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Savitha Shri Baskar never set out to become the family’s chess star. She first picked up the game by watching her elder brother, but soon became the one her father chose to back. He quit his job in Singapore, pawned jewellery and stretched the family’s finances to keep her career going. Now, at 19, Savitha is headed to the Olympiad.

Pakistani boxer Qudratullah reportedly went missing in Glasgow hours before the national team’s departure, with his passport and return ticket remaining with the team manager. Pakistan finished the Commonwealth Games with just one medal, a bronze for Fatima Zahra. Her historic achievement made her the first Pakistani female boxer to win a CWG medal, while Arshad Nadeem missed out.

The Primary School, a tuition-free institution, will close in June after a decade of operation. This school provided education, healthcare, and family support to low-income children. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative will not continue funding beyond the upcoming academic year. Academic results remained below state averages, prompting the board's decision. The initiative pledged fifty million dollars to aid the transition for affected students.

Houssein Hamze turned his life around after his dog saved him from a devastating bomb attack, and he founded a shelter for abandoned animals in his village. Ignoring the threat of drone strikes, he continually provided food and water for displaced animals. His remarkable dedication attracted international recognition and donations, allowing him to persevere in his mission of promoting kindness towards animals.

Scottish indie rock band Trashcan Sinatras mourns guitarist John Douglas's passing. He died peacefully at sixty-three years old after a brief illness. The band shared a heartfelt statement remembering their dear friend and brother. Fans worldwide have offered tributes and shared cherished personal memories. Douglas was a key member who shaped the band's signature musical identity.

Renowned acting coach Jayati Bhatia devised an extraordinary workshop for Deepika Padukone, where she was tasked with angrily shouting profanities from a balcony to release pent-up emotions. This innovative approach significantly aided her preparation for the film Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. Bhatia admired Padukone's boldness, particularly after her success in Cocktail, noting that she remarkably completed a seven-day workshop in only four days.

Despite a wealth of scientific findings, misconceptions surrounding breastfeeding endure. It's important to note that having a baby via IVF does not compromise a mother's ability to breastfeed effectively. Both expressed milk and direct feeding provide essential nutrition for infants. Additionally, a mother's eating habits only slightly affect the quality of her breast milk. With adequate planning and support, returning to work doesn't mean the end of breastfeeding.

The government may allow a small charge on UPI payments exceeding two thousand rupees. This levy would apply to transactions made to businesses and not individuals. Official estimates suggest this change will impact only five percent of all UPI transactions. Most daily purchases like groceries and taxi fares will remain unaffected by this potential fee. Industry experts anticipate a possible ceiling on the absolute amount charged for these transactions.