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
Karnataka: HD Kumaraswamy’s plans to win Council seat sends temperature soaring in CongressLegislative council polls are less than a week away. The ruling Congress and opposition JDS are working to secure their MLAs. Both parties ...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
Bengaluru to host fourth season of Global Chess LeagueThe Global Chess League is set for its fourth season in Bengaluru starting September 3. This edition will feature top global players in a t...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
Six months on, National Sports Awards still await nodIndia's sporting community faces an unusual delay in the National Sports Awards. The Sports Ministry cites a re-evaluation of Arjuna awarde...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
BJP's Navneet Rana clarifies Rajya Sabha reports, reaffirms loyalty to partyFormer Amravati MP Navneet Rana has clarified reports about a Rajya Sabha nomination. She stated her unwavering commitment to the Bharatiya...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.46 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
'Not upset over being denied Rajya Sabha poll nomination; I'm kabaddi player, not chess player': Chhagan BhujbalMaharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal clarifies he is not upset about missing a Rajya Sabha nomination. He likens himself to a kabaddi playe...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Vikings on the way to the AmericasPhotographer David Yarrow's bold Viking-themed shoot of Norway's World Cup squad, featuring stars like Haaland and Odegaard, has sparked co...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.48 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