D Gukesh, Khel Ratna

Did govt apply rules, eligibility criteria in awarding Gukesh Khel Ratna?
D Gukesh's inclusion in the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awardees for 2024 has raised questions due to his achievement falling outside the awards cycle. Despite not self-applying or being recommended by the AICF,
Chosen For Khel Ratna Award, Gukesh Promises Best Moves In Future As Well
Chess world champion D Gukesh on Thursday promised his "best moves on 64 square and outside" in future as well after being chosen for the prestigious 'Khel Ratna' award by the government. Gukesh recently became the youngest-ever world champion when he defeated China's Ding Liren.
Manu Bhaker and D Gukesh among four to be conferred with Khel Ratna award: Check full list of awardees
India's 4 athletes will get Khel Ratna, 32 athletes will be conferred with the Arjuna Award, two for Arjuna Awards (Lifetime), three coaches will get the Dronacharya Award for Outstanding Coaches two will get the Lifetime Category award.
Started setting new goals for 2025 after World Championship and Khel Ratna: Gukesh
Chess prodigy D Gukesh, after winning the World Championship and receiving the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, prepares for the challenging 2025 season with renewed focus. Starting with the Tata Steel tournament,
'Almost gave up': Harmanpreet Singh talks about the transformation that made him the Khel Ratna awardee
Harmanpreet Singh's journey from 2023 World Cup disappointment to becoming one of world's top drag-flickers and a Khel Ratna awardee is remarkable. Overcoming setbacks with strong family and team support,
National Sports Day 2024: Full list of Khel Ratna, Arjuna award winners
The National Sports Awards 2024 celebrated India's top athletes, recognizing their unparalleled contributions to sports, including Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna winners Manu Bhaker, Gukesh D, Harmanpreet Singh,
Did the government follow protocol in awarding D Gukesh the Khel Ratna?
D Gukesh's inclusion in the 2024 Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awardees was a surprise, as his historic World Chess Championship win in December 2024 occurred outside the award's four-year cycle. Critics argue the government should have waited until next year,
Gukesh promises best moves on 64 squares after being chosen for prestigious Khel Ratna award
Chess world champion D Gukesh on Thursday expressed gratitude for being awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna by the Indian government. Recently crowned the youngest world chess champion, Gukesh promised to continue striving for excellence.
Khel Ratna 2024: No Cricketers This Year; Meet the Athletes Who Made the List
The Sports Ministry announced on Thursday, January 2, that four athletes will receive the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award on January 17, including world chess champion D Gukesh and double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker.
Manu Bhaker and D Gukesh among four to receive Khel Ratna award
Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker and world chess champion D Gukesh are among the four athletes who will receive the Khel Ratna award on January 17. Manu Bhaker's name was initially missing from the list of nominees for the highest sporting award in the country.
It's Cherry On Top: Para-Shuttler Kumar Nitesh On Arjuna Award, Eyes Khel Ratna In Future
In a season of discontent among some Paralympic medallists over a perceived snub in the annual national honours, ...
Khel Ratna Award 2024 Winners List: Check Names, Sports and Game Discipline
The Khel Ratna Award, officially known as the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, is India’s highest sporting honour. It was ...
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Olympic Medalists Shine in Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Awards 2024
Olympic medalists Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award ...