India Chess

India has slipped in the 2026 Gender Equality in Chess Index (GECI) rankings released by FIDE, highlighting gaps in women's participation, performance, and progress compared to global improvements. A Times of India analysis points to systemic issues and calls for reforms to boost gender balance.

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Tamizh Amudhan, a nine-year-old from India, has achieved the rare feat of surpassing 2000 Elo in chess, making him the world number one in the under-9 category. His journey includes winning a Maruti Suzuki car for a silver medal at the Athens of the East Chess Tournament last year. The young prodigy's success highlights both his talent and his family's sacrifices.