About one million voters are set to pick their next president from a list of eight hopefuls. 

​About one million voters are set to pick their next president from a list of eight hopefuls.  

The Supreme Court has ruled that neither the President nor the governor has absolute veto power over state bills. They must provide reasons for withholding assent. The court set timelines for decisions on bills. Governors have one month for assent or three months to refer the bill. The President also has three months to decide.

Murshidabad district in West Bengal sees renewed violence. One person is shot in Dhulian. This follows unrest over the Waqf Amendment Act. Authorities suspect BSF involvement in the shooting. Police have arrested 118 people. Senior officers are managing the situation. A teenager was injured during clashes. The Director General of Police urges people to avoid rumours.