China upset by new Indian film on Galwan clash: Experts discuss Beijing’s propaganda
In this special report, the focus is on China’s reaction to the upcoming Indian film ‘Battle of Galwan’. The film, based on the clash in Ladakh in June 2020, has sparked outrage in Beijing’s state media. An anonymous speaker reported that while the trailer has generated ‘massive buzz’ in India, the Global Times has dismissed the film and questioned the sacrifice of Indian soldiers. The program will discuss with defense experts why Beijing remains sensitive even five years after the incident. One analyst suggests that China ‘would like to see less conflict’ but relies on its own narrative, while another insists that this reaction is an ‘overreaction’ to a teaser. The report explores whether cinema is a real threat to China’s stories.
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Bengal voter list controversy: 58 lakh names removed in SIR process; Accusations on BJP and TMC
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has sounded the election bugle for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, highlighting infiltration as a major issue. The visit coincides with a major controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, where over 58 lakh names have been removed from the voter list. While the Election Commission cites technical errors including a ‘PDF to CSV’ conversion glitch, the Trinamool Congress alleges a conspiracy. A BJP representative said, ‘The truth is that 58 lakh names have been struck off… If you lose the trust of the voters, you will be out.’ India Today’s Tapas Sengupta reports from Kolkata.
Amit Shah attacks Mamata Banerjee over infiltration and demographic change in Bengal ahead of 2026 elections
The political controversy in West Bengal has intensified ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s government of facilitating illegal infiltration to change the demography of the state for vote bank politics. Shah said that if BJP is elected, it will end this practice. In a sharp rebuttal, Banerjee compared the BJP leaders to mythological characters ‘Duryodhana and Dushasan’ and questioned why the central government’s Border Security Force has not secured the borders. The controversy also includes the debate over issuing identity documents to migrants. Separately, the report covers the diplomatic fallout of the upcoming film ‘Battle of Galwan’. Chinese state media have reacted strongly to the film, accusing it of distorting the facts of the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. This has led to an analysis of the wider impact on India-China relations and the situation of reducing tension on the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
News Today Debate: Is banning vigilante groups the solution to stopping hate crimes?
This special report focuses on ethical policing and increasing incidents of brutality by watchdog groups. The program explores whether banning such organizations is a legal or practical solution. A senior legal expert argues that sanctions are difficult to sustain and require strong political will. A former police officer highlighted the failure of law enforcement to act swiftly. An activist stresses the need for social awareness on restrictions. The anchor concludes by calling for strict enforcement of the law.
Hate speech controversy: FIR lodged against Bajrang Dal’s Rishabh Thakur for ‘Love Jihad’ attack in Bareilly
In a disturbing trend reported by India Today, right-wing groups have been accused of spreading hatred in North India. The program highlights two recent incidents: the distribution of swords by the Hindu Raksha Dal in Ghaziabad and the Bajrang Dal attack on a birthday party in Bareilly. In Bareilly, a group led by Rishabh Thakur allegedly attacked students claiming ‘love jihad’. Police have registered FIR 532/25 against the accused. After these incidents, Congress spokesperson Shama Mohammad has demanded a ban on Bajrang Dal. Reporter Krishna Gopal Raj provides details from the ground.