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A significant rift within the Aam Aadmi Party has led to a major exodus, with seven AAP MPs joining the BJP. This leaves the party with only three members in the Rajya Sabha, including leader Sanjay Singh, who has denounced the defectors as 'traitors' amidst allegations of 'Operation Lotus' targeting the Punjab government.

As AAP now grapples with defections to the BJP, this extract of a journalist revisits an earlier moment of unease — when Raghav Chadha’s absence during Kejriwal’s arrest first raised questions about his role, relevance, and position within the party

AAP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha announced his departure from the party, stating that two-thirds of AAP's Rajya Sabha MPs are merging with the BJP. Chadha cited the party's drift from its founding ideals and alleged corruption within AAP as reasons for the move. He praised Prime Minister Modi's leadership and pledged to continue raising citizen issues.

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

The Enforcement Directorate conducted fresh searches in Nashik as part of a money laundering probe against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat. The agency previously seized cash and froze assets worth Rs 2.4 crore. Kharat faces multiple FIRs for extortion, religious manipulation, and drug-facilitated assault on women.

Parliament considers crucial delimitation bills, raising concerns for democratic legitimacy and India's federal balance. These proposals could alter political power distribution significantly. The article argues for careful deliberation and public consultation before any constitutional changes are enacted. Statesmanship demands scrutiny, not speed, to ensure fairness and preserve the Union's integrity.

Speaking about his campaign experiences across the state, Tharoor said, "I participated in campaigns across 59 constituencies in Keralam. The UDF will come to power in Keralam. There is a feeling of anti-incumbency among the people. I could understand this directly through my campaign visits across constituencies."

Emigrants form 8% of the state electorate, and are active participants in homeland affairs. The extent to which war has deterred them from travelling to vote this time, may affect a closely fought election’s outcome

India remains committed to its fiscal deficit target for 2026-27, prioritizing capital expenditure despite Middle East tensions impacting oil prices. While austerity measures are considered, crucial infrastructure projects are protected. Officials suggest subsidy targeting and savings could offset added fiscal pressure, but economists warn of potential slippage if fuel prices remain capped.

Raghav Chadha, removed as AAP's Rajya Sabha deputy leader, asserted his silence in Parliament is not defeat. He questioned the party's high command after AAP requested the Rajya Sabha Secretariat to stop him from speaking, stating his focus has always been on raising public issues.

Kerala faces recurring natural disasters, yet political and public discourse on their root causes remains limited. A new 'People's Environment Charter' aims to revive 'Green politics' and integrate ecological concerns into governance, addressing unregulated construction and climate change impacts.

From being one of party chief Arvind Kejriwal’s visible lieutenants, Raghav Chadha has demolished AAP in the Rajya Sabha and defected to the BJP with other party MPs

Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik clarified that he initiated the Biju Naveen Inspirational Foundation for the state's welfare before his critical surgery. He stated the trust, named after his father and himself, was funded with his personal money. The foundation's Delhi registration and timing of its announcement have drawn questions from the BJP and former BJD leaders.