FIDE has approved the “Total Chess World Championship Tour,” a new format by Norway Chess, combining Fast Classical, Rapid, and Blitz to find the “Total Chess Player.” The tour, featuring four events annually with a $2.7 million prize pool, aims to innovate chess. A pilot event is set for autumn 2026, with the full season…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will stop issuing hard copy migration certificates for Class X and XII students from 2025. Instead, students will receive digital certificates via DigiLocker, accepted by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for higher education admissions. During the transition period, hard copies can be requested through CBSE’s Duplicate Academic Document…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the practical exam schedule for Classes 10 and 12 in winter-bound schools for the 2025–26 session. As per the circular, practical, project, and internal assessments will be held from November 6 to December 6, 2025. The schedule applies only to winter-bound schools; others will follow later…
South Indian favourites idlis and dosas can be enjoyed by diabetics. Smart ingredient swaps like using millets instead of rice are key. Fermentation and fibre-rich additions further help manage blood sugar. Portion control and healthy pairings with sambar or curd are also recommended. These simple adjustments allow for a satisfying and safe culinary experience.
Sanjeev Kumar played a crucial role in convincing Jaya Bachchan to star in Yash Chopra’s ‘Silsila’, a film that initially underperformed but gained cult status. Jaya Bachchan’s condition for her involvement was to remain on set even when not filming. The casting of Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, and Rekha was notably bold due to their…
Marks & Spencer has issued an urgent recall for its Milk Chocolate Honeycomb product due to undeclared peanuts, posing a risk to allergy sufferers. Consumers with a peanut allergy are strongly advised not to consume specific batches with a best-by date of 12 May 2026. Affected customers can return the product for a full refund.
As Diwali celebrations begin, a young Indian man faces his final festive season. Diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer, he shared his emotional journey online. Doctors have exhausted treatment options, leaving him with little time. His heartfelt words about missing future dreams and family’s grief resonated globally. Social media users offered messages of hope and…
Mahabalipuram’s Krishna’s Butterball, a massive granite boulder, defies gravity, resting precariously on a tiny incline for over a thousand years. This natural wonder, steeped in legend and baffling scientists, has resisted all attempts to move it, including those by ancient kings and British governors. It’s now a popular tourist spot and a photographer’s delight.
Luxury handbags have become aspirational status symbols for affluent Indian women, reflecting legacy, taste, and wealth. These coveted possessions, often treated as investment pieces, include rare and valuable items like the Mouawad 1001 Nights Diamond Purse and various Hermès Birkin and Kelly creations, showcasing unparalleled craftsmanship and exclusivity.
