Rahul Gandhi's parliamentary speech criticizing Modi's Make in India initiative as "failed" dominated morning coverage, particularly his claims about Chinese territorial gains. His assertions about Trump's inauguration invite sparked immediate rebuttals from External Affairs Minister Jaishankar.
By afternoon, attention shifted to Opposition Leader Kharge's claims about "thousands dead" in Mahakumbh stampede, leading to parliamentary chaos and Vice President Dhankhar's intervention. BJP filed privilege motions against Sonia Gandhi over alleged disrespectful remarks about President Murmu.
Evening coverage focused on Trump's decision to delay Mexican tariffs and possible February 13 Modi-Trump meeting, while Delhi's election campaign concluded with AAP claiming 55 seats. The day's developments showed continuity with previous days' themes of trade tensions and electoral politics, while adding institutional confrontations between government and opposition.