New York: India's R Vaishali clinched a bronze in the women's section of the World Blitz Championship, capping another strong performance by the country's chess players after stalwart Koneru Humpy's title-winning show in the rapid event in New York. In a dominant display by Chinese opponents, world number one Magnus

In a shocking turn of events, World No 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen and Russian grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi have shared the 2024 FIDE Blitz Championship title after three consecutive draws in sudden death. However, their joint victory has been marred by controversy as a video appears to show the two

Mumbai, December 30, 2024 - In a move aimed at taking Indian cinema and content global, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will host the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit or WAVES for the first time from February next year. The initiative is part of the 'Create in India'

Mumbai, January 2 - Business tycoon Gautam Adani has expressed his admiration for World Chess Champion DGukesh, calling him a "prodigy" and praising his parents for their quiet sacrifices that have led to his success. In a post on social media platform X, Adani shared his thoughts on meeting the

Mumbai, India and Sydney, Australia - December 31, 2024 - The world bid farewell to the year 2024 as cities across the globe came together to usher in the new year 2025 with vibrant fireworks displays. Despite some restrictions imposed due to global health issues, the spirit of celebration and

London, UK - January 1, 2025 The United Kingdom marked the arrival of 2025 with a spectacular fireworks display that lit up the night sky in a dazzling array of colours and patterns. The event was attended by thousands of people who gathered across the country to ring in the

New Delhi: Indian International Master R Vaishali secured a bronze medal in the women's section of the World Blitz Championship, capping off an impressive performance by the country's chess players. Vaishali defeated Chinese opponent Zhu Jiner 2.5-1.5 in the quarter-finals before losing to fellow Chinese player Ju Wenjun

New Delhi, NY: In a shocking turn of events, World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and Russian challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi decided to share the coveted 2024 World Blitz Championship title. This unprecedented decision followed an intense and closely fought series of games that pushed both players' resilience and mastery under extreme

The year 2024 was marred by a string of devastating aviation disasters that left hundreds of people dead and sparked renewed questions about air travel safety standards. Two of the deadliest aircraft crashes occurred in December, in Azerbaijan and South Korea, leaving nearly 220 passengers dead. South Korean plane crash

MELBOURNE (December 31, 2024): The Australian men's cricket team, led by Pat Cummins, is on the cusp of securing its spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final, set to take place at Lord's from June 11 to 15 next year. Currently ranked second in the WTC 2023-25 points table

Allegedly, these uncharted nations are waiting to be discovered by travelers eager to uncover their secrets. These countries have rich histories, unique cultures, and breathtaking landscapes that provide a wealth of experiences for those interested in stepping out of their comfort zones. In this article, we delve into the fascinating

In a thrilling development to the ongoing FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship, the top eight players from the tournament have qualified for the knockout stage, with reigning blitz world champion Magnus Carlsen set to face American grandmaster Hans Moke Niemann in the main event. The six strongmen who failed to

In a significant turn of events, Bitcoin's year-end surge lost steam on Monday, closing at $94,000 after US markets wrapped up at 4 p.m. ET. The cryptocurrency had hit $106,000 earlier this month amid optimism about the incoming administration's pro-crypto stance. Meanwhile, Wall Street is grappling with

BRASÍLIA, BRAZIL - In a developing story, the Brazilian Air Force has confirmed that it will be analyzing data from a recent plane crash that occurred in Kazakhstan, resulting in the loss of multiple lives. According to reports, the plane, operated by Karaganda Airways, was traveling from Samarkand in Uzbekistan

Washington D.C., [Date] - The world mourns the loss of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, who passed away on [Date], aged 100. Carter was remembered as a statesman, humanitarian, and champion of human rights by world leaders and fellow Americans. In a statement released by

Christchurch: New Zealand's bid to claim a potential second World Test Championship title has taken a severe hit following a loss to Ben Stokes' England in the first Test at Christchurch. The Black Caps had bolstered their hopes after India stunned Sri Lanka with a historic series sweep, but their

The third day of the 2024 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship witnessed a dramatic finale in both the Open and Women's competitions, crowned with notable victories by 18-year-old Volodar Murzin in the men's event and top-rated Indian female chess player Koneru Humpy securing her second World Rapid Championship title. Murzinz'

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - The World Health Organization (WHO), an international health agency that operates under the United Nations, has announced its upcoming internship opportunities for students from around the world. The WHO Internship Programme is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in various areas of public health, including human

Melbourne, December 22 - Cricket Australia has confirmed that Josh Inglis will miss the upcoming fifth test match against India in Sydney due to injury. The Australian opener sustained a low-grade calf strain while fielding on day two of the fourth test match. According to a statement from Cricket Australia,

Koneru Humpy, India's chess sensation, has done the country proud once again by winning the World Rapid Chess Championship with a dominant performance. Defeating Indonesia's Irene Sukandar in the final, Humpy secured her second world title in the rapid format, cementing her position as one of the top players in

Businessman and social media personality Anand Mahindra took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to celebrate the win of Indian chess player Humpy Koneru in her second World Rapid Chess Championship title. Calling her "an Indian Queen", Mahindra praised Koneru for making India proud with her victory. Koneru, a 37-year-old

In a shocking turn of events that has sent shockwaves across the globe, Russia announced early on December 28, 2024, that it will be declaring airspace off-limits to all foreign aircraft, including those carrying festive holiday travelers. According to reports received by Alayaran.com, a viral video has surfaced showing

According to the report, scientists found that the average number of days with extreme heat around the world increased by 41 days in 2024 compared to previous years. This may be attributed to climate change, which is causing rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves. The article does not provide any

Al Jazeera can confirm that Google has broken down the top trends and most searched terms on Google in 2024, revealing insights into global curiosity and interests. The company releases an annual Year in Search report, which highlights the year's most searched news events, individuals, movies, songs, games, and food

The 2024 World Rapid and Blitz Championships were marred by controversy on Saturday as Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen was disqualified from participating in both events after violating the FIDE dress code. Carlsen, widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players of all time, was fined $200 for wearing