Arjun Erigaisi defeats Magnus Carlsen in Blitz chess
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi defeats World No.1 Magnus Carlsen in a dramatic FIDE World Blitz Championship game in Doha. Read the full story of this stunning upset.
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7-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Wins World Gold, Meets PM Modi
Seven-year-old Pragnika Vaka Lakshmi, who won gold at the FIDE World Schools Chess Championship, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discover her inspiring journey.
Arjun Erigaisi Wins Bronze at FIDE World Rapid Chess 2024
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi clinches a historic bronze medal at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2024 in Samarkand. PM Modi leads the nation in congratulating the chess prodigy on his stellar achievement.
Carlsen Covers Betby Logo to Comply with FIDE Dress Code
Magnus Carlsen won his 6th World Rapid title in Doha after taping over his betting sponsor's logo to avoid FIDE fines. Details on the dress code clash and last year's jeans controversy inside.
Arjun Erigaisi, Koneru Humpy Win Bronze at FIDE World Rapid
Indian chess stars Arjun Erigaisi and Koneru Humpy clinch bronze medals at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2024 in Samarkand. Andhra CM N. Chandrababu Naidu congratulates the grandmasters on their stellar achievement.
Carlsen's Legendary 2009 World Blitz Victory at 18
Relive Magnus Carlsen's historic 2009 World Blitz Chess win at age 18, where he dominated legends like Anand and Kramnik. As he eyes a 9th crown in Doha, we analyze his greatest performance. Follow for more chess insights!
Carlsen wins 6th World Rapid Chess title; Indians win bronze
Magnus Carlsen staged a stunning comeback to win his sixth World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. India's Arjun Erigaisi and Koneru Humpy secured bronze medals in open and women's sections. Read the full story.
FIDE rule bars Koneru Humpy from World Rapid playoff
Indian chess star Koneru Humpy was denied a chance to defend her World Rapid title in a playoff due to a controversial FIDE regulation. Read the full story of the Doha heartbreak.
Artemiev beats Carlsen, Erigaisi to lead World Rapid Chess
Vladislav Artemiev defeats world No. 5 Arjun Erigaisi and Magnus Carlsen in successive rounds to grab joint lead at World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. Gukesh in joint third.
Carlsen loses to Artemiev, pushes camera after defeat
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen lost to Russia's Vladislav Artemiev at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships. Visibly frustrated, he pushed a camera away. Artemiev now leads the standings. Read the full details.
Humpy co-leads in World Rapid Chess, Gukesh & Arjun shine
Koneru Humpy is in prime position to defend her Women's World Rapid title after Day 2 in Doha. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi are the top-ranked Indians in the Open section. Follow the thrilling action.
Magnus Carlsen shoves camera after loss in Doha
Magnus Carlsen angrily pushed a photographer's camera after losing to Vladislav Artemiev at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha. Details inside.
Arjun Erigaisi's defensive masterclass holds Magnus Carlsen
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi displayed a defensive masterclass, holding world number one Magnus Carlsen to a 101-move draw with 98% accuracy at the World Rapid & Blitz Championship in Doha. Read the full analysis.
Gukesh shares lead with Carlsen at World Rapid Chess
World champion Gukesh D won four straight games to share the lead with Magnus Carlsen and Arjun Erigaisi after Day 1 of the FIDE World Rapid Championship in Doha. Follow the action.
Kerala's 15-year-old IM shocks top GMs at World Rapid & Blitz
Goutham Krishna H, a 15-year-old International Master from Trivandrum, defeated elite grandmasters like Radjabov and Aravindh on Day 1 of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz in Doha, scoring 4/5. Read his inspiring story.
Carlsen back in Doha for World Rapid & Blitz Championships
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen returns to Qatar for the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships. He discusses his strained FIDE ties, 'jeansgate', and family as his motivation. The event boasts a €1M+ prize fund.
Carlsen back at World Rapid & Blitz in Qatar, talks FIDE
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen returns to the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships in Doha. He cites personal ties, not FIDE, as key reason for his participation. Read about the event details and his 'jeansgate' comments.
Gukesh: 'No big expectations' for World Rapid & Blitz Chess
World champion D. Gukesh heads to the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha with a relaxed mindset, aiming to experiment and enjoy. A strong Indian contingent, including Praggnanandhaa, is also in the fray.
Gukesh: No Expectations, Just Play at World Rapid & Blitz
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh shares his relaxed mindset ahead of the World Rapid & Blitz Championship in Samarkand. Read his thoughts on pressure, preparation, and the upcoming Candidates.
Ethan Vaz, Shubhi Gupta win National Junior Chess titles
IM Ethan Vaz (Goa) and WFM Shubhi Gupta (UP) clinch the boys' and girls' titles at the National Junior Chess Championship 2025 in Jamshedpur. Get full results and highlights.
Vidit Gujrathi shifts focus from chess to 'vibe coding' apps
Indian chess star Vidit Gujrathi, after intense burnout, steps back from tournaments. He now creates AI-powered chess training websites for elite players through 'vibe coding'. Read his story.
Vidit Gujrathi steps back from chess, builds AI-coded apps
Indian chess star Vidit Gujrathi, after Candidates burnout, is now 'vibe coding' elite training websites. He explains his conscious step back from intense competition. Read his story.
GM Volodar Murzin on India, Chess, and World Rapid Title
World Rapid Champion GM Volodar Murzin shares his love for India, its food, and chess culture in an exclusive interview. Read his thoughts on the Global Chess League and future ambitions.
For India's Chess Stars, Home is the Ultimate Luxury
World Champion D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi reveal their grueling global schedules, where returning home feels like a rare holiday. Discover their relentless pursuit of chess glory.
Madhya Pradesh Toddler, 3, Becomes Youngest FIDE-Rated Player
Sarvagya Singh Kushwaha, aged 3 years and 7 months from Madhya Pradesh, makes history as the youngest player ever to earn a FIDE rapid rating of 1572. Discover his incredible journey.
GCL 2025: Live Commentary Headphones for Chess Fans
The Global Chess League's 3rd edition in India introduces live commentary headphones for fans at the venue, aiming to make elite chess more accessible and engaging for new audiences.
3-Year-Old Indian Girl Makes Chess History with FIDE Rating
Meet Aadya Singh, a 3-year-old nursery student from Noida, who has become the youngest player in chess history to secure an international FIDE rating. Discover her incredible journey and what's next for the prodigy.
Meet India's Unique Chess Enthusiasts: Their Inspiring Stories
Discover the stories of five unique Indian chess enthusiasts - a corporate honcho, a chocolatier, a filmmaker, a content creator, and a superfan - who are redefining fandom and fueling their passions through the game. Read their inspiring journeys.
Hyderabad girl Anaya Sharma wins Commonwealth chess gold
Anaya Sharma, an 8-year-old from Hyderabad, clinched gold in the U-8 category at the Commonwealth Chess Championship in Kuala Lumpur. Discover her journey and ambition to become a world champion.
Uzbek's Sindarov Creates Chess History at World Cup
Javokhir Sindarov becomes first Uzbek to qualify for Candidates after dramatic World Cup victory over China's Wei Yi. Read his inspiring journey from GCL disappointment to glory.
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