Exclusive | Parents’ sleepless nights, coding, and chess: How India got its 89th GM in Rohith Krishna S

Rohith Krishna S, a 19-year-old from Chennai, has become India’s 89th Grandmaster, achieving his final GM norm at the Almaty Region Open. His journey, fueled by family support and sacrifices, involved countless hours of practice and international tournaments. Rohith now balances chess with his computer science studies, setting his sights on a 2600 rating and…

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Exclusive | Parents’ sleepless nights, coding, and chess: India gets 89th GM in Rohith

Rohith Krishna S, a 19-year-old from Chennai, has become India’s 89th Grandmaster, achieving his final GM norm at the Almaty Region Open. His journey, fueled by family support and sacrifices, involved countless hours of practice and international tournaments. Rohith now balances chess with his computer science studies, setting his sights on a 2600 rating and…

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Alia Bhatt’s ‘Alpha’ and Kartik Aaryan, Sreeleela starrer to go against each other at box office? Report

Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela’s upcoming film, directed by Anurag Basu, is reportedly set to clash with Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s ‘Alpha’ at the box office on Christmas 2025. While the Kartik-Sreeleela project is rumored to be titled ‘Aashiqui 3,’ ‘Alpha’ marks the seventh installment in the YRF Spy Universe, promising a female-led action spectacle.

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GST reforms push: PM’s Diwali GST rate cut plan seen as timely; experts say it will boost economy

Prime Minister Modi’s GST 2.0 announcement, featuring rate cuts by Diwali, is hailed by tax experts as a strategic move to bolster the Indian economy. The proposed reforms aim to simplify the tax structure, reduce litigation, and boost consumption, particularly for MSMEs. These changes are expected to enhance export competitiveness and address the inverted duty…

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Baburaj on AMMA election controversy; ‘If I’m even slightly involved, I’ll quit acting’; calls for probe into case against Shwetha Menon

Baburaj withdrew his nomination from the AMMA election, urging investigation into allegations linking him to Shwetha’s case. He vowed to quit acting if found culpable, emphasizing his innocence and the impact of the accusations on his candidacy. Despite stepping back, Baburaj expressed faith in AMMA’s strength and democratic processes, hoping for unity under the new…

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Shipping boost: Government to expand Maritime Development Fund to Rs 70,000 crore; eyes global shipbuilding rank

To boost maritime growth, the government is expanding the Maritime Development Fund to Rs 70,000 crore, supporting shipbuilding, port infrastructure, and shipping. The fund will use a blended finance model, combining government and commercial capital. India aims to become a top shipbuilding nation by 2047, requiring significant investment and infrastructure development.

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Independence Day speech: PM Modi urges self-reliance in critical minerals & fertilisers; calls for reduced imports, higher domestic output

Prime Minister Modi announced India’s push for self-sufficiency in critical minerals like lithium and rare earth elements, essential for clean energy and technology. Exploration is underway at over 1,200 sites. He also emphasized reducing reliance on fertilizer imports, urging judicious use and increased domestic production to protect soil health and benefit the nation’s economy.

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