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#13163220

7 Jan 2026

Indian chess grandmasters Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Viswanathan Anand speak during the draw ceremony for the upcoming Tata Steel Chess India tournament in Kolkata, India, on January 6, 2026. The headline narrative of the 2026 edition is the return of Viswanathan Anand to competitive action in Kolkata after a six-year gap. Five-time world champion and the architect of India's modern chess boom, Anand's presence is more than ceremonial. Even at 56, his speed-chess credentials remain formidable, and his participation creates a symbolic bridge between generations. Facing him is a formidable Indian contingent led by Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa--players who represent the present and future of the sport. For Indian fans, the sight of Anand sharing the board with players he once mentored underlines how rapidly the country's chess ecosystem has matured. The women's section continues Tata Steel Chess India's commitment to parity and depth. With defending champions Aleksandra Goryachkina and Kateryna Lagno returning, and a strong Indian presence led by Divya Deshmukh and R. Vaishali, the competition promises to be fiercely contested. Equal prize money and identical formats underline the tournament's progressive structure and its role in strengthening women's chess in India.

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#13163221

7 Jan 2026

Indian chess grandmasters Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Viswanathan Anand look on during the draw ceremony for the upcoming Tata Steel Chess India tournament in Kolkata, India, on January 6, 2026. The headline narrative of the 2026 edition is the return of Viswanathan Anand to competitive action in Kolkata after a six-year gap. Five-time world champion and the architect of India's modern chess boom, Anand's presence is far more than ceremonial. Even at 56, his speed-chess credentials remain formidable, and his participation creates a symbolic bridge between generations. Facing him is a formidable Indian contingent led by Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa--players who represent the present and future of the sport. For Indian fans, the sight of Anand sharing the board with players he once mentored underlines just how rapidly the country's chess ecosystem matures. The women's section continues Tata Steel Chess India's commitment to parity and depth. With defending champions Aleksandra Goryachkina and Kateryna Lagno returning, and a strong Indian presence led by Divya Deshmukh and R. Vaishali, the competition promises to be fiercely contested. Equal prize money and identical formats underline the tournament's progressive structure and its role in strengthening women's chess in India.

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#13163222

7 Jan 2026

Indian chess grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa participates in the draw ceremony for the upcoming Tata Steel Chess India tournament in Kolkata, India, on January 6, 2026. The headline narrative of the 2026 edition is the return of Viswanathan Anand to competitive action in Kolkata after a six-year gap. Five-time world champion and the architect of India's modern chess boom, Anand's presence is far more than ceremonial. Even at 56, his speed-chess credentials remain formidable, and his participation creates a symbolic bridge between generations. Facing him is a formidable Indian contingent led by Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa--players who represent the present and future of the sport. For Indian fans, the sight of Anand sharing the board with players he once mentored underlines just how rapidly the country's chess ecosystem matures. The women's section continues Tata Steel Chess India's commitment to parity and depth. With defending champions Aleksandra Goryachkina and Kateryna Lagno returning, and a strong Indian presence led by Divya Deshmukh and R. Vaishali, the competition promises to be fiercely contested. Equal prize money and identical formats underline the tournament's progressive structure and its role in strengthening women's chess in India.

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#11172065

23 Apr 2024

Faithful react during Franklin Graham 'God Loves You' tour in Tauron Arena in Krakow, Poland on April 11, 2024.

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#11172062

23 Apr 2024

Volunteer during Franklin Graham 'God Loves You' tour in Tauron Arena in Krakow, Poland on April 11, 2024.

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#10950754

30 Jan 2024

EJA Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin is attending the Memorial Ceremony and reciting the Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023. The European Jewish Association is hosting a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been on the rise since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, the conference includes visits to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and a memorial ceremony.

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#10950760

30 Jan 2024

Chief Rabbi Binyomin Jacobs is participating in the Memorial Ceremony and Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in connection with the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, titled 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' The conference is addressing the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been on the rise since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, the conference includes visits to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and a memorial ceremony.

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#10950771

30 Jan 2024

Special guests and representatives of European Jewish communities are attending the Memorial Ceremony and reciting the Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23. The conference, organized by the European Jewish Association, is taking place in Krakow on January 22-23 in observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the rising anti-Semitism since October 7 and the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, the conference includes visits to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and a memorial ceremony.

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#10950803

30 Jan 2024

Special guests and representatives of European Jewish communities are attending the Memorial Ceremony and reciting the Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23. The conference, organized by the European Jewish Association, is taking place in Krakow on January 22-23 in observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the rising anti-Semitism since October 7 and the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, the conference includes visits to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and a memorial ceremony.

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#10950794

30 Jan 2024

Reuven Rivlin, the 10th President of the State of Israel, Minister of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism of the State of Israel, Amichai Chikli, and Israel's ambassador to Poland, Yacov Livne, are attending the Memorial Ceremony and Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp at the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in connection with the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, titled 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' The main topic is anti-Semitism, which, according to the association, has been growing since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, delegations are visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and participating in a memorial ceremony.

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#10950796

30 Jan 2024

In Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023, Amichai Chikli, the Minister of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism of the State of Israel, and Yacov Livne, Israel's ambassador to Poland, are attending the Memorial Ceremony and reciting the Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp during the EJA conference. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, titled 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' The conference's main focus is on the rise of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been increasing since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, the program includes visits to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and a memorial ceremony.

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#10950797

30 Jan 2024

In Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023, Amichai Chikli, the Minister of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism of the State of Israel, is attending the Memorial Ceremony and reciting the Kaddish prayer at Birkenau Camp during the EJA conference. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, titled 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' The conference is focusing on the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been on the rise since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. On the second day, the program includes visits to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and a memorial ceremony.

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#10950747

30 Jan 2024

Delegations are touring the Auschwitz Concentration Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in connection with the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been increasing since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. A memorial ceremony at the camp is also taking place on the second day.

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#10950748

30 Jan 2024

Delegations are touring the Auschwitz Concentration Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in connection with the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been increasing since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. A memorial ceremony at the camp is also taking place on the second day.

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#10950749

30 Jan 2024

Rabbi Menachem Margolin, Chairman of the European Jewish Association (EJA), is visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023. The conference, which is taking place on January 22-23, is organized by the EJA in Krakow in observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been on the rise since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. On the second day of the conference, delegations are attending the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and participating in a memorial ceremony.

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#10950755

30 Jan 2024

Delegations are touring the Auschwitz Concentration Camp during the EJA conference in Oswiecim, Poland, on January 23, 2023. The European Jewish Association organized a conference in Krakow on January 22-23 in connection with the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year's theme is 'Never Again: Lip Service or Deep Commitment?' with a focus on the issue of anti-Semitism, which the association notes has been increasing since October 7 due to the conflict in Palestine. A memorial ceremony at the camp is also taking place on the second day.

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