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News18
2 days ago
- Sport
- News18
World Chess Day 2025: History of Chess in India, India's Chess Legends, Rising Indian Chess Stars and Impact of Indian Players on Global Chess
Last Updated: World Chess Day celebrates chess as a global game that transcends borders, religion, languages and cultures. World Chess Day marks the foundation of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in Paris in 1924. The day was first proposed by UNESCO before it was officially recognised by the United Nations in 2019. The day celebrates chess as a global game that transcends borders, religion, languages and cultures. Players, clubs and chess enthusiasts around the globe commemorate the day by organising tournaments, exhibitions and educational events about chess as not just a sport but also as a tool for intellectual development and peace. India leads the junior rankings with 21 boys and 10 girls in the world's top 100 players. World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen praised Indian grandmasters Dommaraju Gukesh, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi on the sidelines of the Norway Chess 2025. Among the prominent stars, the legendary Viswanathan Anand continues to inspire players from all over the globe with his meticulous planning and preparation strategies studied by other elite-level players. India hosted the 44th Chess Olympiad in Chennai (2022), reflecting the growing influence of Indian chess in the world as the All India Chess Federation (AICF) also expands the sport's wings across the country and identifies wonderful talents at an early age. About the Author Lifestyle Desk Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 20, 2025, 11:47 IST
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
International Chess Day to be celebrated on July 20 with Rajasthan making rapid progress on a checkerboard with 64 squares
Jaipur: World Chess Day, celebrated annually on July 20, commemorates the founding of the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE), the World Chess Federation, in 1924. This day serves as a global celebration of chess, recognizing its historical significance, educational value, and its role in fostering international understanding and cooperation. A Game of Intellect and Strategy Chess, one of the oldest and most popular board games, is a two-player strategy game played on a checkerboard with 64 squares. Each player controls 16 pieces, including a King, Queen, Rooks, Bishops, Knights, and Pawns, with the objective of checkmating the opponent's King. The game requires strategic thinking, critical analysis, and the ability to anticipate and plan for future moves. Educational and Cultural Significance Chess is more than just a game; it's a powerful tool for developing cognitive skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and strategic planning. Educational institutions worldwide recognize the value of chess and often incorporate it into their curricula to enhance students' intellectual development and academic performance. Chess transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, making it a universal game that promotes international understanding and cooperation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo Global Celebration World Chess Day is celebrated by millions of chess enthusiasts worldwide. Organizations like FIDE and UNESCO have played a key role in promoting chess and raising awareness about its benefits. Events, tournaments, and educational programs are organized to celebrate the game and encourage more people to take up chess. The Importance of Every Move The theme for World Chess Day 2025 is "Every Move Counts," highlighting the significance of each decision made in the game and its potential impact on the overall outcome. This theme also reflects the broader relevance of chess in life, where strategic thinking and careful planning are essential for success. A Game for Everyone World Chess Day promotes chess as a game for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. It emphasizes the inclusivity and accessibility of chess, encouraging people from all walks of life to participate and enjoy the game. In conclusion, World Chess Day is a testament to the enduring appeal and value of chess. It's a day to celebrate the game's rich history, its educational benefits, and its power to connect people from all over the world. Rajasthan Chess is growing at phenomenal speed with young Kids taking over the stage. When it comes to chess, Rajasthan has already acquired the central stage as a host of various National Selection and International Rating tournaments (almost 5 to 6 International Rating Events every year) of Prize money as high as Rs 15 lakh. Organizers such as Waves, Royal Jaipur Chess Club, CPA under the aegis of JDCA and RCA have not only created a firm platform but also has brought in opportunities for young talent to play at international platforms while at Home. In recent years, like the rest of the country, Rajasthan as a state is growing at a very fast pace and almost the young brigade is ready to take over the central stage. Almost on the verge of Grandmaster and International Master Norms. The following are some of the candidates who have shown potential at national and international competitions. A. Yash Bharadia: Currently Candidate Master but have already received required norms for International Master title. So can technically be called only International Master in the state of Rajasthan and what's more he is the youngest one in Rajasthan to do so. Just at the age of 15 years and 8 Months. Some of the key achievements are 4 times national and 2 times international medals. Rajasthan State senior champion at age 12, CM title in 2023, FM title in 2025, achieved 3 norms which were required for IM title in 2025. B. Arun Kataria: Following Yash, Fide Master Arun is also someone who is fast approaching the landmark of International Master, his recent win in the Second Jaipur Open Classical tournament which was organized at Pink City Rajasthan has shown his class and is expected soon to complete his norm requirements. C. Vrashank Chauhan: Fide Master and former national junior champion is again a close contender for International Master norm. D. Siddhant Chaturvedi: Siddhant, a former Under-13 state champion, won team gold at Western Asian 23-24. This year, representing St Anselm's School, Mansarover, he won CBSE West Zone Individual Board Prize and team silver to represent CBSE West Zone in the Under-17 age category. He won state in his age category and then stood in the prize list of rating category at Delhi GM. Siddhant won gold medal in District RBSE and then bronze in the state. In the same year, he was the winner of the Pie Chess Olympics. Siddhant is supposed to continue his title race in the upcoming Abu Dhabi Chess Festival. E. Darshita Kumawat: Girl who has outclassed many known male players in the state and at national platform as well. Dakshita has won Junior and Senior state more than one time and in last appearance has even won CBSE West Zone crown. F. Aashi Upadhyay: Sixteen-year-old Aashi, has an International Rating of 178. She is a Class 12 student with science stream, MGD School. She is a 5-time gold silver winner and bronze medalist of Rajasthan State Chess Championship in different categories. She stood in the top 20 positions in the National Chess Championship more than 5 times. Participated in Asian Junior (2023) and World Junior Chess Championship (2024). Four-time gold medalist in All India IPSC Chess Championship. Consecutively 4th year won district U-17 Chess Championship. SGFI district and state gold medallist and national bronze medalist (2024). G. Kiyana Parihar: One more Under-9 girl who has won bronze in World and Asian events. H. Shreyanshi Jain: A 6-year-old prodigy who has won many titles for her age and is currently world No. 2, World School U-7 fourth, National U-7 gold 2025, National schools U-7, Gold 2025. Jayendra Chaturvedi (Fide Arbiter): It is not only the players who are making Rajasthan proud but also Arbiter (chess umpires) Jayendra Chaturvedi. FIDE Arbiter from Jaipur has represented Rajasthan in the Western Asian competition and is now appointed as Arbiter in the GM tournament at Abu Dhabi.
Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Stage set for third edition of Qatar Rail Open Chess
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Chess Association (QCA) has announced details of the 3rd edition of Qatar Rail Open Chess Championship 2025, organized in cooperation with Qatar Rail. The tournament coincides with World Chess Day, which falls on July 20 every year. The preliminary rounds will begin tomorrow, Thursday, at the Qatar Chess Training Center, with the participation of 100 players. The competition will be held in a nine-round blitz format to determine the players who will advance to the final stage. The final rounds of the tournament will be held on Sunday at the Al Bidda Station of Doha Metro. Twenty players will participate in the nine-round Swiss system. QCA said it has made all arrangements for smooth start of the competition tomorrow, putting the final touches on the selection of arbiters who will oversee the competitions. QCA President Mohammed Al Mudahka praised the continuation of the tournament for a third consecutive year, appreciating the cooperation between QCA and Qatar Rail, which aims to achieve several goals, most notably spreading the culture of chess in society. He expressed his aspiration for further cooperation that would help QCA achieve its vision of developing the game by building a strong base for it. He explained that the tournament is witnessing participation of a large number of national team players, emphasizing that the tournament aims to see new players emerge who will support the national teams in future. He also emphasized that the tournament is part of QCA's plans to bring about a qualitative shift in the game and attract talent. He added that the tournament represents a valuable opportunity to discover more promising talent for inclusion in the coming period, expanding the selection of the best players to represent Qatari chess in international tournaments. For his part, Abdullah Ali Al Mawlawi, Head of Communications and Public Relations at Qatar Rail, expressed his pleasure in partnering with the Qatar Chess Association in organizing the event following the success achieved in the first two editions. 'Our sponsorship of the championship falls within our commitment to promoting community and sporting activities, spreading the culture of chess, and encouraging local talent in this sport,' he said. 'We look forward to hosting the finals of this championship at the Al Bidda Station of Doha Metro, which in turn supports our strategy to enhance the position of the Doha Metro network and the Lusail Tram, transforming them into preferred destinations for hosting various community events throughout the year.'
