Tension mounts as countdown begins for trust vote

As the countdown for the crucial confidence vote has begun, tension has mounted in Congress party camp. Congress is trying hard to barter deal with various political parties to gather support. Congress Chief Sonia Gandhi on Sunday met with leaders of various political parties to rope in support for the showdown. UPA got a severe jolt when Rashtriya Lok Dal or RLD, a key player in the number game decided to vote against the government.