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Is Expensive Coaching Essential to Become a Chess Grandmaster? Debate Emerges

As India approaches its 100th Grandmaster, a debate has emerged regarding the necessity of expensive chess coaching. Veteran GM Pravin Thipsay criticizes the bo

20 Aug 202610:43 am

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Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi Expresses Relief on Receiving Arjuna Award

Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi expressed happiness about receiving the Arjuna Award this year, reflecting on his past disappointment of not being recognized e

20 Jul 20263:16 pm

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Hungarian PM Peter Magyar Proposes Chess Grandmaster Judit Polgar for Presidency

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar will meet with former chess champion Judit Polgar to offer her the country's presidency. This comes after lawmakers remove

9 Jul 202610:25 pm

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Aswath S Becomes India's 98th Chess Grandmaster at Pune Tournament

Aswath S has become India's 98th Chess Grandmaster after achieving the feat at the Pune International Round-Robin tournament, bringing the country closer to a c

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