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Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa achieved a historic victory at Norway Chess 2026, becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious title. He secured the championship with a stunning comeback in the final round, defeating Vincent Keymer and benefiting from a draw between his rivals. World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen lauded Praggnanandhaa’s “clutch” performance under pressure.

In a significant escalation of the conflict, Russia boasts of successfully downing 339 Ukrainian drones over 13 regions in a mere 13 hours, even near Moscow, illustrating the fierce drone warfare at play. Tragically, the impact of Russian offensives continues to be felt in Ukraine, as recovery efforts in Zaporizhzhia uncover lost lives.

Brazil’s football icon Neymar, their all-time leading scorer, has hinted that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his final appearance. Despite a career marked by brilliance and injuries, the 34-year-old forward aims to lead a blend of seasoned and young talent in a quest for Brazil’s sixth title, ending a 24-year drought.

The US Navy’s formidable MH-53E Sea Dragon, a vital airborne mine countermeasures helicopter for nearly four decades, is nearing retirement. Its unique ability to clear naval mines from strategic waterways like the Strait of Hormuz is being replaced by newer, autonomous technologies. Despite its immense capability, the aging giant is making way for the future

Senior TMC MLA Madan Mitra faced protests in Ariadaha, with residents allegedly hurling eggs at his vehicle amid demands for repayment of “cut money.” This incident follows a pattern of public anger targeting TMC leaders post-election defeat, fueled by corruption allegations. Similar demonstrations have occurred across the state, reflecting widespread discontent.

Odisha Vigilance has unearthed assets worth crores, including over Rs 2.4 crore in cash, from an assistant executive engineer, Baikuntha Nath Behera. Raids across multiple locations revealed five high-rise buildings, 13 plots, gold ornaments, and significant bank deposits. The investigation into disproportionate assets is ongoing.

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh questioned selectors after Rajat Patidar’s omission from the T20I squad. Patidar had a stellar IPL 2026 season, scoring 501 runs at a strike rate of nearly 200, and previously led RCB to back-to-back titles. Harbhajan believes Patidar is the best middle-order batter in India.

Shaktimaan co-star Lalit Parimoo suggests Mukesh Khanna’s rejection of Ranveer Singh for the iconic role might be a publicity stunt. While praising Ranveer’s acting prowess, Parimoo expressed doubts about the film capturing the original show’s magic, emphasizing the need for high-tech production to meet modern superhero expectations. Official casting remains unconfirmed. Read on to know