The Election Commission (EC) issued show-cause notices to BJP's Dilip Ghosh for remarks on Mamata Banerjee and Congress' Supriya Shrinate over Kangana Ranaut. EC found them prima facie violating the Model Code of Conduct and its March 1 advisory on political discourse standards. The advisory prohibits "low-level personal attacks" and actions "repugnant to the honor and dignity of women". Ghosh's comments prompted EC's action, emphasizing adherence to ethical campaign conduct. This move underscores EC's commitment to upholding decorum and gender sensitivity in political discourse amid ongoing elections.

Union Minister Anurag Thakur highlighted the dedication of India's youth to national progress at the NDTV Yuva Conclave. He defined 'yuva' as embodying empowerment, development, passion, growth, and commitment. Thakur praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, portraying him as strict at work yet caring towards Indian citizens. He credited the youth for India's rise as the world's third-largest startup hub in just ten years. Thakur also acknowledged the youth's awareness of their rights. Overall, he depicted a driven and informed young generation shaping India's future under PM Modi's leadership.

Opposition parties have slammed the BJP for its political ad parodying INDIA bloc leaders, where a woman is depicted as a bride with leaders arguing over her groom. Congress and UBT leaders denounced the portrayal, calling it an attempt to diminish women's significance. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate emphasized the sanctity of marriage and criticized the ad's objectification of women. UBT leader Priyanka Chaturvedi labeled the ad as a pathetic example, highlighting its reinforcement of stereotypes. Chaturvedi criticized the portrayal for reducing a woman's role to impressing a groom, rather than participating in governance.  

Sunita Kejriwal announced her husband, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, would unveil details of alleged liquor scam in court on March 28. BJP's Shazia Ilmi questioned the delay in Kejriwal's revelation, asking why AAP leaders suffered in jail while waiting. Sunita affirmed Arvind's plan, stating no significant findings emerged from 250 raids related to the scam. AAP insists Kejriwal won't resign, vowing to govern despite potential custody. Delhi's Lieutenant Governor opposes running the government from jail. As anticipation builds for Kejriwal's court appearance, scrutiny surrounding the alleged scam deepens.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reveals she turned down BJP's invitation to contest Lok Sabha elections citing financial constraints. BJP President JP Nadda offered her candidacy from Andhra Pradesh or Tamil Nadu, but she expressed inability due to insufficient funds and concerns over community and religious criteria. Sitharaman, a Rajya Sabha member from Karnataka, expressed gratitude for her decision being accepted and stated she would support other candidates during the campaign. She emphasizes personal earnings are separate from government funds, clarifying her stance on contesting elections.

Delhi Minister Atishi suggests that the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal could strengthen AAP's electoral prospects in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, citing increased public sympathy. Kejriwal's detention by the Enforcement Directorate over a money laundering case linked to the excise policy is labeled by Atishi as an unprecedented attack on democracy. She asserts a shift in sentiment towards the BJP's overreach, transforming the election into a "People vs BJP" contest. Kejriwal remains in custody till March 28, sparking a political narrative favoring AAP amidst public outrage.

The Delhi High Court has denied relief to Arvind Kejriwal in his petition challenging the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) arrest on March 15. With the court granting the probe agency time until April 2 to respond to Kejriwal's plea, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader will continue to be held in custody. Currently detained by the ED, Kejriwal remains in the agency's lock-up at its Delhi office. The next hearing scheduled for April 3 prolongs Kejriwal's stay behind bars, further adding to the ongoing legal battle surrounding his arrest.

In a bid to counter the uproar over Supriya Shrinate's controversial post regarding BJP nominee Kangana Ranaut, the Congress resurfaced an old statement by Ranaut against actor-politician Urmila Matondkar. However, the move appears to backfire as it brings attention to the Congress's embarrassing chapter with Matondkar, who joined and swiftly departed from the party within five months before the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. Matondkar cited hurdles from local leadership in her resignation letter to Sonia Gandhi, further adding bitterness to the episode. The Congress finds itself grappling with internal discord amid the ongoing political skirmish.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a money laundering case against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter, Veena Vijayan, and her IT firm over alleged illegal payments from a private mineral company. The case, registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), follows a complaint by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). The investigation arises from allegations that Veena's company, Exalogic Solutions, received ₹1.72 crore from Cochin Minerals And Rutile Ltd (CMRL) without providing any services. The Karnataka High Court recently dismissed Exalogic Solutions' plea against the SFIO probe.

The Congress party faces another financial blow as the Income Tax Department gears up to demand Rs 523.87 crore for "unaccounted transactions" from 2014-2021, ahead of Lok Sabha elections. This comes after the recent withdrawal of Rs 135 crore from party accounts. Congress leader V K Tankha anticipates hefty penalties and interest on the new demand. The party's appeals against these actions were unsuccessful, losing before the Income-Tax Appellate Tribunal and the Delhi High Court. These setbacks further cripple the party financially, intensifying its challenges ahead of the elections.