One School. Thousands of Dreams. How a Swiss Woman Is Rewriting Futures in Rural India

Fifteen years ago Sandra Lavie Gojkovic boarded a one-way flight to India with little more than a backpack a heart full of questions and the courage to leave behind a comfortable corporate life in Switzerland Today that leap of faith has blossomed into a life-changing mission In a remote village of West Bengal the Swiss educator has built a free primary school that is doing far more than teaching children to read and write it is nurturing confident young leaders who are standing up against child marriage human trafficking and domestic violence Her extraordinary journey is a reminder that sometimes the richest life begins when we choose purpose over comfort From Corporate Boardrooms to Village ClassroomsRaised in Zurich Sandra enjoyed a secure upbringing and later built a successful corporate career in Switzerland and Dubai By every conventional measure she had achieved success financial stability international exposure and a promising future

27 Jul 2026

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Tiny Feet, Giant Achievement: Kerala's 8-Year-Old Scales North Africa's Highest Peak

Iya Krish the spirited youngster from Thrissur Kerala has achieved an extraordinary feat by climbing Mount Toubkal metres in Morocco the highest peak in North Africa In doing so she has become one of the youngest climbers from India and possibly one of the youngest in Asia to conquer the iconic mountain Her love for the mountains and disciplined preparation has helped her to achieve this remarkable feat A Young Mountaineer with a Big DreamIya's journey into the world of trekking began at the age of five It all started when she accompanied her father on the Sabarimala pilgrimage trail an experience that sparked a lifelong fascination with mountains and adventure What began as a pilgrimage soon evolved into a serious passion for mountaineering Over the years weekend trekking sessions physical conditioning and consistent training became a regular part of her routine preparing her for one of the toughest climbs

24 Jul 2026

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Carpenter's Daughter from Andhra Govt School Earns Place in Historic Global Space Mission

For many students the Moon is something to admire in the night sky For -year-old Kandula Jessie it has become a destination to work towards The Class student from Zilla Parishad Girls High School ZPGHS Dowleswaram Andhra Pradesh has achieved an extraordinary feat by earning a place in Mission ShakthiSAT the world's first global all-girls lunar CubeSat mission Selected among just participants from India after competing against nearly girls from countries Jessie is inspiring young dreamers across the nation The daughter of a carpenter her remarkable journey is a shining example of how determination supportive teachers and quality education can help young minds reach for the stars A Spark Ignited in a School Tinkering LabJessie's journey began not in a sophisticated research centre but inside her school's Atal Tinkering Lab Her physical science teacher and lab in-charge Manimala noticed her curiosity for science and encouraged her to enrol in the

23 Jul 2026

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Angen Becomes First-Ever Santhali Film to Win a National Film Award

For decades the stories of Santhali communities have lived through songs folklore and the cherished memories shared by grandparents Now those timeless tales have found a place on India's biggest cinematic stage Angen a moving Santhali short film directed by Ravi Raj Murmu has become the first-ever Santhali film to win a National Film Award creating history for Jharkhand and indigenous cinema across the country The film earned the nd National Film Award for Best Debut Film of a Director Non-Feature making it a landmark achievement not only for its creator but also for the Santhali language and its centuries-old storytelling tradition A Historic First for JharkhandThe award marks an unforgettable chapter in Jharkhand's cultural journey Never before had a Santhali-language film received a National Film Award With Angen that barrier has finally been broken bringing long-overdue recognition to one of India's oldest indigenous languages and its vibrant artistic heritage

23 Jul 2026

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When a Nation Wrapped Its Students in Kindness: India's Heartwarming Gesture at Jantar Mantar

There are moments that remind us a nation is held together not just by laws and institutions but by kindness This week amid the chants and placards at Delhi's Jantar Mantar an unexpected wave of compassion swept across the protest site From every corner of India and even from abroad complete strangers began sending food to the protest site through online delivery apps As students gathered to protest over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and demand accountability they found themselves embraced by countless strangers who wanted to ensure that no one raising their voice for justice would have to go hungry A Delivery Address Called HopeThroughout the day delivery riders kept arriving at the barricaded protest site But unlike regular orders these had no names or phone numbers attached The instructions were simple Give it to anyone protesting at Jantar Mantar Orders poured in from every corner of India and

22 Jul 2026

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She Never Got to Play. Today, the Saree-Clad Coach Is Creating Football Champions in Rural India

In the football-loving state of West Bengal where the sport is woven into everyday life one woman is proving that dreams don t always have to come true for the dreamer they can live on through others Meet Bharati Mudi a farmer homemaker and selfless football coach from Bankura district whose greatest victory isn t scoring goals herself but helping countless young girls score theirs She once dreamed of becoming a footballer But growing up in a conservative village that dream was cut short before it even had the chance to begin Girls she was told were not meant to play football nbsp However her dream to play football stayed with her so she started coaching young girls From the Fields to the Football GroundBharati s days begin much like those of countless rural women across India She tends to her farm manages household responsibilities and looks after her family

21 Jul 2026

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When Her EV Ran Out of Charge, an Indian Army Hero Went the Extra Mile!

What began as a routine drive quickly turned into an unforgettable lesson in humanity for vlogger Deepika Sharma when her electric vehicle EV ran out of battery before she could reach a charging station Stranded on the road with just battery left she found help in the most unexpected and inspiring way The hero of the day was Mr Narendra an Indian Army personnel whose selfless gesture has now earned widespread praise across social media after Sharma shared the emotional experience in a viral Instagram video In an age where stories of kindness often feel rare this one has reminded people that true heroes are found not just on battlefields but in everyday moments A Soldier Who Went Beyond Giving DirectionsSharma explained that she had started her journey with nearly battery believing it would comfortably take her to her destination However she misjudged the remaining range As the battery level

20 Jul 2026

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104 and Unstoppable! Grandma's 512-Day Yoga Streak Is Inspiring India to Stay Fit

While many people struggle to stick to a fitness routine for a week Gangamma Upadhyaya a -year-old from Karnataka has achieved something truly extraordinary She has completed consecutive days of live yoga and meditation sessions never missing a single morning Her incredible commitment has made her one of the most inspiring members of the online wellness community Habuild where participants from all age groups come together to build healthier lifestyles With her silver hair neatly tied back and a warm smile on her face Gangamma doesn't chase records or recognition She simply logs in every morning joins her online class and begins her day with calm determination One Small Habit Repeated Every DayGangamma's daily routine is beautifully simple Her mornings begin with meditation sacred chants and gentle yoga followed by creative activities that keep both her body and mind active What makes her journey remarkable isn't just her age it's

20 Jul 2026

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Indian-Origin Astronaut Anil Menon Embarks on His First Mission to the International Space Station

A new chapter in human space exploration is about to unfold as Indian origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon prepares for his long-awaited first journey into space On July Menon will lift off aboard the Russian Soyuz MS- spacecraft from the historic Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan joining Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina on an eight-month mission to the International Space Station ISS For Menon this marks the culmination of years spent saving lives as a doctor serving in the military and training as an astronaut From Doctor and Soldier to Space ExplorerAt Anil Menon brings an extraordinary mix of experience to his first space mission Born in Minneapolis to parents of Indian and Ukrainian heritage Menon has built a career unlike most astronauts Before joining NASA's astronaut corps he worked as an emergency physician caring for patients in hospitals and in some of the world's harshest environments His medical

14 Jul 2026

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