Trump's victory in the US presidential election dominated Indian media. Prime Minister Modi congratulated Trump, referring to him as "my friend." The impact on India-US relations, particularly defense ties and visa policies, was extensively analyzed. Biden pledged a peaceful transfer of power. India criticized Canada for banning an Australian outlet that aired Foreign Minister Jaishankar's remarks, escalating diplomatic tensions. Domestically, chaos erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly over an Article 370 banner. The government doubled penalties for stubble burning following Supreme Court directives. Terror incidents in Kashmir, including the killing of two Village Defense Group members, were reported. Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan received death threats, prompting police action. The day's coverage reflected India's keen interest in global politics while grappling with domestic issues.