Redistricting Fight in US: The US Supreme Court blocked Missouri from using a new GOP-backed congressional map on Nov. 3, warning that changing maps now would cause “electoral chaos,” boosting Democrats’ odds of holding two House seats. Election Security Push: CISA released a midterm election security framework urging paper ballots, chain-of-custody, and protections against cyber, insider, and physical threats ahead of the Nov. 3 vote. India Poll Panel Under Pressure: Three NDA allies demanded transparency from India’s Election Commission chief over reported internal objections tied to voter-roll decisions, while Kerala’s opposition leader said the Commission has lost credibility and protests could intensify. Local Elections & Campaign Tone: South Africa’s Nov. 4 local elections are drawing attention for a quieter campaign season, with analysts debating whether voters are tuning out spectacle. Floods Threaten Voting: Thailand’s Social Security Board election faces calls for postponement after severe flooding left many insured workers unable to reach polling sites. Middle East Ballot Updates: Palestine’s elections commission began accepting list candidacies for the 2026 legislative vote, running until Oct. 7. Sports Betting Crackdown: Brazil’s Lula banned fixed-odds sports betting days before the presidential election, citing debt and public opposition.