The new Chief Minister of Delhi – identity as yet unknown since the BJP, which thumped the AAP to win this month’s election, has not named a candidate – will take oath at 4.30 pm Thursday, sources told NDTV this afternoon.

Congress leader Sam Pitroda suggests that India should adopt a collaborative rather than confrontational approach towards China, asserting that the perceived threat is often exaggerated. This statement comes amid discussions on India-China relations and follows a rejected US offer to mediate between the two nations, countering assertions by BJP of Congress having a ‘soft corner’ for China.

China’s agitation stems from its huge stakes in Bangladesh which, top Indian government sources said, are part of its broader South Asian strategy