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FIDE leaders hail India's rise in Chess, stress chess' inclusion at school
Updated : 4 months, 1 week ago IST
International Chess Federation (FIDE) President Arkady Dvorkovich said India's rise in chess is a good signal to build a better society, while FIDE's Deputy Chairman, Dana Reizniece, highlighted the importance of introducing chess in schools to spread the sport worldwide.
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Global Chess League Championship Trophy unveiled in Mumbai as season 3 kic
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Adding to the evening's highlights was the official unveiling of the GCL Season 3 Trophy, the grand prize for which the world's best will battle over the next ten action-packed days. The ceremony was graced by Anand Mahindra, Chairperson of the Mahindra Group, whose presence underlined the l
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Norway Chess launches new World Championship, approved by FIDE
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
The initiative comes from the organizers of the prestigious Norway Chess tournament, and the official World Championship status agreement was signed with the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in early October. The vision of the Total Chess World Championship Tour is to find the player wh
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Global Chess League launches GCL Contenders 2025, creating pathway for glo
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Open to amateurs and professionals, this multi-tiered tournament will spotlight grassroots talent, strengthen the chess community, and culminate with the winners stepping onto the same stage as global icons. With the registration opening from August 28, GCL Contenders will take place for alm
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FIDE World Cup 2025 to be held in Goa from November onwards
Updated : 9 months ago IST
A statement from FIDE said, "The FIDE World Cup 2025 is coming to Goa! From October 30 to November 27, 2025, the world's top players will gather on India's west coast for one of the most exciting chess events. This knockout spectacle brings together 206 players fighting for a share of 2,0
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FIDE announce partnership for 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
FIDE (International Chess Federation) on Tuesday announced partnership for the upcoming 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest.
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Sanjay Kapoor unanimously elected FIDE India zone president
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Former All India Chess Federation (AICF) President Sanjay Kapoor has been unanimously elected as FIDE India Zone President (3.7) at the annual meeting of the AICF.
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Global Chess League to hold second edition in London
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
Following the success of the first edition, the league aims to unite the world's top chess players in one of the most historic cities.
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Union Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur hands over Chess Olympiad Torch
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Honorable Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Singh Thakur on Wednesday, February 14 handed over the Chess Olympiad Torch to Budapest, Hungary, the official host of the 45th edition of the Chess Olympiad.
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Global Chess League: Schedule, Unique Scoring System announced for inaugur
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The Global Chess League kicks off on June 22 after a glittering opening ceremony on the day before. Triveni Continental Kings will be up against Mumba Masters, starting the tournament in a grand manner.
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Global Chess League unveils six franchises for inaugural edition set to re
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The FIDE President, Arkady Dvorkovich, said, "Global Chess League started as a dream, and as we are heading towards its actualisation, we have found the right partners who believe in the vision. We are excited that such reputed entrepreneurs have joined the ranks of GCL. We want to welcome a
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Never seen anything like that, it's incredible: Chess player Anna Cramling
Updated : 3 years, 9 months ago IST
Favourites fumbled in the second round of the women's section at the 44th Chess Olympiad as former world champion Mariya Muzychuk of Ukraine suffered defeat against Turkey's Ekaterina Atalik while India's Koneru Humpy was forced to split point against much lower rated Marisa Zuriel of Argent
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