Goutham Krishna H, a 15-year-old International Master from Trivandrum, defeated elite grandmasters like Radjabov and Aravindh on Day 1 of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz in Doha, scoring 4/5. Read his inspiring story.
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen returns to Qatar for the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships. He discusses his strained FIDE ties, 'jeansgate', and family as his motivation. The event boasts a €1M+ prize fund.
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen returns to the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships in Doha. He cites personal ties, not FIDE, as key reason for his participation. Read about the event details and his 'jeansgate' comments.
World champion D. Gukesh heads to the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha with a relaxed mindset, aiming to experiment and enjoy. A strong Indian contingent, including Praggnanandhaa, is also in the fray.
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh shares his relaxed mindset ahead of the World Rapid & Blitz Championship in Samarkand. Read his thoughts on pressure, preparation, and the upcoming Candidates.
Fortnite's Bleach collaboration adds powerful new weapons. Our guide shows you exactly where to find the Dual Zangetsu and Fully Hollowfied Ichigo Mask to complete quests and dominate the Blitz mode.
Lucknow celebrated grassroots football as Stella Maris and Techtro FC won titles at the Sansad Khel Mahotsav finale in Jai Jagat Park, dedicated to Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Read more.
Indian chess star Vidit Gujrathi, after intense burnout, steps back from tournaments. He now creates AI-powered chess training websites for elite players through 'vibe coding'. Read his story.
Indian chess star Vidit Gujrathi, after Candidates burnout, is now 'vibe coding' elite training websites. He explains his conscious step back from intense competition. Read his story.
Global superstar Pitbull will perform at the Allstate Championship Tailgate on Jan 19, 2026, ahead of the CFP National Championship in Miami. The event kicks off a festival weekend of music, fan activities, and community initiatives.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 gets a major content drop with updates to Blitz Royale, Reload, and Ranked modes. Grab a free Felinos skin via Ranked challenges. New POIs, weapons, and rewards await!
Sarvagya Singh Kushwaha, aged 3 years and 7 months from Madhya Pradesh, makes history as the youngest player ever to earn a FIDE rapid rating of 1572. Discover his incredible journey.
Follow live updates as the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw unfolds, determining the groups for a record 48 teams, including champions Argentina and finalists France. Discover the path to glory.
The Bengaluru zonal round of the prestigious PV Quiz Championship 2024-25 will be held on December 15. Over 200 students are expected to compete for a spot in the national finals. Read more about the event details and registration.
The once-prestigious PAU cycling velodrome in Ludhiana, built in 1989, is now in severe disrepair. Cracked tracks, poor lighting, and lack of funding threaten its legacy and rider safety. Read more.
From Rekha & Kajol's bold statement to Aishwarya Rai's TIME cover, explore 5 iconic Bollywood magazine covers that broke norms and defined eras. Dive into the history!
Hell Energy Drink announces its first-ever Intercollegiate Cricket Turf Championship 2025 in Mumbai, featuring 32 college teams competing for a grand prize. Discover the details and impact on youth sports.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 1 Pacific Break is here, but fan modes are temporarily vaulted. Epic Games reveals return dates for Ranked, Reload, Blitz, OG, and Delulu. Get all details.
Sunny Singh from DDUGU makes India proud by securing 9th position at 2025 Senior World Kickboxing Championship in Abu Dhabi. University officials celebrate his achievement.
The FIDE World Cup final remains undecided after a 1-1 classical score. The champion will be determined Wednesday through rapid and blitz tie-breaks. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion!
10-year-old Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan wins women's first prize at UK Open Blitz Championships. Read about her incredible journey and records.
After winning gold at the FIDE World Team Championship, Russia's chess chief boasts their school is the world's best. India, without its grandmasters, exited in the quarter-finals.
FIDE introduces a strict dress code for the World Rapid & Blitz chess. Fines for wrinkled clothing, unkempt looks & betting logos. Will Carlsen comply?
Magnus Carlsen confirms World Rapid & Blitz Championship return with jeans promise. World champion Gukesh leads 41-strong Indian contingent in Doha from Dec 25-30. Read more!
Ukrainian delegation formally objects to Russian team competing under FIDE flag at Women's World Team Championship in Spain. Read about the ongoing controversy and legal arguments.
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi played a calm draw with Wei Yi at the FIDE World Cup 2025. A victory on Tuesday would secure his spot in the semifinals. Follow for live updates!
Grandmaster Levon Aronian discusses his emotional return to Goa for FIDE World Cup 2025, recalling his 2002 World Junior Championship victory and career revival. Exclusive insights from TOI Sports.
American GM Hikaru Nakamura incorrectly predicted 6 out of 8 Chess World Cup matches, underlining the tournament's extreme unpredictability in Goa.
Indian chess star Arjun Erigaisi held China's Wei Yi to a quick 31-move draw in FIDE World Cup quarterfinals. The Warangal prodigy maintains Candidates qualification hopes.
Faith-led immigration protest at Chicago's Broadview facility escalates into clashes. 21 demonstrators detained, 4 officers injured amid Operation Midway Blitz outrage. Read full details.