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'The 'children' of Vishy Anand are on the loose' - remarks Garry Kasparov after Gukesh's triumph at Candidates

India's five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand has spawned a chess culture in India and the country is reaping the rewards of the Grandmaster's success with thousands of youngsters, mostly in their teens, taking up chess. Gukesh's triumph entitles him to a clash against reigning world champion Ding Liren of China in the last quarter of the year.

Tata Stock, Share Price Under Rs 300: 250% DIVIDEND announced - Details

Tata Stock Dividend Announcement: Rallis India is a Tata Group stock. The company has announced a dividend payment of 250 per cent on each stock. Rallis India Dividend News, Rallis India Dividend Record Date

Anti-Netanyahu Protests Turn Fiery: Families Of Hostage Accuse Bibi For Waging War To Stay In Power

Israelis organized a massive ‘passover’ protest against PM Netanyahu for falling the families of the hostages. Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the gates of Netanyahu’s house in Caesarea and call out Netanyahu’s leadership out. They demand immediate release of abductees. Passover is a Jewish festival when families gather for dinner called Seder for 7 nights and it commemorates liberation of Jewish people from Slavery in Egypt.Anti-Netanyahu Protests Turn Fiery: Families Of Hostage Accuse Bibi For Waging War To Stay In Power

Mainstream media blacking out Cong, party using social network to connect with people: Shrinate

Guwahati, Apr 23 (PTI) Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate claimed that social media has helped her party to connect with people as mainstream media is "blacking out" the grand old party

Ghazipur landfill fire: MCD douses 90% of fire, operation still on, FIR registered | Top 10 updates

Ghazipur landfill fire continued on Tuesday morning. Delhi MCD Mayor Shelly Oberoi informed that the Ghazipur landfill fire is under control and appropriate action will be taken after the inquiry.

How China Responded To Muizzu’s Win In Maldives' Parliamentary Polls

China on Monday congratulated Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s People’s National Congress (PNC) which has secured an absolute majority in Sunday’s Parliament polls and expressed its willingness to deepen the ”comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership” between the two countries.Muizzu-led PNC won 68 out of 93 seats in Sunday’s polls and its coalition partners Maldives National Party (MNP) and Maldives Development Alliance (MDA) won one...

Arvind Kejriwal Receives Insulin In Tihar Jail, First Since ED Arrest

Arvind Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate has drawn significant attention and has led to debates regarding political vendetta and judicial proceedings. His health condition under detention has further fueled discussions about his well-being and access to proper medical care.

Putin Annexes Ukraine Village in Donetsk Region As Zelensky Waits For U.S’ $61bn Aid

In a major boost to Putin’s men, the Russian military has liberated Novomikhailovka village in Ukraine’s Donetsk region. Russia’s announcement came as the United States Congress approves $61bn military aid for Ukraine. The Russian defence ministry announced that its forces had captured the settlement of Novomikhailovka in Donetsk. Putin Annexes Ukraine Village in Donetsk Region As Zelensky Waits For U.S’ $61bn Aid

IMD's severe heat wave warning for 5 states

IMD forecast: India faces a persistent heat wave with temperatures soaring up to 45°C in various regions, triggering heat wave warnings and forecasts of warm nights and hot weather conditions over the next five days.

Australian Journalist Avani Dias Leaves India, Says Was Denied Visa Extension As Her Reporting 'Crossed Line’

Avani Dias, South Asia bureau chief of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation left India abruptly over visa extension issues, days after her reporting on YouTube was blocked. She left the country on April 19, although lobbying by Australian authorities got her visa extended for two months, a day before she left. Dias claimed that she was denied visa extension as her reporting "crossed a line." Talking about her departure from the country, Dias...

Over 130 arrested at New York University as Pro-Palestine protests escalate

The pro-Palestine protest at US universities turned into a much larger movement by Tuesday, with police arresting several students on different campuses.

'Congress, INDI Alliance went into panic mode after...': PM Modi on his 'infiltrators' remark

Two days after his comments triggered an uproar among the Opposition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the "truth put forth the nation" created panic in the INDIA bloc and Congress."The day before yesterday in Rajasthan I put forth some truth in front of the country and the entire Congress and INDI alliance went into a panic. I put forth the truth that Congress is plotting to snatch your property and distribute it to their...

Tamannaah Bhatia And Raashii Khanna-starrer Aranmanai 4 Gets New Release Date

Sundar C’s upcoming horror comedy Aranmanai 4 is one of the most awaited releases of 2024. The film stars Tamannaah Bhatia and Raashii Khanna in the lead roles. Now, the makers of Aranmanai 4 have announced a new release date for the film.Initially, the film was scheduled to hit the theatres on April 26. However, in a recent announcement, the makers announced the new release date of the upcoming horror flick. The makers of Aranmanai 4 took to...

Apple announces May 7 “let loose” iPad event — here are all the details

Apple's Let Loose iPad event is coming a month before WWDC 2024.

BJP names Tashi Gyalson as Ladakh candidate, drops sitting MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced Tashi Gyalson as its candidate from the Ladakh Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday, April 23, replacing sitting MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal. Gyalson, the chairman-cum-chief executive councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council in Leh, will contest in the upcoming elections scheduled for May 20.Reacting defiantly, Namgyal asserted that he will soon announce his next course of action. He expressed...

Petrol, Diesel Fresh Prices Announced: Check Rates In Your City On April 23

Petrol and Diesel Prices On April 23, 2024: Even though the price of crude continues to fluctuate in the international market, there is no change in the fuel prices in India. The prices of petrol and diesel in the domestic market were last revised on March 14 and since then there has been no major revision in the prices.New petrol and diesel rates are released every day at 6 am in the country. Oil companies have also released new petrol and...

Global Defence Spending Breaks Records | US, China Account For Half The World's Military Spending

Pedri Discloses What Xavi Told Team Before Barcelona 3-2 Win Over PSG In UCL Quarterfinal

Star Barcelona midfielder Pedri shared what manager Xavi Hernandez said to him prior to his substitution during his team's 3-2 victory over Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on April 10 in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal. When Pedri entered the game, Barca was already behind. With a brilliant assist, the Spaniard set up Raphinha's goal to tie the score at 2-2.

Columbia University witnesses massive faculty walkout after dozens of student arrests at pro-Palestinian protests

Columbia University faculty condemned the institution for calling the police on student protestors who'd set encampments for pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

'Arrogant billionaire': Elon Musk, Australian PM clash over church stabbing posts

Elon Musk said Tuesday his social media platform X will appeal against an Australian injunction forcing it to take down videos of a church stabbing in Sydney. Australia's internet watchdog secured an injunction late Monday, forcing X to hide videos that allegedly show a Sydney bishop being slashed in the head during a live-streamed sermon. X ignored earlier Australian pleas to remove the images, and Musk had said the company would appeal against...

Industrial investment, railway push, tourism uptick: How Jammu has changed post Article 370 abrogation

After New Industrial Policy (NIP) 2021 came into effect 1 April 2021, benefits of this policy have been largely drawn by the region, primarily districts of Jammu, Kathua & Samba.

Fahadh Faasil admits he has reservations about dealing with religion in his films, says Malayalam audience isn’t ready for ‘harsh reality’

Actor Fahadh Faasil said that he is wary of touching the theme of religion in his films after the commercial failure of Trance.

Apple’s China iPhone sales dive 19% in worst quarter since 2020

Apple Inc.’s iPhone sales in China fell 19% during the March quarter, according to data from an independent research firm that marked the gadget’s worst performance there since COVID struck around 2020.The US company fell to third in the hotly contested market, roughly on par with fast-rising rival Huawei Technologies Co., according to Counterpoint Research estimates. The market as a whole expanded about 1.5% as local brands including Honor...

Google fires 20 more over protests, says report. What is Project Nimbus & why are Googlers protesting?

Jane Chung, spokesperson for protest organiser No Tech for Apartheid said that those recently fired included ‘non-participating bystanders’, and that this takes the total number of fired employees to over 50.

Fact Check: This boy DID NOT die after consuming dry ice! Here's what happened

The child in the video is alive. The incident took place on April 14 in Karnataka's Davangere.

High Court to deliver verdict on landmark Dawoodi Bohra succession case today

After a decade-long legal battle, the Bombay High Court will deliver its verdict on the Syedna succession case within the Dawoodi Bohra community.

Why Foxtrot And Dom's Kitchen Are Closing Stores Nationwide?

Nearly a decade into its startup journey, Foxtrot announced on Tuesday about closing its stores in parts of the United States. The Chicago-based grocery chain along with Dom's Kitchen decided to exit the market in Chicago, Austin, Dallas, and DC areas. Several of their customers were surprised after a shutdown sign was hanging outside their outlets with many of them took to social media to share their mixed reactions.

Musk's Tesla to report Q1 earnings: What to expect, points to watch for, experts' predictions

JP Morgan analysts suggest Tesla has a “demand issue,” linking it to the recent layoffs

Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag says the media are 'embarrassing' and a 'disgrace'

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag does not hold back on the media and called their comments about the Red Devils' FA Cup semi-final vs Coventry a 'disgrace' and 'embarrassing'.

US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI's botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations

DETROIT: The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement Tuesday with more than 100 people who accused the FBI of grossly mishandling allegations of sexual assault against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016, a critical time gap that allowed the sports doctor to continue to prey on victims before his arrest.When combined with other settlements, $1 billion now has been set aside by various organizations to compensate hundreds of women...

Rs 1,500,000,000 Fraud At A North East Branch, Mahindra And Mahindra Financial Services Shares Plunge 8 pc

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services announced the postponement of its scheduled board meeting, originally slated for April 23.

5 takeaways from the first day of Trump hush money trial

Former US President and the Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump is once again in news as he faces his first criminal trial in Manhattan.

Taiwan Hit By More Than 80 Earthquakes, Strongest One Reached 6.3 Magnitude

Man raises concerns after a harrowing experience in Uber cab: ‘Passenger safety is a joke’

The man talked about Uber's lack of response after he faced a rude driver.

Indian Sikh pilgrim, 67, dies in Pakistan's Lahore

An Indian Sikh pilgrim died in Lahore on Monday due to cardiac arrest, a Pakistani official said.

Psychologist becomes first person in Peru to die by euthanasia after legal battle

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UP boy faints on seeing 93.5% marks in board result, admitted to ICU

A Class 10 student from Meerut, overjoyed after scoring 93.5% in his exams, fainted upon seeing his result. This sparked concern and he had to be admitted to the ICU.

Firing at Salman Khan's House: Mumbai Crime Branch searches Surat's Tapi river for gun

In a recent development regarding the firing incident outside actor Salman Khan's residence on April 14, Mumbai Crime Branch has reached Surat to search for the gun which the accused used in firing at actor's house. During interrogation, the accused told the Crime Branch that after committing the crime, they had thrown the gun into the Tapi River of Surat. The two men, who came on a motorbike, fired four rounds outside the Galaxy Apartments, where the actor resides, around 5 am on the morning of April 14 and fled. CCTV footage showed that both accused sported caps and carried backpacks.

Byju’s founder secures private debt to meet employee salaries amid financial strains, NLCT dispute, says report

With this the edtech unicorn has now disbursed partial salaries for both February and March to employees after previous delays

Hip-hop artist Chris King tragically killed in Nashville, mourned by Justin Bieber, Trippie Redd, Machine Gun Kelly & many others

Renowned rapper Chris King, founder of Snotty Nose Records and close friend of Trippie Redd and Justin Bieber, tragically loses his life in a fatal shooting in Nashville. The incident occurred during a robbery attempt in the early hours of Saturday morning, leaving the music community in shock and mourning. Tributes pour in on social media from friends and collaborators, highlighting King's impact on their lives and careers.

Infosys shares worth Rs 44 lakh! Home Minister Amit Shah to make THIS amount from Rs 28 dividend

Amit Shah Infosys Dividend 2024: Home Minister Amit Shah has also invested in IT major Infosys, owning 2970 equity shares of the company. As of April 15, 2024, Shah’s holding in Infosys is worth Rs 43.6 lakh. Recently, the company declared its quarterly earnings for the January-March 2024 quarter and announced its highest-ever dividend payout.

Man Breaks Into Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’s Home, Arrested

Police in Los Angeles arrested a suspect following a break-in at the home of Mayor Karen Bass early Sunday, officials said.The suspect was arrested shortly after smashing a window to get inside of Getty House while it was occupied, the Los Angeles Police Department said in a statement on social media. The home is the mayor’s official residence, on Irving Boulevard west of downtown.“Mayor Bass and her family were not injured and are safe,” her...

OTT releases this week on Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar

If you're anticipating watching movies and web series online, be sure to peruse the list of new releases on OTT platforms this week.

Gaza War: After Israel Intel chief quits, central command chief announces resignation

The Israel military is in a fix over failure to stop Hamas in Gaza Strip. Another top military officer Major-General Yehuda Fox is planning to resign in August, as per Israel public broadcaster KAN. As per Israeli media, this is second such resignation by military commanders. Though the exact reason behind Fox’s planned resignation is not known yet. Hours earlier, Major-General Aharon Haliva, head of the Israeli army’s Military Intelligence Directorate, resigned over his failure to predict the Hamas attack.Gaza War: After Israel Intel chief quits, central command chief announces resignation

Asia worst hit by disasters in 2023, 79 extreme weather events killed over 2,000: WMO report

The World Meteorological Organization s State of the Climate in Asia 2023 report notes that Asia has warmed faster than the global average and the warming trend has nearly doubled since the 1961-1990 period.

Trump called H-1B very bad for US, now his company applies for it

Former US President Donald Trump's social media company, Truth Social, filed an application for an H-1B visa for a worker. This despite Trump criticising the H-1B visa programme as "very bad" for Americans.

Russia cuts oil price forecast to $65/barrel

Russia has faced myriad sanctions from the West over the conflict in Ukraine, including restrictions on Russian oil purchases as well as a price cap of $60 per barrel. The downward revision is likely to put more pressure on Russia's budget, which saw a shortfall of $6.56 billion, or 0.3% of gross domestic product, in the first quarter.

How are new Covid variants generated? Hidden mechanism revealed

Scientists have now developed a new technology that has uncovered the underlying mechanism that has enabled them to calculate SARS-CoV-2's mutation rate.

Meta official gets 6-year jail in absentia by Russia for ‘terrorism’. 5 things to know about Andy Stone

The charges against Meta communications director Andy Stone stem from his remarks in 2022 following Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24 that year

Malaysian helicopter crash: 10 killed during naval parade rehearsal

Two Malaysian navy helicopters collided mid-air during a rehearsal for a naval parade on Tuesday, killing all 10 crew members aboard, the navy said in a statement. (Image: Reuters) The incident occurred at the Lumut naval base in the western state of Perak at 9.32 a.m. on Tuesday morning (0132 GMT), the navy said. (Image: Reuters) "All victims were confirmed dead at the scene and sent to the Lumut naval base military hospital for identification," the navy said. (Image: Reuters) A video circulating on local media showed several helicopters flying in formation, when one of the choppers' rotor clipped another before both aircraft crashed into the ground. Local police confirmed the footage was genuine. (Image: Reuters) The navy said it would carry out an investigation into the cause of the accident. Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the aircraft - a maritime operations helicopter and a Fennec military chopper - were rehearsing for a parade celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Royal Malaysian Navy, due to be held on Saturday. Efforts were underway to verify the identities of the crew members killed, all of whom were below the age of 40, Mohamed Khaled told reporters.