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Divya Deshmukh, the 19-year-old chess prodigy from Nagpur, has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win the 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup. As India’s 88th Grandmaster, her victory marks a monumental achievement in Indian chess, earning her national acclaim and inspiring a new generation of players. Her remarkable journey and tactical brilliance have established her as a global icon in the sport.

At 60, Union Home Minister Amit Shah showcased exceptional stamina and commitment, managing a packed 16-hour schedule that included crucial security meetings and an 11-hour Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor. From the Home Ministry to late-night strategy sessions, Shah remained fully engaged, reinforcing his image as a tireless leader focused on national security amid mounting opposition scrutiny.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced he will adopt 22 children orphaned by Pakistan’s shelling during Operation Sindoor, pledging to support their education, healthcare, and overall well-being. Speaking in Parliament, Gandhi emphasized the need to care for civilians affected by cross-border violence. His compassionate act has drawn praise from fellow opposition leaders and rekindled memories of his past support for Nirbhaya’s brother, highlighting his ongoing commitment to humanitarian causes.

During a fiery Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led government, questioning security lapses, the abrupt ceasefire with Pakistan, and the lack of accountability post-Pahalgam terror attack. Backed by TMC and Samajwadi Party leaders, the opposition demanded transparency, challenged Prime Minister Modi’s silence, and rejected Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s explanations as inadequate. The 16-hour session highlighted growing public and political pressure on the government for clear answers on national security.

लोकसभा में केंद्रीय गृह मंत्री अमित शाह ने कांग्रेस पर पाकिस्तान और चीन का 'एजेंट' होने का सनसनीखेज आरोप लगाते हुए आतंकवाद पर उसके नरम रवैये को आड़े हाथों लिया। पहलगाम आतंकी हमले में मारे गए आतंकियों और 'ऑपरेशन सिंदूर' की सफलता का हवाला देते हुए उन्होंने कांग्रेस के इतिहास और नेहरू-गांधी परिवार की नीतियों पर भी तीखा हमला बोला। शाह के हमले से विपक्ष सन्न रह गया, जबकि सत्तापक्ष ने उनके बयान का जोरदार समर्थन किया।

पहलगाम आतंकी हमले में पाकिस्तान की भूमिका पर पूर्व गृह मंत्री पी. चिदंबरम के बयान ने सियासी भूचाल ला दिया है। एनआईए जांच पर सवाल उठाते हुए चिदंबरम ने हमलावरों की पहचान पर संदेह जताया, जिसे बीजेपी ने राष्ट्रीय सुरक्षा के साथ खिलवाड़ बताया। संसद में पहलगाम हमले पर बहस से पहले यह बयान राजनीतिक गर्मी बढ़ा रहा है।