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Sahithi Varshini learning chess from her father Lokeswara Moogi Rao (Special Arrangements) NEW DELHI: In May 2019, before the pandemic had pressed the pause button on the world, Sagar Shah, already an International Master (IM) and one of the most influential voices in today’s chess fraternity, wrote a line in his ChessBase column: “Just like … Read more

File Pic: Shooter Manish Narwal NEW DELHI: With less than a week to go before the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games starts, India’s preparations have been clouded by selection disputes, coaching omissions and administrative delays, leaving athletes in para shooting, cycling, badminton, table tennis and boccia grappling with uncertainty.On Monday, nine of India’s 13 selected para … Read more

KOLKATA: Lalremsiami Hmarzote’s thoughts drifted to her late father as thousands lined the streets of Mizoram to celebrate India’s historic women’s hockey gold medal at the Asian Games.“I know he would be proud of me and is watching me from heaven,” the forward told TOI, reflecting on a campaign that saw her score seven goals, … Read more