Indian chess one step away from historic achievement

Demeanour is an important element in sport. It’s not decisive but indicative. If you happened to…

Fearless approach sets this generation apart: Surya Shekhar Ganguly

“The hunger to succeed is greater than the fear of loss,” said Grandmaster Surya Shekhar Ganguly.…

The Chess Olympiad challenge will get tougher, but Indians have shown they can do it

It’s something to start a tournament as the favourites, and something else to live up to…

Other teams are afraid of us: Dibyendu Barua on India at Chess Olympiad

The Indian teams are the sole leaders in the open and women’s sections after six rounds…

After great start at Chess Olympiad, it’s about handing pressure

The Indian campaign at the Chess Olympiad has got off to a robust start. After four…

Praggnanandhaa, and the lull before and after the storm

Confidence manifests itself in several ways. For some, it’s a triumphant expression, an announcement of aggro,…

Chess on celluloid  adds to the national imagination

Just days before Sachin: A Billion Dreams was all set to hit movie screens around the…

System transparency will draw sponsors to Rs 65-cr plan: AICF prez Narang

Indian chess remains a newsmaker. Close on the heels of D Gukesh’s historic triumph at the…

Gukesh-Ding to clash in USA before world championship final

If things go as scheduled, D Gukesh will lock horns with Ding Liren before their World…

AICF governing body to discuss 5-year action plan on May 4; extends support to D Gukesh for World Championship match

The All India Chess Federation (AICF) is keen to ride the momentum created by the success…