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Early voting begins in Texas and Florida as Indian-American candidates contest key races ahead of the November 3 midterms. Campaign spending, polling forecasts and debate disputes are shaping contests in Arizona, Ohio, New York and Los Angeles County and elsewhere.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the United States suspended intelligence sharing for three days, leaving Ukraine without American ballistic missile warnings. He also said Starlink restrictions remained partly in place, while US officials disputed his account of the communications disruption.

Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft using its airspace until November 24, 2026, through a fresh NOTAM. The restrictions continue to apply to all Indian civilian and military aircraft across the Karachi and Lahore Flight Information Regions.

Muhammad Sarwar, a Pakistan-based leader of the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML) and a US-designated global terrorist linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), died in Lahore after reportedly collapsing while on his way to a mosque.

More than 2,000 people were arrested during violent nationwide protests in France against rising inflation. The unrest left over 600 security personnel and firefighters injured, caused widespread property damage, and saw attacks on public buildings, businesses, and police facilities.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said four military personnel were killed and dozens seriously injured in a devastating fire at a military base in Alberta. He described the incident as one of Canada's worst peacetime military tragedies on domestic soil.

A major fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta left people dead and injured, overwhelming nearby healthcare facilities. Strong winds hampered firefighting efforts. Authorities launched an investigation, while neighbouring Saskatchewan offered assistance and two polling locations closed early

Israeli satirical show Eretz Nehederet has spoofed the reported Flydubai hijacking attempt with a Fauda-inspired sketch. Comedian Eran Zarachovitz portrays plumber Yaniv Hayoun as an unlikely action hero, complete with wrenches, airborne drama and a Star of David.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met survivors of Thailand’s 2018 Tham Luang cave incident in Bangkok, praising their courage and resilience. She invited the Wild Boars Football Academy members to visit Buddhist pilgrimage sites Bodh Gaya in Bihar and Namsai in Arunachal Pradesh

Republican Saritha Komatireddy has narrowed New York Attorney General Letitia James’s lead to 13 percentage points, according to a Siena poll. However, James retains a substantial financial advantage, while Komatireddy faces a significant challenge in building voter recognition before election day.

Donald Trump warned that a Democratic victory in the November 3 midterm elections could reverse his economic, immigration and national security policies. At a Kentucky rally, he promised tax relief, fresh investments, tougher border controls and financial payments to American citizens

FBI Director Kash Patel, Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance have faced criticism for remaining silent over an alleged mass shooting plot targeting an Illinois Hindu temple. Lawmakers and Hindu advocacy groups have urged action and a federal hate-crime investigation

US President Donald Trump is taking 60 days to assess the global and domestic economic impact of sanctions on Russia and tariffs on countries buying Russian oil. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the waivers offer relief to India amid energy uncertainties

A major fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta has left people dead and injured, Canada’s defence minister confirmed. Prime Minister Mark Carney and provincial leaders expressed condolences and pledged support, while authorities have yet to disclose the cause 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged support for US sanctions against Russia after Donald Trump put a sweeping package on hold. Zelenskyy also reported attacks on more than 15 energy sites as Ukraine braces for winter and further Russian strikes

Bipartisan lawmakers have introduced legislation to block Russian diesel purchases under President Donald Trump’s arrangement. The bill would invalidate Treasury licences and restrict investment in Russian energy, with supporters warning the policy could undermine sanctions against Moscow over war in Ukraine.

India and the United States are nearing the first tranche of a trade agreement, with dairy access remaining a key obstacle. Tariff concessions, Russian oil purchases, energy supplies and rising fuel prices ahead of US midterm elections shape the negotiations.

A Congressional Research Service report says Trump administration changes to the H-1B programme have increased employer costs and scrutiny. The assessment details proposed wage hikes and fees, changes affecting foreign workers and families, and a sharp decline in certain overseas recruitment petitions.

Russian attacks across nine Ukrainian regions disrupted power supply to hundreds of thousands of households and injured at least 15 people, as concerns grow over escalating strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure ahead of winter.

The US has ended the 540-day automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), impacting H-4 spouses of H-1B visa holders and other immigrant categories whose work permit renewals are pending.

Four people died and two suffered severe burns while fighting a wildfire in Indonesia’s Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Rising fire hotspots, prolonged dry conditions and El Niño have intensified forest fires, worsening regional haze and prompting school closures in Malaysia

India and Russia launched the harbour phase of INDRA 2026 with planning talks between INS Sahyadri and Russian corvette Aldar Tsydenzhapov. The joint exercise includes naval, ground and air operations, focusing on tactical manoeuvres, combat drills and counterterrorism

The IMF warns booming AI investment and corporate borrowing could threaten financial stability if profits disappoint. While AI may boost productivity and growth, it urges stronger oversight, cybersecurity safeguards and preparation for employment and inequality shifts in the years ahead

US authorities praised a co-worker whose tip led police to investigate an alleged mass-shooting plot targeting a Hindu temple near Chicago. Police say a 19-year-old suspect was arrested and weapons, ammunition and a manifesto were recovered from his home.