KAPIL MISHRA
'Special experience for Delhiites': CM Rekha Gupta inspects Namo Yamuna River Safari ahead of soft launch
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, accompanied by Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra, inspected the capital's first-ever 'Namo Yamuna River Safari' on Sunday ahead of its proposed soft launch before the Chhath festival, describing the project as a new experience for residents and a potential family picnic destination.
AAP, BJP engage in blame game over Delhi pollution and Punjab stubble burning
Delhi minister Kapil Mishra has raised concerns over a sudden rise in stubble-burning incidents in Punjab during Diwali. AAP officials responded by asserting that smoke from Punjab cannot reach Delhi quickly. Mishra also claimed that farmers alleged fields were being set on fire amid their celebrations. Punjab faced its highest number of farm fires during this season, with 1,152 incidents recorded on Diwali.
'Data eclipse': Questions over Delhi AQI data as several monitoring stations go offline on Diwali night
Delhi recorded its most polluted Diwali in five years, with the average AQI touching 376, but questions have emerged over the reliability of official data after 36 of its 59 monitoring stations stopped reporting readings at 1 am during peak pollution hours. Private platforms reported significantly higher pollution levels, with AQI.in recording a peak of 2,283.
1,200 stubble burning locations on Diwali: Delhi Minister Mishra alleges conspiracy against farmers, against Delhi and Punjab
Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra has claimed a conspiracy related to the spike in stubble burning incidents during Diwali. He stated that farmers in Punjab reported fires in their fields while they celebrated the festival. Satellite data revealed a dramatic rise in stubble burning locations from November 7 to November 8. Mishra has called for investigations into potential involvement by Aam Aadmi Party leaders.
CJP protest at Delhi police station: What is the row over Swatantra Bhardwaj?
Supporters marched demanding action against influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj for an alleged assault. The incident involved Sanjay Kumar, father of student activist Nishu Azad, during a protest. A resurfaced video of Bhardwaj's claims intensified the controversy and political debate. Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal have questioned the alleged lack of police action.
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Delhi Assembly issues notices to 3 top Punjab Police officers over FIR against Kapil Mishra, others
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has issued notices to three top Punjab Police officers, demanding replies within 48 hours regarding an FIR against Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra. The FIR was registered using an Assembly video clip, which Gupta termed a "breach of Delhi Assembly's privileges" and an insult to the House's dignity.
Court sets aside order to further investigate role of Kapil Mishra in 2020 Delhi riots
A Magistrate court in April 2025 had directed Delhi Police to further investigate the role of Kapil Mishra and others in connection with the conspiracy of the Delhi riots of 2020. Mishra had challenged the order. Delhi Police had also challenged the order of the trial court before the Sessions Court. On September 25, the Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi reserved its order on petitions filed by BJP leader Kapil Mishra and the Delhi Police, challenging a trial court's directive for further investigation into the alleged larger conspiracy behind the 2020 North East Delhi Violence.
Delhi police files supplementary chargesheet against Delhi minister Kapil Mishra in MCC violation case
The Delhi Police have filed an additional charge sheet against Kapil Mishra for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct during the 2020 elections. An ACJM court took the charge sheet on record, with a further hearing scheduled for August 8.
Delhi govt announces Rs 500 crore elevated road project in Sonia Vihar
The Delhi government plans to build a 5.5-kilometer elevated road in Pushta Sonia Vihar, easing traffic and enhancing connectivity in the trans-Yamuna region. The Rs 500 crore project, approved by CM Rekha Gupta, will run from Nanaksar Gurudwara to Shani Mandir, benefiting thousands of daily commuters.
Court dismisses Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra's plea against summoning order in MCC violation case
Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra's revision plea was dismissed by the Rouse Avenue Court. He had challenged the trial court's cognizance and summoning order for alleged Model Code of Conduct violation during the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections. The trial court had taken cognizance of the charge sheet, which pertained to a statement Mishra made when the MCC was in force.
Kapil Mishra: From bitter critic of PM Modi, BJP, RSS to Hindutva poster boy
Kapil Mishra, once an AAP member, has been sworn in as a Delhi minister in the BJP-led government. After being sacked by AAP and switching allegiances to BJP in 2019, he became a key Hindutva figure. Mishra's role in shaping Delhi's governance, advocating Modi's vision and anti-corruption measures, is closely observed.
Karawal Nagar Delhi Election Results 2025: Kapil Mishra maintains a healthy lead over AAP's Manoj Kumar Tyagi
Karawal Nagar, a crucial Delhi constituency, sees BJP's Kapil Mishra leading against AAP's Manoj Kumar Tyagi by a significant margin in the 2025 elections. Kapil Mishra, previously an AAP MLA, faces competition from Manoj Tyagi of AAP and Dr. PK Mishra of Congress.
Kapil Mishra appointed as Delhi BJP vice-president
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Kapil Mishra has been appointed as Delhi BJP vice president on Saturday. "On the orders of BJP Delhi president Virendra Sachdeva, Kapil Mishra has been appointed as the Vice president of the party's Delhi unit. This appointment will come into force with immediate effect," the party said in a statement.
'Ashamed' of alumnus Kapil Mishra, want him arrested: DU's school of social work
Describing Mishra as a "blot" on the history of the DSSW, the students' body said the BJP leader has tarnished the department's image with his "provocative acts and communal statements". Mishra has been accused of delivering a hate speech before communal violence erupted in northeast Delhi this week, claiming at least 42 lives and leaving over 200 injured.
Who is Kapil Mishra? Deadly Delhi riots put the glare on AAP neta-turned BJP firebrand
Mishra was initially a member of Aam Aadmi Party. He got elected to Delhi Legislative Assembly from Karawal Nagar on an AAP ticket in the 2015 election. He was later appointed as the water resource minister in the then Arvind Kejriwal-led government. Things, however, turned sour between Mishra and other top AAP leaders, and eventually he was thrown out.
BJP leader Kapil Mishra's speech shameful, govt not doing anything more shameful: Priyanka Gandhi
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday said what BJP leader Kapil Mishra had said was "shameful" but the government's silence on it was even "more shameful". She also demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation.
Delhi violence: Gambhir calls for action against anybody provoking people
East Delhi BJP MP Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday condemned the violence in the city over the amended citizenship law and said action should be taken against any party member, "whether Kapil Mishra or anyone else", who gave provocative speeches.
Model Town election results: BJP's Kapil Mishra concedes defeat
The Election Commission had imposed a 48-hour campaigning ban on the BJP candidate over his controversial tweets.
BJP candidate Kapil Mishra terms Delhi polls contest between India, Pakistan
Mishra, who left the Aam Aadmi Party to join the BJP, said, "Pakistan has made its entry in Shaheen Bagh. Many mini Pakistans are being formed in Delhi. Indian law is not not being followed in Shaheen Bagh, Chandbagh, Indralok."
AAP MP Sanjay Singh to file petition in HC to ensure Modi's presence in Parliament
Singh's move was prompted by a PIL filed by disgruntled AAP legislator Kapil Mishra earlier today over "low attendance" of CM Arvind Kejriwal
Court to hear Satyendar Jain's plea against Kapil Mishra on July 28
Advocate Gautam Dhamija, appearing for Jain, had argued that Mishra had allegedly made defamatory statements before the national media.
Doctors advise Kapil Mishra to get hospitalised
Mishra, who is on an indefinite hunger strike, demands the Aam Aadmi Party reveal details of foreign tours undertaken by its party leaders.
Kapil Mishra's mother accuses Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal of spreading lies
Annapurna Mishra also expressed disappointment at the Delhi CM's silence on the questions posed by her son, whose AAP membership was suspended last week/
Kapil Mishra begins fast, seeks AAP leaders' foreign trip details
Calling the strike a ‘Satyagraha’ and not a ‘dharna’, Mishra demanded that CM Arvind Kejriwal should release details of foreign trips made by five AAP leaders.
Truth will triumph: Arvind Kejriwal on graft charges by Kapil Mishra
The one-day special session is expected to be a stormy affair as the opposition BJP plans to come down hard on the AAP government over Mishra's graft charges.
Ousted AAP minister Kapil Mishra launches stinging attack on Arvind Kejriwal
Kapil Mishra was sacked from the Kejriwal Cabinet yesterday. His sacking highlighted the simmering tension between the top AAP leaders.
Kapil Mishra's charges don't merit a response: Manish Sisodia
Mishra's surprise sacking came days after he sided with senior party leader Kumar Vishwas who has been at loggerheads with the party leadership.
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