Koneru Humpy and Gukesh (Photo by Rafal Oleksiewicz and Michal Walusza from FIDE) NEW DELHI: On Friday, the Indian women’s team, defending champions and unbeaten so far in the tournament, was paired against Greece in Round 3 of the 2026 Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. On paper, this looked routine. India, the top seeds, were…
The teaser of Alpha, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, was unveiled on Wednesday and quickly became a talking point on social media. While many fans praised the action-packed glimpse into YRF’s first female-led spy thriller, others accused the makers of borrowing scenes and ideas from international films, including the French classic La Femme Nikita and…
The US is putting generic medicines on the tariff map, with duties set to rise to as much as 200% in the coming years to boost local manufacturing. But will the cure soothe the pain for American consumers—or inflame it further? Dr Reddy’s Laboratories said that higher import duties will likely push up medicine prices….
Expert says Travis Kelce’s game will get stability after marriage. (Image credits: Instagram) Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have dominated the headlines since their dynamic and flawless relationship began in 2023, especially after they tied the knot on July 3, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. With 1,100 guests, many updates about…
Nihal Sarin in GCL (Photo by GCL) BENGALURU: The ITC Windsor hotel, home to the six teams competing in the 2026 Global Chess League (GCL), sits at the heart of the city. Walk in after the security check at the gate, past doormen greeting you with folded hands, and a left turn down the hallway…
PV Sindhu vs Ayush Shetty (Photos by PTI) NEW DELHI: At 21, Ayush Shetty has already added multiple feathers to his cap. He won a bronze medal in the boys’ singles event at the 2023 World Junior Championships. Earlier this year, he became the first Indian men’s singles shuttler to win a silver medal at…
Actor Shiv Panditt is all set to make his comeback to Tamil cinema with ‘Sigma’, marking his return after a long gap. The actor, who made his Tamil debut with ‘Leelai’ in 2012, said the industry is close to his heart. Shiv Panditt is thrilled to reconnect with the Tamil audiences through a project that…
Motorcyclists ride past a billboard depicting US President Donald Trump inside a catering container in downtown Tehran, Iran Six months into the war between the US, Israel and Iran, some of the worst fears for the global economy have failed to materialise, despite the conflict driving up energy and food costs, disrupting travel and trade,…
Jonathan Taylor Thomas, celebrated for his iconic roles in The Lion King and Home Improvement, was born on September 8, 1981. His Birth Number, which is 8, signifies a strong alignment with ambition and responsibility, particularly in his career. Meanwhile, his Life Path Number 9 denotes a deeper calling for meaning and personal fulfillment, highlighting…
Arjun Erigaisi and Viswanathan Anand (Photo by ChessBase India) BENGALURU: It was a different day, a different set of fixtures and a different proposition for each team looking to seal a top-two berth. But what remained the same was Viswanathan Anand’s miserable run at the 2026 Global Chess League (GCL) on Wednesday at The Lalit…