Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Anuj Shrivatri on becoming India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster, marking a historic milestone for Indian chess. In a post on X, Modi described the achievement as a reflection of the talent, dedication and hard work of Indian players. He also highlighted the growing popularity of chess among young people Read More…
Paris: World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen retained his Esports World Cup chess title for the second consecutive year after defeating Belarusian Grandmaster Denis Lazavik in a one-sided final here on Saturday. Representing Team Liquid, Carlsen delivered an unbeaten campaign throughout the tournament. The 35-year-old Norwegian entered the competition with a clear objective of defending his Read More…
Indian chess prodigy Gukesh D has made history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion at just 18 years old. In a stunning display of talent and determination, Gukesh defeated reigning champion Ding Liren to clinch the title at the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship. This remarkable achievement surpasses the previous record held by Garry Read More…