Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:40pm on 10 Feb 2025,Monday Politics
Delhi Assembly elections ended with a win for the BJP. The party secured 48 out of 70 seats. This victory ended AAP’s decade-long rule. It is the first time in 27 years that the BJP wins in Delhi. Sources say a woman MLA may become the next Chief Minister. The new CM will be chosen from the newly elected legislators. Four women candidates won their seats by large margins. Rekha Gupta, Shikha Roy, Poonam Sharma, and Neelam Pehalwan are top contenders. The BJP may also name a Deputy Chief Minister from a diverse background. Final decisions will be made soon.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:53am on 10 Feb 2025,Monday Politics
Arvind Kejriwal has called a crucial meeting with AAP MLAs in Punjab following the party's heavy defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections. Opposition leader Partap Singh Bajwa claims he is in contact with 30 AAP MLAs, hinting at a possible split. Congress leaders allege Kejriwal may contest from Ludhiana and aim for Punjab’s Chief Ministerial post. BJP also speculates leadership changes. AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang dismissed defection talks, stating the meeting is routine for feedback and future strategy. AAP had won 92 of 117 seats in Punjab in 2022 but now faces internal turmoil after its Delhi loss.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:10pm on 09 Feb 2025,Sunday Politics
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned on Sunday, nearly 2 years after ethnic violence erupted in the state. He submitted his resignation to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla as speculation grew over a no-confidence motion and floor test by Congress. Singh, who recently met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, stated it was an "honor" to serve Manipur. Despite BJP’s majority, dissent within the party raised concerns. Manipur has faced ethnic violence since May 2023, leaving over 250 dead. The Manipur Assembly’s 7th session begins February 10, where political developments are expected to unfold.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:42pm on 09 Feb 2025,Sunday Politics
The BJP will form its new government in Delhi after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his US visit on February 15. The party won 48 out of 70 seats, ending AAP’s rule after 27 years. A grand oath-taking ceremony is planned, with top NDA leaders invited. BJP has not yet announced a Chief Minister. Parvesh Verma, who defeated Arvind Kejriwal, is a top contender. Other possible candidates include Bansuri Swaraj and Smriti Irani. The party is now discussing its leadership for Delhi’s future.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:56am on 09 Feb 2025,Sunday Politics
Following BJP’s landslide victory in Delhi, speculation over the next chief minister has intensified. Parvesh Verma, who defeated Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi, is the frontrunner. Other contenders include Ashish Sood, Pawan Sharma, and former Delhi BJP presidents Vijender Gupta and Satish Upadhyay. The BJP leadership may also consider a woman candidate, with Shikha Roy and Rekha Gupta emerging as possibilities. Some leaders suggest an MP like Manoj Tiwari could be picked. Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva confirmed the final decision rests with the party’s central leadership as anticipation grows.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:46am on 09 Feb 2025,Sunday Politics
The BJP is poised to form the government in Delhi after a 27-year hiatus, following its resounding victory in the Assembly elections by winning 48 seats. High-level meetings are underway in New Delhi to select the next Chief Minister, with five prominent leaders emerging as contenders, including Parvesh Verma and Vijender Gupta. The oath ceremony for the new CM is expected to take place after Prime Minister Modi returns from his US visit on February 13. The decision will be finalized by the party’s central leadership, with suggestions that a fresh face or even a woman candidate might lead the government.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:16am on 09 Feb 2025,Sunday Politics
Atishi resigned as Delhi Chief Minister on Sunday after AAP’s massive defeat in the assembly elections, submitting her resignation to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena. The BJP secured 48 out of 70 seats, ending AAP’s decade-long rule. Atishi, who took office in September after Arvind Kejriwal stepped down over corruption allegations, retained her Kalkaji seat but saw key AAP leaders, including Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, lose. “This is not a time for celebration—this is a time to fight,” Atishi said, vowing to oppose the BJP’s rule. The Assembly was dissolved, and the BJP is set to form the next government.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:48pm on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics
As AAP faces a crushing defeat in the Delhi elections, Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal’s cryptic post depicting Draupadi’s cheerharan from the Mahabharata has drawn attention. The post, seen as a dig at Arvind Kejriwal, gained over 53,000 views and 2,000 reposts. Maliwal, a vocal critic of Kejriwal, recently protested outside his residence over governance failures. BJP leads in 46 out of 70 seats, threatening AAP’s hold in Delhi. Kejriwal trails behind BJP’s Parvesh Verma. The elections saw a 60.54% voter turnout.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:43pm on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured 48 out of 70 seats in the Delhi Assembly elections, defeating Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which won only 22. PM Narendra Modi called it a mandate for development, stating, “Delhi is India’s gateway and should get the country’s best infrastructure.” Parvesh Sahib Singh, who defeated Kejriwal, is among BJP’s top contenders for chief ministership. Congress failed to win any seats for the third straight election. A voter turnout of 60.54% was recorded. BJP returns to power in Delhi after 27 years.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:30pm on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called BJP’s Delhi election victory a win for "development, vision, and trust." He criticised AAP, saying, "The people of Delhi will not tolerate corruption and lies… they want governance, not theatrics." Modi promised to clean Delhi, tackle pollution, and improve the Yamuna River. He also targeted Congress, calling it a "parasite party" that brings others down. "It is my guarantee to the people of Delhi—Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas," he said. With BJP now in power, Modi assured that the city will see real change and better governance.