In a landmark moment for Indian chess, R Praggnanandhaa has officially become the new India No. 1 in the live classical chess rankings, overtaking reigning world champion D Gukesh. The 19-year-old Grandmaster achieved this feat after clinching the UzChess Cup Masters 2025 title in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, with a live Elo rating of 2778.3, placing him…
India’s multi-layered missile defence network proved its mettle during Operation Sindoor, successfully neutralizing a barrage of Pakistani aerial threats while executing precision strikes on terror infrastructure. The operation, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, showcased the synergy of indigenous and imported systems like Akash, BrahMos, and S-400, reinforcing India’s strategic deterrence….
In a dramatic escalation of protest, nearly 100 pro-Palestinian activists stormed the premises of OIP Sensor Systems in Tournai, Belgium, on June 23, vandalizing military equipment intended for Ukraine. The targeted facility, a subsidiary of Israeli defense firm Elbit Systems, suffered damages estimated at €1 million, delaying critical deliveries to the Ukrainian military by at…
In what is being hailed as one of the most daring and precisely executed military operations in its history, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a surprise strike on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. The operation, carried out in mid-June 2025, was the culmination of months of deception, misinformation, and strategic planning, according to Israeli and…
In an unusual turn of events, a British Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet, stranded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport since June 14, is now facing parking charges after remaining grounded for nearly two weeks due to a hydraulic failure. The airport authorities have confirmed that a parking fee will be levied, marking a rare instance of…
Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy M36 5G in India, expanding its popular M-series lineup with a feature-rich mid-range smartphone that blends Galaxy AI tools, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a massive 5000mAh battery. Priced from ₹16,499 (with bank offers), the device will be available starting July 12 via Amazon, Samsung’s online store, and select…
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan made a dazzling County Championship debut for Nottinghamshire, not just with his bat but with a unique stance maneuvering technique that left bowlers and fans equally stunned. The viral video from the match against Yorkshire shows Kishan frequently switching his batting stance mid-delivery, a tactic that disrupted the bowlers’ rhythm and…
Actor Jitendra Kumar, best known as Sachiv Ji from the hit web series Panchayat, has carved a unique path from IIT Kharagpur to OTT stardom, earning ₹70,000 per episode and amassing a net worth of ₹7 crore. His inspiring journey from engineering classrooms to the heart of Indian households is a testament to following one’s…
The late actress Shefali Jariwala, forever remembered as the iconic Kaanta Laga girl, once made a bold career-defining choice that defied her father’s wishes and launched her into stardom. In a resurfaced 2020 interview, Shefali revealed how she was spotted outside her engineering college by director duo Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, who offered her…
The staggering cost of a single B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, pegged at ₹17,142 crore ($2 billion), has reignited global debate over defence spending and strategic value. The U.S.-made aircraft, recently deployed in a high-stakes strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, is not only the world’s most expensive jet but also a symbol of unmatched aerial dominance….
