In a series of seven consecutive draws between world champion Ding Liren and challenger D Gukesh, the Indian prince seems stuck in a precarious position. With two games remaining, Gukesh is on the cusp of retaining his title but is facing mounting pressure to break the stalemate. Live updates from

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - The world chess championship hang-in-the-balance as Indian challenger Gukesh D and reigning champion Ding Liren engage in a crucial 12th game of their best-of-14 match, with both players tied on six points each. A defeat for either player could send the contest into rapid time controls to

New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI): The Indian cricket team is still in contention for the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 title despite being at No. 3 position with 57.29% points percentage. The team has been going through a tough patches after losing to Australia's 10-wicket side at Adelaide and

In an effort to cater to the growing demand for Sicilian Defense variations, renowned chess player and instructional DVD author Daniel King has released an exciting update to his popular "The Sicilian Najdorf" series. The new Power Play 18 adds fresh insights and strategic nuances to the widely acclaimed repertoire,

Chennai: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Madras has made a groundbreaking achievement by releasing the world's first high-resolution detailed 3D images of the human foetal brain, catapulting India to the forefront in brain mapping technology. This pioneering work, titled "DHARANI," is an open-source dataset that provides researchers worldwide with

Singapore, Dec 11, 2024 - The stage is set for an enthralling conclusion to the 2024 World Chess Championship match between Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh and his Chinese counterpart Ding Liren on Wednesday as they lock horns in Game 13. The scores are tied at 6-6 after 12 grueling games,

Dhaka, Bangladesh: December 11, 2024 - In the wake of Vice President Sheikh Hasina's ouster as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, reports have poured in of a surge in attacks on minority groups, with Hindu communities bearing the brunt. Authorities in Bangladesh have confirmed 88 incidents of such assaults. According to

Mumbai, April 27 - The World Chess Championship (WCC) is at a precipice, with two games remaining in the duel between Chinese world champion Ding Liren and Indian challenger D Gukesh. As the match hangs in the balance, fans are left wondering whether losing five games will be too much

In a thrilling turn of events, South Africa has taken the top spot in the 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) points table, putting pressure on defending champions India to book their place in the tournament finale. The Proteas' impressive performance in defeating Sri Lanka 2-0, helped them leapfrog India

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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - In a significant move to counter the growing threat from modern air forces, Russian company Rosoboronexport has unveiled its latest anti-aircraft missile system, the Buk-M3 Viking, capable of engaging and neutralizing some of the world's most advanced stealth aircraft, including the US Air Force's F-22 Raptor and

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Malaysian badminton sensation Lee Zii Jia is eyeing a spot atop the podium at the BWF World Tour Finals 2024, scheduled from December 11-15 in Hangzhou, China. Lee, who has already claimed two individual titles this year and secured bronze at the Paris Olympic Games, looks to

By: Ankit Taneja - Daily Alaryana Toronto's University Takes the Crown in QS Sustainability Rankings, India Showcases Strong Academic Growth The QS World University Rankings has released its latest rankings for the world's leading institutions, and the sustainability showdown is getting more fierce than ever. The top spot belongs to

In a significant development, former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the court for the first time on Monday in his long-anticipated corruption trial, as sources close to the matter revealed that his testimony would mark a pivotal moment in the ongoing saga. Netanyahu, who has been accused of several

In a shocking move, FIFA has announced that Inter Miami will participate in the revamped 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, leaving out reigning MLS Cup winners LA Galaxy. The decision was made to capitalize on Lionel Messi's global appeal and boost the tournament's visibility. The 32-team tournament is set to

The Pools Stage of the WSF World Squash Team Championships concluded yesterday, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion tomorrow at the Hong Kong Football Club. This historic edition of the championships marks the first time both men's and women's events are being held simultaneously. A total of 26 ties

London, England - Yorkshire batsman Harry Brook has been hailed as the best batter in the world by his England and county teammate, captain Joe Root. Brook's stunning batting display against New Zealand in the recently concluded series, where he scored a century off 115 balls, convinced Root that "Brooky

Adelaide, Australia - In a dramatic turn of events, the Indian cricket team's 10-wicket loss in the second Test against Australia has pushed them to the third spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Meanwhile, Australia regains its top spot after securing a dominating win in Adelaide. As

The highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is set to bring together 32 of the world's top club teams for a month-long football extravaganza, marking a significant shift in the tournament's structure and global reach. Modelled after the FIFA World Cup format, this revamped competition will be held in

Here's a summary of the key points from the post-game analysis: Both players had five pawns each along with both rooks in addition to the queens.Ding had previously captured Gukesh's pawn on f5 and given him a check by moving his rook one square to his right to the

Singaore, December 10, (Alayaran.com) - In a dramatic turn of events, India's teenage prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju has drawn first blood against reigning World Chess Champion Ding Liren in the ongoing championship match. The 18-year-old has managed to keep the score tied at three points each after six games, with

Mumbai, Dec 1, 2024: The highly anticipated showdown between Indian challenger D Gukesh and defending champion Ding Liren of China ended in a draw in the sixth game of the World Chess Championship. Both players maintained an identical tally of 3 points apiece, still shy of 4.5 more points

Lately, Indian players have been employing the Mar del Plata attack with surprising effectiveness against white's classical system. This complex opening can lead to a rich and dynamic position, where long-term strategic planning is essential, rather than relying on memorized variations. However, its beauty lies in its unpredictability, as demonstrated

The latest round of matches in the ongoing Test series has brought some thrilling wins and crushing defeats, reshuffling the pecking order of the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. The completion of the first test of each series saw India and South Africa emerge triumphant, securing crucial points that have

Singapore - In a thrilling conclusion, Gukesh's courageous decision to play on against Ding Liren in the ongoing FIDE World Chess Championship ended with a draw by threefold repetition after 46 moves from both players. The game saw Ding take an early advantage, forcing his teenage opponent into a time