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Dalwai slams BJP and AAP after seven AAP MPs switch camps in Rajya Sabha power grab

Dalwai slams BJP and AAP after seven AAP MPs switch camps in Rajya Sabha power grab

Congress leader Husain Dalwai has accused BJP and AAP of undermining democracy after seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs defect to the ruling party. He criticized the trend of changing camps without resigning, calling it a coercive, power-driven maneuver rather than ideology or public service. Dalwai framed the move as a serious blow to democratic norms and accountability.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 27 Apr 2026
Piyush Goyal slams AAP as MPs quit for BJP, calling party corrupt and misgoverned

Piyush Goyal slams AAP as MPs quit for BJP, calling party corrupt and misgoverned

Union Minister Piyush Goyal reacted after two-thirds of AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, including Raghav Chadha, joined the BJP. He alleged AAP has abandoned its core values and has become linked with corruption and misgovernance. The move marks a major reshuffle in the party’s upper house presence and intensifies the political fight ahead of upcoming battles.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026

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Two thirds of AAP Rajya Sabha MPs quit party for BJP sparking fury and fresh defections talk

Two thirds of AAP Rajya Sabha MPs quit party for BJP sparking fury and fresh defections talk

A major political shift is underway as two-thirds of Aam Aadmi Party’s Rajya Sabha MPs have reportedly joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. BJP leaders say the exits reflect ideological alignment, while AAP leaders have reacted with anger. BJP now expects more defections from other parties, escalating pressure in the run-up to the next phase of parliamentary politics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026
AAP Youth Wing defaces Rajya Sabha MPs homes in Punjab after BJP switch

AAP Youth Wing defaces Rajya Sabha MPs homes in Punjab after BJP switch

The Aam Aadmi Party’s youth wing has launched protests across Punjab targeting seven Rajya Sabha MPs who recently joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. Protesters allegedly defaced residences, burned effigies, and called the MPs “traitors.” While AAP leaders condemned the defections and said disqualification proceedings will follow, BJP has welcomed the new members.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
AAP slams BJP over Rajya Sabha defections, says ED scares big netas not volunteers

AAP slams BJP over Rajya Sabha defections, says ED scares big netas not volunteers

Aam Aadmi Party leaders hit back after several Rajya Sabha MPs switched to the BJP. Delhi state president Saurabh Bharadwaj accused the BJP of fearing questions and opposition, arguing that the ruling party can be pressured while ordinary AAP workers face different consequences. The defectors’ formal announcement was welcomed by BJP leadership as a chance to counter the AAP politically.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 25 Apr 2026
AAP MPs resign and merge into BJP again as power swaps repeat

AAP MPs resign and merge into BJP again as power swaps repeat

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, led by Raghav Chadha, resigned and announced a merger with the BJP, pointing to ideological convergence and frustration with AAP’s current direction. Analysts say it fits a repeating pattern: legislators from smaller parties aligning with the BJP after breakpoints emerge within their original ranks.

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

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AAP Rajya Sabha MPs move to BJP as Raghav Chadha names seven defectors

AAP Rajya Sabha MPs move to BJP as Raghav Chadha names seven defectors

Raghav Chadha announced that two-thirds of Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs will merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party, announcing seven members in a press conference. The move comes amid a history of internal turbulence in AAP since 2012, with multiple high-profile leaders including Shazia Ilmi and Kumar Vishwas previously distancing themselves over ideological differences and disputes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
AAP alleges BJP Operation Lotus as Raghav Chadha leads seven Rajya Sabha defections

AAP alleges BJP Operation Lotus as Raghav Chadha leads seven Rajya Sabha defections

The Aam Aadmi Party has accused the BJP of running “Operation Lotus” after seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, including Raghav Chadha, defected to the saffron party. AAP leader Sanjay Singh claimed the move was orchestrated by BJP. Chadha said the MPs chose “positive politics,” distancing from alleged party “crimes” and invoking constitutional provisions to merge.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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