD Standing Committee, Says Nowhere Reflected That Mayor Has Authority To...

News 18  

Delhi MCD News: The Delhi High Court in its order staying the re-election of the MCD standing committee said, “From the perusal of regulation 51, it is nowhere reflected that the Mayor has authority to declare an election of the standing committee as null and void.” Two BJP councillors Shikha Roy and Kamaljeet Sehrawat moved the Delhi HC against Mayor …

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