We live in a world where terms such as ‘brain rot’ are increasingly being thrown about among the younger generation. Yet, paradoxically, the same generation is embracing the cerebral game of chess ...

The evolution of the chess queen finds a parallel in rural India, where the “Checkmate Betul” initiative, launched by US-based Avika Shukla, offers free, structured chess training to girls with no ...

The southern Indian city of Chennai is known for its high achievers. In recent years, it has produced some of the world's most formidable chess players — and the youngest world champion. OMKAR ...