Primary mandate of ECI to ensure citizens vote, says Bombay HC; 'people too can question SIR ordered after decades'

The Bombay High Court questioned the Election Commission's actions regarding the deletion of voter names. The court emphasized the need for continuous updates to electoral rolls instead of abrupt rejections. Citizens should have their applications kept in abeyance rather than outright rejected during the Special Intensive Revision process.

The West Bengal government is set to invest over Rs 2,500 crore in tourism infrastructure. Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh highlighted this investment during the ICC Hospitality and Tourism Summit. The initiative aims to make various destinations across Bengal accessible to international tourists. Additionally, the government plans to establish a hospitality institute to develop local manpower for the sector.

The West Bengal government is set to invest over Rs 2,500 crore in tourism infrastructure. Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh highlighted this investment during the ICC Hospitality and Tourism Summit. The initiative aims to make various destinations across Bengal accessible to international tourists. Additionally, the government plans to establish a hospitality institute to develop local manpower for the sector.

US Stock Market investors are gearing up for the final quarter of 2026 as November Mideterm elections loom large. Will S&P 500 and Nasdaq make good gains? Here are factors that will play pivotal role.

Banks will be closed across India on October 2, 2026, as branches observe Gandhi Jayanti, including SBI and banks in the public, private, foreign and cooperative sectors. While customers will not have access to in-person branch services on the national holiday, digital facilities such as UPI, NEFT, RTGS, mobile and internet banking are expected to continue, with ATMs also available.

Natalie Holloway, Co-Founder and CEO of Bala, shares how she and co-founder Max developed the fitness brand from a $5,000 beginning into a business generating more than $30 million in annual sales. After identifying limitations in traditional wrist and ankle weights, the founders spent two years prototyping while working full-time before testing demand through Kickstarter.

Gears of War: E-Day is set to hit your screens on October 6, 2026. This highly anticipated prequel rejuvenates fan-favorite characters, Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, as they tackle the chaos of Emergence Day. With online co-op for up to four players and an exciting competitive multiplayer mode, players can experience thrilling Horde Siege challenges in teams of 12.

Batters wasting time three times or more can now incur a five-run penalty for their team. An incoming batter can still be dismissed 'timed out' for taking too long to face their delivery. Warnings will be issued for the first two offences, resetting at the end of the innings. The ICC has established distinct specifications for men's, women's, and junior cricket balls.

Brian Slater started New City Moving in 2009 with $10,000 and one used truck. He built slowly, reinvesting what the business earned instead of chasing fast growth. His bigger insight came from customers. A college move could lead to a suburban move, then a family home. Slater built around that journey, while investing in people, service and lasting relationships.

Fashion is grappling with the dual challenges of rising fibre production and complex supply chain requirements. Sustainable alternatives exist, but they struggle to compete with established materials. The Climate Pledge Fashion Coalition aims to address these issues by improving material sourcing and production processes. Discussions during New York Climate Week emphasized the need for cooperation within the industry.

Madan Mitra, a veteran politician, voiced his increasing disillusionment with the current state of politics. He highlighted that politics has become a refuge for anti-social elements, which has frustrated him. Mitra is contemplating a gradual withdrawal from active politics as he feels alienated from the political environment. His comments reflect a broader critique of the declining political standards in Bengal.