Chess: Vidit Gujrathi Exclusive: ‘India is a chess powerhouse but still far from becoming esports hub’ | Chess News

Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi Exclusive (Designed by TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: The race for a place at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 in Paris through the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess qualifiers has boiled down to a blockbuster final between two established Grandmasters. India’s Vidit Gujrathi will take on Benjamin Bok of the Netherlands….

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Mahesh Babu’s look as Lord Ram in ‘Varanasi’ makes waves online; fuels anticipation for SS Rajamouli’s epic Ramayana sequence |

SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ is back in the headlines, this time, after an image of leading man Mahesh Babu, as the character Lord Ram began doing the rounds online.The the photo that surfaced on fan handles, the actor is seen dressed in saffron robes with a bow across his shoulder. The scene in question appears to…

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What is next for Vladimir Kramnik after chess legend handed two-year ban by FIDE? | Chess News

Russian chess grandmaster Vladimir Kramnik (Ennio Leanza/Keystone via AP) Former World Chess Champion Vladimir Kramnik has been handed a two-year ban by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) after its Ethics & Disciplinary Commission found that he violated several rules related to player conduct and public accusations. The case centred on a series of statements and…

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‘This is India’s moment’: Why the nation of 1.4 billion now has a dedicated pathway to Esports World Cup | Chess News

Aravindh Chithambaram, Arjun Erigaisi, and Nihal Sarin (Special Arrangements) NEW DELHI: The traditional boundaries of Indian sports are expanding rapidly into the digital realm, with the India Rising: Road to EWC, a collaboration between JioBLAST, Chess.com, and the Esports World Cup (EWC) Foundation, emerging as the latest expression of the country’s soaring esports ambitions.Through the…

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Prince Harry Reflects on Queen Elizabeth’s Final Meeting with Archie and Lilibet |

Harry recalled the late monarch describing her great-grandchildren as “sweetest children” during their meeting in 2022.Image credit (Instagram) Prince Harry has recalled what Queen Elizabeth said about his children during what turned out to be their final meeting together. The Duke of Sussex, 41, reflected on the poignant memory in his 2023 memoir ‘Spare’, describing…

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Jhon Arias strike sends Colombia into FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after hard-fought win over Ghana | Football News

Colombia’s Jhon Arias (11) celebrates after scoring goal (AP Photo) Jhon Arias’ first-half goal proved decisive as Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 on Friday night to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, where they will face Switzerland for a spot in the quarter-finals.The South American side took control early despite…

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Srinivasa Mangapuram: Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni and Rasha Thadani Set to Make Their Debuts in Exciting Film Scheduled for July 2026 Release |

The makers of ‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ have officially announced the release date of the film. Directed by Ajay Bhupathi, the romantic action drama marks the big-screen debut of Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni, the nephew of Mahesh Babu. Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha Thadani, is making her Telugu film debut as the female lead. ‘Srinivasa Mangapuram’ release…

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Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi Exclusive: ‘India is a chess powerhouse but still far from becoming esports hub’ | Chess News

Vidit Gujrathi Exclusive (Graphic designed by TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: The race for a place at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 in Paris through the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess qualifiers has boiled down to a blockbuster final between two established Grandmasters.India’s Vidit Gujrathi will take on Benjamin Bok of the Netherlands. Both have…

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