The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra for questioning in a FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) violation case after she failed to appear on Monday. Moitra, ousted Lok Sabha MP, has been given a week's time to appear after expressing her inability to depose. The ED seeks to question her regarding transactions related to a non-resident external (NRE) account. Moitra is also under scrutiny by the CBI following allegations of targeting the Adani group and PM Modi in Lok Sabha. Moitra denies wrongdoing, alleging she is being targeted for questioning the Adani group's deals.          

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's '400 paar' slogan during the ongoing 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in Amethi. Kharge stated, "Aab ki bar, satta se bahar," asserting that if BJP isn't defeated, democracy and the Constitution would be at risk. Responding to PM Modi's claim of BJP winning over 400 seats, Kharge predicted BJP wouldn't even cross 100 seats. The exchange follows PM Modi's remarks in Jhabua, where he mentioned surpassing 370 seats. Earlier, Kharge's '400 paar' remark in Rajya Sabha led to banter between the two leaders.

Rumors swirl around the potential departure of Congress MP Manish Tewari from the party to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), mirroring recent speculation surrounding former chief minister Kamal Nath's purported switch. Reports suggest Tewari, representing Anandpur Sahib constituency, is contemplating severing ties with the Congress, though sources close to him dismiss these claims as baseless. Tewari's inclusion in the Congress Working Committee (CWC) last year and his association with the G23 group, advocating for significant organizational reforms within the Congress, add intrigue to the unfolding narrative. If realized, Tewari's departure would further deepen the string of high-profile exits from the Congress, compounding the party's challenges ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi decrying the absence of lower caste representation during the Ram temple consecration in Ayodhya. Expressing dismay at a public gathering during his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra march in UP’s Prayagraj on Sunday, Gandhi questioned, "Did you see the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Temple? Was there a single OBC face?" He highlighted the attendance of the Bachhans underscoring the fact that while Bollywood celebrities adorned the ceremony, "people who constitute 73%  of the total population of the country were nowhere seen during the event." 

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Supriya Sule addresses rumors of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's wife, Sunetra Pawar, contesting against her in Baramati during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Sule emphasizes the democratic nature of elections, expressing readiness for discussions with any strong candidate. Highlighting issues such as unemployment, inflation, and the recent electoral bond scheme verdict, she critiques corruption accusations against individuals joining the BJP. The Baramati constituency, historically held by the Pawar family, is currently represented by Supriya Sule. Campaign vehicles displaying Ajit Pawar and Sunetra Pawar's pictures fuel speculations.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal clarifies that the Congress and AAP reached a mutual agreement to independently contest Lok Sabha seats in Punjab, emphasizing no animosity between the two parties. Kejriwal reveals ongoing talks with Congress to finalize seat-sharing in Delhi, highlighting the importance of an alliance to counter the BJP. The move in Punjab aims to maintain regional strongholds while aligning with the broader national objective. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had earlier announced AAP's decision to contest all 13 seats independently. The BJP criticizes the AAP-Congress understanding as "opportunistic."

Former Congress leader Sanjay Jha comments on Kamal Nath's potential BJP switch, stating, "Congress (Nehru) vs Congress (Modi) in 2024. I like this. In the process, India has become BJP Mukt Bharat." Kamal Nath's move follows a trend of Congress leaders joining BJP, including Ashok Chavan in Maharashtra. The MP Congress remains optimistic, but uncertainty looms as Kamal Nath, a key figure, heads to Delhi for a possible BJP meet. Congress leaders express varied opinions, with Jitu Patwari calling speculations "baseless" and Digvijaya Singh highlighting Nath's historical association with the Gandhi family.

Digvijaya Singh asserted today that Kamal Nath, a Congress stalwart, won't abandon the party amid speculation of his potential alliance with the BJP. Singh emphasized Nath's significant roles within Congress and dismissed the idea of his departure, stating, "He got all the posts." However, around six loyal Madhya Pradesh MLAs, including three from Nath's stronghold, Chhindwara, arrived in Delhi, fueling uncertainty. Nath, maintaining silence on BJP talks, faces internal dissent, with loyalists expressing discontent over his removal as state unit chief. His son Nakul Nath's distancing from Congress adds to speculation about the family's political shift.

Congress MP Manish Tewari's office firmly denies rumors linking him to BJP and seeking the Ludhiana Lok Sabha seat. Dismissing claims as "baseless and unfounded," the office emphasizes Tewari's dedication to constituency development. The refutation comes amidst ongoing speculations about potential party switches, with Kamal Nath's situation also under scrutiny. Tewari's stance adds to the evolving political narrative, keeping the focus on the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and the dynamic political scenarios in different states.

Speculation rises as former Madhya Pradesh CM Kamal Nath and son Nakul Nath's Delhi visit sparks rumors of a potential switch to BJP. Kamal Nath, addressing media queries, neither confirms nor denies the BJP move, saying, "If something like this happens, I will inform you first." BJP spokesperson Narendra Saluja's "Jai Shree Ram" post adds fuel to the speculation. Talks with BJP leaders are ongoing, suggesting a possible Sunday announcement. Amid Congress denial, Nakul Nath removes Congress from his social media bio. Congress leaders downplay the buzz, citing Nath's longstanding association with the party.