The SIR of electoral rolls became one of the most fiercely debated issues in the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections, with the exercise significantly reshaping the state’s voter base before polling. Nearly 91 lakh names, around 12 per cent of the electorate, were removed during the revision process. Of these, more than 60 lakh voters
Government sources indicate no immediate plans to hike gold and silver import duties, despite calls to curb non-essential gold purchases. Meanwhile, India anticipates US trade talks addressing pending issues, including a Section 301 probe, though a comprehensive deal remains distant. India has contested US allegations of structural overcapacity, urging the termination of the investigation.
Soha Ali Khan recounted a terrifying 2011 home invasion where her husband, Kunal Kemmu, confronted the intruder while she stood by, admitting her fear and desire to be braver. She also shared insights into her family dynamics, including seeking relationship advice from brother Saif Ali Khan and getting amusing updates from Kareena Kapoor Khan.
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat asserts her eligibility for the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, despite the Wrestling Federation of India’s (WFI) stance. WFI claims she must complete disciplinary proceedings and adhere to a mandatory notice period for retired athletes. Phogat argues she informed United World Wrestling of her intent to resume competition, but the federation
TVK MLA J C D Prabhakar has filed his nomination for the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu assembly, poised for an unopposed election. The 73-year-old, a former AIADMK member, brings significant legislative experience to the role, balancing the ruling combine’s youthful image.
An SBI ATM booth in Danapur, Bihar, has been repurposed into a hair salon, baffling unsuspecting customers. The kiosk retains its original exterior, leading many to enter expecting to withdraw cash, only to find haircuts in progress. The property owner reportedly rented the space after ATM operations ceased, with the tenant converting it into a
VGP Marine Kingdom Records Rare Bamboo Shark Breeding in India TheWire.in
OpenAI President Greg Brockman started typing a diary as a college student in 2010. Sixteen years later, Elon Musk’s lawyers have it. Over two days in an Oakland federal courthouse, Brockman read his own private entries aloud to a jury, while 1,200 people watched on a YouTube livestream. Here’s what’s inside the diary now driving
India’s nuclear journey began with the 1974 ‘Peaceful Nuclear Explosion’ at Pokhran, making it the sixth nation to harness atomic power for defence. Driven by regional security concerns, India conducted the ‘Operation Shakti’ tests in 1998, solidifying its status as a nuclear power. These advancements underscore India’s strategic capabilities and technological prowess.
