Throughout human history, one game has remained a staple of cultures, played by kings, nobles, citizens, and peasants alike. The game we are talking about is over a millennium old, and today is played ...

Krishna and Radha playing chaturanga. Source: Wikicommons/public domain The Gupta emperor Kumaragupta (r. 414-455 CE) founded the Nalanda mahavira (monastic university), which is regarded as the world ...

Chess originated nearly 1,500 years ago in northern India. This strategic marvel has conquered continents, inspired works of literature, facilitated diplomatic ties and, most recently, seized the ...

International Chess Day is celebrated globally on June 20 every year to mark the founding of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in 1924. Chess is not just a board game, but symbolises strategic ...