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Chess for Youth is back after six years!

03/10/2023 -

Chess for Youth is back after more than a six-year-long hiatus. The 13th edition is slated to start exactly a month from today, on 3rd November 2023. This tournament is the brainchild of the legend, India's second Grandmaster in history - Dibyendu Barua. The tournament has witnessed many titled and strong players not only participate, but also win the event. Seven players have won the previous twelve editions in the Premier section. GM Deep Sengupta won the highest number of times - three and also consecutively. Premier section is a star attraction of the event as titled players take part in this event. Since this is an unrated event, titled and strong players get to freely experiment and enjoy taking various challenges. Last date of registrations is 31st October 2023. Photo: Tournament Circular

ChessBase 17 and Mega 2023 are here

ChessBase 17 is the all-new program that helps you to manage all your databases as an ambitious player. Mega Database 2023 comes with 9.75 million games with over 110,000 games annotated by masters. The cost of ChessBase 17 is Rs.4199/- and the cost of Mega Database 2023 is Rs.5999/- However, if you go for the combo the total amount comes to Rs.8999/- helping you save Rs. 1198.

ChessBase 17 + Mega 2023 Combo

European Club Cup 2023 R2: Nihal Sarin perplexes Paulius, crosses 2700, now World no.35

03/10/2023 -

Nihal Sarin scored another scintillating win to cross 2700 in the live ratings. His second round win at European Chess Club Cup 2023 against the Lithuania no.1, GM Paulius Pultinevicius, made him the ninth Indian to surpass the 2700 barrier. This was certainly a long overdue and he did in an amazing manner. His team Tajfun SK Ljubljana won against MRU - ROSK Consulting 1.5-4.5. Magnus Carlsen played his first game of the event and he won it comfortably. Raunak Sadhwani playing next to the World no.1 on the same team Offerspill Sjakklubb also won his game. The Norwegian team defeated Wood Green 5-1. Armenia no.1 GM Haik Martirosyan also crossed 2700 in the very same round. Round 3 starts today at 3 p.m. local time, 6:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Niki Riga/ECCC 2023

19th Asian Games 2022 Team R4: Indian Men crush Kyrgyzstan 0.5-3.5

03/10/2023 -

Kyrgyzstan got crushed by the Indian Men 0.5-3.5 in the fourth round of 19th Asian Games 2022. GM D Gukesh, GM Vidit Gujrathi and GM Pentala Harikrishna scored comfortable wins. Only GM Arjun Erigaisi was held to a draw by FM Ruslan Sezdbekov. India currently has a score of 7/8, a full point behind the sole leader Iran 8/8. Vietnam, Uzbekistan and China are at 5/8 each. Indian Women suffered their first loss of the event against China 1.5-2.5. GM Koneru Humpy, GM Harika Dronavalli and IM Vantika Agrawal drew their respective games. Only IM Vaishali suffered a loss against the former Women's World Champion, GM Zhongyi Tan. Indian Men will be facing the tournament leader Iran, while Women will go against Mongolia in Round 5. It starts today from 3 p.m. local time, 12:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Official site

Asian Junior 2023 Silver medalist - Aswath S becomes the latest International Master of India

02/10/2023 -

15-year-old Aswath S secured Silver medal at Asian Junior 2023 Open. This earned him a direct IM title. The teenager is also the current National Sub-Junior Under-15 Open 2022 champion. The boy from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu became International Master by virtue of a direct title rule. At the beginning of this year, he crossed the rating criteria for direct title of 2200 in January 2023 FIDE rating list. He earned his maiden IM-norm few months ago at Silver Lake Open 2023 in Serbia. Aswath became India's latest IM on Friday 15th September 2023. India got two more IMs - Ayush Sharma and Ritviz Parab in the same month at Tsaghkadzor Open 2023. It will be mentioned in separate reports. Photo: Himank Ghosh

European Club Cup 2023 R1: Nihal baffles Bosiocic, moves to 2699

02/10/2023 -

Nihal Sarin scored a fantastic win against Marin Bosiocic in the first round of European Chess Club Cup 2023. The teenager launched a devastating attack on his opponent's attack. While computer might say that the first stage of the attack was thwarted, only a human can understand that it was incredibly difficult to defend. This win pushed Nihal's live rating to 2699. His team Tajfun SK Ljubljana scored a 0-6 whitewash victory over Chess Club Dardania. Pranav Venkatesh and Aditya Mittal made a winning start. Raunak Sadhwani was on the brink of defeat against IM Jasel Lopez. He had a great opportunity to win the game. Somehow he couldn't find it and settled for a draw. Offerspill Sjakklub won 0.5-5.5 against Bloemendaalse SV. Round 2 starts today at 3 p.m. local time, 6:30 p.m. IST. Photo: Shahid Ahmed

19th Asian Games 2022 Team R3: India decimates Kazakhstan and Indonesia

02/10/2023 -

Indian Women scored a hat-trick as Indonesia lost 0.5-3.5 in the third round of 19th Asian Games 2022. GM Koneru Humpy, GM Harika Dronavalli and IM Vantika Agrawal scored emphatic victories. Only IM Vaishali R was held to a draw by WIM Chelsie Monica Sihite Ignesias. Indian Men also scored a dominating victory 3-1, against Kazakhstan. GM D Gukesh outplayed Kazakhstan no.1 GM Rinat Jumabayev with a beautiful positional play. GM R Praggnanandhaa tricked Kazakhstan's latest GM Alisher Suleymenov in the endgame. GM Arjun Erigaisi and GM Pentala Harikrishna were held to draws by IM Ramazan Zhalmakhanov and IM Nogerbek Kazybek respectively. Indian Men will face Kyrgyzstan, while Women will take on the top seed, China in Round 4 which starts today from 3 p.m. local time, 12:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Official site

Raunak and Pranav Venkatesh set to play on Carlsen's team Offerspill Sjakklubb at European Club Cup 2023

01/10/2023 -

Raunak Sadhwani and Pranav Venkatesh will play in Magnus Carlsen's team - Offerspill Sjakklubb at 38th European Chess Club Cup 2023. Last year it was mostly Norwegian players with only player from Canada. However, this year, two Indian teenagers and strong GMs will get a huge opportunity to play side-by-side with the World no.1 and FIDE World Cup 2023 winner. It goes without saying that it will be a lifetime experience for them. Nihal Sarin will be seen in action for Tajfun ŠK Ljubljana. Aditya Mittal will play Gambit Asseco-SEE. Our very own maestro, Vishy Anand will return to his team Superchess which was formerly known as CSU ASE Superbet. Round 1 starts today at 3 p.m. local time, 6:30 p.m. IST. Photo: ECCC 2023

19th Asian Games 2022 Team R2: Indian Women victorious against Vietnam, Men draw versus Uzbekistan

01/10/2023 -

Indian Women defeated Vietnam 2.5-1.5 in the second round of 19th Asian Games 2022. IM Vaishali R scored the crucial victory for her team against WGM Thi Kim Phung Vo (VIE). GM Koneru Humpy was in deep trouble. Thankfully, her opponent IM Pham Le Thao Nguyen (VIE) could not capitalize on her huge chance. IM Vantika Agrawal had a great decisive advantage against WGM Thi Thanh An Nguyen (VIE). However, she couldn't seize her chance and the game ended in a draw. In the Men's section, India drew against Uzbekistan 2-2. GM D Gukesh got himself in slight trouble in the endgame against GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov (UZB). He managed to avoid the worst and draw the game. Indian men will face Kazakhstan and women will battle against Indonesia. Round 3 starts today from 3 p.m. local time, 12:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Official site

13-year-olds Arjun Adireddy and Shubhi Gupta are National Junior 2023 Open and Girls Champions

30/09/2023 -

CM Arjun Adireddy (TEL) scored an unbeaten 10/11 to win 52nd National Junior Under-19 Open 2023. Shubhi Gupta (UP) had a 9.5/11 score to win 37th National Junior Girls event. While Arjun finished a full point ahead, Shubhi became champion by staying a half point of the field. IM Manish Anto Cristiano F (TN) and Dhanashree Khairmode (MAH) scored sole 9/11 to secure second place. Yash Bharadia (RAJ) and Sneha Halder (WB) were adjudged third scoring 8.5/11 each. The total prize fund combining Open and Girls section was ₹1000000. The top three prizes in both Open and Girls sections were ₹100000, ₹72000 and ₹60000 along with a trophy each respectively. Both of them are 13-year-olds born on 1st January 2010. Photos: FA FI Juily Kulkarni

19th Asian Games 2022 Team R1: India beats Mongolia and Philippines 3.5-0.5

30/09/2023 -

Indian Men and Women defeated Mongolia and Philippines convincingly in the first round of 19th Asian Games 2022 Team. Both matches were decided with 3.5-0.5 score in favor of India. D Gukesh had a shaky start. He was on the brink of defeat against GM Sumiya Bilguun (MGL). However, he somehow managed to escape with a draw. His remaining teammates - R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi and Arjun Erigaisi won their respective games comfortably. Among the Women, only IM Vantika Agrawal was held to a draw by WIM Jan Jodilyn Fronda (PHI). GM Harika Dronavalli, IM Vaishali R and WGM Savitha Shri B won their respective games without any difficulty. Indian Men will face Uzbekistan, while the Women's team will be up against Vietnam. Round 2 starts today from 3 p.m. local time, 12:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Official site

Sarbartho Mani and Narayani Umesh Marathe dominate 36th National Under-7 Open and Girls 2023

29/09/2023 -

Sarbartho Mani (WB) scored a perfect 9/9 to win 36th National Under-7 Open 2023. Narayani Umesh Marathe (MAH) registered 8.5/9 to win the Girls event. Both champions finished a full point ahead of the field. Kavish Palaniappan K (TN) and Shivay Singh (UP) scored 8/9 to secure second and third place according to tie-breaks. Sanvitha A Shetty (KAR) scored sole 7.5/9 to be placed second. Nakshatra Gumudavelly (KAR) edged past five other girls to claim third place 7/9. The total prize fund combining Open and Girls section was ₹500000. The top three prizes in both Open and Girls sections were ₹50000, ₹36000 and ₹30000 along with a trophy each respectively. Photos: Shahid Ahmed

Anirudhha Potawad wins The Chembur Gymkhana 1st Rapid Rating Open 2023

29/09/2023 -

Anirudhha Potawad and IM Vikramaditya Kulkarni scored an unbeaten 8.5/9 each at The Chembur Gymkhana 1st Rapid Rating Open 2023. Anirudhha won the tournament due to better tie-breaks, Vikramaditya secured second place. Aakash Sharadchandra Dalvi, Pushkar Dere, Ankur Mahesh Gokhale and Jeet Shah scored 8/9 each. They were placed third to sixth according to tie-breaks. Anirudhha's sole draw occurred in the final round against the eventual second runner-up, Aakash. The total prize fund of the was ₹200000 and trophies. The top three prizes were ₹20000, ₹10000 and ₹80000. This is Anirudhha's sixth overall, first rating tournament triumph and 14th podium finish of 2023. Aniudhha is certainly delivering great performances this year consistently. Photos: Gajengi Rajababu

India to face Mongolia and Philippines at 19th Asian Games 2022 today

29/09/2023 -

Vidit Gujrathi got himself very close to winning a medal in the individual rapid event of 19th Asian Games 2022. However, that event need to be put behind as the team event starts today. India is the top seed in the Men's event, while India is the second seed in the Women. D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi, Arjun Erigaisi and Pentala Harikrishna will be battling in the Men. GM Koneru Humpy, GM Harika Dronavalli, IM Vaishali R, IM Vantika Agrawal and WGM Savitha Shri B comprises the Women's team. Men will face Mongolia and Women will be up against Philippines in the first round. Round 1 starts today from 3 p.m. local time, 12:30 p.m. IST. Photo: IM Irene Sukandar

David Brodsky triumphs at 89th Annual Southwest Open 2023, Koustav, Rahul and Saksham share second place

28/09/2023 -

GM David Brodsky (USA) scored an unbeaten 6/7 to win 89th Annual Southwest Open 2023. He finished a half point ahead of the field. Seven players - GM Koustav Chatterjee, GM Ivan Schitco (MDA), FM Sharvesh R Deviprasath (USA), IM Karolis Juksta (LTU), GM Rahul Srivasthav P, IM Saksham Rautela and Lucius Melillo (USA) scored 5.5/7 each. They shared second place. The winner received US$ 1200 + plauqe. The eight players who shared second place got US$ 400 each. This was Koustav's first tournament in USA. All three Indians who shared second place are a student of University of Texas at Dallas. Photos: Texas Chess Association

National Junior 2023 R10: Arjun Adireddy stays ahead, Shubhi and Dhanashree race towards the title

28/09/2023 -

CM Arjun Adireddy (TEL) was held to a draw by Manas Gaikwad (MAH) in the penultimate round of 52nd National Junior 2023 Open. Srihari L (PUD) also drew his game against IM Manish Anto Cristiano F (TN). Thus, Arjun mantained his sole lead 9/10. Kartavya Anadkat (GUJ) defeated Alekhya Mukhopadhyay (WB) to move to 8/10. He will face Arjun in the final round. Manas is the only one trailing the leader by a half point at 8.5/10. In the Girls section, Shubhi Gupta (UP) and Dhanashree Khairmode (MAH) defeated Sneha Halder (WB) and Dakshita Kumawat (RAJ) respectively to maintain their lead 8.5/10. Final Round 11 starts today from 10 a.m. IST. Photos: FA FI Juily Kulkarni