The Catch Up: 4 November

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 4th of November and here are the headlines.A tragic accident occurred in Uttarakhand’s Almora, where at least 36 people died when a bus carrying 42 passengers lost control and fell into a gorge near Marchula. The bus was traveling from Kirath of Nainidanda to Ramnagar when it went off the road. Initial reports indicate that the crash was so severe that several passengers were thrown from the vehicle. Rescue operations are ongoing, and officials warn that the death toll may rise as efforts continue.In a dramatic session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, lawmakers engaged in a heated debate as it convened for the first time in six years. The discussion was ignited by People’s Democratic Party (PDP) legislator Waheed Para, who proposed a resolution opposing the abrogation of Article 370. In response, the Council of Ministers called for restoring statehood, reflecting public sentiment. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha assured members that the government would do everything possible to restore the state’s status.The Mumbai Police are facing a significant issue with over Rs 7 crore in unpaid dues from various government agencies for security services. Data revealed through a Right to Information request shows that at least 14 agencies owe a total of Rs 7,10,67,252 for services rendered over the past seven years. The Income Tax department is the largest defaulter, followed by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).Leaders of Canada’s three major federal parties condemned violent clashes that occurred during a visit by Indian consular officials to a Hindu temple in Brampton. Following the incidents, the High Commission of India expressed disappointment over the disruptions affecting routine consular work. Sikhs for Justice, a banned group advocating for Khalistan, claimed responsibility for the protests against the Indian officials, who were present to offer administrative services, including pension assistance for seniors.As the United States presidential elections approach, the spotlight is on the tight race between Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump. Both candidates plan to hold rallies in Pennsylvania and visit swing states. Recent opinion polls show Harris receiving strong support from female voters, while Trump is gaining traction among Hispanic men. Trump aims for a comeback after his controversial exit in 2020, while Harris seeks to make history as the first woman president.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express.