The IndiGo flight disruptions continued to be a central focus, with the government ordering a 5% reduction in flight operations by morning, seeking a revised schedule. By early afternoon, reports indicated the Centre had further trimmed IndiGo's operations by 10% to address nationwide disruptions, with the aviation ministry summoning the airline's CEO. Concurrently, the 'Vande Mataram' debate intensified in Parliament, with Amit Shah criticizing Nehru for dividing the song and Kharge retaliating. Rahul Gandhi questioned the exclusion of the Chief Justice from the panel selecting Election Commissioners, alleging RSS sought to control institutions.
Microsoft's Satya Nadella met PM Modi, announcing a USD 17.5 billion investment in India's AI sector, drawing significant media attention. The Supreme Court criticized the Election Commission's 'mechanical' responses to voter difficulties related to electoral roll revisions. The Goa nightclub fire investigation continued, with reports of owners fleeing to Phuket and Interpol assistance being sought, while illegal structures were razed.