Delhi Constable’s Free School Helps Kids Dream Big
Every day, more than 100 young kids flock to the Red Fort parking area where Than Singh and his group of volunteers wait for them. For the past nine years, the Delhi police constable has been running a school on the premises of the Lal Qila called ‘Than Singh Ki Pathshala’. It was in 2015 […]
NASA Aerospace Engineer Shares 5 Tips to Build a Career in Space
Akshata Krishnamurthy’s fascination with space began as a child as she wondered about what lies beyond our planet. Her curiosity was fuelled by weekly visits to the planetariums and air shows in Bengaluru. It was no surprise then that this young girl would want to pursue a career in aerospace. But how, where, and what […]
I Beat Cancer Thanks to Regular Health Checkups: Lessons from a Survivor
In 2023, I encountered a life-altering challenge – a battle with bladder cancer. This unexpected journey, marked by early detection and unwavering determination, reshaped my perspective on health and resilience. Originally from Mumbai, I now call Singapore my home. During a routine visit back to the city, I decided it was time for a thorough […]
Lawyer On Improving Digital Inclusion
“Once blindness takes over, it shatters your world and you don’t know what to do, where to go, especially after the doctor says that they can’t do anything at this point,” explains Anchal Bhateja when asked about how she coped after going completely blind as a school student. Anchal was born with low vision due […]
Muneeb Amin Bhatt, Techie With NASA & Apple’s ‘Hall of Fame’ Recognition
“Dear Mr Bhat, Thank you for your report. We have confirmed that this is indeed a vulnerability.” These are one of the many mails that Muneeb Amin Bhat, a cyber security analyst and ethical hacker, receives in his mailbox. The first of such mails that he received, which included a bounty, added to the young […]
Initiative Helps Student Startups Win Seed Funding & Mentorship
This article is sponsored by Ciena in collaboration with nasscom foundation. A young child is encouraged to explore the world and get their hands dirty in a playground. ‘Fall down seven times, stand up eight’, are words that every child lives by. Why then, do we lose this never-say-die attitude as we grow up? Pushing […]
This Monsoon, #DonateARoof To Help 200 Underprivileged Kids Study in Safety
In a few years from now, you will spot a young journalist on television. Watch out for ‘Sakshi Patel’, whose factual reporting style on the issues encountered by remote Indian villages will take you by surprise. There will be no mincing of words as she digs out solutions to the daily battles fought by children […]
This CSR Initiative Helps Kids of Construction Workers Join Schools
This article is sponsored by Meru International School In India, you cannot help but spot young children at a construction site living in makeshift houses with their parents who work there. While they may belong to different parts of the country, what unfortunately remains common is the fact that these children don’t go to school. […]
Siblings With AIR 1 and 18 Share Preparation Tips & More
The world can be divided into two sets of people: those who like to study alone and those who prefer a study buddy. I fall into the latter category, as having someone in the same boat as you to motivate you and answer your queries is a boon. It’s also fun, as you have someone […]
What Happens At NASA Space Camp? 16-YO Aspiring Astrophysicist Shares
Do you remember the first book that left a deep impact on you? Some books leave an indelible impact on our minds, staying in our hearts forever. For some, books also lead to their passions. Such was the case for Geet. As a five-year-old, she remembers visiting a book fair with her parents where they […]