In a recent pre-poll survey conducted by CSDS-Lokniti, key concerns for Indian voters ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections have been unveiled. With unemployment and inflation taking center stage, over half of respondents expressed worries about rising prices and job scarcity. The survey revealed that 62% find it increasingly difficult to secure employment, while 71% feel the pinch of inflation on their wallets. Additionally, sentiments on quality of life, savings, and corruption were also gauged, painting a comprehensive picture of voter concerns as the election season approaches.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Manipur on April 15 ahead of general elections. He will likely address a rally in Imphal. The BJP has fielded T Basanta Kumar for the inner Manipur seat. Shah previously visited Manipur in May last year to review security measures and engage with residents. The party hasn't nominated a candidate for the outer Manipur seat, instead supporting K Timothy Zimik from the Naga People’s Front. Ethnic clashes between Meiteis and Kuki-Zo community have plagued Manipur since last year, resulting in casualties and displacement.

In a unique voter awareness campaign, scuba divers in Chennai submerged sixty feet underwater in Neelankarai to enact the voting process. Carrying mock EVM machines and Election Commission placards, they emphasized the importance of voting. Organized by SB Aravind Tharunsri of Temple Adventure, the initiative aimed to highlight the duty and right of casting a vote. With India's general election for 543 Lok Sabha seats spanning seven phases from April 19 to June 1, nearly 97 crore eligible voters are urged to participate. The message, "My country, my vote," resonated throughout the innovative underwater endeavor.

Delhi's Patel Nagar MLA and Minister of Social Welfare and SC/ST, Raaj Kumar Anand, has tendered his resignation from both his ministerial position and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Citing dissatisfaction with the party's stance on corruption, Anand expressed his inability to align with ongoing corruption allegations. He lamented AAP's departure from its anti-corruption roots, taking a subtle dig at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Anand also highlighted concerns over inadequate Dalit representation within the party. Despite allegations against him in a money laundering case, Anand's departure underscores growing tensions within AAP.

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar has issued a legal notice to Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, alleging defamation. Chandrasekhar, contesting against Tharoor in Thiruvananthapuram, accused Tharoor of spreading false information on TV. Tharoor allegedly claimed Chandrasekhar bribed voters and parish priests. The notice asserts Tharoor's statements aimed to tarnish Chandrasekhar's reputation and insult Thiruvananthapuram's Christian community. With elections nearing on April 26, tensions rise in the electoral battle.

As the fate of Arvind Kejriwal remains uncertain, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) finds itself navigating peak survival mode. With key leaders behind bars and impending Lok Sabha elections, AAP strategizes with interim leadership. Senior figures like Sanjay Singh, Bhagwant Mann, and Atishi step up to lead the party's activities. Amidst speculation about Sunita Kejriwal's role, the party remains resolute in its determination to continue political operations. With a keen eye on the Supreme Court, AAP aims to sustain momentum despite mounting challenges from opposition forces.

The Congress discloses candidates for six more Lok Sabha constituencies and 12 Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh. Former Tirupati MP C Mohan to run from the same reserved (SC) constituency. Elections set for May 13, with vote counting on June 4. Turncoats K Kruparani and M S Babu among the Assembly candidates. With this announcement, Congress has named contenders for 126 Assembly and 11 Lok Sabha seats. The party also finalizes a seat-sharing deal with CPI. Elections to 175-member Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh scheduled on aforementioned dates.

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court upheld Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, stating that political parties, like companies, fall under the ambit of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. This paves the way for the Enforcement Directorate to implicate Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the liquor policy case. Kejriwal, termed the 'kingpin' by ED, will remain in Tihar Jail until April 15. AAP plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, denouncing the case as a political conspiracy. The court's decision marks a pivotal moment, blurring the lines between political entities and corporate structures in legal matters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the opposition INDIA alliance, accusing them of abusing and threatening him to obstruct the country's progress. Speaking at a rally in Madhya Pradesh's Balaghat, Modi asserted that while he advocates against corruption, the alliance aims to protect the corrupt. He pledged to expose corruption in their ranks and vowed to continue serving the nation despite opposition hostility. Modi also accused the Congress of conspiring against tribal leader Droupadi Murmu's presidential bid. Promising to uphold national security, Modi emphasized his commitment to India's development despite opposition challenges.

The Delhi High Court rejects Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest in a money laundering case related to the excise scam, citing his alleged involvement in a conspiracy and use of proceeds of crime. AAP plans to appeal to the Supreme Court against the verdict. Kejriwal, labeled the 'kingpin' by the Enforcement Directorate, remains in Tihar Jail until April 15. The court notes his personal involvement in the now-scrapped liquor policy formulation and kickback demands. It asserts his arrest's legality, dismissing claims of election-timed targeting. Kejriwal's plea for extended lawyer meeting time awaits Rouse Avenue Court's decision.