Koneru Humpy Exclusive after Candidates pull-out: ‘Would FIDE hold tournaments in Kashmir?’ | Chess News

Koneru Humpy (Photo by Lennart Ootes/FIDE). NEW DELHI: In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global chess community, India’s veteran Grandmaster (GM) and World No. 5 Koneru Humpy has now officially withdrawn from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament in Cyprus. Citing a “Level 3” travel advisory and escalating tensions in the Middle East,…

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US universities pivot to AI degrees as campuses race to match the machine age

US higher education is undergoing a decisive shift as artificial intelligence moves to the centre of academic programmes. Northwestern University’s upcoming AI major highlights a nationwide push to blend technical expertise with ethical awareness, as institutions respond to industry pressure and prepare students to navigate both the power and risks of intelligent systems. Artificial intelligence…

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India Report: Government and opposition clash over alleged LPG shortage

Amid United States–Israel operations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds crucial talks with Iran’s President India facilitating exit of citizens from Iran via neighbouring countries, as per Ministry of External Affairs “Some people trying to create panic”: Prime Minister Narendra Modi plays down LPG crisis, targets opposition Government and opposition clash over alleged LPG shortage Heatwave…

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IPL match today, LSG vs GT: Predicted playing XI, head-to-head, pitch report, Lucknow weather update | Cricket News

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) are set for a high-stakes encounter today, April 12, 2026, at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, with both teams coming off thrilling last-ball victories. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are currently 5th on the IPL 2026 points table with two wins from three matches. They are seeking…

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‘Drop these players’: Gavaskar fumes at IPL no-shows, slams ‘taking for granted’ culture | Cricket News

Josh Hazelwood, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc (Agency Image) Sunil Gavaskar has strongly criticised several overseas players for opting out of the early phase of Indian Premier League 2026, accusing them of taking the league’s hospitality for granted and urging franchises to adopt a stricter stance.A number of high-profile absentees are set to miss the…

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Sydney judge overturns bail conditions limiting anti-Herzog protester from entering CBD | New South Wales

A judge has overturned the bail conditions imposed by police on a Sydney anti-Herzog protester with no criminal history, saying the conditions were not “reasonable”. Lawyer Wael Skaf made an application before the Downing Centre local court to vary Siena Hopper’s bail conditions, which barred her from attending any “unlawful protests” and included a condition…

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