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AIADMK MLAs rush back to Chennai after resort lockout to plot next move amid turmoil

AIADMK MLAs rush back to Chennai after resort lockout to plot next move amid turmoil

AIADMK MLAs have returned to Chennai after a three-day stay in a Puducherry resort where they were reportedly kept to curb cross-voting or defections. The group met party leader Edappadi K Palaniswami at his residence. A fresh meeting is set to decide the party’s next steps and respond to allegations that TVK submitted forged support letters.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Congress fires back at AAP as seven MPs merge with BJP in Rajya Sabha

Congress fires back at AAP as seven MPs merge with BJP in Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha Chairman has acknowledged the merger of seven AAP MPs with the BJP, prompting sharp criticism from Congress. Senior leader Ajay Maken called AAP the “B team” of the BJP and alleged financial influence in how Rajya Sabha seats were allocated. He further claimed the average net worth of the MPs who defected is over ₹818 crore, escalating the political fight.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026

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AAP alleges Centre threatened MPs into joining BJP as petition awaits Rajya Sabha ruling

AAP alleges Centre threatened MPs into joining BJP as petition awaits Rajya Sabha ruling

AAP’s Sanjay Singh claims the Centre pressured seven Rajya Sabha MPs, including Ashok Mittal, to merge with BJP. Singh said he hopes Rajya Sabha chairman CP Radhakrishnan will rule favourably on his petition seeking disqualification. The charge follows the MPs’ switch to the BJP, raising questions over political defection and process in the upper house.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 27 Apr 2026
Sanjay Raut calls BJP Bakasur after AAP MPs defect, claims hunger for protection and power

Sanjay Raut calls BJP Bakasur after AAP MPs defect, claims hunger for protection and power

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut attacked the BJP after seven AAP Rajya Sabha members defected, saying the party’s appetite is endless. Using the Bakasur myth, he claimed the move reflects wealthy MPs seeking protection and political cover. Raut also said he faced similar pressure to join the BJP earlier, framing the defections as a symptom of coercion rather than conviction.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
Sanjay Singh Calls AAP MPs Defection To BJP Unconstitutional Demands Rajya Sabha Action Now

Sanjay Singh Calls AAP MPs Defection To BJP Unconstitutional Demands Rajya Sabha Action Now

Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh slammed seven Rajya Sabha MPs who joined the BJP, calling the move unconstitutional and contrary to parliamentary rules. He argued the defectors’ switch was invalid and demanded strict action from the Rajya Sabha Chairman. Singh said the way the MPs moved to the BJP violated constitutional provisions, setting the stage for a formal political and procedural showdown.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 25 Apr 2026
AAP MPs defect to BJP in hours leaving Rajya Sabha numbers in flux for Punjab

AAP MPs defect to BJP in hours leaving Rajya Sabha numbers in flux for Punjab

In a rapid political shake-up, multiple Aam Aadmi Party MPs resigned and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party within hours. The move has immediately altered the Rajya Sabha number game for AAP, raising questions about how many lawmakers remain aligned with Punjab’s party leadership and what this means for its parliamentary strength.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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AAP Rebel MPs Quit Party and Formally Join BJP in Delhi Ceremony

AAP Rebel MPs Quit Party and Formally Join BJP in Delhi Ceremony

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs who quit the party on Friday have officially joined the BJP. The defection includes Raghav Chadha, Ashok Mittal, Sandeep Pathak, Harbhajan Singh, Vikram Sahney, Swati Maliwal and Rajendra Gupta. BJP welcomed them at its Delhi headquarters with flowers and sweets, underscoring the political shift ahead of the next phase of campaigning and parliamentary battles.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
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