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AICF to announce delayed Chess Olympiad team in 'a week'
Chennai, After a month of delay, the Indian team for the Budapest Chess Olympiad in September will be finalized in "a week", Indian Chess Federation president Nitin Narang said."The selection process is underway and the team should be finalized in a week," Narang said without specifying the...-
Didn't violate guidelines, but AICF still banned me: Karun Duggal on compensation demand
CHENNAI: Two-time former state chess champion Karun Duggal of Delhi on Monday clarified that he has not violated All India Chess Federation guidelines as he approached the national body for canceling his Elo rating and banning him in 2010. Had demanded compensation from.He has sent a legal... -
Chess player sends legal notice to AICF, demands Rs 1 crore as compensation
"A legal notice has been sent to AICF demanding compensation of Rs 1 crore for the financial and professional loss caused by AICF's action, which has ended the chess career of me and many other upcoming players," Duggal told IANS. Done."According to the legal notice sent to AICF, "The total... -
AICF silent on violation of CCI order by Sara Bangla
In a notice on its website the SBDS has clearly declared: "It should be remembered that players should only participate in those tournaments which are approved and recognized by the Sara Bangla Daba Organisation."SBDS is trying to sabotage the rapid tournament organized by Bhogirath Halder... -
Chess Federation postpones AGM due to audited accounts not being ready
"For the first time in the history of AICF, the annual general body meeting was called and canceled just hours before the meeting due to non-receipt of audited accounts," a state chess association official told IANS on condition of anonymity. given."One of the issues on the agenda of the... -
Two chess players will seek compensation of Rs 1 crore from AICF for career interruption.
"A few days ago, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) had rejected AICF's plea for revival of the appeal due to the non-appearance of its lawyers. Now AICF will have to approach the Supreme Court," Duggal told IANS. "He also said that both the players will file a case against... -
'India Chess Player Rating System' prototype to be ready in 3 months: AICF chief (Interview)
Many chess players and tournament organizers welcomed the move, although they said the Indian rating system is a revenue generating opportunity for the AICF.In an exclusive interview with IANS, entrepreneur Narang explained in detail the reasons for adopting the 'India Chess Rating System' for... -
AICF plans to host more international tournaments in India: President Narang
CHENNAI: The All India Chess Federation (AICF) plans to host more international tournaments in India to ensure that its top players get adequate world-class exposure, its president Nitin Narang said on Sunday.Narang said that since all the top players in the country may not get the opportunity... -
AICF President Nitin Narang announces budget of Rs 65 crore for 'Indian Chess' ecosystem
New Delhi, All India Chess Federation President Nitin Narang on Saturday announced a budget of Rs 65 crore to take 'Indian Chess' and its ecosystem to unparalleled heights.After a meeting late on Saturday evening, decisions were taken on a number of initiatives including financial and... -
AICF chief Nitin Narang presents Rs 65 crore budget to develop Indian chess ecosystem
The key initiatives discussed on the occasion were aimed at strengthening the Indian chess ecosystem by providing financial and institutional support to grassroots players along with public relations.The introduction of programs like AICF Pro and AIC Popular for national level players will... -
AICF exploring all options to host FIDE World Championship clash between Gukesh and Liren
CHENNAI: The All India Chess Federation (AICF) is considering all options before bidding for the FIDE World Championship match between India's Gukesh and Ding Liren.AICF President Nitin Narang said, "We are internally assessing everything that is required to bid for it - understanding things... -
India will bid for rights to host World Chess Championship: AICF Secretary Dev Patel
CHENNAI: Newly-elected All India Chess Federation (AICF) secretary Dev Patel on Thursday said the country will bid for the right to host the clash between teenage sensation D Gukesh and defending champion Ding Liren of China in this year's much-awaited World Championship. Will apply... -
AICF's proposed action plan should include 'One Nation, One Registration', Chess League, National Chess Centre: Stakeholders
Members of the chess ecosystem were of the view that the proposed action plan would include setting up a National Chess Centre, organizing chess leagues, taking steps to include chess in the National Games, re-establishment of Khelo India, 'One Nation, One Registration'. The beginning should be... -
Indian chess body AICF is exploring the possibility of hosting the world title match between Gukesh and China's Ding.
AICF President Nitin Narang also said that the federation will provide a good financial reward to Gukesh for his recent success.Gukesh created history on Monday by becoming the youngest player to win the FIDE Candidates tournament in Toronto, Canada, scoring nine points in the round of 14 and... -
'Despite sponsoring players, Indian Chess Federation missed a big branding opportunity'
Interestingly, 17-year-old Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh won the tournament and challenged Chinese Grandmaster Daren Lin for the world title in the open category.Indian Grandmaster Konner Humpy secured second place in the women's category of the Candidates Tournament.Record number of five...