Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized Congress for allegedly ignoring atrocities by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb during a rally in Karnataka. Modi exclaimed, "The Congress ka shehzada does not remember the atrocities of Aurangzeb, who destroyed and desecrated hundreds of our temples." He accused Congress of appeasement politics and questioned Rahul Gandhi's silence on Aurangzeb's actions. Modi's remarks underscored the significance of historical narratives in contemporary political discourse, especially during election campaigning.

The Election Commission asked AAP to change its campaign song due to repeated references to Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, which it says casts doubt on the judiciary. AAP claims BJP conspiracy, while EC cites violation of guidelines. Atishi accuses EC of bias, stating it ignores BJP's Model Code of Conduct violations. BJP demands Kejriwal's resignation, but AAP vows he'll govern from jail. EC's decision sparks political controversy ahead of Lok Sabha elections.

Arvinder Singh Lovely steps down as Delhi Congress chief, citing interference from party's general secretary in-charge, Deepak Babaria. In his resignation letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Lovely expressed feeling "handicapped" due to pressure to expel leaders opposed to Babaria's leadership. He highlighted objections to the Congress-AAP alliance in Delhi and alleged disrespect from alliance candidates Udit Raj and Kanhaiya Kumar. Lovely served under Sheila Dikshit and briefly joined BJP in 2017 before returning to Congress in 2018. His resignation underscores internal turmoil within Delhi Congress ahead of elections.

The Congress Central Election Committee discusses Amethi and Raebareli candidates, advocating for Rahul Gandhi in Amethi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in Raebareli. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge will make the final decision. Both constituencies, once Congress strongholds, face scrutiny after BJP's Smriti Irani's 2019 victory in Amethi. Rahul Gandhi's potential candidacy in Amethi gains traction after the Wayanad vote. Kharge assures the suspense will end soon. In 2019, Rahul contested from Amethi and Wayanad, losing the former. BJP criticized his dual candidacy, alleging abandonment of Amethi.          

Trinamool Congress has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission, asserting that the CBI conducted "unscrupulous raids at empty locations in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal, on poll day (April 26)." They claimed the agency's actions were aimed at tarnishing the image of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) during the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections, 2024. The complaint raised doubts about the authenticity of the weapons seized, stating, "There is no way of knowing with certainty, as to whether these weapons were indeed recovered during the search and seizure procedure or whether they were surreptitiously planted by the CBI/NSG."

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee encountered a minor mishap on Saturday as she slipped while boarding a helicopter in Durgapur. Assisted by her security personnel, Banerjee quickly regained her composure. She also proceeded with her scheduled trip to Asansol to address an election rally. The incident underscores the determination of Banerjee amidst the hectic campaign trail.

Bengaluru's recent Lok Sabha election witnesses low turnout, as nearly half of voters abstain. Election Commission records 69.23% statewide participation, but urban areas, including Bangalore Central, North, and South, lag behind. Turnout in these constituencies averages around 53%, a decline from 2019 figures. Despite Election Commission's efforts to boost engagement, voter apathy remains a concern. Bengaluru Central reports 52.81% turnout, North 54.42%, and South 53.15%. Officials express disappointment, emphasizing the need for increased civic involvement in future elections.

The Gujarat Congress has suspended Nilesh Kumbhani, its Surat Lok Sabha candidate, for six years following the rejection of his nomination form. The move came after his form was dismissed by the returning officer, leading to the BJP candidate being elected unopposed. The disciplinary committee cited Kumbhani's alleged negligence or affiliation with the BJP. Kumbhani, a former Surat corporator, refuted claims of disappearance, asserting communication with senior Congress leaders. The suspension follows discontent among Surat residents and party members, prompting the Congress to take action against Kumbhani and a substitute candidate, Suresh Padsala.

The Delhi High Court rebuked Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for prioritizing personal interest over national interest by not resigning after his arrest. Amidst his arrest in connection with the Delhi liquor policy case, the court slammed the AAP-led government for neglecting students' needs, citing non-availability of textbooks and uniforms in government schools. The court condemned the government's focus on retaining power rather than addressing pressing issues. Despite government claims of awaiting the Chief Minister's consent for financial delegation, the court criticized the failure to address essential student requirements, emphasizing the need for immediate action.            

In the second phase of Lok Sabha elections, 88 seats across 13 states witnessed a notable turnout of nearly 61%. High-profile constituencies like Wayanad, Thiruvananthapuram, Mathura, and Meerut attracted attention. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to vote in record numbers. Chaos marred Bengal's Balurghat, with slogans raised against BJP's state chief. Tensions escalated in Mangalore over media interaction near polling stations. Kerala saw heavyweights Rahul Gandhi and Shashi Tharoor in contention. In Uttar Pradesh, focus remained on Mathura and Meerut. Overall, 1,210 candidates vied for victory, with NDA securing 65 seats in the last polls.