Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai received a notice from police to postpone his Sambhal visit due to potential chaos. Despite this, Rai intends to visit peacefully to address alleged injustices by authorities. Lucknow Police urged Rai to respect Section 163 BNSS to maintain peace. Rai plans to follow Gandhian principles despite police presence.

Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi has emphasised that oceans are open for operations for even China and Pakistan, as long as security isn’t compromised.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee’s remark came days after Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das was arrested and charged with sedition in Bangladesh.