Articles by Susan Ninan
How UK’s youngest GM is taking lessons from India
The 15-year-old Shreyas Royal wants to understand how much he needs to level up to compete with the fiery band of young Indian Super GMs on the loose
Published on Oct 30, 2024 10:15 PM IST
Like Gukesh, I believe I can win Candidates on my first try: Arjun Erigaisi
In an interview, Arjun Erigaisi spoke about the 2800 Elo milestone, his risky style of play and how Gukesh winning the Candidates shook things up for him
Published on Oct 28, 2024 10:18 PM IST
Arjun Erigaisi crosses 2800, makes history
The 21-year-old’s Round 5 European Club Cup win saw him become only the second Indian player after five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand to cross 2800 Elo
Updated on Oct 24, 2024 11:09 PM IST
CWG 2026: Agony at exclusions
India won 61 medals at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, but key sports like badminton and table tennis will be excluded in the 2026 edition, raising concerns.
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 07:50 AM IST
Make it reign: Inside the world of India’s female chess players
India’s women players are resetting the board. A recent team gold has shown what is possible. How else are the pieces moving? Take a look.
Updated on Oct 18, 2024 07:52 PM IST
Chess: Master Viswanathan Anand loses to mentee Praggnanandhaa
In a historic clash, 19-year-old Praggnanandhaa defeated mentor Anand in Armageddon at the WR Masters, marking a generational shift in Indian chess.
Updated on Oct 16, 2024 10:13 PM IST
Chess World Championship: I’m preparing for Ding at his best, says Gukesh
The 18-year-old Indian GM believes his age offers him the advantage of energy and the ability to focus for extended periods
Published on Oct 15, 2024 09:29 PM IST
Carlsen-Caruana match in Singapore ahead of World Championship
The face-off between the world No. 1 and No. 4 is likely to be a night match at the Supertree Grove
Published on Oct 14, 2024 03:31 PM IST
‘Now, I really want to achieve things in chess’
Unlike Gukesh, Praggnanandha and Arjun Erigaisi, Alireza Firouzja has been given to whimsy but he wants to get serious now
Updated on Oct 11, 2024 05:44 AM IST
‘Gukesh, Pragg and Arjun may be top players in the world’
Chinese GM Wei Yi reflects on his tough loss to India's Gukesh and discusses the rise of Indian chess prodigies, emphasizing focus for success.
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 08:43 PM IST
Beyond Paralympic medals: The fight for accessibility in India
India's disabled athletes face ongoing accessibility challenges despite Paralympic success.
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 10:23 PM IST
Ding-Gukesh match will have surprises in store: Rapport
In an interview with HT, Hungarian GM who worked as Ding’s second says while Gukesh is in great shape, he is counting on a fightback from the Chinese GM
Updated on Sep 24, 2024 07:57 AM IST
In land of Polgars, Indian women make history
The Indian women's chess team made history by winning their first-ever gold at the Olympiad, with standout performances from Harika Dronavalli and others.
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Indian chess gets a golden touch
India’s domination at Chess Olympiad, capped off by gold medals in Open and women’s sections, is testimony to depth and strength of the sport in the country
Published on Sep 22, 2024 09:55 PM IST
Chess Olympiad: Gukesh trumps Caruana as India all but seal historic gold
India's chess team shines at the Olympiad, securing gold after defeating USA, with standout performances from teens Gukesh and Arjun
Updated on Sep 22, 2024 06:22 AM IST
Chess Olympiad: India-Uzbekistan’s split points in 2-2 result
India, on sole lead with 17 match points, remains in a commanding position for the gold in the Open section and will face USA in Round 10 on Saturday
Updated on Sep 21, 2024 06:07 PM IST
Chess Olympiad: Ruthless Gukesh leads from the front
Gukesh, 18, led India to a 3.5-0.5 win over Iran at the Olympiad, showcasing his calm, strategic brilliance and remaining unbeaten in the tournament.
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 05:12 AM IST
How Gukesh put up almighty endgame grind to carve win for ages
The 18-year-old World C'ship challenger squeezed out a win against Wei Yi to hand India a win over China in Round 7 of the Olympiad
Published on Sep 19, 2024 10:17 AM IST
Ding ‘rested’ ahead of Gukesh blockbuster
The world champion, struggling for form, sat out the crucial clash against leaders India in the chess Olympiad in Budapest
Updated on Sep 19, 2024 12:22 AM IST
Odin and Magnus: A friendship Norway chess needs
They grew up playing chess together and now, one is the captain and the other is the best player in the world
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 05:56 PM IST
Olympiad signals India’s rise as dominating chess nation
India leads the Budapest Chess Olympiad, showcasing its strongest team ever, with standout performances from young players, aiming for historic success.
Updated on Sep 17, 2024 09:47 PM IST
Refugee chess stars await other moves for Olympiad chance
For the first time, a refugee team from Kenya’s Kakuma camp was named for the event that began on September 11. The team though is stuck in Nairobi for visas
Published on Sep 15, 2024 09:57 PM IST
Bodhana’s chess dreams are off to a great start
Nine-year-old Bodhana, the youngest to represent England in chess, faces racist backlash but remains focused on her goal of becoming a world champion.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 09:59 PM IST
Chess Olympiad: India’s young chess stars bid to shine
The strong Open team will include R Gukesh, the world championship challenger, and world No.4 Arjun Erigaisi
Published on Sep 09, 2024 07:27 PM IST
Carlsen defeats Niemann in first face-off since cheating scandal
Magnus Carlsen defeated Hans Niemann 17.5-12.5 in a tense Speed Chess Championship semi-final, showcasing his dominance despite past controversies.
Updated on Sep 07, 2024 12:14 PM IST
Preethi Pal and her sprint from superstition to superstardom
Preethi won bronze in the T35 women’s 100m – India’s first-ever Paralympics track medal.
Updated on Sep 03, 2024 05:54 AM IST
Big money for each win, tiebreak tweaks for Ding-Gukesh WC match
$200,000 for each game won and gradual decrease in time controls in match between reigning world champion and 18-year-old Indian challenger in Singapore
Published on Sep 02, 2024 08:05 PM IST
Chess: Change in approach does the trick for Karthik
The 24-year-old Indian booked his spot in the World Cup (2025) for the second consecutive time after winning the National Championship for the second time
Published on Aug 30, 2024 10:48 PM IST
How a doctor treating war veterans ended up creating the Paralympics
Dr Ludwig Guttman introduced sport into the rehabilitation of disabled people and the idea eventually grew into the Games
Published on Aug 28, 2024 10:28 PM IST
Gukesh escapes with a draw against Praggnanandhaa
It’s turning into a bit of a recurring theme for Praggnanandhaa, coming close to a win vs Gukesh but not being able to put in the finishing touches and convert
Published on Aug 22, 2024 07:40 PM IST