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D Gukesh showcased his prowess at the FIDE Grand Swiss, securing a victory over Etienne Bacrot, while Praggnanandhaa was held to a draw. Vidit Gujrathi triumphed, but Harikrishna faced a defeat. In the women’s section, Vaishali and Vantika Agrawal started strong with wins, while Harika drew her match.

The Bihar bandh, called by NDA women’s wings to protest abusive remarks against PM Modi’s mother, saw a mixed response across districts. While shops closed in many towns, schools and essential services largely continued as usual.

Guwahati’s Dr Bhubaneswar Borooah Cancer Institute marked Lokabandhu Dr Bhubaneswar Borooah’s 132nd birth anniversary. He was remembered as a physician, freedom fighter, and philanthropist. The event included floral tributes led by BBCI’s director, faculty, and students. Dr Bibhuti B. Borthakur highlighted Dr Borooah’s vision. His contributions to healthcare and social reform in Assam were celebrated.

Kathryn Sullivan, a long-time Commonwealth Bank of Australia employee, was made redundant after 25 years, a decision she attributes to being replaced by a chatbot she helped train. The bank initially cited AI as the reason for cutting 45 call center roles, but later reversed the decision under union pressure, offering jobs back.

Ashish Vidyarthi, like Mithun Chakraborty, struggled financially and accepted “B-grade” film roles to support his aging parents. Mithun shifted to low-budget action films in Ooty, producing over 100 movies, which were commercially successful but labeled “B-grade.” Despite media criticism, Mithun created a parallel industry overlooked by many.

Bhagyashree celebrated Onam in a stunning pearl-white and gold saree, complemented by traditional temple jewelry. She paid tribute to Rekha by featuring the song ‘Mann Kyun Behka’ from ‘Utsav’ in her video. Known for her debut in ‘Maine Pyaar Kiya’ opposite Salman Khan, Bhagyashree later married Himalay Dassani. Read on.

Draymond Green and his wife, Hazel Renee, are expecting their fifth child, adding to their blended family which includes Olive, Draymond Jr., Cash, and Hunni. Hazel announced the pregnancy via Instagram, sparking excitement among NBA fans and personalities like Ayesha Curry and Savannah James. The couple’s growing family continues to garner attention as they share…

Guwahati witnessed widespread protests led by the All Assam Students’ Union (Aasu) against illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. Demanding the implementation of the Assam Accord and border sealing, Aasu held hunger strikes and burned copies of the new Immigration Order, deeming it a scheme to settle foreigners until 2024.

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