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.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is scheduled for a hearing today. Kejriwal contests his detention in a money-laundering case related to an alleged excise policy scam. The arrest came after the high court denied him protection from the ED. Kejriwal seeks immediate release, labeling his arrest and remand as illegal. The ED alleges corruption in the formulation of Delhi's excise policy, implicating AAP leaders. Amid protests, Kejriwal directed health measures from custody. Both AAP and BJP staged demonstrations, with police detaining several participants.

Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, went to the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) office to see her husband on Tuesday. He's in ED custody until March 28 over alleged money laundering in the liquor policy scam. BJP demands his resignation, but AAP insists he'll govern from custody. Kejriwal issued orders addressing medicine shortages from ED custody. He was arrested on March 21 for involvement in the excise policy case, accused of irregularities and money laundering. Though not initially named, ED's chargesheet alleges his connection with accused Sameer Mahendru and AAP's Vijay Nair.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Rekha Patra, BJP's Basirhat candidate and survivor of the Sandeshkhali incident, during a phone call. He lauded her courage in standing up against alleged perpetrators, emphasizing her role as a symbol of strength. Patra, recounting the ordeal, highlighted the support of women in her fight. Modi assured full backing for her campaign and urged her to advocate for central schemes in West Bengal, criticizing the incumbent TMC government. The Sandeshkhali episode, marked by violence and protests, drew national attention, with Patra's resilience spotlighted amidst electoral dynamics.

BJP questioned Atishi's access to CM Kejriwal's office, alleging she illegally used official letterhead to issue orders while Kejriwal was in custody. BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa urged L-G for an FIR against misuse of authority. Meanwhile, AAP leaders, including Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Bains and Somnath Bharti, were detained during a protest march against Kejriwal's arrest. AAP alleges police bias, detaining supporters while ignoring BJP protests. The BJP also demands Kejriwal's resignation as tension escalates.

The Congress condemned BJP's Lok Sabha candidate Abhijit Gangopadhyay's statement on Mahatma Gandhi and Nathuram Godse, calling it "worse than pathetic." Gangopadhyay, a former Calcutta High Court judge, stated he couldn't choose between Gandhi and Godse, sparking outrage. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh demanded the withdrawal of Gangopadhyay's candidacy, emphasizing the sanctity of Gandhi's legacy. Gangopadhyay's remarks, made after resigning from the judiciary to join politics, ignited controversy ahead of elections. His stance, citing the need to understand both sides, raised eyebrows, prompting calls for accountability from the BJP.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, despite being in Enforcement Directorate's custody, issued a second order, focusing on free medicines and tests at government-run Mohalla clinics. Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj conveyed Kejriwal's directive to ensure no inconvenience to Delhi residents due to his absence. Kejriwal aims to provide essential medical services to underprivileged families, emphasizing the importance of free medicines and tests, especially for lifelong treatments. Bharadwaj pledged swift action, treating Kejriwal's instruction as paramount. This move underscores Kejriwal's commitment to healthcare accessibility for all, even amid personal challenges.