UPPSC's reversal of its two-shift exam policy marked a victory for students protesting in Prayagraj since November 10. The commission agreed to conduct civil service preliminaries in a single shift, though protesters continued demanding further concessions.
Delhi's air quality crisis reached new severity, prompting implementation of GRAP-III measures. Primary schools shifted to online classes, construction activities halted, and vehicular restrictions tightened. The AQI reached 432, with some areas exceeding 500.
AAP retained control of Delhi's Municipal Corporation as Mahesh Khinchi won the mayoral election by three votes, despite BJP's cross-voting attempts.
The Union government announced environmental permit waivers for low-polluting industries, while the US Labor Department alleged forced labor in Maharashtra's Beed sugar industries.
India initiated extradition proceedings for Khalistani leader Arsh Dalla following his arrest in Canada.