Chess | Divya one step away from historic WC title; but all she wants is ‘sleep’
India’s 19-year-old chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh created history by becoming the first Indian to reach the FIDE Women’s World Cup final. In a five-hour battle, she defeated third seed Tan…
Thailand-Cambodia face-off: Borders shut, F-16 deployed, civilian killed – 10 key points
Recent clashes between Thailand and Cambodia over disputed border territories near ancient temples have escalated, resulting in casualties and diplomatic breakdowns. Thailand expelled the Cambodian ambassador following a landmine incident,…
‘Lost communication’: Russian passenger plane with 50 on board goes missing
A plane carrying 50 individuals disappeared in Russia’s far east on Thursday after losing contact with air traffic control. Operated by Angara airline, the aircraft was nearing Tynda in the…
‘Public swimming on streets’: Delhi waterlogged with traffic snarls after heavy rain
The BJP celebrated the Delhi government’s success in preventing waterlogging at Minto Bridge during heavy rain, a location notorious for flooding. Despite the BJP’s claims of improvement, the Aam Aadmi…
‘I would never have…’: Astronomer’s new CEO breaks silence on ex-boss and HR head
Astronomer, a Cincinnati-based tech startup, faces an unexpected leadership transition after its former CEO resigned following a viral kiss cam incident at a Coldplay concert. Co-founder Pete DeJoy steps in…
‘Shot down five planes’: Trump repeats India-Pak ceasefire claim for 25th time
US President Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for averting a potential “nuclear war” between India and Pakistan, asserting US intervention halted escalating conflict. While a US diplomat echoed this at…
‘You can’t change colours’: Indian student attacked in Adelaide racist assault; one arrested
An Indian international student, Charanpreet Singh, was brutally assaulted in Adelaide, with the attack being investigated as potentially racially motivated. Singh and his wife were allegedly ambushed by a group…
DHAXIT: Collective silence, bar a short post, signals tense parting?
Jagdeep Dhankhar abruptly resigned as Vice-President. This followed tension and disagreement over his decisions. PM Modi’s terse message hinted at the discord. Dhankhar’s move regarding Justice Varma’s removal motion sparked…