Divya Deshmukh, an 18-year-old Indian chess prodigy, has gained global recognition after defeating World No. 1 Hou Yifan at the World Blitz Team Chess Championship in London. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded her victory, highlighting her determination and inspiration to aspiring chess players. Divya’s success, along with her other achievements, underscores India’s growing prominence in international chess. Post navigation WATCH: Tennis spectator hurt as advertising board falls in Germany SAI cracks the whip, orders tennis players to prioritise nation or lose funding