Indian chess Grandmaster R Vaishali aims for consistent performances and a spot in the Candidates Tournament this year. After becoming India's third female Grandmaster, she played a pivotal role in India's Chess Olympiad win and clinched bronze at the World Blitz Championship. Vaishali seeks to build on her experiences and improve her rankings in future tournaments.
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Prime Minister Modi's visit to the ITER site in France highlights India's significant role in developing clean nuclear fusion energy. The trip underscores India's ambitious nuclear energy goals and investments in related sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and defense.
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