What an extraordinary achievement! A testament to hard work, dedication, and perseverance👏

🏆 Delighted to win the European Chess Club Cup Women 2026 with Cercle d’Echecs de Monte-Carlo! 🇲🇨♟️ My association with this wonderful club started in 2007 and has always been special, and I’m proud to be part of its journey. A fantastic team effort and a memorable victory alongside such wonderful teammates ❤️ #ECCC2026 #Chess

It was a pleasure to inaugurate the Chess Club at Chalapathi University alongside Sri Bhashyam Rama Krishna garu and be part of the All India Open Rapid Chess Tournament, which saw an impressive participation of 242 players. #Chess #ChalapathiUniversity #Guntur

లోకేశ్ గారూ, నా విజయాన్ని అభినందించి, అమరావతిలో చెస్ అకాడమీ ఏర్పాటుకు సహకరిస్తామని హామీ ఇచ్చినందుకు ధన్యవాదాలు. మీ సహకారంతో మన రాష్ట్రంలో చెస్ క్రీడ మరింత అభివృద్ధి చెందడంతో పాటు, యువ క్రీడాకారులు జాతీయ, అంతర్జాతీయ స్థాయిలో రాణించేందుకు మంచి అవకాశాలు లభిస్తాయని ఆశిస్తున్నాను. 🙏 @naralokesh

Truly heartwarming to see the Government of Uzbekistan honouring their Chess Olympiad winners. Such recognition is a wonderful encouragement for athletes and a proud moment for the entire chess community👏

Uzbekistan knows how to celebrate its chess heroes! 🇺🇿 Each member of the Olympiad gold-winning team (Abdusattorov, Sindarov, Yakubboev, Vokhidov, Madaminov) receives: 💰 $200,000 🏡 A home 🚙 A Volkswagen Teramont Pro The state honours: - Javokhir Sindarov: the "Fidokorona xizmatlari uchun" Order - Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Nodirbek Yakubboev and Shamsiddin Vokhidov: "Honored Athlete of the Republic of Uzbekistan" - Mukhiddin Madaminov: "O'zbekiston iftixori" ("Pride of Uzbekistan") The para-chess bronze team (Kimsanboev, Shayusupov, Zaynidinov, Mamarajabov, Kakishova) gets $50,000 each, plus a home and a car. All five were also awarded the "Mardlik" ("Courage") Order. Coaches Rustam Kasimdzhanov and Samandar Shermuhammadov each get a car and the title "Honored Sports Coach of the Republic of Uzbekistan". It's incredible to see how Uzbekistan is backing its champions!

Delighted to see @aicfchess @narangnitin supporting India's next generation of chess talent through this stipend initiative. Investing in young players today is investing in the future of Indian chess. Wishing all the beneficiaries the very best! ♟️🇮🇳 #WorldChessDay

In today’s era of rapid technological advancement, strong anti-cheating measures are essential to protect the integrity of chess. They may feel demanding, but ensure games are decided by skill. There have been times of doubt during games, but existing rules make it difficult to speak openly—highlighting the need for stronger systems. These measures must be applied consistently across all FIDE events, including the FIDE World Cup and the Chess Olympiad. I appreciate FIDE’s efforts in the Candidates and request they be standard in all major tournaments.@FIDE_chess

I’m excited to be part of this team and to compete in Hong Kong this June!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING WSOP SUPER CIRCUIT - CYPRUS

After deep reflection, I have taken the difficult decision to withdraw from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament. No event, no matter how important, can come before personal safety and well-being. Despite the assurances provided, I do not feel fully secure under the current circumstances. This is a painful but necessary decision, and I stand by it.

My sincere respect to @WadimRosenstein and the WR Chess team for their unwavering love for the game and their thoughtful commitment to the well-being of players🙏

Dear chess friends, I am closely following the current situation in Cyprus and understand that it is becoming increasingly critical. With @humpy_koneru Humpy Koneru reportedly considering participation in the Candidates Tournament, it becomes even more important to ensure that all players can compete in a safe and stable environment. In this regard, FIDE has already been informed of our readiness to support and provide an immediate solution if required. Should it be necessary, we stand ready to act immediately. We can organize the Candidates Tournament in Germany, ensuring maximum safety and reliability for all participants and officials. Germany offers world-class infrastructure and security - conditions essential for an event of this importance. All organizational and logistical expenses would be fully covered by WR Chess, with our full commitment and responsibility. Our priority is clear: to protect the players, preserve the integrity of the competition, and ensure that the tournament can take place under the best possible conditions. @anishgiri @GMHikaru @FabianoCaruana @ChessbaseIndia @humpy_koneru @rpraggnachess @GMJSindarov @FIDE_chess

I know that alone, I may not be able to change anything. But regardless of whether I play in the Candidates or not, I felt it was important to express what I genuinely feel. I’m truly grateful to everyone who has shown their support. . For those who cannot understand the sensitivity of this situation, I choose to leave it at that. worldchess.com/news/candidat…

🚨 HT EXCLUSIVE Humpy likely to pull out of Candidates in Cyprus over Iran war safety concerns  "It just doesn't make any sense. It’s dangerous to travel anywhere near West Asia at this point when there’s so much tension and uncertainty." +

Congratulations to @ChessbaseIndia on completing 10 wonderful years! ♟️ Special appreciation to @sagarchess1 and Amruta Mokal for your passion and tireless efforts in promoting chess in India. Wishing the entire team many more years of success!

Truly touched by this beautiful artwork. Thank you, Sweta Jain, for your love and effort 🙏✨

Heartfelt congratulations to my husband Anvesh and the entire Efftronics team on embracing Hello Future. Four decades of quiet dedication, nation-building, and innovation—now stepping confidently into the future with purpose. Proud of the team that believes technology can truly make a difference. piped.video/Ap7EAdFtiXM?feature…