Hungarian-American GM Susan Polgar criticized Uzbekistan’s Nodirbek Yakubboev for refusing to shake hands with Indian GM R Vaishali at the 2025 Tata Steel Chess tournament, citing religious reasons. Polgar questioned his inconsistency with a past handshake and emphasised the need for players to inform officials or opponents about such decisions in advance.
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A debate about H-1B visas involving Indian immigrants divides Trump's supporters. While tech figures like Elon Musk support these visas, critics argue against them. Aravind Srinivas emphasizes that illegal immigration is the real concern and that H-1B visa holders aren't the ones causing job losses.
Opposition leaders criticized Prime Minister Modi over the US's 27 percent tariff on Indian goods. Rahul Gandhi and other MPs warned of severe impacts on industries like automobiles and pharmaceuticals. They urged the government to respond strongly, highlighting the economic risks and questioning Modi's handling of US relations.
SC has sought report from the Allahabad high court concerning a speech delivered by Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav at a VHP event. Justice Yadav endorsed the Uniform Civil Code, emphasising its potential to foster social harmony and equality. This follows previous controversial statements by the judge.
Aam Aadmi Party released a poster accusing various leaders of dishonesty, including PM Modi and Congress's Rahul Gandhi. This action has escalated tensions between AAP and Congress, with Congress leader Alka Lamba challenging AAP's commitment to the INDIA bloc. The situation reflects ongoing internal conflicts and power struggles within the opposition against the BJP.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that in cases where a marriage subsists and spouses have access to each other, the husband remains the legal father of a child born to his wife, even if he is not the biological parent. This judgment followed the case in Kerala involving a woman's child from an extramarital affair.
In response to attacks on Himachal Pradesh buses in Punjab, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri announced that the buses will not be parked overnight in Punjab until the AAP government ensures their safety. The vandalism involved smashing windshields and scribbling pro-Khalistan slogans. Measures are being taken to safeguard buses and passengers, including potentially suspending some routes.
KL Rahul is set to play for Karnataka in their last Ranji Trophy group stage match against Haryana. Karnataka have kept their qualification hopes alive after a thumping win over Punjab where they outclassed the visitors by an innings and 207 runs. Mayank Agarwal and Co. would now need a bonus point win over table toppers Haryana.
Sachin Tendulkar praised Nitish Kumar Reddy on his X account for his maiden century that helped India reach 358-9 on the third day of the fourth Test against Australia. Despite rainy conditions, 21-year-old Reddy, supported by Washington Sundar, showed composure and skill with 105 not out. His performance was crucial, reducing the deficit to 116 runs.