Soviet, non-Westerner who dared to take on the established seat of authority in the sport, and succeeded in toppling it.

Only one Indian has ever been world champion. No one has been world champion as a teenager (or at 20, or 21). Can Gukesh ...

Chess in India is growing rapidly, and the support we’ve received here reflects that,” the Norwegian said after receiving the ...

Bristy Mukherjee first touched the feet of Viswanathan Anand, before stepping up to Magnus Carlsen, showcasing her reverence ...

Carlsen topped the Blitz standings with 13 points, while USA’s Wesley So finished as runner-up with 11.5 points. Indian ...

It indeed went quite badly wrong for Arjun on Sunday, who led the tournament with just three rounds remaining, seeing his ...

Carlsen, taken aback by the unexpected homage, was momentarily speechless. His reaction, a wide and genuine smile, spoke volumes about the profound impact the gesture had on him. It was not just a ...

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin experienced a 'fanboy' moment, as he posted a picture on Instagram with Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand. From the post, it appeared that Ashwin and Anand ...

Magnus Carlsen’s long reign as the World chess champion began in India, 11 years ago in Chennai. After claiming the first of ...

Carlsen was left blushing during the Tata Steel Chess India Festival when India’s Bristy Mukherjee touched his feet on stage to seek blessings.

Magnus Carlsen won the Tata Steel Chess India blitz tournament with 13 points, despite a challenge from Arjun Erigaisi and ...