18-year-old Indian chess prodigy Gukesh D. defeated Ding Liren to become the World Chess Champion. He achieved this historic feat in Singapore, becoming the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to claim the title. Even Elon Musk congratulated Gukesh on his victory. Gukesh called it the "best moment of his life.
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MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina's heartfelt reunion during the CSK vs RCB match delighted fans, while Dhoni became CSK's highest run-scorer, overtaking Raina's record. Despite Dhoni's efforts, CSK fell short of RCB's score, ending RCB's 17-year winless streak at Chepauk. The emotional evening also saw a warm moment between Virat Kohli and Raina.
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on Saturday got engaged to Venkata Datta Sai in a private ceremony. The couple will wed on December 22nd in Udaipur, followed by a Hyderabad reception on December 24th. Sindhu has five world championship medals, including a gold in 2019, besides her silver and bronze at the Olympic Games.
Gyalo Thondup, the Dalai Lama's elder brother, set up a noodle-making factory, Trans Himalaya, in Kalimpong in the late 1960s. His authentic Tibetan thukpa became a staple and was exported widely. Thondup's legacy continues through the local noodle businesses and his efforts for Tibet's freedom are remembered by the community.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's film 'Sikandar,' starring Rashmika Mandanna, opened to mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office. Despite the Eid holiday, early online leaks affected its performance, resulting in a total collection of Rs. 74.5 crore in three days. 'Sikandar' failed to surpass Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' at the box office.
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal announced a life insurance scheme of ₹10 lakh for auto drivers, along with other benefits like accident insurance, marriage assistance for daughters, uniform allowance, and coaching for children. This comes as part of AAP's campaign for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, aiming for a third term.
Eight blackbucks in Kevadiya safari were killed by a leopard despite safety measures. The leopard attacked one blackbuck, causing panic that led to the death of seven others due to shock. Guards responded quickly, causing the leopard to flee. The incident is under investigation, and the fencing around the safari is being scrutinized for security.
A BBC documentary, "Children of the Bombs," exposes the devastating impact of crude bombs in West Bengal politics. Since 1996, at least 565 children have been killed or injured, often mistaking bombs for toys. The film features heartbreaking accounts from survivors like Puchi and Poulami, who lost limbs in explosions.
Home Minister Amit Shah prioritises 100% renewable energy in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep using solar panels and windmills. He reviews progress, stressing the need for a holistic approach to infrastructure projects, highlighting the focus on tourism and trade while preserving cultural heritage.
TMC leaders in Murshidabad deny reports of vandalism, claiming displaced families willingly returned home after fleeing out of fear following violence linked to protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.