The INDIA bloc plans to petition the Supreme Court by Friday, challenging the Election Commission's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Maharashtra. Opposition leaders, including Sharad Pawar, Arvind Kejriwal, and Abhishek Singhvi, claim voter list manipulations and irregularities. Prashant Jagtap alleged that names were added and deleted until three days before voting. Accusations of poll rigging during the Maharashtra and Haryana elections sparked the move. However, the Election Commission confirmed no discrepancies between EVM results and VVPAT slips. The BJP dismissed the allegations as routine grievances raised by Opposition parties after losing elections.

Rahul Gandhi has advised Congress MPs not to react to calls for leadership change in the INDIA alliance. He emphasized Congress’s strength as the largest party in the bloc and its ability to resolve issues. His remarks come as several alliance leaders, including Mamata Banerjee and Lalu Prasad Yadav, back Banerjee to lead the bloc. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge currently heads the alliance but faces criticism after recent election losses. Rahul urged MPs to support Kharge during protests in Parliament. The growing debate highlights internal tensions within the opposition group aiming to challenge the BJP in 2024.

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met the families of victims from the Sambhal violence at their mother Sonia Gandhi’s residence in Delhi on December 10. The Uttar Pradesh government had denied their request to visit Sambhal on December 4, where they were stopped at the Ghazipur border. The violence occurred on November 24, during a court-ordered survey of a mosque, resulting in four deaths and several injuries. The Gandhis had wanted to meet the affected families, but their visit was blocked by local authorities citing security concerns.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju dismissed the Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar. The motion, signed by over 50 MPs, accused Dhankhar of partisanship. Rijiju defended the Vice President as a respected leader who ensures fair proceedings. He claimed the ruling NDA has a majority in the Rajya Sabha, making the motion unlikely to succeed. The Opposition criticised Dhankhar for allowing BJP-led discussions while rejecting their issues. Parties like the Trinamool Congress, AAP, and Samajwadi Party backed the motion, uniting against Dhankhar’s conduct amid growing tensions in Parliament.

The Opposition INDIA bloc has submitted a notice to remove Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Around 60 MPs alleged that Dhankhar acted in a "partisan and unfair" manner, interrupting Opposition members and silencing dissent. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju condemned the move, calling it "extremely regrettable" and praising Dhankhar as professional and impartial. Rijiju criticised the Opposition for disrespecting the dignity of the Chair in both Houses. The Opposition, lacking a majority in the 243-member Rajya Sabha, said the motion is a message to protect democracy. No Vice President has been impeached in India's history.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s bid to lead the INDIA bloc has gained backing from key leaders, including Lalu Prasad Yadav and Jagan Reddy’s YSRCP. Regional parties like the Samajwadi Party and NCP also support her. RJD leader Lalu Yadav dismissed Congress’s objections, saying they “don’t matter.” TMC leaders urged Congress to set aside its ego, arguing Mamata’s experience could strengthen the alliance. However, Congress raised doubts about the Trinamool’s influence beyond West Bengal, citing poor performance in other states. The rift highlights a growing struggle over leadership within the opposition alliance.

The Delhi BJP accused Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of corruption, calling his former bungalow a "museum of corruption." Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva claimed the bungalow has luxury features like a gym, sauna, and jacuzzi, costing ₹3.75 crore. He alleged Kejriwal misused public funds for personal comfort. AAP dismissed the accusations, calling them "baseless propaganda" to divert attention from issues like education and healthcare. Former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia said the BJP is avoiding accountability for failures in states like Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. The controversy continues as both parties trade allegations.

The INDIA opposition bloc's unity faced another blow as RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav joined regional leaders, including YSRCP's Jagan Reddy, in endorsing Mamata Banerjee for leadership. Banerjee's recent call to lead the bloc has garnered support from Samajwadi Party, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP leaders. Lalu Yadav dismissed Congress's objections, stating, "Congress's opposition doesn’t matter." TMC leaders urged Congress to "set aside its ego" and back Banerjee, citing her experience. Congress, facing criticism for its electoral losses outside Bengal, remains hesitant, further deepening the bloc's leadership tussle.

The Congress-led INDIA opposition bloc moved a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar on December 10, 2024, accusing him of biased handling of the House. The motion, signed by over 50 MPs from various parties, including Trinamool and AAP, comes after a heated Parliament session. The opposition claims that Dhankhar allowed personal attacks against Congress leaders while rejecting their attempts to discuss critical issues. While the motion is unlikely to succeed due to a lack of majority, the opposition insists it acted on principle, not expectation of success.

RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav sparked controversy with a sexist comment on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Mahila Samwad Yatra. Yadav suggested the rally was a way to "letch at women." JD(U) leader Rajiv Ranjan and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary condemned the remark, calling it "deplorable" and "unfortunate." The Mahila Samwad Yatra, starting December 15, aims to engage women and review Bihar’s 7-Resolves programme. Meanwhile, Yadav supported Mamata Banerjee for the INDIA bloc leadership, dismissing Congress’s objections. The Trinamool Congress is pushing for Banerjee, citing her victories over the BJP as proof of her strong leadership skills.