Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar assured the public that the election's integrity remains intact despite VVPAT slips found roadside in Bihar's Samastipur. These were from mock polls, not actual voting. The assistant returning officer responsible has been suspended for negligence, and an FIR is being filed. The Election Commission acted swiftly after a video of the incident went viral.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated that the Congress and Mahagathbandhan are fighting for citizens' rights and democracy, drawing parallels to Mahatma Gandhi's struggle against an 'empire of Narendra Modi.' She accused the BJP of attempting to weaken the Constitution and 'steal' votes, amid ongoing opposition claims of electoral manipulation.

Congress slammed PM Modi's Sitamarhi rally, citing a 2017 culture ministry statement denying historical proof of Goddess Sita's birth there. Jairam Ramesh demanded an apology, accusing the BJP of neglecting Bihar's religious sites and cancelling a key rail project. Meanwhile, Amit Shah announced an Rs 850-crore Sita temple project for the region.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has dismissed the BJP's claims of winning over 160 seats in the Bihar Assembly elections. He stated that the people will decide the final outcome. Kharge also questioned the ruling alliance's failure to address law and order issues and illegal infiltration. Union home minister Amit Shah had earlier projected a sweeping victory for the NDA.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi mocked Rahul Gandhi's fishing attempt and attacked the RJD's «Jungle Raj» legacy at a Bihar rally. He highlighted the NDA's development agenda, contrasting it with the RJD's alleged promotion of crime and corruption among youth, urging voters to choose progress over the past.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated that the Congress and Mahagathbandhan are fighting for citizens' rights and democracy, drawing parallels to Mahatma Gandhi's struggle against an 'empire of Narendra Modi.' She accused the BJP of attempting to weaken the Constitution and 'steal' votes, amid ongoing opposition claims of electoral manipulation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar extended birthday wishes to veteran BJP leader L.K. Advani on his 98th birthday. Modi lauded Advani as a statesman with a towering vision, whose life has been dedicated to India's progress and strengthening the party. Jaishankar also praised his distinguished leadership and lifelong service to the nation.

CM: Guilty Must Face Action, Even Ajit Will Agree

Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested Kamrul alias Mamu, a 51-year-old fruit seller, who masterminded the «Mamu Gang» involved in interstate bank burglaries. Posing as a humble vendor by day, he meticulously planned heists, striking at night with precision to disable alarms and break into vaults. His arrest has solved three major bank burglary cases in Karnataka.