Jharkhand's Transport Minister, Champai Soren, has been invited by Governor CP Radhakrishnan to lead the state's government after the arrest of former Chief Minister Hemant Soren on money laundering charges. With the backing of 43 lawmakers from the ruling JMM-Congress-RJD alliance, Champai Soren met the Governor in Ranchi, requesting a prompt swearing-in ceremony. The Governor, however, has not yet specified a date for the inauguration. This development comes as the state undergoes a political transition amidst legal challenges faced by the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader, Hemant Soren.

The Opposition came down heavily on the government after the Union Budget 2024 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. "The budget speech was more political and had no relief for the common man," said Congress's Sachin Pilot, terming it a "political statement to praise the government". Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav called the budget "useless", saying 'It is not for the people.' Congress's Manish Tewari criticised the "extremely worrying" fiscal deficit. Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray took a jibe at the BJP-led Centre and said the government has finally realised that the country has these four sets (poor, women, youth, and farmers) of people.

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi criticized the Enforcement Directorate's arrest of former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, dubbing agencies like ED, CBI, and IT as the 'Vipaksh Mitao Cell' (Remove Opposition Cell) of the BJP. Gandhi, leading the 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra,' alleged the BJP, mired in corruption, aims to undermine democracy. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge also condemned the ED's actions, terming it a BJP strategy to intimidate opposition leaders. Soren, arrested after eight hours of questioning in a land scam case, resigned before the arrest. The ED claims evidence of Soren benefiting from an alleged land scam.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren was arrested in a money laundering case after resigning, refusing to sign the arrest memo until he stepped down, according to Enforcement Directorate officials. Soren, questioned for six hours in connection with a ₹600-crore land scam, filed a case against ED officers earlier. Transport Minister Champai Soren, not his wife Kalpana as speculated, is set to become the new CM. The arrest followed a search at Soren's Delhi residence, revealing cash and a BMW. Soren claimed harassment and misinformation in the ED's actions, sparking a seismic shift in Jharkhand politics.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann will lead an AAP protest on February 2 against BJP's alleged malpractices in the recent Chandigarh mayoral election. The BJP secured victory amid controversy, with opposition votes invalidated. Kejriwal accuses BJP of rigging and warns of concerning precedents. AAP-Congress alliance, expecting a win, faced defeat. The protest coincides with Kejriwal's Enforcement Directorate (ED) summons in a money laundering probe linked to the Delhi excise case. BJP claims Kejriwal mocks the constitution by evading ED, adding tension to the unfolding political drama.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP, accusing them of misusing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to target Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren. Soren resigned following ED questioning in a land scam case, prompting Kharge to declare it as an assault on federalism. Kharge highlighted BJP's alleged misuse of PMLA provisions to intimidate opposition leaders, labeling it a conspiracy to destabilize non-BJP governments. As Soren steps down, loyalist Champai Soren is set to become the new chief minister. The political drama unfolds as opposition voices rally against what they perceive as a threat to democracy.

Jharkhand's transport minister, Champai Soren, is set to become the next Chief Minister, following the resignation of Hemant Soren amidst speculation of an arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Banna Gupta, a Jharkhand minister, confirmed Champai Soren's selection as the Legislative Party leader, seeking the Governor's approval for the oath ceremony. Security tightened around Hemant Soren's residence during ED questioning, prompting JMM workers' protests. Soren filed an FIR against ED officials, alleging harassment and deliberate attempts to defame him. Champai Soren, known for his role in the Jharkhand state movement, assumes leadership amid political upheaval.

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav faced questioning by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for nearly nine hours regarding the land-for-job scam in railways. Tejashwi, son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, arrived at the Patna office amidst a large gathering of party supporters. Despite the prolonged interrogation, Tejashwi emerged from the ED office flashing a victory symbol. The investigation alleges illegal acquisition of land in exchange for railway jobs. The ED also uncovered suspicious property dealings, including a bungalow in Delhi, suspected to be acquired with illicit funds. Charges have been filed against several individuals and companies involved.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its alleged interference in the Chandigarh mayoral elections. Gandhi, amidst his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Bihar, condemned the BJP's actions, drawing parallels to the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. The controversy arose after the presiding officer invalidated eight votes, leading to BJP candidate's victory. Both Congress and AAP alleged foul play, citing footage showing the officer marking ballots. AAP's Arvind Kejriwal labeled it a "black day for democracy," accusing the BJP of hooliganism. The elections, initially scheduled for January 18, were deferred to February 6, prompting legal challenges.

Following Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's departure from the INDI alliance and alignment with the BJP-led NDA, Rahul Gandhi accuses Kumar of succumbing to pressure regarding the Bihar caste survey. Gandhi asserts that Nitish Kumar made a U-turn under BJP's influence, emphasizing the alliance's insistence on the caste census. Rahul Gandhi jokes about Kumar's political flip-flop, stating, "A little pressure, and he makes a U-turn." Gandhi affirms that the INDI alliance doesn't need Kumar, highlighting their commitment to social justice. Nitish Kumar recently took oath as Bihar's Chief Minister for the ninth time.