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India Today
13-08-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Chennai Grand Masters: Karthikeyan beats Vidit, Keymer closes in on title
Grandmaster M Karthikeyan carved out a hard-fought victory over compatriot Vidit Gujrathi in the seventh round of the Chennai Grand Masters on Wednesday, keeping his strong finish hopes alive while German GM Vincent Keymer tightened his grip on the title with the black pieces, Karthikeyan overcame Gujrathi in a gritty, tactical battle that saw both players navigate complex middlegame positions before the Indian secured the full point. Keymer, meanwhile, produced a clinical performance against American GM Awonder Liang, converting his advantage with precision to extend his lead at the top to 1.5 closest challenger, Arjun Erigaisi, was held to a draw by Dutch GM Anish Giri. The result dented Erigaisi's hopes of catching the leader, with only two rounds remaining. Elsewhere in the Masters section, GM Nihal Sarin defeated GM Ray Robson after creating sustained pressure, while GM Jorden van Foreest and GM V Pranav battled to a balanced draw. With the tournament entering its final stages, Erigaisi now faces a must-win clash against Gujrathi in the penultimate round and will also need favourable results from other boards to remain in contention. Liang, in a similar position, will meet Giri next. Keymer could clinch his first Chennai Grand Masters crown on Day 8 if he beats Van Foreest with the white SECTION REMAINS TIGHTIn the Challengers section, GM Leon Luke Mendonca stayed in joint lead after defeating GM Diptayan Ghosh in a tense encounter. Matching him at the top was M Pranesh, who overcame GM R Vaishali in a sharp tactical battle. GM Abhimanyu Puranik, meanwhile, was held to a draw by GM Aryan Chopra, leaving him half a point behind the notable results included IM Harshavardhan GB's win over GM Harika Dronavalli, while GM Pa Iniyan split the point with GM Adhiban Baskaran in an evenly fought just two rounds left, the title races in both sections remain intense — but in the Masters, Keymer's commanding lead makes him the clear favourite to lift the Standings after Round 7Vincent Keymer - 4.5 pointsArjun Erigaisi - 4 pointsKartikeyan Murali - 4 pointsAnish Giri - 3.5 pointsLiang Awonder - 3.5 pointsJorden van Foreest - 3.5 pointsVidit Gujrathi - 3 pointsNihal Sarin - 3 pointsPranav V - 2.5 pointsRay Robson - 2.5 pointsChallengers Standings after Round 7Pranesh M - 5.5 pointsLeon Mendonca - 5.5 pointsAbhimanyu Puranik - 5 pointsAdhiban Baskaran - 4 pointsPaneerselvam Iniyan - 4 pointsDiptayan Ghosh - 3.5 pointsHarshavardhan GB - 3 pointsAryan Chopra - 2 pointsHarika Dronavalli - 1.5 pointsVaishali R - 1 point- Ends
India Today
09-08-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi held, Vidit Gujrathi suffers shock loss
Top-seeded Arjun Erigaisi was held to a draw by Dutch GM Jorden van Foreest, while Vidit Gujrathi suffered a shock defeat to Ray Robson in the second round of the Chennai Grand Masters Chess tournament on Friday, August 9. Germany's Vincent Keymer emerged as the sole leader on Day 2 after his commanding win over India's V Pranav. The Indian was able to go toe-to-toe with Keymer, but the German was able to make a comeback to secure his second win on the trot. advertisementErigaisi and Foreest were forced to settle for a draw after tan evenly-matched tactical battle. Erigaisi is now joint-second in the standings with 1.5 points, alongside Ray Robson, who stunned Gujrathi. The Indian grandmaster and Robson were involved in a see-saw battle which saw Gujrathi secure a winning position. However, Gujrathi faltered in the end game, allowing Robson to capitalise and secure his first win of the tournament, after an intense time scramble. Anish Giri and Nihal Sarin shared the spoils in a well-balanced battle on the day, which saw the Indian ace come close to securing a big win. Nihal had found his rhythm and was in a superior position in terms of time and on the board forcing Giri on to the backfoot. However, the Dutch GM found a way to escape and secure a draw in the end. The showdown between Karthikeyan Murali and Awonder Liang also ended in a the challengers section, Indian GM Iniyan Pa impressed everyone with a commanding win over GM Harika Dronavalli, while Abhimanyu Puranik bounced back with a victory over Leon Luke Mendonca. The games involving Diptayan and Pranesh, Adhiban and Vaishali, and Harshavardhan and Aryan ended in Grand Masters: ResultsV Pranav (IND) 0-1 Vincent Keymer (GER); Karthikeyan Murali (IND) 1/2-1/2 Awonder Liang (USA); Jorden van Foreest (NED) 1/2-1/2 Arjun Erigaisi (IND); Ray Robson (USA) 1-0 Vidit Gujrathi (IND); Nihal Sarin (IND) 1/2-1/2 Anish Giri (NED). - Ends
News18
22-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi To Headline Chennai Grand Masters
Last Updated: Grandmasters Erigaisi, Gujrathi, and Giri lead the Chennai Grand Masters from August 6, with a Rs one crore prize pool. Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi and Anish Giri will headline the third edition of the Chennai Grand Masters, starting in the city on August 6. India's most prestigious classical chess tournament will feature 20 players across the Masters and Challengers categories. The latest edition will have a Rs one crore prize pool as competitors chase FIDE Circuit points, which are important for qualifying for the Candidates Tournament in 2026. Organised by MGD1 and sponsored by Quantbox, the Chennai Grand Masters will be split into two categories: Masters and Challengers. Besides Erigaisi, Gujrathi and Giri, the Masters field will include Jorden Van Foreest, Liang Awonder, Vincent Keymer, Ray Robson, Vladimir Fedoseev and Pranav V, who steps up after winning the Challengers in 2024. 'Playing such a high-stakes tournament at home is always special. As the top-rated player here, I know the expectations are high, but the field this year is extremely competitive, and every game will demand my absolute best," Erigaisi said. The Challengers category, introduced in 2024, will feature Karthikeyan Murali, Leon Mendonca, Vaishali R, Harika Dronavalli, Abhimanyu Puranik, Aryan Chopra, Adhiban Baskaran, Iniyan P, Diptayan Ghosh and Pranesh M. The Masters champion will take home Rs 25 lakh, while the second and third place players will receive Rs 15 lakh and Rs 10 lakh, respectively. The Challengers' winner will get Rs 7 lakh and a guaranteed place in the 2026 Masters. The tournament carries FIDE Circuit points as well, with the winner earning 24.5 points towards the 2026 Candidates qualification. In the case of joint winners, each will receive 22.3 points, while second and third place finishers will earn 17.8 and 15.6 points, respectively. (With PTI Inputs) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Economic Times
06-07-2025
- Health
- Economic Times
Who's a 'real' doctor? How Chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi vs The Liver Doc's viral war of words began... over a selfie
Agencies Who's a Real Doctor? India's Heated Debate Begins with a Family Selfie On July 1, 2025, Indian chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi posted a heartfelt tribute to his family on X (formerly Twitter) in honor of National Doctors' Day. The message, accompanied by a selfie featuring his wife, parents, and sister, expressed his admiration and appreciation for the medical professionals in his family. While the post was intended as a gesture of gratitude, it quickly became the center of a major online controversy about who is truly eligible to be called a 'doctor' in India. Curious followers soon began asking about the specific fields of expertise held by his family members. In response, Gujrathi explained that his father is an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, his wife holds an MD in homeopathy, his mother works in cosmetology, and his sister is a physiotherapist. Initially, the post was met with warmth. However, within 24 hours, the tone shifted drastically. On July 2, Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, a hepatologist better known on social media as The Liver Doc, responded sharply to Gujrathi's post. In a blunt statement, Dr. Philips asserted that the individuals mentioned in the tribute should not be classified as doctors. This response sparked a flurry of reactions, quickly dividing social media into supporters and critics. — theliverdr (@theliverdr) The Liver Doc, known for his firm stance against unscientific practices in healthcare, argued that Ayurveda, homeopathy, cosmetology, and physiotherapy do not fall under the scope of conventional clinical medicine. Although he acknowledged that physiotherapy is a legitimate branch of healthcare that supports recovery and rehabilitation, he firmly stated that the other disciplines lack clinical validation. His especially severe comments about homeopathy, which he controversially associated with historical pseudoscientific movements, inflamed the situation Gujrathi did not remain silent. He defended his family, stating that they were all formally trained, qualified, and certified practitioners in their respective fields. He emphasized their commitment to serving others and the impact they have made over the years, even if they weren't working in the limelight. Though he later deleted his original post, Gujrathi posted screenshots of his conversation with The Liver Doc, accusing him of seeking attention by publicly attacking others instead of celebrating their contributions. — viditchess (@viditchess) In his follow-up, Gujrathi expressed that his intention was simply to honour his loved ones. He admitted he initially chose to stay quiet but felt compelled to speak out after what he described as mockery and dismissal of his family's work. He stressed that critics on social media cannot determine who deserves to be called a doctor, especially when individuals in his family have devoted their lives to helping people through alternative systems of medicine. — theliverdr (@theliverdr) — viditchess (@viditchess) According to a report by India Today , the term 'doctor' in India is not restricted to those with MBBS or MD degrees in modern allopathic medicine. Under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of AYUSH, professionals holding degrees like BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) and BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery) are legally recognized as doctors. These individuals are allowed to use the prefix "Dr." before their names and are registered under statutory bodies such as the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) and the Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH).However, these councils are separate from the National Medical Commission (NMC), which governs allopathic medical practitioners. While AYUSH doctors can legally practice within their respective disciplines, they are not authorized to prescribe allopathic medication or present themselves as clinical physicians. This legal distinction often blurs in everyday practice, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas where access to conventional healthcare is controversy highlights a persistent tension in India's healthcare landscape. While traditional systems like Ayurveda and homeopathy have deep cultural roots and legal recognition, they continue to be contested by many from the modern medical though integral to patient recovery, are not granted the title of 'doctor' under standard clinical definitions. Cosmetologists, on the other hand, may or may not be doctors depending on their educational background—if they hold an MBBS or equivalent degree in dermatology or aesthetic medicine, they may the end, what started as a tribute evolved into a conversation about professional legitimacy, public perception, and the evolving definition of a doctor in modern India. As the debate unfolds, one thing is certain: the divide between traditional and modern medicine continues to challenge India's healthcare identity.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Who's a 'real' doctor? How Chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi vs The Liver Doc's viral war of words began... over a selfie
On July 1, 2025, Indian chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi posted a heartfelt tribute to his family on X (formerly Twitter) in honor of National Doctors' Day . The message, accompanied by a selfie featuring his wife, parents, and sister, expressed his admiration and appreciation for the medical professionals in his family. While the post was intended as a gesture of gratitude, it quickly became the center of a major online controversy about who is truly eligible to be called a 'doctor' in India. Curious followers soon began asking about the specific fields of expertise held by his family members. In response, Gujrathi explained that his father is an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, his wife holds an MD in homeopathy , his mother works in cosmetology, and his sister is a physiotherapist. Initially, the post was met with warmth. However, within 24 hours, the tone shifted drastically. The Liver Doc Steps In, Stirring Up Storm On July 2, Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, a hepatologist better known on social media as The Liver Doc, responded sharply to Gujrathi's post. In a blunt statement, Dr. Philips asserted that the individuals mentioned in the tribute should not be classified as doctors. This response sparked a flurry of reactions, quickly dividing social media into supporters and critics. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scientists: Tinnitus? When tinnitus won't go away, do this (Watch) Hearing Magazine Undo — theliverdr (@theliverdr) The Liver Doc, known for his firm stance against unscientific practices in healthcare, argued that Ayurveda , homeopathy, cosmetology, and physiotherapy do not fall under the scope of conventional clinical medicine. Although he acknowledged that physiotherapy is a legitimate branch of healthcare that supports recovery and rehabilitation, he firmly stated that the other disciplines lack clinical validation. His especially severe comments about homeopathy, which he controversially associated with historical pseudoscientific movements, inflamed the situation further. Gujrathi Responds with Defiance Vidit Gujrathi did not remain silent. He defended his family, stating that they were all formally trained, qualified, and certified practitioners in their respective fields. He emphasized their commitment to serving others and the impact they have made over the years, even if they weren't working in the limelight. Though he later deleted his original post, Gujrathi posted screenshots of his conversation with The Liver Doc, accusing him of seeking attention by publicly attacking others instead of celebrating their contributions. — viditchess (@viditchess) In his follow-up, Gujrathi expressed that his intention was simply to honour his loved ones. He admitted he initially chose to stay quiet but felt compelled to speak out after what he described as mockery and dismissal of his family's work. He stressed that critics on social media cannot determine who deserves to be called a doctor, especially when individuals in his family have devoted their lives to helping people through alternative systems of medicine. — theliverdr (@theliverdr) — viditchess (@viditchess) The Medical Legality Behind the Title "Doctor" According to a report by India Today , the term 'doctor' in India is not restricted to those with MBBS or MD degrees in modern allopathic medicine. Under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of AYUSH, professionals holding degrees like BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) and BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery) are legally recognized as doctors. These individuals are allowed to use the prefix "Dr." before their names and are registered under statutory bodies such as the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) and the Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH). However, these councils are separate from the National Medical Commission (NMC), which governs allopathic medical practitioners. While AYUSH doctors can legally practice within their respective disciplines, they are not authorized to prescribe allopathic medication or present themselves as clinical physicians. This legal distinction often blurs in everyday practice, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas where access to conventional healthcare is limited. Who Gets to Be a Doctor? The Debate Endures The controversy highlights a persistent tension in India's healthcare landscape. While traditional systems like Ayurveda and homeopathy have deep cultural roots and legal recognition, they continue to be contested by many from the modern medical establishment. Physiotherapists, though integral to patient recovery, are not granted the title of 'doctor' under standard clinical definitions. Cosmetologists, on the other hand, may or may not be doctors depending on their educational background—if they hold an MBBS or equivalent degree in dermatology or aesthetic medicine, they may qualify. In the end, what started as a tribute evolved into a conversation about professional legitimacy, public perception, and the evolving definition of a doctor in modern India. As the debate unfolds, one thing is certain: the divide between traditional and modern medicine continues to challenge India's healthcare identity.
