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Nakamura Skips Freestyle Chess for Candidates Focus

Hikaru Nakamura declines Freestyle Chess invite to prepare for Candidates Tournament. Veteran GM Pravin Thipsay says this may be the final shot for Nakamura, Caruana, and Giri against rising youth.

Defeated Assembly Candidates Jump into BMC Poll Fray

Six candidates who lost 2014 or 2019 assembly polls, plus two relatives of defeated MLAs, are contesting the crucial BMC elections. Political observers cite high stakes and scramble for tickets.

76-year-old leads senior charge in Mumbai BMC elections

Krishna Mhadgut, 76, is the oldest candidate in Mumbai's BMC elections. He challenges age bias as data reveals only 24 candidates are 70+. Discover the stories of youth and experience shaping the civic polls.

Navduniya beats Jagran in Inter Press Cricket Tournament

Dainik Navduniya defeated Dainik Jagran by 47 runs in the opening match of the 31st IES-Digiana Inter Press Cricket Tournament 2026 in Bhopal. Mukesh Mansarovar named Player of the Match. Read for full scorecard and highlights.

Congress to Allot 50% Seats to Women, Youth in Kerala

Kerala Congress leader V.D. Satheesan announces a major quota, reserving up to 50% of seats for women and youth in the upcoming Assembly elections. A strategic move to rejuvenate the party. Read more.

FIDE scraps 400-point rating rule for top grandmasters

FIDE's new rating system, effective Oct 1, ends 'rating farming' for players above 2650. Top GMs like Carlsen & Gukesh will face harsher penalties against lower-rated opponents. Read the full analysis.

Nakamura: 10-hour chess study is outdated nonsense

American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura, a Candidates contender, dismisses marathon study sessions. He champions 'work smarter, not harder' and prioritises content creation over traditional chess grind.

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