Exclusive | ‘Not a surprise’: Anish Giri on lesser-favourites Divya Deshmukh, Javokhir Sindarov winning Chess World Cups | Chess News

Anish Giri downplays Divya Deshmukh-Javokhir Sindarov pattern NEW DELHI: Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov came into the FIDE World Cup in Goa as the 16th seed and went on to win it, becoming the youngest champion in the event’s history at just 19. Just a few months earlier, India’s Divya Deshmukh, only one day younger than the…

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Ease rules for employers! New labour codes slash jail provisions to 22; promote more facilitative regulatory setup

The four new labour codes have significantly reduced the number of offences that carry imprisonment, cutting them to 22 from 87 earlier, according to a senior government official, ET reported.Of these, 16 offences are compoundable, while only six sections now provide for imprisonment along with higher fines for first-time violations related to safety and social…

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5 skin signs of liver damage you should not ignore |

The liver performs essential functions involving detoxification, hormone regulation and nutrient metabolism, and changes in its performance often become visible on the skin before other symptoms appear. A study published in Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology examining cutaneous manifestations of chronic liver disease highlights how shifts in pigmentation, vascular behaviour and skin texture can…

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How everyday foods like tea and coffee can protect your heart from damage caused by prolonged sitting |

Daily routines across workplaces, universities, transportation systems and homes often involve long stretches of uninterrupted sitting. Although this behaviour feels harmless, reduced movement slows blood flow, increases vascular stress and affects the ability of arteries to dilate in response to changing circulation demands. Scientists are now exploring whether specific dietary components might help counter these…

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