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Watch: PM Narendra Modi Enjoys R Praggnanandhaa vs Arjun Erigaisi Bullet Chess Clash

Prime Minister Narendra Modi observed a game of bullet chess between two members of India's 45th Chess Olympiad-winning team, R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi, during a visit by the Indian men's and women's chess teams to his residence on Wednesday. In the recently concluded Chess Olympiad, India's men's and women's teams made history by securing gold medals for the first time in their respective categories, joining the elite ranks of countries to have achieved a double gold in the same edition of the competition. Following this remarkable achievement, PM Modi met the Indian men's and women's chess teams at his residence on Wednesday to celebrate their success at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad.

Chess Olympiad Winner Decides Against Defending Title In Azerbaijan To Meet PM Narendra Modi

Fresh from his exploits in India's first-ever title-winning campaign at the Chess Olympiad, Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has decided against defending his crown at the 10th Vugar Gashimov Memorial Chess Super Tournament in Azerbaijan for an audience with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday. Gujrathi had won the Azerbaijan event last year after outperforming compatriot Arjun Erigaisi.

PM Narendra Modi Meets Chess Players, Hails India's Historic Double Gold Triumph

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded India's young chess players for their historic achievement at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, where both the men's and women's teams clinched their maiden gold medals. India made history on Sunday as the men's team defeated Slovenia and the women's team triumphed over Azerbaijan in the final round, securing their first-ever gold medals at the prestigious event. In the men's competition, D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, and R Praggnanandhaa secured decisive wins in the 11th and final round.

Chess Olympiad Winner Decides Against Defending Title In Azerbaijan To Meet PM Narendra Modi

Fresh from his exploits in India's first-ever title-winning campaign at the Chess Olympiad, Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi has decided against defending his crown at the 10th Vugar Gashimov Memorial Chess Super Tournament in Azerbaijan for an audience with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday. Gujrathi had won the Azerbaijan event last year after outperforming compatriot Arjun Erigaisi.

"Vinesh Phogat Should've Apologised For Her Disqualification": Olympian Yogeshwar Dutt

From the wrestling mat to the political arena, the battle of words continues between some of India's most esteemed wrestlers. Vinesh Phogat's empty-handed return from the Paris Olympic Games 2024 due to her disqualification, has become a big talking point. The wrestler, who had announced his decision to quit the sport after her disqualification, decided to join the Indian National Congress ahead of the upcoming elections in Haryana. But, fellow wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt, who is also switched to politics, feels Vinesh should've apologised to the entire country for costing them a medal.

PM Narendra Modi Acknowledges Team India's Double Gold In Chess Olympiad, Says "Bharat Is Full Of Energy And Dreams"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday aknowledged Team India's double gold victory at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad, and said that "Bharat is full of energy and dreams." India delivered an outstanding performance at the FIDE Chess Olympiad in Budapest, securing gold medals in both the men's and women's events on Sunday. Addressing Indian diaspora at Nassau Coliseum in New York, PM Modi praised the achievements of both teams. "Bharat is full of energy and dreams. Every day we see new achievements. Today, both India men's and women's teams have won gold medals in Chess Olympiad," he said.

PM Narendra Modi Praises US Cricket Team's T20 World Cup Performance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the performance of the United States men's cricket team during the ICC T20 World Cup held in the United States and West Indies this year. PM Modi was addressing an Indian diaspora event at the Nassau Coliseum in New York. "Some days back here, the T20 World Cup took place. The USA team played so well in that competition. That team had so many Indian people who are living here and their contributions were witnessed by the whole world."

PM Narendra Modi Acknowledges Team India's Double Gold In Chess Olympiad, Says "Bharat Is Full Of Energy And Dreams"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday aknowledged Team India's double gold victory at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Chess Olympiad, and said that "Bharat is full of energy and dreams." India delivered an outstanding performance at the FIDE Chess Olympiad in Budapest, securing gold medals in both the men's and women's events on Sunday. Addressing Indian diaspora at Nassau Coliseum in New York, PM Modi praised the achievements of both teams. "Bharat is full of energy and dreams. Every day we see new achievements. Today, both India men's and women's teams have won gold medals in Chess Olympiad," he said.

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Watch: PM Narendra Modi Enjoys R Praggnanandhaa vs Arjun Erigaisi Bullet Chess Clash

Chess Olympiad Winner Decides Against Defending Title In Azerbaijan To Meet PM Narendra Modi

PM Narendra Modi Meets Chess Players, Hails India's Historic Double Gold Triumph

Chess Olympiad Winner Decides Against Defending Title In Azerbaijan To Meet PM Narendra Modi

"Vinesh Phogat Should've Apologised For Her Disqualification": Olympian Yogeshwar Dutt

PM Narendra Modi Acknowledges Team India's Double Gold In Chess Olympiad, Says "Bharat Is Full Of Energy And Dreams"

PM Narendra Modi Praises US Cricket Team's T20 World Cup Performance

PM Narendra Modi Acknowledges Team India's Double Gold In Chess Olympiad, Says "Bharat Is Full Of Energy And Dreams"