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R Praggnanandhaa plays a game of chess with Adani Group chairperson Gautam
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The 20-year-old took to his official X handle and wrote, "Met @gautam_adani sir and his family along with my mom and @Rameshchess sir, Inspired by their simplicity and humbleness. We also played a game of chess! Thank you sir for all your blessings and support!"
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PM Modi shares article written by Union Minister Mandaviya on 'Sabka Saath
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared an article written by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, on how 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas' is visible in daily realities - electricity is no longer a luxury, welfare is delivered directly, and infrastructure is pla
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PM Modi hails Vaishali Rameshbabu's FIDE Women's Grand Swiss win
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Indian chess player Vaishali Rameshbabu after she defended her FIDE Women's Grand Swiss title in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, and secured a berth in the 2026 FIDE Women's Candidates tournament.
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ISSO Nationals 2025-26 Begin with Chess at Adani International School, Ahm
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 8: The International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) proudly commenced its much-awaited 2025-26 season with the first event -- Chess -- hosted at Adani International School, Ahmedabad. The competition witnessed an overwhelming response, with over 80
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Adani International School hosts ISSO National Games Chess Competition
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The event brought together more than 370 student participants representing over 80 schools from across 10+ states of India. With over 650 attendees--including parents, coaches and supporters--the campus was transformed into a vibrant hub of competition and camaraderie, as per a press release
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FIDE updates dress code, allows jeans for Grand Swiss events
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Appropriate jeans are now permitted as part of the official dress code. This change offers players more comfort and freedom of choice, while ensuring that the overall appearance of the event remains professional and respectful.
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Adani congratulates Praggnanandhaa on qualifying for Grand Chess Tour fina
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani congratulated the young Chess prodigy from India, R Praggnanandhaa, as he qualified for the Grand Chess Tour final in Brazil later this year in September after finishing runner-up at the 2025 Sinquefield Cup.
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Global Chess League launches GCL Contenders 2025, creating pathway for glo
Updated : 7 months 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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"India is delighted to be hosting the prestigious FIDE World Cup 2025 afte
Updated : 7 months ago IST
FIDE released a statement on Tuesday evening to confirm Goa as the venue for one of the world's famed chess events, where top-tier players from around the globe will gather. India last hosted the tournament in 2002 in Hyderabad, which concluded with grand master Viswanathan Anand lifting the
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FIDE World Cup 2025 to be held in Goa from November onwards
Updated : 7 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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Chennai Grand Masters 2025: M Pranesh clinches Challengers crown; Arjun Er
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Grand Master (GM) M Pranesh held on to win the Challengers title at the Chennai Grand Masters 2025, earning the opportunity to compete in the Masters section next year, despite a final-round setback against International Master (IM) Harshavardhan GB.
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Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Karthikeyan M upsets Vidit Gujrathi with black
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Grand Master (GM) Karthikeyan Murali lit up Round 7 of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 on Monday with a stunning win over GM Vidit Gujrathi, prevailing with the black pieces after a gritty battle.
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