Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa's victory in the Tata Steel Masters highlights his exceptional talent. Grandmaster Wei Yi, impressed by the Indian prodigy, prepares to compete in the Norway Chess 2025 against top players like Magnus Carlsen. Wei emphasizes the need for greater support for chess in China and shares his strategies for upcoming tournaments.
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The US Supreme Court has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 2008 Mumbai attacks, to India. Rana's lawyer argued against his extradition based on the interpretation of 'offense' in the US-India extradition treaty. However, the US Government supported India's request, and the Ninth Circuit also ruled that the treaty permits Rana's extradition.
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Central government employees who donate organs are now entitled to 42 days special casual leave to recover from the surgery and post-hospitalisation. The leave can be availed in one stretch starting from hospital admission, and in some cases, up to a week before surgery upon recommendation by a registered medical practitioner.
A tragic boat collision near Mumbai claimed 13 lives and injured several others on Wednesday. A Navy vessel collided with a passenger ferry, leading to a major rescue operation. Prime Minister Modi and President Murmu expressed condolences and announced financial aid for the victims' families. Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis also announced compensation and a joint investigation into the incident.
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