According to Time Out’s City Life Index 2025, Mumbai has been named the happiest city in Asia, with an overwhelming 94% of residents saying their city makes them happy. The survey, which polled over 18,000 people worldwide, highlighted Mumbai’s unique blend of culture, community, and spirit that makes it Asia’s happiness capital.
Raahul V S has etched his name in Indian chess history by becoming the nation’s 91st Grandmaster after a stellar performance at the ASEAN Individual Championship, clinching the title with a round to spare. His remarkable achievement marks another proud milestone for Bharat’s growing chess legacy.
Cricket icon Virat Kohli continues to break boundaries beyond the pitch, ranking as the 6th most influential person globally on Instagram in 2025. Recognized for his unmatched fan engagement and global reach, Kohli’s digital influence now stands alongside the world’s biggest entertainment and sports superstars.
Grandmaster Divya Deshmukh returned to a grand reception in Nagpur after becoming the first Indian to win the Women’s Chess World Cup in Georgia. The 19-year-old defeated Koneru Humpy in a dramatic tie-breaker, sealing her place in chess history—and in the upcoming Candidates tournament.
For the first time ever, the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup final will be contested between two Indian players — the seasoned grandmaster Koneru Humpy and 18-year-old sensation Divya Deshmukh. This remarkable achievement marks a golden chapter in India’s chess history.
