BJP to form SIT to probe corruption cases at first Cabinet meeting of new government in Delhi
The Hindu
BJP forms SIT to probe corruption cases in Delhi after winning elections, emphasizing zero tolerance for scams.
A day after storming to power in Delhi following a gap of more than 26 years, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday (February 8, 2025) announced to form a Special Investigation Team at the first Cabinet meeting of the new government to probe corruption cases.
Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva said the party has "zero tolerance" for corruption and those involved in scams will be held accountable.
"As Prime Minister Narendra Modi said many times, and so did we, the CAG report will be presented during the first Cabinet meeting. We will also form a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate all corruption cases," Mr. Sachdeva told PTI Videos.
Commenting on the BJP sweeping Delhi polls with 48 seats in the 70-member House, Mr. Sachdeva credited Prime Minister Modi and BJP president J.P. Nadda for guiding the party to success.
He emphasised that Delhi's voters backed the BJP for development, expressing confidence in Mr. Modi's leadership.
On the rout of the Congress which drew a blank for the third time in a row, Mr. Sachdeva said despite being a historically significant party, it has suffered a major downfall and should "work harder".
Regarding the BJP's Chief Ministerial face for Delhi, Mr. Sachdeva said the party follows a systematic approach and leaves such decisions to the central leadership, as was seen in other states.
Srinivas University's 7th convocation saw 2,233 students graduate, with inspiring speeches and awards highlighting the ceremony.
Dalai Lama and BJP leader Sambit Patra receive Z-category security cover from CRPF in India.
Senior scientist emphasizes water conservation and sustainable resource management for future generations at international conference on environmental sustainability.
Chairperson G. Pallavi visits nomadic communities in Kodagu, urging them to benefit from government schemes for economic stability.
Minister C.V. Ganesan inaugurates phase III of Makkaludan Mudhalvar scheme in Krishnagiri
Yuvraj ahead of Jamal by a stroke
Arrest of Vamsi illegal, says YSRCP leader Botcha Satyanarayana. The NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has been resorting to vendetta politics since coming to power, and has failed to implement its electoral promises, he says.
UDF hartal in Wayanad over wild animal attacks disrupts daily life, affecting businesses, transportation, and educational institutions.
Kalaburagi CPI(M) demands Karnataka government enforce Micro Loan Ordinance, curb microfinance harassment, and support self-help groups.
CITU representatives seek action against contract worker employment at Samsung and S.H. Electronics India factories in Sriperumbudur.
Kalyana Karnataka Literary Festival at Gulbarga University features seminars, renowned writers, and interactive sessions on literature.
Beyond a rise in operational expenses, BMRCL is grappling with substantial loan repayment commitments, officials said.
A significant ruling by the Delhi High Court – former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar has been convicted in a dual murder case related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.