Trump's questioning of USAID's $21 million voter turnout fund for India dominated early morning coverage, with multiple outlets repeating his "they have more money" quote. By noon, BJP's selection of first-time MLA Rekha Gupta as Delhi's Chief Minister emerged as the central story, following three days of speculation since the election results.
The announcement process unfolded gradually, with observers arriving at BJP headquarters, followed by MLAs' meeting and formal selection. Gupta met the Lieutenant Governor in late afternoon to stake claim, with oath-taking scheduled for tomorrow at Ramlila Maidan.
In parallel coverage, the Jamia student crackdown continued generating debate, while New Zealand defeated Pakistan in the Champions Trophy opener in Dubai, where India's matches were relocated despite Pakistan hosting the tournament.