An Enforcement Directorate (ED) team arrived at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence following a court decision denying him protection from forceful action in the liquor probe. The Delhi High Court declined relief to Kejriwal, prompting the ED's visit. Heavy police presence barricaded Kejriwal's home as officials served him a summon. Reports suggest a search warrant was also involved, potentially leading to interrogation. Kejriwal has previously skipped multiple ED summons. AAP leaders voiced concerns over the intensity of the operation, hinting at possible arrest preparations. The court questioned Kejriwal's failure to seek anticipatory bail earlier.

The Delhi High Court rejects CM Arvind Kejriwal's plea for safeguarding against coercive action by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the money laundering probe linked to the scrapped Delhi excise policy. Despite Kejriwal's move, citing illegal summonses, the court declines interim relief. The ED's inquiry focuses on alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating the city's 2021-22 excise policy. AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh are in judicial custody related to the case. The BJP accuses Kejriwal of evading investigation, highlighting his political stance against corruption. Kejriwal faces increasing pressure as the probe intensifies.

Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge condemn BJP for freezing party bank accounts before Lok Sabha elections and scrapping electoral bonds. Allegations of financial sabotage and unequal playing field raised. Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi's "criminal action" while Sonia Gandhi highlights "systematic effort" to cripple Congress. Kharge accuses BJP of filling its accounts with crores through electoral bonds while hindering opposition funding. Despite claims of tax dispute, no official statement from Income Tax department. Congress alleges inability to campaign, support workers, or candidates due to frozen funds, raising concerns over democratic framework protection.

The Election Commission of India has directed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to cease the delivery of "Viksit Bharat" messages on WhatsApp following complaints of government initiatives being promoted during the election period. Despite MeitY's explanation of delays due to network limitations, the poll body insists on compliance, citing the need for a level-playing field. The messages, seeking feedback and suggestions for a developed India, were accompanied by a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Opposition leaders have criticized the move as a violation of the model code of conduct ahead of the general elections.

Yusuf Pathan, former Indian cricketer, arrived in Kolkata to kickstart his Lok Sabha campaign as a Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate for Berhampore, West Bengal. Amidst initial opposition from TMC MLA Humayun Kabir, who later pledged support, Pathan gears up to challenge Congress stronghold held by Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. TMC workers extend a warm welcome, signaling party's backing for the star candidate. Pathan's candidacy, announced on March 10, adds to TMC's roster for all 42 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal. With campaign planning underway, Pathan steps into the political arena, aiming for a breakthrough in the upcoming elections.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has challenged ED summons in the Delhi High Court amid allegations of political targeting. Kejriwal, summoned for the ninth time in an excise policy case, seeks to cooperate while questioning ED's impartiality. Tragedy struck as two perished and one was injured in a jeans factory collapse in northeast Delhi. Efforts are underway to locate the building owner. With the 2024 Lok Sabha elections looming, AAP and Congress, yet to sync their campaign, divide constituencies for the electoral battle. AAP targets South, West, East, and New Delhi, while Congress claims Chandni Chowk, Northwest, and Northeast Delhi.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accuses the INDIA bloc, led by Rahul Gandhi, of opposing electoral bonds to revive black money in politics. Shah defends BJP's transparency in donations, citing reduced cash contributions. He challenges Gandhi to explain the alleged Rs 1,600 crore 'hafta vasooli'. Shah dismisses claims of BJP amassing funds, highlighting donations during election restrictions. Supreme Court's recent ruling against electoral bonds is noted, deeming the scheme unconstitutional. Shah criticizes Gandhi's reliance on prepared speeches and predicts INDIA bloc's inability to disclose donors. The clash underscores ongoing controversies surrounding political funding transparency.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) filed a complaint with the Election Commission of India against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his "fight against a shakti" remarks. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri presented Gandhi's statement verbatim, alleging insult to religious sentiments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also criticized the remarks, accusing the INDIA bloc of deliberate Hinduism insults. Gandhi clarified his stance, citing 'shakti' of unrighteousness, corruption, and falsehood, not religious power. The dispute intensifies ahead of elections. Gandhi's original statement, made at a Mumbai rally, sparked controversy as parties clash over religious sensitivities and political narratives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has intensified his campaign efforts in the southern states, visiting all five multiple times in the past 10 days. With a focus on winning 370 seats for BJP and over 400 for NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Modi unveiled projects worth over Rs 6,000 crore. Despite BJP's limited presence in the region, senior leaders express confidence in the party's prospects, aiming to emerge as the single largest party in South India. Utilizing technology like machine learning for language translation, Modi aims to bridge communication gaps, signaling a strategic push for electoral dominance.

The Election Commission of India announced simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh on April 19. Nominations are open until March 27, with scrutiny on March 28 and withdrawal by March 30. The state has 8,86,848 electorates, including 4,49,050 female voters and 5,740 service voters. There are 2,226 polling booths, with some managed by women, youth, and persons with disabilities. Notably, 480 booths are in shadow areas, 588 are critical, and 443 are vulnerable. The highest voter count is at Pumao Primary School, while one booth in Malogam has just one female voter.