The Jhansi Medical College fire dominated coverage throughout the day, with details emerging in waves. Morning reports revealed expired fire extinguishers and a nurse lighting a match near oxygen supplies. By afternoon, officials disputed death toll claims while forming a high-level probe committee.
In Manipur, the discovery of three bodies near Jiribam triggered renewed violence. Protesters attacked homes of ministers and MLAs, leading to curfew imposition in two districts and internet suspension in seven.
The Election Commission issued notices to both BJP and Congress leadership over campaign speeches, continuing its heightened scrutiny of political rhetoric ahead of state elections.
ISRO signed a deal with SpaceX for satellite launches, while ICC modified Champions Trophy venues following BCCI's objections regarding matches in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, resolving yesterday's cricket controversy.