‘Written off as a bottom feeder’: Susan Polgar defends SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz leader D Gukesh

Indian chess prodigy and world champion Gukesh triumphed over world number one Magnus Carlsen in a rapid game at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz Croatia 2025, earning accolades from chess legends. After an initial setback, Gukesh remarkably won five consecutive games, surpassing Carlsen in the rapid section. The result has drawn praise from a legend…

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Russia attacks Ukraine: Hours after Trump called Putin, massive drone and missile attack by Kremlin; properties damaged

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv, injuring 23 people and causing widespread damage. Ukrainian forces intercepted many targets, but several locations were struck. The assault, one of the largest since the war began, occurred after reports of a pause in US weapons shipments to Ukraine, impacting key defensive systems.

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SSC ASO/Assistant Grade exams 2022–2024 answer keys released at ssc.gov.in

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the tentative answer keys and response sheets for the ASO/Assistant Grade Limited Departmental Competitive Examination 2022–2024, held on June 15, 2025. Candidates can access these documents at ssc.gov.in using their Registration Number and Password. Objections to the answer keys may be submitted online from July 3 to July…

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Pakistan-Russia transport agreement: Strategic rail, road project aims to link South Asia with Eurasia, warm-water ports

Pakistan and Russia have agreed to jointly develop a rail and road network, aiming to connect South Asia with Central Asia and Russia, providing landlocked nations access to warm-water ports. This strategic move seeks to accelerate regional infrastructure projects, enhance trade, and promote economic integration. Pakistan and Afghanistan have also agreed to expedite the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan…

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Global markets today: World shares slip after US stocks hit new highs; tariff deadline casts shadow

Global stock markets experienced a downturn on Friday, influenced by investor apprehension surrounding the impending July 9 tariff deadline set by President Trump. European markets opened lower, while Asian markets displayed mixed performance. Wall Street’s recent gains, driven by a strong US jobs report, contrasted with the prevailing unease over potential trade friction, impacting commodity…

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