Times of India

Manish Meena reported to railway authorities that his wife, Asha, secured a railway job through a dummy candidate for Rs 15 lakh. His complaint led to a probe and a CBI investigation, uncovering a potential larger recruitment scam. Suspensions have occurred, but there are suspicions involving senior officials that have yet to be addressed.

BJP has secured the highest number of reserved seats since 1993, winning 4 out of the 12 SC constituencies, including Mangolpuri for the first time. This marks a significant shift from previous elections where AAP dominated all SC seats. BJP's campaign focused on Dalit welfare initiatives amid controversies surrounding BR Ambedkar's legacy.

BJP secured four out of nine seats for its female candidates in the Delhi assembly elections, while AAP won one. Despite the highest female participation in decades with 95 women candidates, only five women were elected compared to eight in 2020. BJP's successful candidates include Shikha Roy, Neelam Pahalwan, Rekha Gupta, and Poonam Sharma.

In the 2025 Delhi assembly elections, BJP won 48 out of 70 seats with a 2.6% lead in vote share over AAP, reducing it to 22 seats. Highlights include BJP's narrow victories in Sangam Vihar and Trilokpuri and notable wins by AAP's Aaley Mohammad and Zubair Ahmed. BJP's Vijender Gupta secured a significant win in Rohini.

BJP's victory in the Delhi assembly elections boosted Haryana's leadership morale. Haryana's chief minister Nayab Singh Saini and former CM Manohar Lal Khattar played key roles in the campaign. Political theatrics between AAP's Kejriwal and BJP heightened, with controversy over Yamuna water quality highlighting the electoral clash.

For the first time since the Delhi assembly's formation in 1993, the city will send members of two different political parties to the Rajya Sabha. With BJP winning 48 seats and AAP securing 22 seats, the BJP will claim two seats while AAP will take one seat in the Upper House.

PM Modi emphasised tabling all pending CAG reports, including those on 'Sheesh Mahal' and the liquor policy, intensifying scrutiny on top AAP functionaries. Probes might extend to health, education, PWD, and DJB, highlighting alleged irregularities in various sectors, including Delhi schools and hospitals.

The new Delhi govt faces significant financial challenges in delivering on BJP's ambitious election promises, including monthly payments for underprivileged women and seniors. With a projected tax revenue of Rs 58,750 crore against increasing expenses, funding these schemes may require reallocating funds from other sectors or seeking central assistance.

Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia's loss leaves AAP needing to nurture new leadership as it transitions into opposition. Key remaining figures Atishi and Gopal Rai will need to consolidate AAP's position in the assembly amidst potential defections and leadership disputes.

The Election Commission is unlikely to pursue further action against former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's accusation of Haryana releasing "poisoned" Yamuna waters. With a criminal FIR and court case already filed in Haryana and Delhi elections over, EC intends to let the legal process unfold independently despite some violations of the law being noted.

The 2025 Delhi assembly elections highlighted the emergence of a younger generation of legislators. Notable first-time winners included BJP's Ravikant Ujjain in Trilokpuri, AAP's Chaudhary Zubair Ahmad in Seelampur, and BJP's Harish Khurana in Moti Nagar. These victories signify a generational shift in the city's politics.

AAP's Amanatullah Khan secured a hat-trick in Okhla with 88,943 votes, defeating BJP's Manish Chaudhary and other contenders. Despite past controversies and allegations, Khan's popularity remains strong within the community, earning most of the 43% Muslim vote, and continuing a long-standing trend of electing minority leaders since 1993.

Parvesh Verma emerged as a key figure in Delhi BJP after defeating Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi assembly seat. Despite initial skepticism, his aggressive campaign strategy paid off, marking a significant victory for BJP amid a leadership transition.

BJP secured a significant win in the Delhi assembly election, capturing 48 of 70 seats, and ending a 27-year gap in governance. The process of government formation and the CM's swearing-in ceremony will commence after February 15, pending approval from the President of India and considering PM Modi's schedule. A surprise candidate may be chosen for the CM position.

The Delhi election results saw BJP reclaim power after 27 years, highlighting voter dissatisfaction with AAP's leadership, particularly Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal's downfall was attributed to perceived corruption and unfulfilled promises, while BJP successfully appealed to the middle-class electorate. The defeat serves as a lesson in humility and focus for Kejriwal.

Sanjay Dutt was shocked to learn that a fan, Nisha Patil, had left him property worth Rs 72 crores after her passing, despite them having no personal connection. Dutt decided not to claim the inheritance. With a career spanning over 135 films, Dutt's ventures also include investments in various sectors and a net worth of Rs. 295 crores.