The morning began with the neutralization of three Khalistani militants in Pilibhit, UP, following a 756km pursuit across state lines. The encounter narrative dominated early coverage, until Bangladesh's formal diplomatic note requesting Sheikh Hasina's extradition emerged as the day's central story.
The government ended the No-Detention Policy for classes 5 and 8, marking a significant shift in education policy. The change allows schools to fail students, with provisions for re-examination.
By afternoon, the death of filmmaker Shyam Benegal at 90 commanded media attention, with coverage focusing on his role in shaping India's parallel cinema movement.
Evening coverage returned to the Bangladesh situation, with India's "no comment" response suggesting diplomatic caution, while Kejriwal's statements on Rohingya settlements in Delhi indicated growing focus on migration issues.