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D Gukesh: Youngest-Ever Contender At World Chess Championship April 22, 2024 15:58

D Gukesh: Youngest-Ever Contender At World Chess Championship:- In Toronto, a significant moment in history occurred on Monday as D Gukesh claimed victory in the FIDE Candidates Chess Tournament 2024, making him the champion. At just 17 years old, he follows in the footsteps of the renowned Viswanathan Anand as the second Indian player to achieve this honor. Gukesh's triumph also marks him as the youngest competitor to reach the final of the World Championship, where he will face off against China's Ding Liren. Employing the black pieces, Gukesh skillfully secured a draw against his opponent Hikaru Nakamura, ultimately securing his win. With a total of 9/14 points, Gukesh secured the first-place position. The tension was palpable throughout the day, as the outcome hung in the balance. A pivotal moment occurred when Fabiano Caruana and Ian Nepomniachtchi engaged in a grueling 109-move battle, resulting in a tie. This turn of events solidified Gukesh's victory, despite the brief period where it seemed Caruana's mistake would lead to a draw with Nepomniachtchi. However, fate intervened, and the tables turned, leading to a tie in the Nepo vs. Caruana match. During the FIDE Candidates' tournament, Hikaru Nakamura's match took an unexpected turn, providing a glimmer of hope for Gukesh's historic quest. A critical mistake made by Fabiano Caruana in his game against lan Nepomniachtchi altered the game's course and opened up an opportunity for a draw. Gukesh, hailing from Chennai, has achieved numerous milestones in his short career. At the age of 12 years, seven months, and 17 days, he became India's youngest grandmaster. After 26 years, he surpassed Anand to become India's top-ranked player. Gukesh's training primarily focused on playing with a coach rather than relying on chess engines. This approach, according to Viswanathan Anand, is a minority but beneficial one. Anand believes that players should concentrate on their playing skills, while trainers can provide valuable insights after utilizing chess engines. Chess has been Gukesh's lifelong passion, and nothing has stood in his way of pursuing this board game.

Chandrababu Naidu declares Rs 931 Cr assets April 20, 2024 11:04

Chandrababu Naidu declares Rs 931 Cr assets:- Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader N Chandrababu Naidu, along with his wife Nara Bhuvaneswari, now possess a remarkable total of Rs 931 crore in combined assets. This represents a significant 39 percent increase since the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. The majority of their assets have grown through Bhuvaneswari's significant investments in companies such as Heritage Foods and Nirvana Holdings. Additionally, Bhuvaneswari owns precious metals, including gold, diamonds, and silver, valued at Rs 3 crore. The couple's properties are spread across Hyderabad, Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, indicating a diverse portfolio. Despite their financial growth, Naidu is currently facing 24 criminal cases, including allegations related to the Amaravati land scam, fibernet scam, and skill development scam. However, this has not deterred their involvement in politics. As a sign of their continued engagement, Bhuvaneswari has submitted her husband's nomination for the Kuppam Assembly constituency. In the 2019 Andhra Pradesh Assembly polls, Naidu emerged victorious in the Kuppam seat, receiving 1,00,146 votes, while the YSRCP's Krishna Chandra Mouli came in second with 69,424 votes. "If the TDP forms the government in the state after the simultaneous Assembly and Lok Sabha polls on May 13, we promise to offer liquor at reduced prices," Chandrababu Naidu stated during a campaign rally in Kuppam. The BJP-TDP-Jana Sena Party has reached a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming elections in Andhra Pradesh. The BJP will be contesting in six Lok Sabha and ten Assembly seats, while the TDP has been allotted 17 Lok Sabha and 144 Assembly seats. The Jana Sena Party will be contesting in two Lok Sabha and 21 Assembly constituencies.

Telangana Health Department issues heatwave advisory April 20, 2024 10:44

Telangana Health Department issues heatwave advisory:- The State health department is advising the general public to exercise utmost caution and take necessary measures to protect themselves from the ongoing heatwave in Hyderabad and other districts. To ensure preparedness, extensive arrangements have been made, including the provision of special beds, I.V fluids, essential medications at public health facilities, and availability of ORS sachets with ANMs / ASHAs / Anganwadi workers to address any emergencies, according to Dr B Ravinder Nayak, Director of Public Health (DPH). It is crucial for vulnerable individuals such as infants, young children, pregnant women, people working outdoors, and those with mental or physical health conditions, particularly heart disease or high blood pressure, to exercise extreme caution. Actions to be taken: - Stay hydrated: Drink an adequate amount of water regularly, even if not feeling thirsty. - Consume Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), lemon water, butter milk / lassi with added salts, fruit juices, etc. - Carry water while traveling. - Include seasonal fruits and vegetables with high water content, such as watermelon, muskmelon, orange, grapes, pineapple, cucumber, lettuce, or other locally available options, in your diet. - Dress appropriately: Wear loose, lightweight cotton clothing in light colors. - Protect your head: Use an umbrella, hat, cap, towel, or traditional headgear when exposed to direct sunlight. - Wear shoes or sandals when going out in the sun. During the daytime, it is advisable to keep your curtains closed, particularly on the sunny side of your house. However, you should open them at night to allow cooler air to enter. When venturing outside, it is best to limit your outdoor activities to the cooler parts of the day, such as the morning and evening. It is advised to avoid being in direct sunlight between 12 noon and 3 pm, as well as engaging in strenuous activities during the afternoon. Additionally, it is advisable not to go outside barefoot and to avoid cooking during the hottest hours of the summer.

TDP to change candidates in four constituencies? April 19, 2024 18:51

TDP to change candidates in four constituencies?:- During a meeting at the party's central office, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) made some alterations to their previous assembly candidates. Party leader Chandrababu Naidu revealed that sitting MP RRR from Narasapuram will now be running as a TDP candidate for the assembly seat in the same district. Initially, Naidu had planned to assign the Narasapuram MP seat to Raghuram, but the BJP leadership disagreed as the seat was given to BJP in the alliance. As a result, TDP provided the B-Form to their candidate Srinivasa Verma. In response, Naidu decided to field Raghuram for the assembly seat. TDP had previously announced sitting MLA Manthena Ramaraj as their candidate in Narasapuram. Naidu instructed party leaders to discourage him from running and appointed Rama Raju as the district president of the party to facilitate this transition. Additionally, TDP replaced their candidate in Madugu, Anakapalli district. Initially, NRI Paila Prasada Rao was announced as the candidate, but reports indicated that he was not effectively campaigning. As a result, senior March leader and former minister Bandaru Satyanarayanamurthy was appointed as the new candidate. MS Raju, the state president of the party's Dalit wing from Anantapur district, has been chosen to run for the seat previously held by former MLC Thippeswamy's faction, despite facing strong opposition. Jayachandra Reddy, the Tamballapalle candidate, is also expected to be replaced due to a lackluster campaign and alleged ties to rival groups. Several individuals, including Sarala Reddy, the wife of former Madanapalle MLA Dommalapati Ramesh, former MLA Shankar Yadav, and Konda Narendra, a high-ranking executive at a multinational chip manufacturing company, are being considered as potential replacements. The TDP leadership is also contemplating changes in 3-4 other seats, such as Kamalapuram in Kadapa district and Venkatagiri in Tirupati district. Although initial tickets were given to the children of party in-charges in these areas, there are now suggestions to revert back to their fathers' candidacies. TDP sources have indicated that any additional changes will be announced by Saturday.

KCR responds about Kavitha's arrest for the first time April 19, 2024 18:33

KCR responds about Kavitha's arrest for the first time:- A month after K Kavitha, daughter of KCR, was arrested in the Delhi Liquor Policy case, KCR has finally addressed the issue publicly. In his first response, KCR shared some interesting perspectives. According to KCR, the Delhi Liquor case is merely a politically motivated move by the BJP to exert pressure on their opponents. Regarding Kavitha's arrest, KCR stated that it was a retaliatory action by the BJP after the BRS government attempted to arrest their leader, BL Santosh, for attempting to bribe and influence BRS MLAs. KCR criticized Modi, labeling him as a cowardly politician who tried to entice BRS MLAs when his party had a majority in the assembly with 111 seats. He expressed concern that Modi would now seek to dismantle the Congress government in Telangana. KCR also mentioned that CM Revanth Reddy may have intentions of joining the BJP, but lacks the support of Congress MLAs to become an Eknath Shinde. Additionally, KCR claimed that 20 Congress MLAs are in contact with BRS. (Video Source: ABN Telugu)

Court orders no discussion about YS Vivekananda Reddy's Death Case April 19, 2024 18:14

Court orders no discussion about YS Vivekananda Reddy's Death Case:- The murder of YS Vivekananda Reddy, which occurred six years ago, continues to be a prominent subject of discussion leading up to the 2024 Andhra Pradesh elections. YS Sharmila, Sunitha, and others have been targeting YS Jagan and Avinash Reddy by bringing up the topic of Vivekananda Reddy's murder, causing trouble for the top leadership of the YCP. However, a surprising ruling from the Kadapa court today has explicitly stated that the murder of Vivekananda Reddy should not be discussed in public forums. The court has specifically notified Sharmila, Sunitha, Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, Nara Lokesh, and Purandeshwari that they are not allowed to speak about the murder. Essentially, all opposition leaders in Andhra Pradesh have been instructed to avoid addressing this matter. It is important to note that the murder case is still being investigated in court, with the CBI looking into the facts surrounding it. Despite this ongoing investigation, the opposition leaders have been addressing the topic in their campaigns due to its relevance and its connection to the current YSR Congress government and its leader, YS Jagan. The court order comes at a time when the opposition leaders have been criticizing Jagan. Opposition leaders cannot exploit the issue of Vivekananda Reddy's murder anymore, as the Kadapa court has issued a new order. This is a result of their failure to assist the family during their time of crisis and their decision to shelter the killers instead.

ED attaches the properties of Shilpa Shetty April 19, 2024 16:05

ED attaches the properties of Shilpa Shetty:- The Enforcement Directorate (ED) of Mumbai has seized immovable and movable properties worth Rs 2 million. 9,779 million is vested in Raj Kundra under the provisions of PMLA 2002. The attached properties include a residential flat in Juhu, currently in the name of actor Shilpa Shetty, a bungalow in Pune and shares in the name of Raj Kundra. The investigating agency claimed that the attached assets purchased by Kundra were points of contact (POC) in the virtual currency case being investigated by the ED. The money laundering case has been investigated by the Maharashtra Police and the Delhi Police against a company called Variable Tech Pte Ltd, the late Amit Bhardwaj, Ajay Bhardwaj, Vivek Bhardwaj, Simpi Bhardwaj, Mahender Bhardwaj and It stems from an FIR lodged against a number of agents allegedly involved in money laundering. Money laundering involved collecting huge sums of money (equivalent to Rs 6.6 billion in 2017) in the form of Bitcoin from gullible citizens with false promises of 10 percent monthly returns in the form of Bitcoin. Investigators alleged that the organizers deceived investors and hid the fraudulently obtained Bitcoins in obscure online wallets. According to the ED, Kundra received 285 Bitcoins from Gain Bitcoin Ponzi mastermind and promoter Amit Bhardwaj for starting a Bitcoin mining farm in Ukraine. According to the ED, Kundra still holds 285 Bitcoins, which are currently worth over Rs 150 million.

Pushpa: The Rule's Digital Deal is a Record April 19, 2024 15:55

Pushpa: The Rule's Digital Deal is a Record:- North India distribution rights for Sukumar's Pushpa 2 have been pre-acquired by Anil Thadani for a record price of Rs 200 crore. The movie 'Allu Arjun' has become a pop culture phenomenon among movie buffs and from satellite to digital to distribution, there has been an unprecedented demand for the film in the film industry, resulting in unprecedented records. . The digital rights for 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' will be sold to Netflix for a jaw-dropping base price of Rs 250 million and could go up to Rs 300 million, according to people close to the development. “This is a record deal in all languages, breaking the previous record by around Rs 100 crore. 'Pushpa 2' is one of the most anticipated pan-Indian films after 'Baahubali 2' and 'KGF 2' and all parties involved are confident that the content will create buzz on the respective platforms ' said a source. officials also added that the contract will vary depending on box office performance. "The new approach is to set a base price and increase the price depending on the box office collection. The base price of the 'Allu Arjun' movie is Rs 250 million and the kicker is Rs 300 million," the source said. The story concluded. The previous record holder for digital rights sales is SS Rajamouli who ordered RRR for his Rs 170 million. Directed by Sukumar, 'Pushpa 2' is scheduled to release on August 15, 2024. The makers have announced the date when Allu Arjun will be seen as his Pushpa and are gearing up to release more assets in the coming months. Pushpa's first film grossed Rs 125 crore in Hindi amid the coronavirus pandemic and the sequel is expected to break box office records. The film is his DSP musical and also stars Rashmika Mandana and Fahadh Faasil. Shooting is currently underway and the makers are aiming to complete Pushpa 2 by the end of May.

GHMC asks all Meat shops to be closed on this Sunday April 18, 2024 20:53

GHMC asks all Meat shops to be closed on this Sunday:- On April 21, the Hyderabad Municipal Corporation and Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) will enforce the closure of all retail meat and beef stores, as well as sheep, goat, and cattle slaughterhouses, in observance of Mahavir Jayanti. GHMC Commissioner Ronald Rose has issued a circular instructing officers to enforce this directive within their respective jurisdictions. Mahavir Jayanti holds great significance in Jainism as it commemorates the birth of Mahavira. In light of this celebration, all meat and beef establishments, including cattle slaughterhouses, in Hyderabad will remain closed on Sunday. his auspicious Jain holiday, Mahavir Jayanti, takes place every April and marks the birth of the 24th and final Tirthankara of the Jain religion. Jainism, one of the prominent religions in India, places a strong emphasis on promoting global peace and harmony without causing harm to any living being. Jains worldwide observe Mahavir Jayanti as one of their major holidays. To learn more about this significant occasion, continue reading to find answers to commonly asked questions. Lord Mahavir, the revered figure, was born to King Siddhartha and Queen Trishala of the former Vaishali kingdom. The exact date of Lord Mahavir's birth remains unknown. However, Digambar Jains believe he was born in 615 BC, while Shwetambar Jains believe he was born in 599 BC.

Kejriwal eating mangoes to raise sugar levels says ED April 18, 2024 20:49

Kejriwal eating mangoes to raise sugar levels says ED:- Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, who is currently incarcerated in Tihar jail for his alleged involvement in an excise policy case, has been accused by the Enforcement Directorate of purposely consuming mangoes and other foods in order to raise his blood sugar levels. The agency claims that he is doing this as a ploy to secure bail on medical grounds. During a hearing in front of Special Judge Kaveri Baweja, Kejriwal requested regular medical check-ups and online consultations with doctors. The prosecution argued that Kejriwal, who has diabetes, was intentionally consuming sugary foods to manipulate his sugar levels. However, Kejriwal's lawyer, Vivek Jain, defended his client, stating that the diet was recommended by his doctor. The court has scheduled another hearing for Friday and has requested a medical status report from Tihar Jail authorities. He was imprisoned on April 1, following the decision of Special Judge Kaveri Baweja to detain him until April 15, which was in response to the abandoned Delhi excise policy. The ED claimed in its previous request for custody that the AAP's campaign for the Goa Assembly elections had been financed with kickbacks obtained from modifications to the Delhi excise policy. The agency referred to Kejriwal as the main instigator and central figure in the alleged scandal.