Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a Rs5 crore cash prize for 18-year-old Indian Grand Master D Gukesh, who became the youngest-ever world chess champion after defeating Ding Liren. Gukesh secured victory in the 14th game, achieving the required 7.5 points. He is the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to win the global title.
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Mukesh Chandrakar, a prominent Bastar journalist, was murdered and his body was found in a septic tank in Bijapur district. Known for his reports on local issues, Mukesh had recently exposed a road construction scam. His murder is suspected to be linked to this report. Authorities are investigating a local contractor in connection to the crime.
A Delta Air Lines flight 1213, bound for an undisclosed location, experienced an engine fire at Orlando International Airport before takeoff on Monday. Prompt evacuation of all 282 passengers, 10 flight attendants, and two pilots was conducted with no reported injuries. Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting team responded swiftly.
Early Sunday, Chicago witnessed a series of immigration raids led by federal agents targeting undocumented immigrants, resulting in 956 arrests nationwide. This operation, live-streamed by Trump border czar Tom Homan, underscores the administration's escalated deportation agenda, impacting mixed-status families and visa holders, especially in the Indian community, causing widespread fear and uncertainty.
Rajat Dalal has defended Samay Raina amidst an FIR against him and Ranveer Allahbadia for their controversial comments. Dalal urged caution in content creation, emphasizing societal impact. He questioned the culture of banning individuals for mistakes, advocating for accountability and learning from errors.
India's chief negotiator Rajesh Agrawal will visit Washington DC next week to meet with US counterparts, paving the way for initial discussions on a proposed bilateral trade agreement. This visit aims to resolve outstanding issues before the formal trade talks commence.
Delhi's IGIA faced significant disruptions as over 350 flights were delayed due to ongoing air traffic congestion, impacting operations for a second consecutive day. Passengers experienced long queues and crowded terminals. While flight operations are improving, residual effects from adverse weather conditions persist. IndiGo confirmed that flights are being held due to congestion, affecting its network.
J&K's National Conference government has announced a magisterial probe into the deaths of two Gujjar brothers found in Kulgam after a month-long disappearance. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary stated the government would seek a judicial inquiry as requested by the families of the deceased.
An unknown illness has resulted in 53 deaths in Congo's Equateur province, with nearly half of the victims dying within hours. The cause and mode of transmission are still under investigation, with the WHO ruling out Ebola and exploring other potential sources such as zoonotic transmission and environmental factors.
Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' continues to dominate the box office, earning Rs 13.15 crore on Day 28. The cumulative earnings now stand at Rs 1184.65 crore. The Hindi version alone contributed Rs 9.5 crore on the fourth Wednesday, a significant milestone. The film received a 70.78% boost on New Year's Day, highlighting its widespread success.
The Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Halal Trust refuted the Centre's claim that it collects "lakhs of crores" through halal certification. The trust clarified that it never certified cement or iron bars and stated that their annual collection is around Rs 2.1 crore. Halal certification ensures products are free from animal components.