Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was questioned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) twice this week in the alleged liquor policy case. Kejriwal, currently in Tihar jail in a related money laundering case, was questioned on Monday and Tuesday. The CBI probe was ordered by the Delhi Lieutenant Governor into alleged irregularities in the 2021-22 liquor policy, which was subsequently scrapped. The questioning comes ahead of a Supreme Court hearing on the AAP's petition against the Delhi High Court's stay on Kejriwal's bail. The High Court had stayed the trial court's bail order, citing lapses in judgment.

Rahul Gandhi has been appointed the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, marking his first constitutional role. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge announced the decision after a meeting with opposition leaders. As LoP, Gandhi will join key panels on appointments, including the Lokpal, CBI chief, and Chief Election Commissioner. This appointment follows Congress' resurgence with 99 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Rahul Gandhi’s leadership is expected to strengthen opposition efforts against the ruling NDA, advocating for democratic principles and addressing public grievances.

As the Speaker's election looms tomorrow, the NDA government led by Amit Shah mobilizes its MPs for a majority win. The Opposition, despite numbers, challenges the government's unilateral decisions on the Pro Tem Speaker and Deputy Speaker roles. Congress has nominated their candidate against BJP's Om Birla. Both sides are enforcing attendance with whips, aiming to secure a win via simple majority. Union Minister Rijiju appeals for consensus, highlighting the unprecedented nature of a contested Speaker election since Independence. Tensions escalate as parties maneuver for strategic positions in the Lok Sabha.

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has been appointed as the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, confirmed by party general secretary KC Venugopal after a meeting of opposition floor leaders. The decision was conveyed to pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab via a letter from Congress chairperson Sonia Gandhi. Further appointments to other office bearers will be determined subsequently. The selection was finalized during a gathering of INDIA bloc party leaders at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's residence in New Delhi.

The Trinamool Congress expressed displeasure over Congress's hasty nomination of K. Suresh for the Lok Sabha Speaker role, claiming they weren't consulted. Congress sources revealed the decision was made 10 minutes before the noon deadline, leaving no time for broader discussions. Suresh, who will contest against BJP's Om Birla, has sought Trinamool's support. Senior Trinamool leader Sudip Bandopadhyay criticized the lack of communication, while Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of ignoring opposition demands for the Deputy Speaker position, leading to the last-minute nomination.

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi, leader of AIMIM, concluded his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha with the slogan "Jai Palestine" on Tuesday. This marked his fifth term in office. Owaisi stated on X (formerly Twitter) his commitment to raising issues of India's marginalized. His oath, taken in Urdu, also included "Jai Bhim, Jai Meem, Jai Telangana." The gesture sparked chants of "Jai Shri Ram" from BJP MPs. Union Ministers G Kishan Reddy and Kiren Rijiju criticized the slogan as inappropriate. Owaisi defended his words, asserting no constitutional prohibition against his statement.

The Conservative Party has withdrawn support for two candidates, Craig Williams and Laura Saunders, under investigation by the Gambling Commission for betting on the election timing. The party's campaign is in crisis, with two officials and a member of Rishi Sunak's protection team also being investigated. Despite initial resistance, the party has succumbed to pressure, announcing the candidates will no longer receive support. Although their names will remain on ballot papers, they cannot call themselves Conservatives and will not receive party backing for the remainder of the campaign. The outcome of the investigation will determine their future with the party.

Rahul Gandhi extended conditional support to the NDA government's candidate for Lok Sabha Speaker on Tuesday. He stated that Congress would back the NDA's choice if the Deputy Speaker post is allocated to the opposition alliance INDIA bloc. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav also echoed this demand. The Congress leader’s offer followed discussions with Rajnath Singh. Meanwhile, incumbent Speaker Om Birla, who met PM Modi, is likely to be re-nominated by the NDA. This move could see Birla re-elected unopposed, with the opposition possibly securing the Deputy Speaker role.

Government sources assert that West Bengal was informed about discussions with Bangladesh on the Teesta and Farakka water-sharing treaties, contradicting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s accusations of exclusion. The Centre had sought Bengal's input for an internal review committee last year, and the state nominated a representative. The 1996 Farakka Treaty, set to expire in 2026, and future management of the Teesta River were key topics in recent Indo-Bangladeshi talks. Banerjee's letter to PM Modi expressed concerns about the treaties' impacts on West Bengal, urging for state involvement in the negotiations.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the central government for excluding her from water-sharing talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina. Banerjee expressed strong objections to the discussions on the Teesta River without Bengal’s input. In a letter to Modi, she emphasized the severe implications for Bengal, urging the Centre to consult the state before proceeding with the agreement. Banerjee has long opposed the Teesta pact, citing erosion and flooding concerns due to the Farakka Barrage, and called for prioritizing Bengal's interests.