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Magnus Carlsen awestruck as Indian player touches his feet
Magnus Carlsen was surprised when Bristy Mukherjee touched his feet at the Tata Steel Chess India Festival, reflecting this region's deep-rooted cultural respect. This gesture underscores the universal value of appreciating diverse traditions.
Indian prodigy Gukesh admits to 'some nerves' in bid for world chess crown
The 18-year-old will begin a best-of-14 series for the title against reigning champion Ding Liren of China on Monday in Singapore.
'This is a protest against the Israeli government'
Grandmaster Enamul Hossain Razib boycotted Bangladesh’s Chess Olympiad game against Israel yesterday in protest of Israel’s continued attacks on Gaza and the occupied territories of Palestine and over what he felt is the double standards maintained by FIDE, the world governing body of chess.
Bangladesh women’s team victorious in round six of Chess Olympiad
Both Bangladesh men's and women's teams produced good results in the sixth round of the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary on Monday.
Bangladesh pass mixed day in Chess Olympiad
Teams from Bangladesh produced a mixed result in the fifth round of the 45th Chess Olympiad on Sunday.
Tribute to Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman / A friend gone too soon
Although a sport, chess can very much be considered an art. Just like music and painting, it also a form of art and an amazing sport. Grandmaster Zia made me realise all of this. Zia was an extraordinary human being with global fame.
‘A terrible loss to humanity’: Global chess community reacts to GM Zia’s sudden passing
The tributes from around the world stand as a testament to GM Ziaur Rahman's enduring legacy.
Neer wins chess championship with heavy heart
“I had nearly confirmed my championship win with two rounds in hand and was really happy about it. But now I am shocked and can’t find the words to express my emotions after the death of my beloved Zia sir,” Neer told The Daily Star yesterday.
A tribute to Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman / Zia was devoted to chess till his last day
I still can’t believe that I won’t get to hear Zia’s deep voice, his jokes and laughter anymore. His death has left a huge gap. He had become an inseparable part of our chess community.
Magnus Carlsen awestruck as Indian player touches his feet
Magnus Carlsen was surprised when Bristy Mukherjee touched his feet at the Tata Steel Chess India Festival, reflecting this region's deep-rooted cultural respect. This gesture underscores the universal value of appreciating diverse traditions.
Indian prodigy Gukesh admits to 'some nerves' in bid for world chess crown
The 18-year-old will begin a best-of-14 series for the title against reigning champion Ding Liren of China on Monday in Singapore.
'This is a protest against the Israeli government'
Grandmaster Enamul Hossain Razib boycotted Bangladesh’s Chess Olympiad game against Israel yesterday in protest of Israel’s continued attacks on Gaza and the occupied territories of Palestine and over what he felt is the double standards maintained by FIDE, the world governing body of chess.
Bangladesh women’s team victorious in round six of Chess Olympiad
Both Bangladesh men's and women's teams produced good results in the sixth round of the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary on Monday.
Bangladesh pass mixed day in Chess Olympiad
Teams from Bangladesh produced a mixed result in the fifth round of the 45th Chess Olympiad on Sunday.
A friend gone too soon
Although a sport, chess can very much be considered an art. Just like music and painting, it also a form of art and an amazing sport. Grandmaster Zia made me realise all of this. Zia was an extraordinary human being with global fame.
‘A terrible loss to humanity’: Global chess community reacts to GM Zia’s sudden passing
The tributes from around the world stand as a testament to GM Ziaur Rahman's enduring legacy.
Neer wins chess championship with heavy heart
“I had nearly confirmed my championship win with two rounds in hand and was really happy about it. But now I am shocked and can’t find the words to express my emotions after the death of my beloved Zia sir,” Neer told The Daily Star yesterday.
Zia was devoted to chess till his last day
I still can’t believe that I won’t get to hear Zia’s deep voice, his jokes and laughter anymore. His death has left a huge gap. He had become an inseparable part of our chess community.
Zia ‘Bangladesh’s best’ with legacy unparalleled
“A friendly, big-hearted person, his simplicity, strong ethics and sincerity always inspired us," said Bangladesh’s fourth GM Abdullah Al Rakib.