Disappointed over offer of Jharkhand assembly seats by JMM, Cong; all options open: RJD

Fissures emerged in the INDIA bloc before the Jharkhand assembly elections. The RJD expressed disappointment as the JMM and Congress announced contesting 70 out of 81 seats unilaterally. The RJD stated they were not consulted and are considering all options. Assembly polls will occur in two phases on November 13 and 20, with counting on November 23.