Rahul Gandhi acknowledged the bravery of porters at New Delhi Railway Station during last month's stampede and promised to fight for their rights. He highlighted their financial struggles and emphasized their role in assisting passengers, vowing to present their demands to the government.
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Indian chess gears up for a historic participation at the 87th Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands, from January 17 to February 2, 2025. Featuring five Indian Grandmasters for the first time, including the newly crowned World Chess champion D Gukesh, the tournament promises intense competition among top players.
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