The attack on a Hindu temple in Canada by alleged Khalistani extremists dominated early headlines, with India condemning the violence and expressing concern for its citizens' safety. Prime Minister Modi later strongly denounced the incident, calling it a "deliberate attack" and a "cowardly attempt to intimidate diplomats." This escalated tensions in already strained India-Canada relations.
Domestically, a MiG-29 fighter jet crashed near Agra, with the pilot ejecting safely. The Supreme Court criticized Delhi authorities for weak enforcement of the Diwali firecracker ban. In political developments, the Election Commission changed by-election dates in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Kerala. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was summoned for questioning in a land scam case. The day concluded with reports of rebel candidates causing tensions in Maharashtra's political alliances.