Indian chess stars shone brightly at the European Club Cup 2025. SuperChess clinched the Open title with a flawless record, while Cercle d'échecs de Monte-Carlo dominated the Women's competition. World Champion Gukesh and GM Divya Deshmukh delivered stellar performances, securing individual accolades and highlighting India's growing chess prowess on the global stage.
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Jharkhand High Court's full bench issued a criminal contempt notice to advocate Mahesh Tewari for a heated exchange with Justice Rajesh Kumar. The advocate's statement, "The country is burning with the judiciary," aired live and went viral. Tewari must respond within three weeks, with the next hearing on November 11.
Political tensions escalated in Kashmir after the BJP secured a Rajya Sabha seat with support from legislators outside the party. While National Conference leadership denied cross-voting allegations, party president Farooq Abdullah revealed the BJP had approached them for a seat prior to the polls, a claim refuted by Sajad Lone.
A shocking incident unfolded in Sagar district where a 28-year-old man was brutally murdered and beheaded by his cousin and family. Suspecting an illicit affair, the attackers allegedly shot and then dismembered the victim. The victim's brother was also shot while attempting to intervene and is in critical condition.
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India gears up for Diwali on October 20, 2025, the festival of lights, with Lakshmi Puja being the evening's highlight. This year's auspicious timing, aligning with Kartik Amavasya, offers a specific window for the sacred ritual. The puja, from 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM, aims to invite prosperity and peace into homes, following traditional preparations and observances.
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