World No.1 chess champion Magnus Carlsen exited the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York after a dress code violation in Round 9. Penalized for wearing jeans, Carlsen refused to comply, leading to his removal from that round. Carlsen expressed frustration with FIDE and announced his decision to skip the Blitz section.
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The 82nd Golden Globes celebrated Emilia Perez, a French narco-musical, which triumphed in multiple categories, including Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldana and Best Non-English Language Film. Demi Moore's performance in The Substance earned her Best Actress in a Comedy. With standout victories for films like The Brutalist and TV series ShÅgun, the event sets the stage for Oscars buzz.
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In J&K's Rajouri district, eight patients recovering from a mysterious illness remain hospitalized until the final lab report on ingested toxins is received. Treated with atropine, the patients showed unexpected recovery, and doctors are awaiting details on the toxin to ensure long-term protection. No new cases emerged in the past four days.
India is one step closer to finalizing 'Project-75 India' for acquiring six new diesel-electric submarines, as the defence ministry opens the commercial bid submitted by Mazagon Docks and German company ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems. The MDL-TKMS bid surpassed the Spanish rival's offer, with the German submarine demonstrating a functional air-independent propulsion system.
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The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board announced results for 60,244 constable posts, including significant representation from women and various reservation categories. This concluded the largest state police recruitment, beginning with 48 lakh applications. Following a probe and re-examination, final selections were based on written scores, document verification, and physical tests. Successful candidates will undergo medical checks and training.
Jasprit Bumrah's impressive five-wicket haul helped India contain Australia to 234 in the final day of the fourth Test at MCG, setting a challenging 340-run target. His dominance at this venue further highlights his exceptional performance in 2024, making him one of Test cricket's premier fast bowlers. With the series locked at 1-1, India secured a commanding 295-run victory in Perth, while Australia responded with a dominant 10-wicket win in Adelaide. ​​​The rain-affected third Test in... Expand