Inspired by Chennai’s Praggnanandhaa and Vaishali, Dutch siblings Jorden and Machteld van Foreest clinched national titles. At the Chennai Grand Masters, Jorden drew with Arjun Erigaisi, while Vaishali also had a draw. Keymer leads after defeating Pranav. Other matches saw Robson triumph over Gujrathi, and Sarin drew with Giri after a late blunder.
Sachin Pilgaonkar, a two-time National Award winner, began his film journey at age four and played a memorable role in ‘Sholay’ as Ahmed. Beyond acting, he assisted Ramesh Sippy with directing action sequences, leveraging his editing experience. Pilgaonkar later directed successful Marathi films and comes from a family deeply rooted in Indian cinema, including his…
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced key updates in the Sub-Inspector recruitment for Delhi Police and CAPFs, 2024. Following the Physical Endurance Test results, 24,190 candidates were shortlisted for Paper-II held in March and April 2025. Based on qualifying marks, 22,269 candidates have advanced to the Medical Examination stage.
The legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni intensifies as Judge Lewis J Liman reprimands Baldoni’s legal team for including Lively’s deposition transcript in public records. The court accused them of burdening Lively and the justice system, potentially stirring scandal. Lively’s lawyers argued the move aimed to sway potential jurors.
Panic struck the Icon of the Seas when a water slide’s glass panel shattered mid-ride, injuring a male guest. Water flooded the deck as passengers screamed for the ride to stop. Royal Caribbean is investigating the incident, and the slide is closed for the remainder of the cruise after the ship departed from Miami on…
Spiders, often misunderstood, play a crucial role in ecosystems by controlling pests and maintaining balance. They exhibit surprising behaviors like recycling webs, learning from experience, and adapting to diverse environments. While some mimic ants for survival, most are harmless to humans, offering valuable pest control services in our homes and gardens.
Delhi was severely affected by incessant heavy rains, leading to widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions across key areas like Vasant Kunj and Connaught Place. The India Meteorological Department initially issued a red alert, which was later downgraded to yellow, forecasting continued thunderstorms until August 12. The city recorded significant rainfall, with Safdarjung reporting 78.7 mm.
The UAE’s Etihad Rail project, launching passenger services in 2026, will connect 11 cities across all seven emirates through a 900km network. Fully integrated with public transport systems like metro, buses, and taxis, using a unified Nol card, it promises seamless, sustainable travel. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity, reduce congestion, and support the UAE’s…
Shigetoshi Kotari, a 28-year-old Japanese boxer, tragically died from a subdural hematoma after a title fight in August. Despite no visible signs of distress during the 12 rounds, he collapsed post-match, revealing a severe brain bleed.
National selectors will closely monitor the Duleep Trophy to finalise India’s white-ball squad for the Asia Cup, with key players participating. Mohammed Shami’s inclusion in the East Zone squad has sparked interest, raising questions about his current form and ability to contribute effectively for India.
