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3 natl records, 2 CWG berths headline landmark day in Ranchi

Aravindh Chithambaram recently became the first Indian to qualify for the 2026 Esports Chess World Cup after winning at DreamHack Atlanta. Raised by his mother and grandparents after losing his father at age three, Aravindh discovered chess through his grandfather. With strong family support and guidance from coach RB Ramesh, he steadily rose through the ranks to become a national champion and elite player.

Kerala chief minister-designate V. D. Satheesan has announced his new cabinet, set to be sworn in on Monday. Prominent leaders like Ramesh Chennithala and Sunny Joseph will be part of the ministry. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan has been named Speaker, with Shanimol Usman as Deputy Speaker.

Indian athletics achieved historic milestones at the National Senior Federation Competition. Gurindervir Singh set a new men's 100m national record. Vishal TK became the first Indian to finish the 400m race in under 45 seconds. Tejaswin Shankar also made history by exceeding 8000 points in decathlon. These performances mark significant achievements for Indian athletes.

Maharashtra has declared Gadchiroli district Maoist-free following a 100-hour operation that resulted in zero active Maoists in police records. The coordinated action, codenamed 'Antim Prahar,' led to eight arrests and five surrenders, dismantling the Maoists' military wing and crippling their financial resources.

Animesh Kujur and Gurindervir Singh lit up the opening day of the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition at Birsa Munda Stadium, Morabadi, here on Friday as they reduced the men’s 100m national record by 0.03 seconds within a matter of minutes.

Vishal TK made history by becoming the first Indian man to run the 400m in under 45 seconds, clocking 44.98s. His remarkable achievement, celebrated by his coach and family, signifies a new era for Indian quarter-milers. This landmark performance, though just shy of Commonwealth Games qualification, highlights his dedication and potential.

Nursing students protested alleged medical negligence at MGMGH after a colleague died following a surgical procedure. The student suffered cardiac arrest during anesthesia administration and later passed away despite intensive medical efforts. The state government has ordered a high-level inquiry.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been summoned to Delhi for a crucial meeting with the party high command amid ongoing speculation about a leadership transition. While party leaders attribute the visit to routine consultations for upcoming Rajya Sabha and MLC elections, the internal friction between Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar is expected to be a key discussion point.

In a meeting on Monday, the collegium approved three different proposals for appointment of judges presented by the state govt to the Union law minister and forwarded to the collegium.

Legal trouble looms for 'Drishyam 3' as Rajkumar Theatres claims exclusive Telugu remake rights. The company has approached the Madras High Court seeking to prevent unauthorized adaptations, naming the film's makers and production houses. The court has issued notices, with any Telugu adaptation deals now subject to the final verdict. The Malayalam release remains unaffected.

Kerala's new Congress government is set to take shape. CM-designate V D Satheesan will present the cabinet list to the governor on Sunday. Ramesh Chennithala is expected to secure key portfolios. Several other leaders are also likely to be included. Final decisions on portfolios will be made after discussions with allies.

World Thyroid Day on May 25th highlights the crucial role of this gland in metabolism. Experts emphasize nutrition's impact, recommending Mediterranean and Paleo diets for hypothyroidism while cautioning against excessive iodine. Maintaining balanced intake of selenium, zinc, and essential vitamins like D and B12 is vital for thyroid health. Managing diet can significantly improve thyroid function.