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In a bid to challenge the Bharatiya Janata Party’s dominance in Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party and Congress have forged an alliance under the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA). AAP will contest on four seats while Congress will field candidates on three. The campaign has been marked by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest and subsequent release, transforming him into a star campaigner for INDIA. Despite the BJP’s attempt to portray Kejriwal as corrupt, AAP’s ‘Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se’ campaign has resonated with voters. Congress, after initial internal discord, has joined forces with AAP against a common enemy. The polls will reveal whether AAP can break the BJP’s winning streak and if Congress can revive its presence in Delhi.

Delhi’s power demand has reached unprecedented levels during the ongoing heatwave, with the peak demand touching 7,717 MW on Tuesday afternoon. This marks a new all-time high for the national capital, surpassing previous records set in 2022. The soaring demand has primarily been attributed to extreme weather conditions, leading to a surge in the use of air conditioning appliances. This heatwave is expected to continue until Saturday, with the maximum temperature forecast to reach 46°C by next week. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and assuring citizens of uninterrupted power supply despite the challenging conditions.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using Swati Maliwal’s alleged assault case at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s residence for political gain. The AAP claims that the BJP is fabricating new conspiracies every day during elections and is utilizing Maliwal to support its faltering cause.

North India, particularly Haryana and Delhi, has been experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures reaching extreme highs. Najafgarh, situated in the capital, recorded the country’s highest temperature on Monday at 47.4 degrees Celsius. Extensive areas of Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh have been affected by the scorching heat, with temperatures frequently exceeding 45 degrees Celsius. This heatwave has significantly disrupted daily life, prompting many individuals to stay indoors during the hottest hours of the day. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a warning, highlighting the prevalence of heatwave conditions in various regions and predicting their continuation for the upcoming five days.

Due to the severe heatwave conditions in Delhi, the government has directed all private and government schools to close down immediately for summer vacations. This directive comes despite clear orders that all schools must close from May 11 to June 30 for the summer break. The government has observed that some schools, particularly government-aided and unaided recognized private schools, are still open and has advised them to close for the summer vacation.

North India, particularly Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, will endure a severe heatwave until May 21, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Delhi is expected to experience extreme heat on Sunday, with temperatures reaching 44 degrees Celsius and a red alert issued for the city. The IMD has also issued an orange alert for several other states and a yellow alert for Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Odisha, warning of heatwave-like conditions.

A social media user’s assertion that Delhi is a boring city has ignited a heated online discussion. The user, Yukti, stated that there are no water bodies, trails, hikes, or scenic places to explore in Delhi. However, many Delhiites vehemently disagreed. They highlighted the city’s rich history, architecture, and green spaces. Some users suggested places like Lodhi Garden and Hauz Khas for trails and hikes. The debate has raised questions about the perception of Delhi and the need to explore hidden gems within the city.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha has returned to Delhi after undergoing eye surgery in the United Kingdom. He was welcomed at the residence of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday, May 18. Chadha’s absence had raised questions, but the party had stated he would return upon recovering. In April, a Delhi minister disclosed that Chadha had developed an eye ailment that could have resulted in blindness.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has filed an FIR against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s personal assistant, Bibhav Kumar, alleging that she was physically assaulted by him. Maliwal has accused Kumar of slapping, hitting her on the stomach, and kicking her. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from political leaders and activists.

The Common University Entrance Test, Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2024 has been postponed in Delhi on May 15 due to unavoidable reasons. The examination will now be conducted in the national capital on May 29, and revised admit cards will be released for candidates. The exam will proceed as scheduled in all other cities nationwide and abroad. The undergraduate entrance exam scheduled on other dates (May 16, 17, 18) at all centres, including those in Delhi, will also be held as per the original schedule.