Rebels pose challenges for major alliances in Maharashtra as nominations for assembly polls close. Mahayuti identified 80 rebels, while nearly 150 candidates filed nominations against their official candidates. Both alliances say candidates for all seats are declared. Withdrawal of nominations by November 4 may help manage disputes and clarify the final number of contestants.

A satirical memorial featuring a poop emoji sculpture was placed in front of the US Capitol by a group representing an unnamed sculptor. The installation criticizes the events of January 6th, 2021, and the toxic political discourse surrounding Donald Trump. President Biden’s recent remarks and a post by Elon Musk’s daughter Vivian Jenna Wilson condemned Trump supporters with strong language.

A resident of Sammoo village shared that each time someone tried to observe Diwali in the village, they experienced some misfortune or loss.