FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 Inaugurated in Goa; PM Modi Says Return of Event to India Marks a Proud Moment for Nation

  The FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 was inaugurated today at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Taleigao, Goa marking the prestigious tournament’s return to India after 23 years. The World Cup, being held from October 31 to November 27, features 206 players from 82 countries competing for a total prize purse of two million dollars. Top names like Gukesh D, Praggnanandhaa R, Wesley So, and Anish Giri are taking part, making Goa the global capital of Chess for the next four weeks. ...