Today is Thursday, Oct. 31, the 305th day of 2024. There are 61 days left in the year. This is Halloween. Today in history: On Oct. 31, 1984, Indira Gandhi, India’s Prime Minister for more than 15 years, was assassinated by two of her own security guards. Also on this date: In 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signed a proclamation making Nevada the 36th state, eight days before the presidential election. Related Articles Today in History: October 30, Muhammad Ali defeats George Foreman in the “Rumble in the Jungle” Today in History: October 29, Houston Texans take a knee Today in History: October 28, FBI announces investigation into Hillary Clinton days before the 2016 election Today in History: October 27, 11 killed in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting Today in History: October 26, Shootout at the O.K.