Anand leads Tata Steel Chess India Rapid with 2.5 points
Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand shares the lead at the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid event after a strong opening day. Get the full results and highlights here.
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Anand returns to Indian chess, faces his students in Kolkata
Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand returns to competitive chess in India after six years at the Tata Steel Rapid and Blitz event in Kolkata. He faces a unique challenge against his own star pupils. Read the full story.
Anand returns to Tata Steel Chess India after 6-year hiatus
Viswanathan Anand makes a celebrated return to the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz in Kolkata. Get insights on Praggnanandhaa's focus and Hans Niemann's form. Follow the action!
Kolkata Rapid & Blitz: A Dutch Legacy Powers India's Chess Hub
Discover how Kolkata became the nerve centre of world chess. The story of Tata Steel Chess India, from its roots in a 1938 Dutch village to a premier rapid & blitz tournament. Starts Jan 7.
Gukesh pulls out of Kolkata chess, Nihal Sarin replaces
Indian chess star D Gukesh withdraws from the Kolkata Rapid & Blitz tournament citing personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him, but his absence dims the Anand vs. Ding clash. Read more.
Gukesh pulls out of Kolkata chess tournament
World champion D Gukesh withdraws from Tata Steel Chess India 2026 in Kolkata due to personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him. Details on the star-studded lineup inside.
AIADMK Begins State-Wide Manifesto Tour, Ticket Interviews
AIADMK's manifesto committee starts a state-wide tour from Jan 7. Party to interview over 9,000 ticket aspirants from Jan 9. Key details on election preparations inside.
Gukesh withdraws from Kolkata chess event, Nihal Sarin in
World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju pulls out of Tata Steel Chess India in Kolkata due to personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him. Tournament director calls it a big setback for fans.
Madras HC Allows Memorial Stupa for 1755 Battle Heroes
Madras High Court permits a memorial stupa for the 1755 Natham Kanavai war, drawing parallels to Stan Swamy's memorial. Justice G.R. Swaminathan highlights forgotten history and India's 'salad bowl' unity. Read more.
PM Modi Congratulates Arjun Erigaisi for World Blitz Bronze
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi for winning bronze at the FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship in Doha. This historic win follows his rapid chess bronze, marking India's rising dominance in global chess.
Carlsen's 9th Blitz Gold, Erigaisi's Bronze for India
Magnus Carlsen extends his dominance with a 9th World Blitz Chess title. India's Arjun Erigaisi wins a historic bronze, joining Viswanathan Anand in an elite club. Read the full story.
Arjun Erigaisi wins double bronze at World Chess Championships
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi clinched bronze medals in both Rapid and Blitz events at the World Championships in Doha, matching a feat last achieved by Viswanathan Anand. Read his inspiring journey.
Arjun Erigaisi wins World Rapid Chess bronze, emulates Anand
Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi finally clinched a World Championship medal, securing bronze at the World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. Read his journey of resilience.
SG Pipers Qualify for Global Chess League Final
SG Pipers clinch a spot in the Global Chess League final despite a loss, edging out Ganges Grandmasters on game points. Defending champions Continental Kings await. Read the thrilling match details.
SC Resolves Kerala University VC Appointment Deadlock
The Supreme Court has resolved the impasse over Vice-Chancellor appointments in Kerala universities, calling it a 'very happy ending'. Read the full details of the consensus.
Gukesh vs Anand: Historic Chess Clash in Kolkata
For the first time, India's two World Chess Champions, Viswanathan Anand and D Gukesh, will face off at the Tata Steel India Chess from Jan 7-11. Don't miss this historic battle!
Anand beats Gukesh in Mumbai's Global Chess League clash
Viswanathan Anand defeats D Gukesh in a generational clash at the Global Chess League in Mumbai. The five-time world champion secured his first win, leading his team to a 12-3 victory. Read the full match report.
Anand beats Gukesh in Global Chess League 2025
Viswanathan Anand defeats world champion D Gukesh in a sharp Sicilian battle at the Global Chess League 2025. Ganges Grandmasters beat PBG Alaskan Knights 12-3. Read the full analysis.
Russian Chess Star Sergey Karjakin Praises India
Russian chess grandmaster Sergey Karjakin lauds India as a friendly nation, discusses his political stance, and shares insights on the World Chess Championship. Read his exclusive interview.
Microsoft AI Team's 'AI Deadline'; Arjun Erigaisi Defeats Chess Legend Anand
Microsoft's AI design head mandates an 'AI deadline' for her team's transformation. In chess, Arjun Erigaisi defeats Viswanathan Anand. Also: RBSE 2026 dates, Mammootty's iconic shirt, and more.
Arjun Erigaisi defeats Viswanathan Anand to win Jerusalem Masters
Young Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi beats legend Viswanathan Anand in a tense final to clinch the Jerusalem Masters title and a $55,000 prize. Read the full story.
Arjun Erigaisi beats Viswanathan Anand to win Jerusalem Masters
Arjun Erigaisi claims Jerusalem Masters title, defeating legend Viswanathan Anand in the final. The win comes as a rebound from his FIDE World Cup heartbreak. Read the full story.
Saswata Chatterjee at Aranyer Din Ratri Re-release
Veteran actor Saswata Chatterjee and filmmaker Ashoke Viswanathan were spotted at the special re-release of Satyajit Ray's classic film Aranyer Din Ratri. Witness this nostalgic cinematic moment.
Goa to Introduce Chess in All Schools Post World Cup
Goa CM announces chess expansion to all schools following successful FIDE World Cup 2025. State aims to become India's premier sporting hub with legacy initiatives.
Viswanathan Anand Inspires Artist's Chess-Themed Exhibition
Artist Arvind Sundar's Mumbai exhibition explores chess, mathematics and art after a chance encounter with chess legend Viswanathan Anand. Discover how this meeting transformed his artistic practice.
Himalayan songbird visits Bengaluru in rare sighting
A Himalayan Rubythroat spotted in Bengaluru! Scientist Ashwin Viswanathan explains this rare avian visitor's unexpected appearance. Discover the weather mystery behind this unusual migration.
FIDE World Cup 2025: Goa Hosts Chess with Anand Tribute
The prestigious FIDE World Cup 2025 kicks off in Goa, featuring a special tribute to Indian chess icon Viswanathan Anand with the tournament trophy named in his honor. Discover the exciting details about this landmark chess championship.
Chess World Cup 2025 Trophy Named After Viswanathan Anand
In a fitting tribute to India's chess icon, FIDE announces the Chess World Cup 2025 trophy will be named after Viswanathan Anand, celebrating his monumental contribution to the game worldwide.
Anand launches Global Chess League Centre in Dallas
Indian chess icon Viswanathan Anand inaugurates revolutionary Global Chess League Experience Centre in Dallas, bringing cutting-edge chess technology to American audiences.
Anand Launches Global Chess League Center in Dallas
Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand inaugurates groundbreaking Global Chess League Experience Center in Dallas, featuring cutting-edge technology and interactive exhibits to transform chess engagement worldwide.
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