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A 25-year-old makeup artist tragically died by suicide in Delhi's Nihal Vihar. Police discovered a suicide note at the scene, reportedly naming an acquaintance and suggesting their involvement. Authorities are investigating the incident as abetment to suicide and are in the process of registering a case based on these findings.

A speeding Mercedes crashed into a police checkpoint at Marine Drive early Sunday, critically injuring two constables. The 29-year-old driver, Nihal Solanki, was arrested after attempting to flee the scene. Police have seized the vehicle and are investigating the incident while the injured officers receive hospital treatment.

A college student was arrested in Vasai after allegedly ramming his car into two security personnel at a Marine Drive checkpoint. The injured policeman sustained head injuries and a hip fracture. Accused, who fled the scene, was apprehended thanks to a broken license plate piece. He faces serious charges, including attempt to murder.

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram became the first Indian to qualify for the Chess event at Esports World Cup 2026 after winning the Road to EWC qualifier at DreamHack Atlanta. The 26-year-old defeated Alexey Sarana in a dramatic Armageddon decider to secure qualification, USD 15,000 prize money, and a place in the main event scheduled from August 11-15.

India's esports and chess talent will now have a direct path to the prestigious Esports World Cup 2026. The Esports Foundation and JioBLAST have launched 'India Rising: Road to EWC,' beginning with chess qualifiers. Top Indian players will vie for a spot in the main event in Riyadh, showcasing the nation's growing prowess in competitive gaming and chess.

S8UL signed 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M for the Esports World Cup 2026, alongside Nihal Sarin and Aravindh Chithambaram. Pranesh recently gained attention after helping R Vaishali stay calm during her historic FIDE Women’s Candidates triumph. Chess returns to EWC this August with a $1.5 million prize pool.

Parking disputes in Delhi and Bengaluru are escalating into violence, with recent incidents involving assaults, firing, and even deaths. These conflicts, often triggered by minor issues like a misplaced vehicle, highlight a growing shortage of space and increasingly confrontational attitudes among residents.

Karan Anshuman's 'Glory' on Netflix delves into Haryana's boxing scene, exposing the dark politics and obsessive ambition behind Olympic dreams. The series masterfully blends crime and sports drama, focusing on a fractured family's conflict driven by a father's relentless pursuit of success. It explores societal issues and ends with a shocking twist, setting up a compelling second season.

Magnus Carlsen won the Chess.com Open, while Denis Lazavik beat Nihal Sarin, leaving no Indian qualified yet for the Esports World Cup 2026, as of yet. Extra qualification spots don’t pass down, increasing pressure on Sarin. He remains India’s one of the besthopes, with chances through circuit rankings and qualifiers in the evolving esports chess format.

In this exclusive interview, Vincent Keymer reflected on his rise from winning the Grenke Open at 13 to claiming the Grenke Freestyle 2026 title in Karlsruhe. Germany’s No. 1 spoke about freestyle chess relying more on intuition, handling the “intimidation factor” of Magnus Carlsen, and balancing school with chess while growing up in a family of musicians. Keymer also praised coach Péter Lékó and discussed the challenges young chess players face in Germany compared to countries like India.

Veteran actor Suvinder Vicky, a fixture since 1995, is relishing his recent viral fame as Brigadier Jahangir in 'Dhurandhar 2'. He embraces the character's memes, viewing them as a delightful bonus to his perseverance. Vicky, who also stars in the upcoming thriller 'Glory', feels a growing internal satisfaction as audiences connect with his work. Read on to know more in details.

Karan Anshuman, the creator behind the upcoming project "Glory," admits that he intentionally leaves his stories on cliffhangers. He's currently getting ready for the release of his latest work, and he's open about his deliberate choice to keep audiences on the edge of their seats with unresolved plotlines.