Sanchari Pal

Bipin Ganatra is not a professional fireman but has fought over 100 fires in the densely populated, chaotic city of Kolkata – working tirelessly to douse flames, rescue people and clean up debris. Here is the inspiring story of this gritty 59-year-old firefighter, an unsung hero we all need to thank.

For many Indian celebrities and public figures, their teachers inspired them to go after the impossible, to dream big dreams, and to remain diligent in the pursuit of their passions and talents. Here are the stories of 10 amazing teachers who made a difference in the lives of their extraordinary students.

Every spring, as the snow begins to melt in the mountains, the nomadic tribe of Van Gujjars embarks on an epic journey in search of the best pastures for their buffaloes. Here is the story of this peaceful, forest dwelling tribe and their journey across high plains, treacherous passes and picturesque Himalayan valleys.

India's very own 'Jurassic Park', the Balasinor Fossil Park, lies nestled in the tiny Raiyoli village of Gujarat's Khera district. And guarding the Park’s 65-million-year-old eggs is a fiercely passionate, dinosaur-loving princess.

These mobile apps not only help people stay connected to the government and get the latest information, they also let them take part in its initiatives. So go ahead and file an RTI online or ensure that your streets are clean – by using a Government of India app!

Located in Bengal's rural hinterland, Santiniketan embodies Rabindranath Tagore's vision of a place of learning that is unfettered by religious and regional barriers. Not only did this unique institution help education go beyond the confines of the classroom, it nurtured some of the most creative minds in the country.

These 14 unusual spices from the heart of India will add some complexity to your cooking. And yes, even though they might take a bit of work to find and get used to, your taste buds are sure to thank you for bringing something new to the table!

An ardent conservationist, Bibhuti Lahkar has been working tirelessly to save the unique biodiversity of Manas National Park for close to 20 years. He is also the first Asian to be nominated by the IUCN for their prestigious ‘Heritage Heroes' Awards 2016!

Blind para athlete Ankur Dhama has time and again overcome all odds to consistently win medals for India in Para Championships all over the world. Here is an exclusive interview with this determined young man who is representing India in the 800m and 1500m races at the Rio Para Olympics 2016.

Separated from his older brother at a train station in 1986, 5-year-old Saroo found himself lost in the slums of Calcutta. A quarter of a century later, now settled in Australia, he painstakingly searched for his family using Google Earth and, incredible as it may sound, found his way home.