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Chess in Afghanistan is banned; Taliban cites religious concerns

Chessboards are kept in an empty hall with no players at the Kabul Elite Chess Club in Kabul on May 11, 2025. Taliban authorities have barred chess across Afghanistan until further notice over concerns it is a source of gambling, which is illegal under the government's morality law, a sports official said on May 11. (Photo by Wakil KOHSAR / AFP)
Published on May 12, 2025 05:48 PM IST

Delhi Tulip Fest: Int'l chess master Vantika says 'Tulips took away my stress’

Chess champ Vantika Agrawal takes a stroll at Shanti Path to soak in the vibrant vibe of the Tulip Festival where NDMC has reportedly planted more than fifty thousand bulbs of the flower.
Published on Feb 18, 2025 11:35 AM IST

Indian chess grandmaster's pic with YouTuber Alexandra Botez sparks amusement

Alexandra Botez shared the photo on X.
Published on Feb 16, 2025 12:03 PM IST

Why Praggnanandhaa isn't part of Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour

R Praggnanandhaa poses with the trophy after winning the Tata Steel Chess Masters 2025 over World Champion D Gukesh, in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands.
Updated on Feb 07, 2025 08:47 AM IST