India is the strongest chess playing nation: Vijayalakshmi hails country's rapid riseChennai's Subbaraman Vijayalakshmi, India's first IM and WGM, asserts the nation's chess dominance is unmatched and will only grow. She hig...
21 Jun, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
Gukesh can take inspiration from Praggnanandhaa's perseverance and script turnaround: Viswanathan AnandLegendary Viswanathan Anand lauded R Praggnanandhaa's competitive chess style. He suggested world champion D Gukesh learn from Praggnanandh...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay honours chess champion Praggnanandhaa with Rs 50 lakh, loses game to GMTamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay honored Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa with Rs 50 lakh. The Chief Minister played chess with the you...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Norway Chess: "Indeed an incredible milestone," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi; hails Praggnanandhaa's historic triumphR Praggnanandhaa has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title. The young Grandmaster secured the...
06 Jun, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
I think this is the biggest win of my career: R Praggnanandhaa after Norway Chess triumphIndian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa achieved his career's biggest win at Norway Chess. He defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen twice. T...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Seconds before becoming Norway Chess champion: Watch what Praggnanandhaa did just before creating history in Magnus Carlsen's denR Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title after a dramatic final round. Despite a slow start, the ...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
'Beard the lion in his den': Anand Mahindra left 'jaw dropped' by R Praggnanandhaa's win in Norway ChessAnand Mahindra praises Praggnanandhaa's win: R Praggnanandhaa has become the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title, defeat...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.11 AM IST
Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess titleR Praggnanandhaa made history by winning the Norway Chess title. He is the first Indian to achieve this prestigious feat. Praggnanandhaa se...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa in three-way battle for tournament title heading into final roundIndian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa is in contention for the Norway Chess title. He secured a crucial classical victory over compatriot D G...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
Praggnanandhaa opens up on Candidates heartbreak, vows to enjoy chess againIndian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa reflects on his Candidates Tournament disappointment. He gave his all but missed out on the title. No...
04 Jun, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
Gukesh is a smart player, don't see any clear weakness in his game: Javokhir SindarovJavokhir Sindarov is preparing for his World Championship clash against D Gukesh. Sindarov sees no clear weaknesses in Gukesh's game. He ac...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
I don't feel intimidated, I always feel more excited playing Carlsen: Indian Grandmaster R PraggnanandhaaIndian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa achieved another significant victory against World No. 1, Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess. This marks h...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Praggnanandhaa shocks World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen once again, moves closer to historic Norway Chess titleYoung Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured his second classical victory against world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess 2026, boo...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
Indian chess stars R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh and Divya Deshmukh keep India's title hopes alive with winsIndia's young chess stars D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa delivered strong performances in Round 7 of Norway Chess. Gukesh won his Armageddon...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
The king in the west: Virat Kohli's stunning chase powers RCB to back-to-back IPL crownsRoyal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second IPL title in a row. They defeated Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli played a key r...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.32 AM IST
Norway Chess: Gukesh downs Praggnanandhaa to revive title hopes; Divya storms into leadIndian chess prodigy D Gukesh reignites his Norway Chess campaign with a win over R Praggnanandhaa. Magnus Carlsen's struggles continue as ...
31 May, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
A nation of sporting moments, not yet a sporting cultureIndia celebrates sports in flashes, with non-cricket athletes often struggling for recognition and financial security. Despite government s...
20 May, 2026, 01.21 PM IST