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India’s 20-year-old chess GM Pranav crowned World Jr Blitz champion

Indian Grandmaster Pranav Venkatesh won the Open title at the FIDE World Junior Blitz Championship in Al Ain, UAE, scoring 10.5 points from 13 rounds. The 20-year-old finished a point clear of his closest rivals, adding blitz gold to the rapid silver he won earlier. India’s Aamuktha Guntaka finished fifth in the Girls section, while

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PM Modi’s Sule message; ‘tussle’ in NCP: Is Maha politics heading for another churn?

Internal conflicts within the Pawar clan has once again put the party at a crossroads. A meeting of senior NCP leaders with Union home minister Amit Shah amid reports of discontent within the party has fuelled speculations. NCP chief Sunetra Pawar has convened meetings to address unity concerns after Ajit Pawar’s death. Rohit Pawar has

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3M agrees to pay up to $7.35bn to settle PFAS claims involving 120,000 people

In a landmark decision, 3M has agreed to a $7.35 billion resolution for personal injury claims linked to PFAS exposure. This crucial settlement is designed to aid individuals asserting health damages from polluted water and products. The claims process is set up to fairly assess and settle cases expeditiously, with around 120,000 potential beneficiaries meeting

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s meteoric rise continues as Bihar hand him captaincy at 15

At just 15 years old, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named the captain of the senior cricket team for Bihar. The Bihar Cricket Association revealed the squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, featuring 17 players, with Suraj Kashyap as vice-captain. The team’s journey kicks off on November 14, following Sooryavanshi’s standout performances in both the

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Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky on how Steve Jobs inspired him when company nearly shut down

As the CEO of Airbnb, Brian Chesky confronted an unprecedented crisis when the pandemic struck the travel sector hard. Drawing inspiration from Steve Jobs, he adopted a hands-on leadership approach, reducing management levels to enhance agility. Jony Ive’s insights proved invaluable in steering the company. These strategic shifts ultimately propelled Airbnb to flourish, culminating in

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Nasa unveils X-70 Fractal, a flying lab to test future aircraft technology

Nasa has unveiled the X-70 Fractal, a cutting-edge experimental aircraft designed to test innovative flight-control technologies. This aircraft is set to revolutionize aircraft maneuverability while enhancing performance, capable of carrying a 2,000-pound payload. With its maiden flight anticipated in the next two years, Nasa aims to assess new aviation concepts under real-world conditions, thereby improving

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Elon Musk: Tesla to end Texas Cybertruck production to make way for Cybercab

Elon Musk announced that Tesla will reduce Cybertruck production around mid-2027 to increase Cybercab output. Sales of the Cybertruck have been significantly below initial forecasts, prompting this decision. The Cybertruck faced multiple recalls and price adjustments since its launch in late 2023. Regulatory scrutiny is ongoing for the Cybercab, Tesla’s centerpiece in its autonomous vehicle

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When Air Canada jet ran out of fuel at 41,000 feet in 1983: How all 69 survived

On July 23, 1983, an Air Canada Boeing 767 experienced a loss of engine power while traversing over Manitoba. With 61 passengers and 8 crew aboard, a serious fuel miscalculation by ground staff resulted in a 45 percent shortage. Remarkably, the pilots managed to glide the aircraft and executed an emergency landing on an old

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