India, Aug. 16 -- Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has convened a high-level meeting of Opposition floor leaders on Monday.

The objective, say those in know of developments, is to arrive at a united strategy for the Vice Presidential election. The Opposition is hoping to capitalise on its growing coordination in Parliament and present a single candidate against the NDA's nominee.

The move may also be a critical test of Opposition unity

NDA huddle under PM Modi

The NDA, on the other hand, has scheduled its Parliamentary Party meeting for August 19

Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the agenda includes upcoming legislative priorities and alsoa decision on the NDA's Vice Presidential candidate.

According to sources, a closed...