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Divya Deshmukh's World Cup title: A testament to India's massive strength in chess

Divya Deshmukh's World Cup win underlines the depth of Indian chess across all categories — open, junior, and now women's.

'Wore lucky kurta, played Mary Kom songs and won': How Nagpur's 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh conquered chess world for India

Divya Deshmukh, at 19, has won the World Cup chess title. She is the first Indian woman to achieve this feat. She is ...

Divya Deshmukh beats Koneru Humpy in final to become FIDE Women’s World Cup champion 2025; netizens say ‘Glory of India’

Divya Deshmukh, 19, made history as the first Indian woman to win the Chess World Cup, defeating Koneru Humpy. Her victory, ...

From Divya Deshmukh to Manu Bhaker: India’s fierce and fabulous new wave of sportswomen

Five trailblazing Indian sportswomen are redefining athletic excellence with skill, style, and unstoppable spirit.