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Anti-defection law won't apply to AAP MPs, say experts

TNN / Apr 25, 2026, 02:41 (IST)

Tenth Schedule Sterile, Replace It, Says Singhvi

RS defections: SAD calls Mann’s move to meet President ‘political drama’

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 01:49 (IST)

'Ginger-garlic can’t be a dish': Bhagwant Mann’s jab at defecting AAP MPs; seeks meeting with President for their ‘recall’

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 07:38 (IST)

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is seeking a meeting with President Murmu to recall seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP. A minister questioned the authenticity of two signatures on the defection letter, suggesting a potential forgery. The party argues these defections betray the mandate and undermine democracy, seeking a constitutional precedent for removal.

When Raghav Chadha moved bill in 2022 that would have stopped his switch from AAP to BJP

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 27, 2026, 18:40 (IST)

In a major political development, Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Friday quit the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The move comes days after an open rift with the AAP leadership. Announcing his decision at a press conference, Chadha said the party had strayed from its founding principles.

Kejriwal tried to stop defections, but it was a case of too little, too late

TNN / Apr 27, 2026, 03:20 (IST)

Will write to VP, seek disqualification of 7 MPs who joined BJP: Sanjay Singh

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 00:14 (IST)

7 ex-AAP MPs formally join BJP; NDA strength in Rajya Sabha climbs to 148, AAP down to 3

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 27, 2026, 11:11 (IST)

Seven Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs have officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, bolstering the NDA's numbers in the Upper House. This move, facilitated by the anti-defection law's provision for two-thirds party mergers, sees the BJP's strength increase significantly. The party anticipates further gains by year-end, nearing a crucial two-thirds majority.

AAP to write to RS Chairman demanding disqualification of MPs who crossed over to BJP

TNN / Apr 25, 2026, 23:46 (IST)

Punjab CM seeks time from President, wants ‘recall’ of MPs.

RS defections: CM seeks Prez meet, AAP to seek their MPs’ disqualification

Apr 25, 2026, 23:33 (IST)

'Their atrocities have increased': Atishi attacks BJP after Rajya Sabha nod to AAP MPs’ merger

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 28, 2026, 13:27 (IST)

Delhi LoP Atishi has declared the Rajya Sabha Secretariat's acceptance of seven AAP MPs merging with the BJP as "unlawful and unconstitutional." She argued that the Constitution and anti-defection laws do not permit such mergers, warning PM Modi of historical consequences for increased "atrocities."

Why AAP MPs escaped anti-defection law and how their move affects the party

TNN / Apr 25, 2026, 16:11 (IST)

Legal experts explained why the anti-defection law wasn’t applicable to the MPs and party leaders said they’re very surprised by one MP’s desertion

Mann to present case against rebel MPs to President today

TNN / May 05, 2026, 01:06 (IST)

7 of 10 AAP MPs in Rajya Sabha join BJP: Why this number matters

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 24, 2026, 16:55 (IST)

Evening news wrap: Trump shooting scare at White House dinner; AAP seeks termination of 7 rebel MPs & more

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 26, 2026, 17:59 (IST)

Donald Trump was evacuated unharmed after gunfire at a White House dinner. The AAP is seeking the termination of seven rebel MPs. Rahul Gandhi condemned the killing of a Congress worker in West Bengal. Ishan Kishan shared a light-hearted moment with a young cricketer. Chernobyl has become a wildlife sanctuary 40 years after the nuclear accident.

AAP defectors' move 'illegal': Sanjay Singh

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 04:23 (IST)

AAP sends petition to Rajya Sabha Chair to terminate 7 MPs who moved to BJP

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 26, 2026, 14:01 (IST)

The Aam Aadmi Party has urged the Rajya Sabha Chairman to disqualify seven MPs who defected to the BJP, citing constitutional experts who believe they are liable for disqualification. This move follows the MPs' departure, sparking a legal and political dispute over anti-defection rules.

Raghav Chadha Exit Explained: How Seven MPs Leaving Triggered AAP Crisis

Apr 25, 2026, 21:16 (IST)

Any law should be enacted after gaining people’s trust: speaker Khader

TNN / Apr 20, 2026, 23:31 (IST)

'Bharatiya Jhootha Party': Sanjay Singh slams BJP over 'Sheeshmahal 2' claim, threatens defamation suits

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 25, 2026, 14:43 (IST)

Raghav Chadha-led exodus jolts AAP; party races to recalibrate strategy: What next?

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 25, 2026, 11:07 (IST)

Seven Aam Aadmi Party MPs, including Raghav Chadha, defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party, citing a deviation from the party's core principles. The move is permissible under the anti-defection law as it involves more than two-thirds of the AAP's Rajya Sabha members. AAP plans to seek disqualification for some MPs.