Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the BJP's manifesto, 'Modi's Guarantee 2024', outlining 30 promises across 14 pillars. Key pledges include bringing senior citizens above 70 and the transgender community under Ayushman Bharat Yojana, continuing free ration for five years, and providing 3 crore houses with cheap pipeline gas and free electricity for poor households. Other commitments involve enforcing the Uniform Civil Code, boosting women's financial empowerment, expanding healthcare services, and increasing MSP for crops. The manifesto aims to propel India to become the world's third-largest economic power.            

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy was injured by stone throwing during a roadshow in Vijayawada. He sustained a minor cut above his left eye, while MLA Vellampalli Srinivasa Rao also got injured. Reddy received treatment and resumed his 'Memantha Siddham Bus Yatra'. The incident occurred at Vivekananda School Centre, with YSRCP alleging involvement of Telugu Desam Party workers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished him a speedy recovery.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy sustained injuries to his left eyebrow after unidentified individuals pelted stones at him during a bus tour in Vijayawada. The incident occurred while he was acknowledging crowds, prompting immediate first aid. Reddy's party, YSRCP, blamed the opposition Telugu Desam Party and its leader Chandrababu Naidu for the attack, labeling it an act of cowardice. Officials suspect the stone was launched from a catapult with high velocity. The assault took place amid Reddy's ongoing bus tour as part of the state's election campaign.

Himachal Pradesh Congress chief Pratibha Singh announces her son, Vikramaditya Singh, as the Congress candidate for the Mandi Lok Sabha seat, opposing BJP's Kangana Ranaut. Pratibha dismisses Kangana's remarks against Vikramaditya, stating historical support from Mandi's people. The spat intensifies as Kangana criticizes Vikramaditya's comments on her beef consumption and electoral chances. Vikramaditya emphasizes local issues and disaster response, challenging Kangana to focus on relevant matters. The electoral battle between the political scion and Bollywood star adds drama to the Mandi constituency race.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to launch its manifesto, titled "Sankalp Patra," for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections tomorrow at the party headquarters in Delhi, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance. The document is expected to outline welfare and development schemes, along with a roadmap for 'Viksit Bharat.' Emphasizing priorities for the poor, youth, women, and farmers, it coincides with the birth anniversary of dalit leader B R Ambedkar. As the BJP fulfills core ideological promises, attention now turns to how cultural and Hindutva agendas will feature in the manifesto.

The CBI filed a case against Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Ltd, along with eight NMDC Iron and Steel Plant officers, for alleged corruption in a ₹315 crore project. Reports suggest officials received bribes against payments. Megha Engineering, second-biggest electoral bond purchaser, faces scrutiny after being awarded projects post-bond purchase. Of its ₹966 crore bond purchases, ₹584 crore went to BJP. FIR details alleged bribery in a steel plant project. CBI names officials involved in receiving bribes and MECON Ltd personnel allegedly involved in the payments. Megha Engineering and its general manager also listed as accused.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi rebuffs claims of BJP aiming to dismantle the Constitution, asserting its utmost respect for it. Addressing an election rally in Rajasthan's Barmer, PM Modi defends BJP's stance, stating even Babasaheb Ambedkar couldn't abolish the Constitution now. He lashes out at Congress, accusing it of attempting to undermine the Constitution during the Emergency. PM Modi highlights BJP's initiatives to honor Ambedkar and celebrates Constitution Day, countering opposition allegations. The remarks follow controversy sparked by BJP MP's comment on amending the Constitution, which the party disavowed.

Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh rebuked Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut, BJP's Mandi candidate, for her campaign language. Ranaut's remark, "Yeh tumhare baap-dada ki riyasat nahin hai," triggered Singh's response, calling it "unfortunate" and against Himachal Pradesh's culture. The exchange heated up as Singh labeled Ranaut a "queen of controversies," and she retaliated, challenging him to prove her alleged beef consumption. Singh urged for respectful dialogue, emphasizing the importance of empowering women. Ranaut, in turn, criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Singh reminded Ranaut of the female MP representing Mandi. The verbal sparring highlights the intense political atmosphere ahead of the Lok Sabha polls.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured the reinstatement of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood soon, promising Assembly elections thereafter during a rally in Udhampur. He pledged security for upcoming Lok Sabha polls, vowing to eliminate decades-old issues in the region. Modi challenged opposition to restore Article 370 and urged support for BJP candidates Jitendra Singh and Jugal Kishore. He emphasized the need for a robust central government to confront national challenges. The PM asserted his commitment to transforming Jammu and Kashmir, citing significant progress in the past decade.

NIA apprehends Rameshwaram Cafe blast suspects in West Bengal's Purba Medinipur. BJP accuses TMC of fostering terrorism; Mamata Banerjee commends state police. Suspects identified: Mussavir Hussain Shazib and Abdul Matheen Taha. Joint operation by West Bengal Police and Central Intelligence Agencies rebuffs BJP's claims, underscoring state's security measures. Bengal police refute state as "terrorist haven", citing active surveillance. Blast on March 1 injured nine. BJP's Amit Malviya slams Mamata's governance, igniting political spat. State-police collaboration highlighted amidst allegations. Mamata's praise contrasts BJP's criticism, shaping narrative of state's anti-terrorism efforts.