Pranit Rastogi Shines in Recent Chess Tournaments

Pranit Rastogi of Grade 3 Shiv Nadar School Faridabad has continued to excel in chess, bringing pride with his outstanding performances:

• New Delhi Open International FIDE Rated Tournament: Pranit secured 1st position in the Rapid Tournament, winning a trophy and a cash prize of ₹5,100, and achieved 2nd position in the Blitz Tournament in his category.
• Royal Jaipur Chess Classical FIDE Rated International Tournament (29 May – 1 June): He earned 3rd position, along with a trophy and a cash prize of ₹7,000.
• Global Chess Academy Tournament (6 July): Competing in the Under-12 category (higher age group) at Ramagya School, Noida, Pranit achieved 1st position and was felicitated for his remarkable achievement in the World Cadet Tournament.

On 12th July 2025, Pranit Rastogi (Grade 3 Kanha) participated in the Divine Chess Tournament held at Sector 21-C, Faridabad, and secured First Position in the Under-9 Category. 

We congratulate Pranit on his exceptional accomplishments and wish him continued success in his chess journey!

Shaurya Agarwal Shines at Faridabad District Badminton Championship 2025

Shaurya Agarwal, a student of Grade 10 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, has achieved outstanding success at the Faridabad District Badminton Championship 2025, held at Manav Rachna International School from 30th May to 3rd June 2025.

Shaurya secured two championship titles in the Under-17 Boys Doubles and Under-17 Mixed Doubles categories, demonstrating remarkable skill and sportsmanship.

Adding to this accomplishment, Shaurya has also qualified to represent Faridabad district in the Haryana State Championship in the Under-17 Boys Singles category.

We extend our heartiest congratulations to Shaurya and wish him continued success as he competes at the state level.

Jayansh Dhingra Shines at Matrix Chess Tournament

Jayansh Dhingra from Grade 7 Gir secured the 3rd Position in the Matrix Chess Tournament held in New Delhi from 3rd to 6th June 2025. This tournament followed the Classical time format, and Jayansh demonstrated exceptional focus, strategy, and resilience throughout the competition.

Congratulations to Jayansh on this remarkable achievement!

Avisha Arya Shines at the 29th Haryana State Chess Championship

Avisha Arya of Grade 3 Sariska made Shiv Nadar School Faridabad proud by securing the 9th position in Haryana and 1st position in Faridabad in the 29th Haryana State Chess Championship (U-9 category) held at Manaskriti School, Faridabad on 17th–18th May 2025.

Competing against 36 top players from across Haryana in 7 intense rounds, Avisha was the only participant from Faridabad to place in the top 10 at the state level. Her exceptional performance was recognized with a medal, certificate, and a cash prize of ₹1,000, presented by Mr. Naresh Sharma, General Secretary of the Haryana Chess Association.

Congratulations, Avisha! Your dedication and strategic brilliance inspire us all.

Celebrating Kiara’s Gold Medal Victory in WUSHU!

Kiara Gera from Grade 4 Gir has brought laurels to Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad by winning the Gold Medal at the 10th Faridabad District WUSHU Championship, held at Dronacharya Public School on 4th May 2025.

Congratulations, Kiara! Your dedication and spirit are truly inspiring

Celebrating Demira Sethi’s Swimming Triumphs

Demira Sethi, a talented swimmer from Grade 7, Shiv Nadar School Faridabad, continues to make us proud with her remarkable performances across multiple prestigious competitions.

At the District Swimming Competition held on 29th May 2025, Demira delivered an exceptional performance, securing:

• Gold – 200 meters Individual Medley (IM)
• Gold – 100 meters Butterfly
• Gold – 100 meters Freestyle
• Silver – 50 meters Butterfly
• Bronze – 100 meters Breaststroke
• Trophy for Best Swimmer of the Competition

Earlier, at the JG Sharma Memorial Swimming Competition on 27th April 2025 at the War Shaheed Memorial Stadium, Ambala, she added to her medal tally with:

• Silver – 100 meters Butterfly
• Silver – 200 meters Freestyle
• Bronze – 100 meters Breaststroke

Most recently, at the Haryana Swimming Competition held in Ambala on 12th November 2025, Demira once again proved her mettle, winning:

• Silver – 100 meters Butterfly
• Bronze – Relay Event
• Bronze – Relay Event

We congratulate Demira on her outstanding achievements. Her dedication, consistency, and sporting spirit shine through every performance. We look forward to cheering her on as she continues to rise to even greater heights.

Congratulations to Tiara Jain on Her Chess Achievements!

Tiara Jain, a 10-year-old student of MYP 1 at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, showcased remarkable skill and determination at two recent chess tournaments.

She secured the 5th position in the Faridabad District Women’s Chess Championship 2025 and went on to win the 1st Prize Trophy in the Under-11 Mixed Category at the DPSG Cup Chess Tournament.

Tiara's dedication to the game and her consistent performance are truly inspiring. We look forward to cheering her on as she continues to make her mark in the world of chess.

Well done, Tiara!

Divit Virmani Shines in Gymnastics!

Divit Virmani of Grade 3 Sariska won a Gold Medal in a recent gymnastics competition! His outstanding performance earned high praise from his coaches. Divit’s dedication and spirit are truly inspiring. This is just the beginning of a promising journey, and we look forward to cheering him on through many more achievements. Congratulations, Divit! Keep reaching for the stars!

Aruj Sahai Shines at the 14th National Schools Chess Championship

Aruj Sahai, a Grade 3 Sariska student at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, continues to demonstrate exceptional consistency, focus, and competitive maturity across the chess circuit. His performances reflect sustained effort, strategic clarity, and the confidence to compete across age categories.

Latest National Achievement

14th National Schools Chess Championship | Guwahati, Assam
Competing in the Under-9 Open category, Aruj scored 6/9 points, securing an overall rank of 22nd among 133 participants from across the country. He also emerged as the highest-ranked player from Haryana in his age category.

With this performance, Aruj is expected to receive his first FIDE classical rating, a significant milestone that marks his growing presence on the national chess stage.

Faridabad District Chess Championship – AFCA

Aruj competed across two age groups over consecutive days, delivering strong results against highly competitive fields:

• Under-11 Category | 5 April 2025
  Scored 4 wins out of 6 games, finishing 5th among 37 players, earning a medal while playing in a higher age group.
• Under-9 Category | 6 April 2025
  Scored 4.5/6, finishing 4th out of 47 participants, securing another medal.

The awards were presented by Cabinet Minister Mr. Vipul Goyal.

Key Tournament Performances (2025)

• The Gambits Cup, Delhi | 30 November
  Finished as U8 Champion, winning all 6 rounds in the Rapid category.
• Late Shri R. N. Sood Memorial Inter-School Chess, Faridabad | 1 November
  Secured 3rd position in the U9 category with a 4/5 score among 33 participants.
• SRCA Halloween Special U8 Rapid | 26 October
  Finished 4th, scoring 4/5 in a field of 28 players.
• GSA Chess Festival U10 Rapid | 12 October
  Finished 4th, winning 3 out of 4 games while competing in a higher age group.
• C. S. Sharma Memorial U9 Chess | 5 October
  Earned 2nd position, scoring 4/5 among 30+ participants.
• SNS Wildcats Cup | 12 September
  Finished 2nd in the U10 category, competing against players from all three Shiv Nadar School campuses.

State and National Pathway Performances

• SGFI State Championship | 8 November
  Representing Faridabad district, Aruj’s team secured 2nd position at the Haryana State SGFI Championship.
• SGFI District Championship (State Selection) | 21 August
  Competing in the U11 category, Aruj scored 5/6, finishing among the Top 5 out of 65+ players, and qualified for the Haryana State SGFI Championship.
• CBSE North Zone II Games | 13–15 August, Charkhi Dadri
  Selected for the U11 SNS Faridabad chess team, Aruj delivered a strong 5.5/6 performance (5 wins, 1 draw). His contribution helped the team finish 5th among 24 schools across North Zone II.

Recent Achievement | January 2026

8th Open Rapid Chess Tournament | Faridabad | 11 January 2026
Organised by Divine Chess, this Open Rapid tournament saw participation across multiple age groups. Competing in the Under-9 category, Aruj Sahai delivered a confident and composed performance to secure 1st Prize in his age category. He was awarded a trophy along with a cash prize of ₹1,100, further reinforcing his strong competitive form and continued upward trajectory in the chess circuit.

Aruj’s journey reflects discipline, resilience, and a genuine love for the game. We are proud of his achievements and look forward to seeing his chess journey grow from strength to strength.

District Champion – Pranit Rastogi (U-9 Chess, 2025–26)

Pranit Rastogi (Grade 3) has been crowned the District Champion in the Under-9 Chess category for the academic year 2025–26!

At the District Chess Championship held on 6th April 2025 at Grand Columbus School, Sector 16, Faridabad, Pranit delivered a stellar performance—remaining undefeated in all six of his games, a distinction no other player from Faridabad achieved in his category.

He was felicitated by Shri Vipul Goel, Cabinet Minister of Haryana, in recognition of his outstanding achievement.

Congratulations, Pranit! Your dedication, discipline, and passion for chess continue to make us proud.