The Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine could be charming, women said in interviews, but some found his actions intimidating and disturbing.

Mr. Patel accused the publication of defamation, asking for $250 million in damages. A spokeswoman for The Atlantic called the suit “meritless.”

The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has listed five private members' bills proposing liquor prohibition measures among a total of 33 bills. The proposals come amid rising concerns over drug and alcohol abuse in the Union Territory.