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Eiffel Tower staff have walked out after female employees were asked to leave posts and be replaced during a private Saturday visit by a delegation from the Hindu group BAPS. Tower management has apologised, opened an internal inquiry and the monument has reopened; BAPS has apologised and denied anyone was refused access.
A Manipuri guitarist, Vikram Singh, has died after a late-night assault in Delhi. Seven adults and a minor have been arrested. The incident has reignited concerns about discrimination against people from India's northeast. Police say the motive is under investigation.
Migrants in Ceuta face a growing humanitarian strain as Spain grapples with a slow, improvised response to mass border crossings. Protests and investigations continue as minors endure shelters, education and healthcare challenges while officials deploy security and NGOs provide aid.
Diwali celebrations are underway as communities celebrate across India and the diaspora, while air quality deteriorates in northern cities ahead of the festival. Authorities are permitting limited green-fireworks to curb emissions and celebrations include prayers, light, and family gatherings.