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- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

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Glorious Fashion Milestone: Indian Identity Takes Center Stage as Bhavitha Mandava Opens Chanel Show

When Bhavitha Mandava stepped onto the runway to open Chanel s Metiers d Art show in New York City she wasn t just modelling a garment she was representing a milestone for millions At this architect-turned-model from Hyderabad made history becoming the first Indian to receive the honour of leading a Chanel show a moment that redefines beauty narratives in global fashion and inspires countless young dreamers across India A Historic Moment for Indian RepresentationVery few Indian models have even walked the runway for Chanel a brand known for its exclusivity and long-standing global influence For an Indian model to open the show considered the most prestigious position on any runway signals a profound shift in fashion s global mindset It acknowledges the rise of Indian beauty talent and cultural identity in an industry long dominated by European aesthetics This moment is bigger than a career milestone It is a

5 Dec 2025
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Vizag Professor Designs Breakthrough Device Bringing Independence to Visually Impaired Children

For many visually impaired children the path to literacy begins with the gentle tap of a fingertip on a raised dot That simple touch opens the door to language knowledge and independence But learning Braille is far from simple It demands immense patience constant practice and repeated guidance from trained teachers In many schools one instructor handles dozens of students making personalised learning impossible In rural and remote areas children often do not even have access to specialised schools leaving them dependent on family members who may not understand Braille Into this gap steps an innovation from Visakhapatnam that may change how thousands of children learn to read A GITAM Professor s Vision for Accessible LearningMohammed Khwaja Muinuddin Chisti Assistant Professor in the Department of EECE at GITAM Deemed to be University has developed an embedded device called the Braille Learning Assistant Embedded Kit LAEK Designed to be simple intuitive

5 Dec 2025
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Siddhi Jain: India’s First Woman to Claim the NDA President’s Medal

In a landmark moment for the National Defence Academy Cadet Siddhi Jain has created history by becoming the first woman to win the prestigious President s Medal at the academy s th Passing Out Parade Her achievement has not only established her as the top-performing air cadet of her course but also reshaped the aspirations of countless young women who dream of a life in uniform More than a medal it symbolises a shift in India s military narrative one where women are no longer exceptions but emerging leaders Breaking Barriers at the th CourseThe atmosphere at the parade ground carried the weight of history as cadets marched out including fifteen women from the academy s second female cohort Among them Siddhi stood as a symbol of the possibilities that open when courage outruns doubt Two women had topped the academic stream in earlier courses but none had reached the

3 Dec 2025
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A Young Voice of the Vedas: Vedamurti Devavrat Rekhe’s Historic Feat at 19!

At just Vedamurti Devavrat Mahesh Rekhe from Ahilyanagar Maharashtra has carved his name into India s spiritual history with an achievement few ever dare to attempt In the sacred city of Varanasi he completed the highly demanding Dandakrama Parayanam at Vallabharam Shaligram Sangved Vidyalaya a Vedic feat so rare that scholars say it had not been performed in nearly years From October to November Rekhe devoted himself entirely to this intense spiritual discipline reciting nearly mantras from the Madhyandina branch of the Shukla Yajurveda over continuous days What began as a sacred duty soon became a national moment turning a quiet student of scriptures into a young symbol of cultural revival Raised in Tradition Trained for MasteryDevavrat s journey did not begin in Kashi it was shaped at home He comes from a lineage steeped in Vedic education His father Mahesh Chandrakant Rekhe is not only his guru but also

3 Dec 2025
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Rooted in Tradition, Celebrated Worldwide: Chef Vijay Kumar Named Global Indian of the Year 2025

Chef Vijay Kumar has been named the Global Indian of the Year at CNN-News s Indian of the Year Awards a recognition that marks the latest milestone in his extraordinary international journey The award comes soon after he secured one of the most prestigious culinary honors in the world the James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef New York State His achievements represent not only personal triumph but also a major moment for South Indian cuisine on the global map By celebrating Kumar the award also honours the traditions memories and cultural depth that define his cooking From Natham Village to the World StageKumar s story begins far from Manhattan s fine-dining scene Born in the small farming village of Natham in Tamil Nadu he grew up surrounded by rural landscapes earthy flavours and firewood-cooked meals that shaped his earliest memories of food The ingredients that came from nearby fields

3 Dec 2025
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Vidyut Jammwal Bags Major Hollywood Role in Live-Action Street Fighter

I ve spent so many hours playing this game in gaming arcades button-mashing with friends celebrating every win like it was real So seeing an Indian actor now stepping onto this very stage in real life feels incredibly special It s not just exciting it s emotional A game I grew up playing is now a dream an Indian is actually living And that makes this moment unforgettable In a major development for Indian talent in global cinema Vidyut Jammwal is reportedly set to appear in Hollywood s upcoming live-action adaptation of the iconic video game Street Fighter According to a report by Deadline the -year-old martial artist and actor will be stepping into the role of Dhalsim one of the franchise s most beloved and spiritually powerful characters For fans of both Bollywood and gaming the news marks a thrilling moment bridging two massive entertainment cultures through a familiar

2 Dec 2025
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From Rural Uttar Pradesh to Japan: The Incredible Innovation of Pooja Pal

In the quaint village of Agehra in Barabanki Uttar Pradesh a remarkable story of determination and innovation has unfolded through the life of -year-old Pooja Pal Growing up in a thatched house with no electricity no toilet and very limited resources her life has been shaped by struggle from the very beginning Her father works as a daily wage labourer and her mother serves meals in a government school yet Pooja never allowed her family s financial hardships to stop her from dreaming big She studied under the soft glow of a diya completed her household chores every day and supported her younger siblings In these challenging surroundings an idea took shape that would not only transform her own life but also inspire thousands of farmers across India A Problem Hidden in Plain SightPooja s journey as an innovator began when she was studying in Class Every day on her

1 Dec 2025
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When Save Soil Meets Nat Geo: Save Soil Warrior from Tamil Nadu Earns a Spot in Nat Geo’s Best Photos of 2025

Every year National Geographic selects a handful of photographs that define the world images that speak of courage culture crisis and hope From hundreds of thousands of submissions only photographs are chosen for its Pictures of the Year collection In one of these powerful images belongs to someone who works far from the fame of cities far from media lights nbsp Shyamala Gunasekaran an organic banana farmer from Tamil Nadu Her inclusion is not just a personal achievement it is a global recognition of the farmers who are quietly fighting to restore the planet s most valuable resource living soil A Portrait That Speaks for the SoilThe photograph that earned this rare honor is that of Shyamala on her organic banana farm The image is visually striking not because of artificial effects or digital editing but because of its authenticity The soft haze around her often mistaken for studio-made smoke

28 Nov 2025
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Youth Power in Governance : Sakshi Rawat Becomes India’s Youngest Gram Pradhan

In the quiet hills of Pauri Garhwal where many young people dream of leaving for city jobs one young woman chose a different path a path back home Sakshi Rawat a -year-old BTech graduate has become India s youngest Gram Pradhan after winning the local body election in Kui village Uttarakhand Her victory is more than just a political milestone it is a symbol of hope for rural India and a reminder that meaningful leadership can begin early with courage and conviction A Young Leader Who Chose Home Over the CityMost young graduates in Uttarakhand migrate to Dehradun Delhi or other metro cities in search of jobs But Sakshi s choice was rooted in emotion and responsibility Raised in a small village she had seen economic struggles limited opportunities and the steady outward migration of youth After completing her BTech in Biotechnology she had every opportunity to chase a career

28 Nov 2025
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