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World Chess Championship Showdown Set for November In a recent discussion on the Norwegian podcast "Sjakksnakk," world-renowned chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen shared insights into the upcoming World Chess Championship. The event, taking place in November, will spotlight an intriguing matchup between the reigning world champion, Ding Liren of China, who appears to be on shaky ground lately, and the remarkably calm and young challenger from India, 17-year-old D. Gukesh. Rising Star Gukesh Takes Center Stage Carlsen lavished praise on Gukesh following his victory in the Candidates Tournament, where he emerged as the youngest-ever contender for the world championship title. Carlsen highlighted Gukesh's exceptional demeanor and approach, noting, "He’s a wonderful guy, very quiet and humble with a great curiosity when it comes to everything about chess." A Surprising and Rapid Ascent The chess maestro expressed surprise at the Indian prodigy's swift ...

"Excellence in sports deserves recognition and opportunity." In a groundbreaking move, IIT Madras introduces a sports quota for undergraduate admissions, led by Director V Kamakoti. Starting 2024-25, the institute will allocate two extra seats per course under the Sports Excellence Admission (SEA) program, marking a significant departure from traditional admission criteria. This initiative aims to recognize and support exceptional sporting talent alongside academics, emphasizing holistic development. By prioritizing sports in admissions, IIT Madras sets a precedent for inclusive education and values the importance of athletic achievement in personal growth. Breaks Ground with Sports Quota Initiative 💪 IIT Madras has made waves in the educational landscape by pioneering a sports quota initiative for undergraduate admissions. Under the leadership of Director V Kamakoti, the institute will allocate two additional seats per course starting from the 2024-25 academic session throu...