Multiple bus explosions in Tel Aviv and Bat Yam dominated early morning coverage, with two additional bombs defused and public transport suspended. The incident shifted attention from Delhi's governance transition.
By mid-morning, India's MEA labeled Trump's claims about USAID's $21 million voter turnout funding as "deeply troubling," marking a significant escalation from previous days' political debate. The controversy deepened when reports emerged suggesting the funds were actually meant for Bangladesh.
In the afternoon, ED imposed a ₹3.44 crore penalty on BBC India for FEMA violations, while Operation Dunki investigations revealed extensive human trafficking networks in Punjab. The language politics surrounding NEP implementation intensified, with Education Minister Pradhan responding to Tamil Nadu CM Stalin's Hindi imposition claims. PM Modi later addressed the language controversy, emphasizing mutual enrichment among Indian languages.