Times of India

Sivanandan, who lives in the London suburb of Harrow, broke the 38-year-old record held by Hungarian chess legend Judit Polgar, widely regarded as the greatest female player in chess history, after winning her final-round game at the European Women’s Club Cup in Budva, Montenegro on Friday. Polgar had qualified at the age of 12 in 1988.

Farooq urged NC workers and legislators to remain loyal to the party, whether in power or not, as he touched on a range of issues in his speech. “Hold on to the truth. Speaking the truth is not easy, but unless you remain truthful and stand up for what is right, your future will never be secure,” the veteran said.

The dispute dates back to Sept 14, 1982, when Themu, daughter of late Sonu, filed a civil suit claiming half share in land measuring 58 kanals and 11 marlas left behind by her father. She challenged mutation no. 43 dated Oct 15, 1966, which had been entered exclusively in favour of one Shib Devi and sought declaration of her inheritance rights along with consequential possession.

J&K CM Omar Abdullah advised them against knocking on his doors or that of his father and National Conference president, Dr Farooq Abdullah, to lobby for ministerial positions. After meeting Sinha, Omar told reporters he sought an appointment with him for next week so that he can make changes and expand his council of ministers.

Donald Trump’s niece Mary Trump has described his relationship with daughter Ivanka as “odd and off-putting” during an appearance on The Rest Is Politics podcast. She alleged that he showed little emotional interest in his children but developed an unusual attachment to Ivanka as she grew older. Mary also linked his parenting style to his own upbringing.

Real-time data from the new Integrated Atmospheric Chemistry and Aerosol Toxicity Analysis Laboratory highlights various pollution contributors. Vehicles were the largest contributor to Delhi's PM2.5 pollution at 25%. Secondary organic and inorganic aerosols also significantly contributed to pollution levels across the city. This facility, inaugurated by Union minister Jitendra Singh, aims to identify and assess pollution sources.

In France, protesters took to the streets, decrying the plight of underfunded schools and spiraling living expenses. This unrest sparked violent confrontations with the police in major cities like Paris and Lyon, where authorities resorted to tear gas and water cannons. As arrests mounted, President Macron's administration faces an escalating challenge, with students and teachers uniting to demand improvements in education and address deep-seated economic disparities affecting their communities.

Thousands demonstrated in Istanbul and Ankara to oppose the government's increasing restrictions on independent media and journalists. Protesters called for press freedom, chanting slogans that emphasized their demand for basic rights. Various media professionals have been arrested recently, raising concerns about freedom of speech in Turkey. Journalists and activists participated in these rallies to highlight the public's right to information.

Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar has been transferred to the family court after awarding multiple death sentences. He gained national attention for his decisions in Muzaffarnagar, including a notable case of a husband burning his wife. His tenure included recalling numerous pending cases, raising questions regarding administrative authority. Diwakar previously faced threats following his involvement in a high-profile mosque survey case.

Congress general secretary K C Venugopal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, on Saturday, seeking urgent action over the alleged assault, humiliation and coercion of three Christian families in Patlapur village of Paschim Medinipur district during Durga Puja celebrations.

In recent developments, BJP leaders have taken strong issue with Farooq Abdullah's comments regarding Pakistan's alleged support for Kashmiris. Abdullah, speaking at a workers' gathering, cast doubt on the central government's approach to Jammu and Kashmir, raising questions about India's commitment to justice. In response, BJP representatives charged him with treason, claiming his remarks weaken India's stance on the issue.

Researchers have unearthed an astonishing new species of giant water lily, named Victoria Colombiana, in Colombia, thanks to a viral Instagram post that sparked further investigation through satellite imagery. A collaborative five-day expedition involving scientists and Indigenous communities revealed just a handful of specimens, making their identification a challenge. In light of environmental threats, concerted conservation efforts are now in motion to safeguard this rare botanical treasure.

The stadium is owned by the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA).

In a significant ruling, a New York appeals court has set guidelines for managing debts tied to a marital home amid divorce. The judges determined that a husband can recoup his home equity loan debt from proceeds of a jointly owned house. This arose from a loan secured against his separate property, and the court ruled that debts incurred for marital assets are communal liabilities.

Mark Wahlberg's 2022 investment of $15.6 million in 2.5 acres in Las Vegas aimed to house a family home and studio, yet no construction took place, leading to a delay in permits. After two and a half years, he sold the land for $17.25 million, netting a profit of $1.65 million while also engaging in other local property transactions.