BJP and DMK secured significant wins in UP's Milkipur and Tamil Nadu's Erode (East) bypolls respectively. BJP's Chandra Bhanu Paswan defeated SP's Ajit Prasad by a large margin, while DMK's VC Chandhirakumar achieved a landslide victory, demonstrating strong support for the ruling parties ahead of upcoming elections.
Arvind Kejriwal accepted AAP's defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections, emphasizing the party's contributions to health, education, and utilities over the past decade. BJP credited PM Modi's leadership and campaign efforts for their victory, with promises of significant governance changes. Kejriwal faced accusations of corruption and arrogance.
With BJP governments now in all NCR states, PM Modi announced plans to enhance mobility and infrastructure across the region. Projects like the long-delayed RRTS corridors, major highway links, and Metro network extensions will be expedited, aiming to develop Delhi as a modern city with robust urban infrastructure.
Delhi's recent election showcased a political shift, with BJP reclaiming power after 27 years, signaling Narendra Modi's regained dominance. Arvind Kejriwal's AAP faced a significant decline, losing due to voter dissatisfaction with infrastructure, especially among middle-class residents. Rahul Gandhi's influence appeared diminished, and opposition unity weakened.
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.
BJP gained support in three of Delhi's five riot-hit constituencies, with Mohan Singh Bisht, Kapil Mishra, and Ajay Mahawar recording wins in Mustafabad, Karawal Nagar, and Ghonda, respectively. AAP maintained control over Seelampur and Gokalpur. Despite BJP largely avoiding discussions on the 2020 riots, their foothold in northeast Delhi has strengthened.
Congress's failure to secure any seats in Delhi for the third time in a row raises concerns about its future, despite a high-voltage campaign led by Rahul Gandhi. The party's inability to rebuild its organizational base and past alliances with AAP have further diminished its voter support.
BJP won a resounding victory in Delhi, capturing 48 of 70 assembly seats, especially in areas bordering Haryana. AAP maintained dominance in Muslim and Dalit seats, while unauthorized colonies largely supported them. The division of votes between AAP and Congress benefited BJP significantly.
The BJP capitalized on the alleged financial irregularities in AAP's excise policy and the costly renovation of the CM's residence to undermine AAP’s image. They also targeted slum dwellers and the economically weak with promises of housing and financial aid, leading to BJP's resurgence in Delhi after 27 years.
Arvind Kejriwal's defeat marks a notable shift in New Delhi politics, highlighting both the diminishing trust in his governance post-alleged corruption scandals and unmet promises. His AAP party, now relegated to the opposition, faces significant challenges in maintaining its cohesion and relevance.
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.
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.
Founding members of the Aam Aadmi Party blame its historic defeat on the departure from its original anti-corruption values. Anna Hazare and other former members criticised the focus on money and self-service, rather than selfless service. The 2025 Delhi elections saw BJP's significant victory, ending AAP's dominance and marking a shift in voter preferences.
Several turncoat candidates won in the Delhi Assembly election 2025. Notable winners include Arvinder Singh Lovely, Tarwinder Singh Marwah, Kartar Singh Tanwar, Kailash Gahlot, and Manjinder Singh Sirsa, all of whom shifted to the BJP from other parties. Their successful transitions signify the ongoing trend of political shifts in Indian politics.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat met the parents of the R G Kar Medical College medic who was raped and murdered in August last year. He expressed solidarity with the family and promised support. Bhagwat also discussed the organization's future roadmap with South Bengal RSS functionaries during his visit.
West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari claimed that Bengal will be next to vote for the BJP following their historic win in Delhi. He congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for leading the party's significant comeback and predicted a similar outcome for Bengal in 2026.
Union minister Amit Shah ridiculed the Congress for their poor show in the Delhi assembly elections, where they failed to win a single seat and lost security deposits in 67 out of 70 seats. Rahul Gandhi acknowledged the defeat, thanking supporters and pledging to continue the fight against pollution, inflation, and corruption.
BJP clinches a significant victory in the Delhi assembly elections, breaking AAP's hold. The defeat of freebies politics underscores the importance of development and good governance. PM Modi promises comprehensive development, aiming to improve the quality of life for Delhi's citizens.
The Delhi poll result reignites the debate within the INDIA bloc regarding leadership, with Congress blamed for AAP’s defeat and BJP’s return after 27 years. The opposition's disunity is highlighted as a critical factor in their failure, with calls for the Congress to lead a united front.
In Mehrauli, BJP's Gajender Singh Yadav won with 45,000 votes, while independent candidate Balyogi Baba Balaknath surprisingly outperformed Congress's Pushpa Singh by securing 9,667 votes. AAP's Mahender Chaudhary was a close runner-up with 45,627 votes. Balaknath, a 34-year-old priest with declared assets worth Rs 39.1 lakh, contested independently and has no criminal record.
Arvind Kejriwal's AAP has lost power to BJP in the 2025 Delhi assembly elections after a successful run in 2015 and 2020. The former Delhi chief minister, who was out on bail in the excise policy case, contested aggressively against the BJP and the Congress. But this time around his tricks did not work
The Aam Aadmi Party's decision to contest independently in Delhi cost them the chance at a strategic alliance with Congress, resulting in a significant victory for BJP after 27 years. An AAP-Congress coalition could have potentially won key constituencies and prevented the split of anti-BJP votes.
Facing its first major setback, the Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi under Arvind Kejriwal lost to BJP, securing only 23 out of 70 seats. Major former allies such as Swati Maliwal, Kailash Gehlot, Kapil Mishra, and Alka Lamba, whose departures highlighted internal conflicts, are pivotal in Kejriwal’s reflections.
The BJP regained power in Delhi after 27 years by defeating Arvind Kejriwal's AAP. While the AAP remained strong in Muslim-majority constituencies like Seelampur and Matia Mahal, a divided vote between AAP, Congress, and AIMIM impacted results in seats such as Mustafabad and Badli. A pre-poll alliance might have altered outcomes.
As vote counting for the Delhi elections begins, the Congress party faces a stark decline in influence, overshadowed by BJP and AAP. Internal fractures within the opposition and disunity in the INDIA bloc have contributed to their fourth consecutive defeat, raising questions about their future relevance in Delhi's political landscape.
The Congress party has once again failed to gain any seats in the Delhi assembly elections, marking their third consecutive zero. Despite a strong campaign led by Rahul Gandhi, the party could only achieve a minor increase in their vote share, which remains under 5%.
Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has issued an order mandating that no files, documents, or computer hardware be removed from the Delhi Secretariat without permission from the General Administration Department, citing security concerns. Branch in-charges in all departments are directed to ensure the safety of records and documents.
Congress' Sandeep Dixit, son of former Delhi CM Sheila Dixit, lost the New Delhi seat but managed to undermine Arvind Kejriwal's vote count, aiding BJP's Parvesh Verma in winning the contest. This election was personal for Dixit, avenging his mother's political defeat.
Arvind Kejriwal of the Aam Aadmi Party has lost his New Delhi assembly seat to BJP's Parvesh Verma by over 3000 votes, marking a significant setback for AAP. Despite Kejriwal's accusations of BJP attempting to poach his party candidates, the BJP has now regained power in Delhi after 27 years.
India's tax policy has evolved significantly since the 1970s, when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's government imposed a 97.5% income tax rate to promote economic equality. This policy led to massive tax evasion and a shrinking tax base, prompting reforms. By Budget 2025, a more progressive tax framework is anticipated, focusing on growth and taxpayer relief.
With the BJP crossing the halfway mark in the Delhi assembly election results, attention now turns to the central leadership's decision on the chief ministerial candidate. Despite the AAP's critique over the unnamed CM face, contenders like Parvesh Verma and Vijender Gupta emerge as strong possibilities.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated that the Delhi assembly election results could have been different if Congress and AAP had united against the BJP. Both parties, despite being allies in the INDIA bloc, competed individually. Raut also accused the Election Commission of ignoring voter manipulation tactics as allegedly used in Maharashtra.