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Indian chess’s T20 specialist: Teen who took on world champion Magnus CarlsenSubscriber Only
June 10, 2020 13:24 IST
On Friday, Nihal Sarin took on Magnus Carlsen in a series of one-minute chess shootouts. At the end of these “bullet games”, the score read: Carlsen 19, Sarin 13.
‘Finally good to be coming home’: Vishwanathan Anand after completing quarantine in Bangalore
June 7, 2020 11:49 IST
Vishwanathan Anand was in Germany to play in the Chess Bundesliga but only managed to reach Bangalore last week where he had been kept under quarantine at the Taj Hotel.
When the wait finally ended for Viswanathan AnandSubscriber Only
May 31, 2020 07:58 IST
Viswanathan Anand had had several near misses before he finally scaled the summit of world chess
Stuck in Germany for over 3 months, Viswanathan Anand to finally return home
May 30, 2020 15:25 IST
Viswanathan Anand will undergo 14 days quarantine as per rules laid down by the Karnataka government.
From Kasparov to Carlsen: Five of the greatest chess matches ever played
June 3, 2020 19:45 IST
Professional chess has seen some classic matches which have been a masterclass in strategy, tactical thinking, and the art of outwitting your opponent.
Chess plays on while other sports struggle to cope with Covid-19 pandemic
May 28, 2020 15:06 IST
At a time sporting activity has been hit hard across the globe due to Covid-19 pandemic, chess is one sport which seems to keep ticking, thanks to technology as online tournaments kept players busy.
Alireza Firouzja: Champ in the makingSubscriber Only
May 29, 2020 14:35 IST
Alireza Firouzja is one of the rare players to unnerve Magnus Carlsen, and his immense potential has prompted France and US to pursue the Iranian’s signature
‘Introduction of computers has changed the approach to chess’: V Anand
May 23, 2020 17:09 IST
"The chess I learnt in the 80s, we no longer play chess like that," said Viswanathan Anand whilst talking about how he had to work hard to become the player he is today.
Grandmaster P Iniyan to organise ‘Chess Marathon’ to raise funds for Covid-19 relief
May 12, 2020 20:40 IST
Grandmaster P Iniyan will take on several players in blitz games during the three-day event with the money collected going to the PM CARES Fund and the state Chief Minister's relief fund.
Viswanathan Anand rested as India lose to China in Online Nations Cup
May 9, 2020 21:53 IST
With Viswanathan Anand resting, India managed to hold their own against the favourites before Yu Yangyi subdued B Adhiban with black pieces to secure another victory in the tournament.
India loses to Rest of World in Online Nations Cup
May 6, 2020 08:18 IST
Top-seeded China took the lead with its second win, defeating Europe 3-1 after winning the first match by a similar margin against Rest of the World.
Online blitz chess tournament raises Rs 4 lakh for Kerala CM Relief Fund
May 4, 2020 11:50 IST
British chess legend and FIDE (world chess federation) vice-president Nigel Short, who participated, said he was glad to be of help in the fight against COVID-19.
Chess for Charity: Yuzvendra Chahal, Viswanathan Anand among others to raise Rs 8.8 lakh for waste pickers community
April 26, 2020 21:45 IST
Former world champion Viswanathan Anand and India cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal among others took part in an online chess charity event, raising Rs 8.8 lakh for the waste pickers' community fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chess greats face off online, webcams, arbiters to watch movesSubscriber Only
April 24, 2020 17:46 IST
“It is an elite event. Only the best players in the world. They would never risk their reputation,” said David Llada of FIDE, adding that the world body would do everything technology permits to guarantee that conditions for the event are not corrupted by those participating.
Viswanathan Anand to lead Indian challenge in Online Nations Cup
April 22, 2020 08:02 IST
Viswanathan Anand will lead the Indian challenge in the Online Nations Cup which will see six teams take part.
Viswanathan Anand joins WWF India as ambassador for environment education
April 16, 2020 21:21 IST
WWF India's environment education programme is as old as the organisation itself, starting way back in 1976 with the Nature Clubs of India (NCI) initiative.
PM Modi lauds chess players’ innovative method of raising money
April 15, 2020 19:37 IST
In India, the COVID-19 pandemic has so far claimed over 350 lives while infecting close to 12,000 across the country.
Lockdown: Teen chess wizards keep composure; stay busy with online events
April 7, 2020 14:04 IST
R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh and P Iniyan -- the teen brigade of Indian chess is unfazed about being confined to home due to the national lockdown to contain the spread of coronavirus, which has claimed more than 100 lives in India.
French chess team quarantined in Russia plan next move
March 29, 2020 10:17 IST
The tournament was derailed when an Irish player was diagnosed with the coronavirus, forcing other participants into quarantine.
Indian teen Bharat Subramaniyam upsets Chinese GM, shares top spot
February 23, 2020 13:00 IST
Bharat Subramaniyam now shares the top spot with Azerbaijan GM Rauf Mamedov, who was held to a draw by India's S P Sethuraman. Both Subramniyam and Mamedov have 3.5 points.
Vidit Gujrathi loses play-off to finish second in Prague chess tournament
February 22, 2020 13:14 IST
With five players ending up with five points, the two best players with tie-break scores faced off in a blitz to decide the champion. The 16-year old Alireza Firouzja of Iran showed his abilities, winning both the games to capture the title.
Koneru Humpy, Dronvalli Harika held to draws in Cairns Cup chess
February 15, 2020 12:49 IST
Humpy, the Indian no.1, took on Krush in a Nimzo-Indian game and could not force a result as the American held on in 52 moves. Harika with white pieces, was up against Yip who appeared to be regaining her form after a poor start and the two signed the peace treaty after 43 moves.
Vidit Gujrathi posts win against Sam Shankland in Prague Chess opener
February 13, 2020 14:53 IST
In the Vidit Gujrathi-Sam Shankland match, the Indian cashed in on his opponent's only mistake and proceeded to win in 32 moves, continuing his dominance over the American.
Koneru Humpy wins, D Harika loses in Cairns Cup
February 12, 2020 14:28 IST
Koneru Humpy, after suffering defeat in the second round, returned to winning ways with a superb victory against overnight leader Nana Dzagnidze with black pieces on Tuesday.
Viswanthan Anand draws with Jan-Krzysztof Duda, ends joint sixth in Tata Steel Chess
January 28, 2020 12:49 IST
Anand raised expectations of an improved finish by beating Alireza Firouza in the 11th round but following two back-to-back draws thereafter, the Indian ace finished on a 50 percent score.
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