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22 Sep 2024

Indian Men And Women Win Maiden Chess Olympiad Gold Medals

The women's team beat Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5 to clinch the title. Indian men had earlier won two bronze -- in 2014 and 2022 -- in the tournament.

13 Dec 2023

Jesse February: All You Need To Know About SA Chess Prodigy - In Pics

In the realm where cricket meets chess, an unexpected link surfaced during the Global Chess League in Dubai, capturing the attention of sports enthusiasts worldwide. The face behind the mystery girl in the viral photos with Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal is none other than South African chess prodigy Jesse February. As we dive into the chessboard and beyond, let's unravel the story behind this captivating encounter, exploring Jesse February's triumphs, Yuzvendra Chahal's chess passion, and the digital ventures that add layers to these sports personalities' fascinating lives.

30 Nov 2022

TN BJP chief alleges security lapses during PM Modi's visit to Chennai

TN BJP chief met the state governor on Tuesday He urged him to begin a probe on alleged security lapse of PM during his visit

30 Jul 2022

Chess Olympiad: Red-hot India 'B' thrash Estonia 4-0

India 'B' blanked Estonia 4-0 in the second round of the Open section in the 44th Chess Olympiad here on Saturday while the second-seeded 'A' team defeated Moldova 3.5-0.5 to make it two wins from as many matches.

28 Jul 2022

DNA: Analysis of Pakistan's propaganda on Kashmir

Today, the Chess Olympiad that PM Narendra Modi has inaugurated in Chennai, Pakistan has made it the center of dirty politics. Pakistan announced a few hours before the Chess Olympiad that it was withdrawing its participation.

28 Jul 2022

DNA: Pakistan exposed at 44th Chess Olympiad

The reason for Pakistan choosing the issue of Jammu and Kashmir in the Chess Olympiad is 'reach of the Olympiad'. Let us tell you that 187 countries are participating in this game, and Pakistan could not have had a better chance than this to spread propaganda on Jammu and Kashmir.

44th Chess Olympiad

28 Jul 2022

Chennai all set to host 44th Chess Olympiad

In a short while, the Chess Olympiad is going to begin in Chennai. Prime Minister Modi will attend the inauguration ceremony.

28 Jul 2022

'Tamil Nadu has..': PM Narendra Modi declares open 44th Chess Olympiad - Watch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the 44th Chess Olympiad open at a grand function held at JLN Indoor Stadium, Chennai on Thursday. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, actor Rajinikanth and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur were among those present at the ceremony.

20 Jun 2022

In Pics: PM Narendra Modi launches historic torch relay for 44th Chess Olympia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the historic torch relay for the 44th Chess Olympiad on Sunday (June 19) at 5 pm at Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi. Here are some pictures from the event.

Viswanathan Anand

18 Jun 2022

Viswanathan Anand says THIS about Praggnanandhaa ahead of Chess Olympiad

The 44th edition of the world`s biggest chess event will be held in Mahabalipuram near Chennai from July 28 to August 10.

17 Sep 2020

Indian chess team celebrates its Olympiad victory with a unique Twitter chat

On August 30, the Indian team created history by winning its first-ever gold in the 2020 Online Chess Olympiad. This was the first time International Chess Federation (FIDE) was holding the Olympiad in an online format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. India and Russia became the co-champions after the game was halted due to the internet outage.

World Anti-doping Agency (WADA)

10 Dec 2019

WADA ban on Russia may not impact FIDE chief, chess tournaments

The four-year ban on Russia from all sporting activity by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) may not have any impact on former Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Arkady Dvorkovich - who is also the current President of FIDE - and also the tournaments to be held in Russia, said a FIDE official on Tuesday.

01 Oct 2018

Chess Olympiad: Indian men beat Egypt; Women hold Georgia

Indian women played out a hard-fought draw against experienced Georgia 1 team

24 Sep 2018

Viswanathan Anand rests as Indian men take on El Salvador

Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand is expected to rest on Tuesday as the Indian men take on El Salvador in the 43rd Chess Olympiad.

Viswanathan Anand

20 Mar 2018

With change of rules and attitude, India to field strongest team at Chess Olym

The five-member Indian men's team at the Olympiad will be spearheaded by five-time World Champion and presently the World No.10 Grand Master Viswanathan Anand.

Viswanathan Anand

05 Jan 2018

Viswanathan Anand interested to be part of India team for Chess Olympiad

Six-time world champion Viswanathan Anand on Friday expressed interest to be part of the Indian team for the Chess Olympiad to be held in Georgia later this year.

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