Magnus Carlsen’s ‘Jeansgate’ Sparks FIDE To Ease Chess Attire Rules
Magnus Carlsen’s exit from the World Rapid & Blitz Championship after being fined for wearing jeans, famously termed “Jeansgate,” sparked widespread debate on whether traditional chess dress codes need to adapt to a more modern outlook.
Aug 30, 2025, 13:24 PM IST
Meet World Champion With Rs 4,30,00,00,000 Net Worth, Who Dominated The World At The Age Of 19, Once Compared With Gary Kasparov; He Is…
Magnus Carlsen, born in Norway in 1990, is one of the greatest chess players ever, becoming a grandmaster at 13 and world No. 1 at 19. Here's his journey from chess grandmaster to the first Esports winner.
Aug 02, 2025, 15:06 PM IST
Chess Finds Its Lost Charm Back In India With Young Grandmasters Inspiring Millions
The sensational rise of young chess players like R. Praggnanandhaa and D. Gukesh has profoundly impacted the aspirations of Indian youth, transforming chess from a niche hobby into a viable and even glamorous career path.
Jul 16, 2025, 22:20 PM IST
Meet Harikrishnan A Ra, Who Became India’s 87th Grandmaster After Seven Years Of Grit
A 23-year-old International Master from Chennai, Harikrishnan earned his final GM norm at the La Plagne International Chess Festival in France on 11 July 2025, drawing with fellow Indian Pranesh Iniyan in the decisive last round. Here's how he became the 87th grand master.
Jul 13, 2025, 14:00 PM IST
Gukesh Beats Magnus Carlsen Again, Takes Commanding Lead In SuperUnited Rapid And Blitz 2025
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh stuns world no. 1 Magnus Carlsen for the second time, leading the SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz 2025 in Zagreb with a five-game winning streak.
Jul 04, 2025, 12:47 PM IST
Norway Chess 2025: Magnus Carlsen Slams Table After Shock Loss To D Gukesh - Watch Video
In a stunning upset, 19-year-old Indian prodigy D Gukesh defeated chess legend Magnus Carlsen, prompting a rare display of frustration from the world number one.
Jun 02, 2025, 16:43 PM IST
Fascinating Facts About The Timeless Game Of Chess
Chess is a game of deep strategy and rich history, with many fascinating aspects. Chess evolved from an Indian game called Chaturanga around the 6th century. It spread through Persia, where it became Shatranj, and later reached Europe. Here are some intriguing facts:
Feb 06, 2025, 10:51 AM IST
D Gukesh Receives GRAND Welcome At Chennai Airport After Winning FIDE Candidates 2024
Gukesh became only the second Indian player to win the Candidates Tournament, after Viswanathan Anand. Five-time world champion Anand's victory came in 2014.
Apr 25, 2024, 13:38 PM IST
PICS: D Gukesh Gets Rousing Reception Outside Venue After Winning Fide World Candidates Tournament
D Gukesh became the youngest-ever man to get into the final of the World Chess Championships at age of just 17.
Apr 22, 2024, 12:16 PM IST
Meet Ashwath Kaushik, The 8-Year-Old Prodigy Who Defeated A Chess Grandmaster
Kaushik, originally from India, has called Singapore home for the last six years. His journey into the spotlight began at the tender age of six when he clinched triple gold in the Under-8 category of the Eastern Asian Youth Championship in 2022.
Feb 21, 2024, 12:52 PM IST
Sports Success Story: Unveiling The Remarkable Success Story Of Chess Grandmaster Harika Dronavalli
Harika Dronavalli is an Indian chess grandmaster and former world junior girls' chess champion known for her strategic prowess on the chessboard.
Jan 12, 2024, 14:15 PM IST
Chess World Cup Silver Medallist R Praggnanandhaa Meets PM Modi With Family, See Pics Here
Praggnanandhaa fought hard but fell short with Carlsen summoning all his big match experience when it mattered the most.
Aug 31, 2023, 22:10 PM IST