First, we are joined by Indian Express' Chief of National Political Bureau Manoj CG to discuss the first major crisis faced by the opposition INDIA bloc, as two of its partners have chosen to contest elections independently in their respective states.

Second, Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs editor Shubhajit Roy talks about this year's Republic Day Chief Guest French President Emmanuel Macron, and the significance of the India-France ties (12:32).

Lastly, we give you an update about the media interaction conducted by Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly, during his visit to India (23:12).

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