Chess  

Koneru Humpy has became the only Indian to win the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship twice. From a young prodigy to a world champion, her journey is marked by dedication and numerous accolades, inspiring aspiring chess players globally.

Gukesh has created history as the youngest World Chess Champion. Learn about his journey, the role of Velammal School, and Chennai's rise as India's chess hub.

Gukesh has made history by winning the World Chess Championship, becoming the youngest ever champion at the age of 18.

In a historic moment for the world of chess, India’s D. Gukesh became the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating China’s Ding Liren in a 14-round match at the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, held in Singapore. The 18-year-old prodigy emerged victorious after a dramatic final game, marking a monumental achievement for the chess community and India.
 

Gukesh defeated Ding Liren to become the youngest World Chess Champion, surpassing Garry Kasparov's record. Prime Minister Modi and other prominent figures lauded Gukesh's historic win, which makes him the second Indian to hold the title after Viswanathan Anand.

For the first time, both the Indian men's and women's teams have been crowned champions at the Chess Olympiad. 

The Indian women's team has made history at the Chess Olympiad by winning its first-ever gold medal in the women's category.

Each of India’s 28 states and 8 union territories has its unique dress, cuisine, and culture. Innovations such as zero, algebra, chess, and diamond mining originated here. Here are 10 fascinating facts about India.

Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa has created history by defeating the World No 1 and 2 at the Norway Chess Tournament in classical chess.

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa is an Indian grandmaster. He defeated the World Number 1 chess player, Magnus Carlsen, in a classical ‘over the board’ match for the first time. (Image Credits: Facebook)

R. Praggnanandhaa defeated Magnus Carlsen in the Superbet Rapid and Blitz Chess Tournament 2024. Anand Mahindra took to X and praised the 18-year-old for his historic triumph. 

Gukesh D,  a 17-year-old chess grandmaster, recently became the youngest chess player to win the FIDE Candidates Tournament. The entire nation is lauding him, and Anand Mahindra also made a post on X congratulating him and called him 'Chaturanga Champ'. 

Gukesh, a 17-year-old from Chennai, became the only second Indian, after Viswanathan Anand, to be chosen for the World Championship match. While winning his last round game over American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura, Gukesh scored 9 of a maximum fourteen points.
 

India has deep roots in history and has been a major contributor to changing the world. From inventions like Zero, chess, yoga, surgery, and Ayurveda, India’s heritage achievements have an incredible mark on the world. 
 

Arpita Mukherjee is an Indian actress and playback singer. She made headlines when she was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on 23 July 2022 for her alleged involvement in the teaching recruitment scam in West Bengal School Service Commission.