Priyanka Gandhi Vadra filed her nomination for the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-election, marking her first personal electoral campaign after 35 years of campaigning for others. Speaking at a public meeting in Wayanad, she expressed her unique experience, stating, "This is the first time I am campaigning in an election and seeking your support for myself." Priyanka highlighted her history of campaigning since age 17 for her father, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, and her mother and brother. She thanked Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for the opportunity to contest and emphasized her desire to represent the constituency, previously held by her brother Rahul Gandhi, who has vacated the seat.

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi has officially announced her candidacy for the Lok Sabha by-election in Wayanad, Kerala, by signing her nomination papers on Wednesday. The by-election became necessary after her brother, Rahul Gandhi, decided to vacate the Wayanad seat, which he had previously won along with the Raebareli constituency. Priyanka Gandhi will participate in a roadshow with Rahul Gandhi before filing her nomination. This election marks Priyanka's first entry into the electoral arena, and her candidacy is crucial for Congress as it aims to retain the Wayanad seat in the upcoming polls.

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav sparked controversy on Monday by using a cuss word for Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. This came after Yadav was asked to respond to the Chief Justice’s comment about praying for a solution in the Ayodhya case. Yadav initially denied making the remark but later backtracked after backlash. "Nobody asked me anything about the CJI," he told ANI. Party leader Akhilesh Yadav distanced himself from the incident, stating, "We all respect the CJI." Justice Chandrachud had earlier spoken about seeking divine help during the Ayodhya verdict deliberations.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticized the Delhi government, accusing them of deflecting blame for Yamuna River pollution. Saini responded to Delhi CM Atishi's claim that Haryana's industrial waste causes toxic foam in the river. He defended Haryana, saying the water sent to Delhi has a low Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) level. Saini also questioned how the ₹6,000 crore allocated under the Yamuna Action Plan was spent. BJP Delhi chief Virendra Sachdeva also attacked AAP for failing to address severe air pollution in the city, blaming their corruption for residents' health problems.

The BJP has released its first list of 99 candidates for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly election, with key figures like Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and state BJP president Chandrashekhar Bawankule included. Fadnavis will contest from Nagpur South West, while Bawankule is fielded from Kamthi. Notable candidates include Ram Kadam, Nitesh Rane, and Sreejaya Chavan, daughter of ex-CM Ashok Chavan. The election is set for November 20, with vote counting on November 23. The BJP is contesting in alliance with Shiv Sena and Ajit Pawar’s NCP faction.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah flagged off the Kashmir Marathon, with over 2,000 athletes from 13 countries participating. Abdullah, 54, ran a half-marathon (21 km) in under 2 hours, without prior training. The event, organized by the J&K Tourism Department, aimed to showcase Kashmir as a peaceful destination for international events. Top athletes, including Asian gold medallists and runners from Europe and Africa, competed. Abdullah expressed hopes for the marathon to become a global event, while participants praised the beauty and hospitality of Kashmir.

The BJP has named Kozhikode councilwoman Navya Haridas as its candidate for the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypolls, challenging Congress' Priyanka Gandhi. Haridas, a rising BJP leader known for her work in local governance and social outreach, will contest the seat vacated by Rahul Gandhi, who opted to retain Rae Bareli. The Wayanad bypoll on November 13, 2024, marks Priyanka’s parliamentary debut, making it a highly anticipated contest. Haridas, who has gained popularity in Kerala's political circles, is expected to be a key figure in the BJP's push to gain ground in the southern state.

Jammu and Kashmir’s newly elected Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired his first Cabinet meeting on Thursday, where a unanimous resolution was passed urging the Union Government to restore the state's original status. The Cabinet emphasized that statehood is crucial for reclaiming the constitutional rights and unique identity of Jammu and Kashmir's people. The Chief Minister has been authorized to take up the matter with the Prime Minister in New Delhi. Additionally, the Cabinet recommended summoning the Legislative Assembly on November 4, with Mubarik Gul appointed as Pro-tem Speaker to administer the oath to members.

The BJP has released its first candidate list for the upcoming Jharkhand Assembly elections, naming 66 candidates for 68 seats. Former Chief Minister Babulal Marandi will contest from Dhanwar, while Champai Soren and Sita Soren will represent Saraikela and Jamtara, respectively. Champai, who recently switched from the JMM, expressed feeling "humiliated" after his brief tenure as Chief Minister. Sita, expelled from the JMM, cited "isolation" within the party. Elections for the 81-member assembly will be held in two phases on November 13 and 20, with results to be declared on November 23.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has removed Jharkhand’s acting Director General of Police (DGP), Anurag Gupta, citing past complaints. Gupta had faced allegations of biased behavior in the 2019 Lok Sabha and 2016 Rajya Sabha elections. The state government must now submit a list of senior IPS officers by October 21 to appoint a new DGP. Jharkhand will hold assembly elections in two phases, on November 13 and 20. The ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) is leading the government with 30 members in the state assembly.