June 4, 2024, 03:03 AM - 3 mins read
Praggnanandhaa employed his pet Italian opening as white against Liren. Still, he was in for a surprise as the Chinese seized the initiative in the middle game with a timely control of the centre.
Read moreMay 29, 2024, 08:18 PM - 4 mins read
Praggnanandhaa was playing with white pieces and his victory pushed home favourite Carlsen to the fifth spot in the points table.
Read moreMay 28, 2024, 01:28 AM - 4 mins read
After an easy draw under normal time control, Praggnanadhaa got 10 minutes as white compared to Alireza's seven but with the condition that he had to win as a draw would have given black extra points.
Read moreMay 5, 2024, 02:07 AM - 6 mins read
Initiatives include state-of-the-art national chess arena for elite-level training and an AICF Rating system specifically for India, cash rewards of Rs 25 lakh to top five players, two-year contracts for national level U-7, U-19 players, financial help for state bodies and reservations for women in key areas
Read more