India strongly objects to German envoy’s comments on Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest, citing interference in internal affairs. Ministry of External Affairs summons Deputy Head of Mission of German Embassy. Germany stresses fair trial for Kejriwal, emphasizing democratic norms and judicial independence. Kejriwal accused in Delhi liquor policy scam, investigation ongoing.

Rebel Congress MLAs in Himachal Pradesh switched to BJP after disqualification, strengthening the party amid public discontent. Independent MLAs also joined BJP, reflecting the dissatisfaction with the state Congress government.

The I-T department has accused Biswas, a TMC leader, of tax evasion and possession of assets disproportionate to his known sources of income