AAP Chief Kejriwal Acquitted in Liquor 'Scam' Case

Arvind Kejriwal, chief of the Aam Aadmi Party, became emotional after being acquitted in a liquor 'scam' case, reiterating his commitment to honesty.

27 Feb, 07:19 — 27 Feb, 07:29

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Why this matters

The 'liquor scam' case has been a significant political controversy, with allegations of corruption often leveled against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its chief, Arvind Kejriwal. His acquittal represents a major legal and political victory for Kejriwal and AAP, potentially bolstering their image and impacting future electoral dynamics by removing a key point of attack from political rivals.

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Both outlets report on AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal's acquittal in the liquor 'scam' case, highlighting his emotional reaction and strong statements post-discharge. The core narrative across both sources is Kejriwal's vindication and his counter-allegations, with coverage largely aligned on the key event and his immediate response.

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	hindu	indian-express
Kejriwal's specific allegation that the conspiracy was 'hatched to finish off AAP'.
Kejriwal's specific quote, 'Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life'.

Covered Divergent Not mentioned

What sources agree on

Arvind Kejriwal was acquitted in the liquor policy case.
Arvind Kejriwal became emotional/tearful after his court discharge.
Kejriwal made strong statements asserting his innocence and alleging political motives behind the case.

Where they diverge

Kejriwal's specific post-acquittal statements and their framing

hindu

Focuses on Kejriwal's allegation of a 'biggest political conspiracy' hatched to 'finish off AAP'.

indian-express

Highlights Kejriwal's declaration of being 'kattar imaandaar' (fiercely honest) and learning only honesty in life.

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

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Arvind Kejriwal was acquitted in the liquor policy case.

agreed·hinduindian-express

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Arvind Kejriwal became teary/broke down after his court discharge.

agreed·hinduindian-express

Kejriwal alleged the case was a 'biggest political conspiracy'.

unverified·hindu

Coverage gaps

Kejriwal's specific allegation that the conspiracy was 'hatched to finish off AAP'.

Reportedhindu

Missingindian-express

Kejriwal's specific quote, 'Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life'.

Reportedindian-express

Missinghindu

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hindu

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

indian-express

Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life: AAP chief breaks down after acquittal in liquor ‘scam’ case

Right-leaning

No articles

Key entities

Arvind KejriwalAAP Chief, acquitted in the case AAPPolitical party led by Kejriwal CourtLegal body that discharged Kejriwal

Coverage Timeline

First report: indian-express · 27 Feb, 07:19|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 11m|Window: 11m

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indian-express27 Feb, 07:19First to report

Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life: AAP chief breaks down after acquittal in liquor ‘scam’ case

hindu27 Feb, 07:29Latest update

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

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hindu2d ago

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

Mr. Kejriwal alleged that the "conspiracy" of the excise case was hatched to finish off AAP

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indian-express2d ago

Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life: AAP chief breaks down after acquittal in liquor ‘scam’ case

Read full article →

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AAP Chief Kejriwal Acquitted in Liquor 'Scam' Case

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What sources agree on

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How outlets covered this

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Center

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life: AAP chief breaks down after acquittal in liquor ‘scam’ case

Right-leaning

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life: AAP chief breaks down after acquittal in liquor ‘scam’ case

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

Read at source (2 outlets)

'Biggest political conspiracy': A teary Arvind Kejriwal after court discharge in liquor policy case

Kejriwal kattar imaandaar hai… I have only learned honesty in my life: AAP chief breaks down after acquittal in liquor ‘scam’ case

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