Television actress Chahat Pandey had an emotional reunion with her mother during Bigg Boss 18's family week. Her mother criticized contestant Avinash Mishra for his derogatory remarks about Chahat and expressed disappointment with the show's producers for not addressing the issue. She firmly stated that she would not allow Chahat to work with Avinash, regardless of any financial offers. Additionally, she condemned Eisha's comments linking Chahat with another contestant, highlighting her disapproval of Eisha's behavior and its impact on public perception.

India faced a challenging start against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, losing openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal early. Captain Jasprit Bumrah chose to bat first at the Sydney Cricket Ground under overcast conditions. Virat Kohli, who has struggled in the series, survived a close call on a first-ball duck after a review deemed him not out. Former Australian players Justin Langer and Ricky Ponting expressed their belief that Kohli should have been dismissed, citing the catch by Steve Smith as legitimate. Kohli's performance in 2024 has been underwhelming, with only one century in ten Tests.

The 17th-century Mubarak Manzil, a Mughal heritage site in Agra, was largely demolished despite a recent notification from the state archaeological department to protect it. Local residents allege that a builder, in collusion with officials, carried out the demolition. The site, historically significant as a residence for key Mughal figures, had undergone various modifications over the years. Authorities are now investigating the matter, and further changes to the site have been halted. The structure's rich history includes its construction by Aurangzeb and its use during British rule.

The Supreme Court of India has asked the Centre for its stance on the proposal for a legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers. This proposal was made after the Prime Minister announced the withdrawal of controversial farm laws in November 2021, which had led to prolonged protests by farmers, particularly from Punjab. A petitioner, representing a farmer on a hunger strike, urged the court to direct the Centre to engage in discussions regarding the MSP guarantee. The court noted it cannot enforce a proposal meant for discussion, while the Solicitor General stated the Centre's concern for farmers nationwide.