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The International Chess Tournament for the President’s Cup of the Republic of Tajikistan concluded with a vibrant closing ceremony held on November 16 at the Hyatt Regency Dushanbe Hotel.The competition of chess virtuosos took place over seven days — from November 9 to 16 — in the conference hall of the Istiqlol Hotel, bringing together 230 participants from 16 countries around the world.Based on the results of an intense and spectacular battle, the prize places were distributed as follows:Group “A”🥇 1st place — GM Pranav Anand (India 🇮🇳) — 10,000 USD🥈 2nd place — GM Sergey Drygalov (Russia 🇷🇺) — 8,000 USD🥉 3rd place — GM Nikita Afanasiev (Russia 🇷🇺) — 5,000 USDGroup “B”🥇 1st place — Islambek Khusanov (Uzbekistan)🥈 2nd place — Makhamadullaev Mukhammaddier (Uzbekistan)🥉 3rd place — Oksana Goryachkina (Russia)In total, 15 main cash prizes were awarded in Group “A” and 11 in Group “B.” Additionally, the organizers established 4 special prizes in Group “A” and 12 in Group “B,” recognizing the best games and outstanding achievements of the participants.Particular respect goes to the athletes of the Olympic chess team of Tajikistan. Our players demonstrated a high level of preparation, professionalism, and resilience in matches against strong opponents. Their confident performances were acknowledged by the panel of judges and duly rewarded.This tournament has become an important milestone in strengthening the position of Tajik athletes on the international chess stage, confirming the growing mastery and competitiveness of our players.

On November 10, 2025, a grand opening ceremony for the International Chess Tournament for the President’s Cup of the Republic of Tajikistan took place at the Hyatt Regency Dushanbe Hotel.The event is held within the framework of the sports-oriented policy of the Founder of Peace and National Unity, Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, and is organized in accordance with the calendar of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the Unified Calendar Plan of Physical Culture and Sports Events of the Republic of Tajikistan for 2025.More than 230 chess players from 16 countries around the world are participating in the tournament, which will take place in Dushanbe from November 9 to 16, 2025.The competition is dedicated to the Day of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan and aims to:-Promote the development of chess in the country;-Strengthen international cooperation;-Popularize a healthy lifestyle among youth.The organizers of the event are the Committee for Youth and Sports Affairs under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the Chess Federation of Tajikistan.The official ceremony was attended by:- Rahmonzoda Abdullo Kurbonali — Assistant to the President of the Republic of Tajikistan for Social Development and Public Relations- Gulahmadzoda Zulfikor Ahmad — Chairman of the Committee for Youth and Sports Affairs- Zafar Mirzo — Chairman of the National Chess Federation / Chairman of the Board of Directors of KOINOTI NAV Group of Companies- Odilzoda Dilbar Rahim — Deputy Chairman of Dushanbe CitySpeakers emphasized the Leader of the Nation’s contribution to the development of sports and noted that hosting major tournaments contributes to the growth of professional skills among Tajik athletes and strengthens Tajikistan’s international image.The tournament brings together chess players of various levels and creates new momentum for the development of this sport in the country, serving as a platform for remarkable achievements and international exchange of experience.

On October 25, a new bookstore Khirad Books - opened its doors at City Mall.This is a space for those who strive for knowledge, growth, and new ideas.We offer a curated selection of books in Tajik, Russian, and English, including motivational, scientific, philosophical, and children’s literature, as well as fiction.Our mission is to promote a culture of reading and inspire people toward personal growth and education.Here you’ll find carefully selected titles: books for adults and children; works on self-development, psychology, philosophy, and management; and fiction by classic and contemporary authors.We are creating an environment where reading becomes a habit and books become tools for development. Khirad Books supports local authors and hosts thematic events, presentations, and projects for school and university students.Visit Khirad Books at City Mall - discover new stories, expand your horizons, get inspired.