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New Delhi: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa scripted a historic achievement on Friday by becoming the first Indian player to win the prestigious Norway Chess title. The 20 year old secured the landmark victory after defeating Vincent Keymer in the final round. Entering the day in third place with 15 points, Praggnanandhaa delivered when it mattered most, earning three crucial points from a classical win to finish the tournament on 18 points and claim the title. The triumph marks a significant milestone in Indian chess, as even legendary former world champion Viswanathan Anand and reigning world champion D Gukesh had never…

New Delhi: In a significant step towards cleaner transportation and greater energy security, India has launched E85 fuel, a petrol blend containing 85 per cent ethanol, at an Indian Oil outlet in New Delhi. The new fuel, unveiled by Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, is expected to play a key role in the country’s transition towards sustainable mobility. To encourage adoption, the government has priced E85 around 20 per cent lower than E20 petrol, making it a more affordable alternative for consumers. The pricing strategy is aimed at promoting the use of cleaner fuels while helping…

New Delhi: India’s semiconductor industry is on track for significant expansion, with its market value projected to rise from around $20 billion in 2020 to an estimated $205 billion by 2034. The growth reflects the country’s increasing focus on building a strong domestic semiconductor ecosystem and reducing dependence on imports. While growth rates have fluctuated in recent years, the sector is expected to maintain a steady annual expansion of 15 to 19 per cent over the next decade. As semiconductors become increasingly vital across industries ranging from electronics and automobiles to telecommunications and artificial intelligence, the industry is expected to…

New Delhi: The Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs (DSYA) and the Sports Authority of Goa (SAG) will organise “Sundays on Cycle” on June 7, 2026, in observance of World Bicycle Day. The cycling event will begin at 7.00 am and will promote the theme “Cycling for a Greener Future.” Participants will assemble at the DSYA office in Campal, from where the ride will commence. The route will cover Campal, Miramar Circle, Dona Paula Circle and the University Ground before returning to the starting point. The organisers will provide T shirts, certificates and refreshments to all participants. Interested cyclists are…

New Delhi: India on Friday said its ongoing negotiations with the United States for a bilateral trade agreement have remained positive and constructive, reflecting steady progress towards strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The latest round of discussions took place during a visit by a delegation from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to India from June 1 to 4. The meetings were aimed at advancing talks on an interim trade agreement that both nations have been working on since announcing a framework for reciprocal and mutually beneficial trade earlier this year. Speaking at a weekly…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The Canacona Congress unit celebrated World Environment Day by distributing fruit-bearing saplings and medicinal plants at the Shristhal Panchayat Hall, highlighting the importance of environmental protection and sustainable living. The programme was led by the Canacona Congress Parivar, with the participation of the Minority Block, Canacona Congress Mahila Block, and Youth Congress leaders Vaishnav Pednekar, State Youth Vice-President of GPCC, and Pralay Bhagat, Youth President of the South Goa District Congress Committee. A variety of fruit-bearing saplings, including cancer fruit, love apple, arecanut (supari), kokum and choco plants, were distributed along with medicinal plants such as neem,…

New Delhi: In a major move to curb illegal construction and strengthen safety enforcement, the Delhi government has decided to invoke provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, enabling authorities to take stringent action against property owners, commercial operators and government officials responsible for violations. The decision comes in the wake of a series of incidents linked to unauthorised structures and safety lapses, including a devastating hotel fire in Malviya Nagar that claimed 21 lives, among them 12 foreign nationals. The tragedy has intensified concerns over compliance with building regulations and public safety standards across the capital. Delhi minister Ashish…