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  D Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa suffer defeat in Norway Chess; Divya Deshmukh continues winning run

  Other Sports | May 27, 2026 15:56 IST

  India endured a difficult day at Norway Chess as D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa lost in Armageddon tie-breaks despite strong classical performances. Teenager Divya Deshmukh continued her impressive form, beating Koneru Humpy to stay among the leaders.

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  R Vaishali creates history, becomes first Indian to win FIDE Women's Candidates

  Other Sports | April 16, 2026 10:49 IST

  R Vaishali created history in Cyprus to become the first Indian to win the FIDE Women's Candidates. She defeated Kateryna Lagno to win the second-most prestigious tournament and will now challenge Ju Wenjun for the Women’s World Championship crown.

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  PM Modi congratulates Arjun Erigaisi after his historic bronze medal win

  Other Sports | December 29, 2025 16:23 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X and congratulated Arjun Erigaisi for his bronze medal win at the FIDE World Rapid Championship in Doha. He became the first male chess player to end up with a podium finish at a World Rapid Championship since five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand.

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  Year-Ender 2025: 5 memorable events in Indian sports

  Cricket | December 27, 2025 17:58 IST

  With 2025 coming to an end, let us have a look at the top 5 memorable moments from Indian sports that stood out and made their mark in the year, from India's hockey Asia Cup win to the Women's World Cup triumph.

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  Javokhir Sindarov becomes youngest Chess World Cup winner, know prize money he won

  Other Sports | November 26, 2025 20:39 IST

  Javokhir Sindarov of Uzbekistan won the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 today, beating China's Wei Yi in the final. With this achievement, Sindarov became the youngest Chess World Cup winner at the age of 19. He has also qualified for the Candidates.

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  World Champion D Gukesh crashes out in round 3 of FIDE World Cup 2025

  Other Sports | November 08, 2025 21:39 IST

  D Gukesh was held for a draw in the first game of his clash against Germany's Frederik Svane and looked for a win in the second with white pieces. However, he lost the second game and bowed out of the FIDE World Cup after his third-round exit.

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  FIDE Chess World Cup trophy named after India great Viswanathan Anand

  Other Sports | November 01, 2025 8:15 IST

  The FIDE Chess World Cup's trophy has been named after legendary Indian chess player Viswanathan Anand, honouring his legacy as a great of the sport. The tournament is being held in Goa from October 30 to November 27.

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  FIDE Chess World Cup 2025: Where to watch, schedule, and all you need to know

  Other Sports | October 30, 2025 13:33 IST

  The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 is all set to kick off on October 31, and with the tournament right around the corner, let us have a look at the where to watch, schedule, and all you need to know details about the marquee competition.

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  Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov revive fierce rivalry, take on each other after 30 years

  Other Sports | October 08, 2025 11:41 IST

  Indian Chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand is all set to take on Russia's Garry Kasparov in a revival of their rivalry. The two will lock horns after 30 years on October 8 at the Clutch Chess: The Legends tournament.

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  Why did Hikaru Nakamura throw Gukesh's king into the crowd after defeating him?

  Other Sports | October 06, 2025 15:26 IST

  Chess grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura was captured throwing D Gukesh's king into the crowd after defeating him at the 'Checkmate: USA vs India' event, the moment sparked major controversy as many criticised Nakamura's gesture.

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  FIDE eases dress code regulations after Magnus Carlsen's 'Jeansgate' controversy

  Other Sports | August 30, 2025 12:46 IST

  FIDE recently came forward and updated its dress code regulations after the controversy surrounding Norwegian Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen, who wore jeans to a tournament. FIDE eased their regulations for the same.

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  FIDE World Cup returns to India after 23 years as Goa gears up to host tournament

  Other Sports | August 26, 2025 21:01 IST

  India last hosted the FIDE World Cup in 2002 in Hyderabad, with Viswanathan Anand lifting the title. The tournament returns to India after 23 years, with Goa set to host the event in which 206 players will take part in.

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  2025 World Schools Team Chess Championship: India’s Triumph, Freedom Holding Corp.’s Impact

  Brand Content | August 11, 2025 16:45 IST

  The 2025 championship not only crowned India as champions but also celebrated the achievements of Kazakhstan, the USA, and Kyrgyzstan, while setting a global agenda for chess in education.

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  Aarini Lahoty, five-year-old chess whiz, becomes youngest Indian female to become FIDE-rated player

  Other Sports | August 07, 2025 14:21 IST

  India's five-year-old chess genius Aarini Lahoty recently scripted history as she became the youngest Indian female to become a FIDE-rated player. She broke the record previously held by Udhriti Bhattacharya.

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  Divya Deshmukh's former coach draws World Cup winner's comparison with MS Dhoni

  Other Sports | July 28, 2025 22:32 IST

  The newly crowned FIDE Women's Chess World Champion Divya Deshmukh's former coach took centre stage and drew her comparison with former India skipper MS Dhoni relating her ability to handle pressure to that of Dhoni.

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  Who is Divya Deshmukh, the 19-year-old who scripted history at FIDE Women's Chess World Cup?

  Other Sports | July 28, 2025 18:12 IST

  With 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh scripting history and winning the FIDE women's Chess World Cup, after he recent win against Koneru Humpy, let us take a dive into the youngster's early days and her early achievements.

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  Divya Deshmukh defeats Koneru Humpy to clinch FIDE Chess World Cup title

  Other Sports | July 28, 2025 23:53 IST

  19-year-old Divya Deshmukh has scripted history after she defeated Kenoru Humpy in the final of the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup. Humpy was forced to retire on move 75 after some brilliant plays by Deshmukh.

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  Koneru Humpy defeats Lei Tingjie, sets up all-Indian final with Divya Deshmukh at FIDE Women's World

  Other Sports | July 24, 2025 22:25 IST

  India will crown its first Women’s World Cup champion as Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh set up a historic all-Indian final in Batumi. Humpy edged China’s Lei Tingjie in a tense tiebreak, joining Divya, who beat Tan Zhongyi, in the semis.

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  Divya Deshmukh creates history, becomes first Indian to reach FIDE women's World Cup final

  Other Sports | July 23, 2025 22:39 IST

  India’s Divya Deshmukh made history by becoming the first Indian to reach the FIDE Women’s World Cup final, defeating ex-World Champion Tan Zhongyi. The 19-year-old also secured a spot in the Candidates Tournament, keeping India’s hopes alive.

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  India to host Chess World Cup for first time in 23 years, dates revealed

  Other Sports | July 21, 2025 12:48 IST

  The prestigious FIDE Chess World Cup will take place in India for the first time this year. A total of 206 players will take part in the tournament and it will also decide the qualification spots in the 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament.