D Gukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion, defeated Magnus Carlsen at the Norway Chess tournament, earning praise from Anand Mahindra. Gukesh's composed victory contrasted with Carlsen's frustration, marking a milestone in his career with his first classical win against the world champion. He now stands third in the tournament, closely trailing Carlsen and Caruana.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi contrasted India's focus on development and poverty elimination with Pakistan's alleged enmity. He highlighted the success of 'Operation Sindoor' following the Pahalgam attack, emphasizing India's strong stance against terrorism. Modi also inaugurated development projects worth Rs 24,000 crore in Dahod, including a locomotive plant and new train services, marking a decade since he assumed office.
Indian astronaut-designate Shubhanshu Shukla and his three crewmates are entering quarantine as preparations intensify for the Axiom Mission-4 (Ax-4) launch, scheduled for June 8. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will carry the crew to the International Space Station for a 14-day mission focused on science, outreach, and commercial activities.
The sinking of the MSC ELSA 3 container ship off Kochi poses a significant ecological threat to marine and coastal ecosystems, particularly fisheries. Experts warn that leakage of hazardous cargo like calcium carbide and oil could smother sensitive marine species and disrupt fishing activities, especially during the crucial monsoon breeding season.
A tragic stampede at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed eleven lives and injured 75 during a celebration for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) anticipated IPL victory. Overcrowding near stadium entrances triggered panic, leading to the deadly rush. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene with collapsed barricades, police intervention, and desperate attempts to escape.
Megha Vemuri, MIT's Class of 2025 president, was banned from her graduation after delivering a pro-Palestine speech criticizing the university's ties with Israel. MIT cited disruption of an official event as the reason, leading to online backlash and Vemuri deleting her LinkedIn profile. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding campus activism and free speech related to the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Karun Nair's double century propelled India A to a formidable 557 against England Lions in their unofficial Test. In response, the Lions displayed resilience, reaching 237 for 2 at stumps on Day 2. Tom Haines led the charge with an unbeaten 103, supported by Max Holden's fluent 64, setting up an intriguing Day 3.
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Dodecanese Islands in Greece near the Turkish border, as reported by EMSC. Simultaneously, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake hit Marmaris, Turkey, injuring seven as residents fled, according to Governor Idris Akbiyik. Centered in the Mediterranean Sea, the quake was felt in Rhodes, Greece. Turkey, prone to earthquakes, experienced a devastating 7.
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