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Chess News: Is representing India worth it? The draining family cost of raising a chess star | Chess News

Young Indian chess minds are finding themselves in limbo NEW DELHI: In India’s ever-growing pursuit of becoming a sporting nation, chess stands at a crucial juncture. Fresh off celebrating R Vaishali‘s triumph in the 2026 Women’s Candidates, the country now looks ahead to an even grander celebration as both Vaishali and Gukesh prepare for their…

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IPL 2026 Points Table after Match 50: LSG end six-match losing streak to shake up playoff battle | Cricket News

Lucknow Super Giants’ Prince Yadav, celebrates with teammates (AP Photo) The IPL 2026 points table after Match 50 may not have brought dramatic changes in the standings, but it turned out to be a hugely significant result in the playoff race. Royal Challengers Bengaluru lost the extra-game advantage they previously held over several rivals after…

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Parents abandoning government schools? Enrolment falls below 50% in India, says NITI Aayog

Enrollment in government schools across India has fallen from 71 per cent in 2005 to 49.24 per cent in 2024-25, according to a latest report released by NITI Aayog on the country’s school education system.As government school enrolment declined, private schools expanded steadily over the years. The report says private institutions now make up 44.01…

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