The game helped a south Indian community escape alcoholism and gambling. Now, it’s known as the Chess Village of India.

Bengaluru:Indian chess is blazing a trail – with a double ... of a number of strong domestic tournaments and more players playing them, Narang said it’s a work in progress.

18-year-old Indian teenager Gukesh ... Gukesh to pursue a career in chess. And he says his passion for the game developed early. "Since the time I started playing chess, like 6-and-a-half ...

Playing chess with kids can improve their brain stimulation ... during the Gupta Empire’s reign in India. The game was called Chaturanga in Sanskrit, which translates to four divisions namely ...