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Deccan Herald
2 days ago
- Deccan Herald
Sree Ayyappa Education Centre students shine in yoga championship
Students of Sree Ayyappa Education Centre (CBSE) excelled at the 5th Karnataka State Open Yogasana Championship 2025. Aditi Akhil (Class 2A) and Mayuri N (Class 5C) secured A+ grades, while Spurthi D (Class 5C) and Shreenidhi V Patil (Class 5C) secured A grades. The school praised their dedication and discipline in achieving this success.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
St. Anselm's Senior Secondary School, Jaipur crowned champions of CBSE West Zone Under-17 Chess Championship
Jaipur: In a thrilling display of strategy and composure, the team from St. Anselm's Senior Secondary School, Mansarovar, Jaipur (Rajasthan) emerged unbeaten champions of the CBSE West Zone Under-17 Boys Chess Championship 2025-26, held from July 27 to 30 at the TSS International School, Morena, Madhya Pradesh. Competing against 37 top schools from across the western region, the St. Anselm's team delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a total of 12 match points out of a possible 14, securing the first rank in the final standings after seven rounds of Swiss-system play. The champion team consisted of Siddhant Chaturvedi (captain), Viraj Mangal, Aditya Dhyani and Rishi Chaturvedi. Each team member played a vital role, combining tactical depth and sharp focus to lead their school to victory in this prestigious inter-school championship recognized by CBSE. The championship featured teams in U-11, U-14, U-17, and U-19 age groups in both boys' and girls' categories, conducted under FIDE rules and All India Chess Federation guidelines. The event was flawlessly hosted by TSS International School, Morena. The team's success was greatly supported by WAVES and the Royal Jaipur Chess Club, whose continued efforts in chess development played a key role in this achievement. With this victory, St. Anselm's Sr. Sec. School, Jaipur has not only brought laurels to Rajasthan but has also qualified for the CBSE National Chess Championship 2025-26, to be held later this year. Finals standings after 7 rounds 1. St Anslem's Senior Secondary School, Jaipur 2. Alwar Public School, Rajasthan 3. Sangam School of Excellence 4. DAV BR PS Bina, MP 5. Neerja Modi School, Mansarovar, Jaipur 6. St Xavier's Senior Secondary School, Jaipur 7. Little Angels High School, Gwalior, MP 8. St Anthony Senior Secondary School, Rajasthan 9. Seedling Modern Public School 10. Naimisharanya School, Bhavnagar, Gujarat.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Who is Divya Deshmukh? Meet the first Indian woman to win FIDE Women's World Cup Champion title
India has a new chess queen! Divya Deshmukh, the teenage sensation from Nagpur, created history by becoming the FIDE Women's World Cup Champion 2025. With this grand win, she has become the first Indian woman ever to win this prestigious title, marking a monumental moment for Indian chess on the global stage. In a nail-biting final held in Batumi, Georgia, Divya Deshmukh faced off against Indian chess legend Koneru Humpy, who is also a world chess champion in rapid format. After both classical games ended in tense draws, the match went into the tie-break rounds. The turning point came in the second rapid tie-break game, where Divya took full advantage of a small mistake made by the 38-year-old Humpy in the 54th move. With nerves of steel and sharp tactical play, the 19-year-old sealed her victory and couldn't hold back her tears. This triumph made her the FIDE Women's World Cup champion, a title every chess player dreams of. Divya Becomes India's 88th Grandmaster and 4th Woman GM 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐲𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐮𝐤𝐡 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐲 𝐊𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐅𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐩 🏆.#FIDEWorldCup | #DivyaDeshmukh | #HumpyKoneru Thanks to this incredible performance, Divya Deshmukh has also earned the title of Grandmaster, becoming India's 88th GM and only the fourth Indian woman to achieve this feat. She now stands alongside other iconic Indian women Grandmasters like Koneru Humpy, Harika Dronavalli, and R Vaishali. With her finals appearance, Divya has also qualified for the Women's Candidates Tournament, where the winner gets a chance to challenge reigning women's world chess champion, Ju Wenjun of China. Early Life and Education of Divya Deshmukh Born on 9 December 2005 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Divya was raised in an academically driven household. Her parents, Dr. Jitendra and Dr. Namratha Deshmukh, both medical professionals, always encouraged a balanced lifestyle filled with discipline and ambition. Divya studied at Bhavans Bhagwandas Purohit Vidya Mandir, a respected CBSE school in Nagpur. She showed an early love for chess, and by the age of 10, she was already representing India in global age-group competitions. Despite a busy travel schedule, she never let her studies fall behind and consistently performed well in school. Balancing Chess with Academics Unlike many young prodigies who abandon formal education, Divya chose to continue her learning journey. After completing Class 12 with distinction, she opted for distance education to focus on her growing chess career. As of 2025, she is pursuing online courses in sports psychology, performance science, and data analytics in chess, proving that her learning spirit goes beyond the 64 squares of a chessboard. She believes this knowledge will give her a psychological edge and a deeper understanding of the game. Divya Deshmukh's Impressive Chess Career So Far Over the past few years, Divya Deshmukh has made headlines with her consistent performances: In 2023, she won the Asian Continental Women's Championship. At the Tata Steel Women's Rapid Chess 2023, she stunned everyone by finishing ahead of the reigning world chess champion Ju Wenjun, despite entering as a last-minute replacement and the lowest seed. In 2024, Divya dominated the World U-20 Girls Chess Championship, finishing undefeated and claiming first place with a near-perfect score of 10/11. These accomplishments are a clear sign that Divya Deshmukh is not just a one-time wonder but a long-term force in global chess. Divya Deshmukh, India's Brightest Chess Star With her victory at the FIDE Women's World Cup, Divya Deshmukh has become a symbol of the new generation of Indian chess – fearless, focused, and fiercely talented. Her journey from a young girl with a chessboard to the world's chess champion is truly inspirational. As the world now turns its eyes towards her next move, Divya remains grounded, committed to growing both as a chess player and a student of the game. Whether it's a chess piece or a course module, she handles both with equal grace and intelligence. Divya Deshmukh, the FIDE Women's World Cup Champion, has proven that age is no barrier to success when there is passion, discipline, and sheer dedication. By defeating the experienced Koneru Humpy, she has opened a new chapter in India's chess legacy. With her Grandmaster title, academic pursuits, and rising fame, Divya is now the face of modern Indian chess. She is not just a champion of the present but a promise for the future. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
