Sanchari Pal

In 2016, five Indian-origin teens were announced as winners of the 2016 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. Here are the stories of these five young leaders who are not only transforming their communities through their work, but are also encouraging others to take action.

For centuriess, hundreds of megalithic stone sentinels or menhirs have stood guard in the little hamlet of Vangchhia in the Champhai-Farkawn mountain range of Mizoram. Called the Kawtchhuah Ropuithe, these mysterious megaliths may hold the key to hitherto unknown facts about a lost civilisation.

While some folk theatre forms like raslila, nautanki and ramlila are recognized all over the country, there are some which, in spite of being equally amazing, remain largely unnoticed. Here is a list of 12 beautiful yet lesser known folk theatre forms from across India.

Largely overlooked by writers and historians, this is the little know story of India's youngest spy, 16-year-old Saraswathy Rajamani, who smuggled secrets for the Indian National Army's intelligence wing.

A much-loved icon of modern India, the deliciously witty Amul Girl turns 50 this October. Here's the interesting story behind the creation of the iconic blue-haired girl who has been winning hearts with her tongue-in-cheek one-liners for decades.

In 2011, an American teacher and 27 Tibetan refugees girls, living in exile in Dharamshala, formed the first Tibetan national women's football (soccer) team. For them, it was not just a way to combat the gender inequality prevalent in their community, it was also a precious opportunity to represent their lost homeland.

Rural communities thrive on the commitment and dedication of women, and hence, it's important to acknowledge the contributions of these unsung heroines. In honour of the International Day of Rural Women 2016, here are three incredible stories of rural women farmers in India who are making a difference in their communities and inspiring others in the process.

Been there, done that? Looking to do something different? Here’s a guide to one of India's most underrated beach destinations, a pristine haven that will surely have you reaching for your bags!

There are several unique and increasingly rare fruits in India that are collected from the wild and eaten mostly by the local inhabitants. A reminder of changing seasons and childhood summers, here is a look at 15 fruits from India that can open up an entirely new world to you.

Apart from donning many hats in his successful career, Kishore Kumar lived an enigmatic life. Here are some fascinating story snippets from the eventful life of the legendary actor-singer.