"Centre's Ordinance Sparks Political Battle Over Control of Delhi Services"

The Centre has filed a review petition in the Supreme Court, challenging the court's previous ruling in favour of the AAP government, while Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced his intention to challenge a central ordinance that he claims was introduced to "reverse" the verdict. The Centre issued an ordinance on Friday, establishing a National Capital Civil Service Authority to handle officials' service conditions, transfers, and postings. This move is perceived as an attempt to regain control following the Supreme Court's May 11 decision, which granted legislative and executive powers over services to the Delhi government, except for matters related to public order, police, and land.