Surekha Kadapa-Bose

From being ridiculed at school, to obtaining a double postgraduate degree and starting an organization that works for the empowerment of transgender persons – this is the story of Kalki Subramaniam and others who are taking up similar fights.

In a daring but successful attempt, seven women geared themselves up for a ride of a lifetime. They braved sub-zero conditions and dangerous roads to reach the top of the highest motorable pass, the Mana Pass in Uttarakhand.

Wood, terracotta, ceramic, beads, papier-mâché, jute, bamboo and more - several options of hand crafted jewellery in natural materials are available today. Here are some Indian designers who are constantly experimenting and coming up with fresh, beautiful and colourful designs.

Prominent designers like Ritu Kumar, Tarun Tahiliani, Anita Dongre and many more are going back to the roots to bring traditional weavers in the limelight and revive the beautiful, ancient weaving techniques that are getting lost.

The beautiful sarees, amazing sculptures and meaningful photographs, Dharavi's women artisans are using art to empower themselves. Here is how art changed their life.

Excelling in academics, writing, dancing - Nungshi and Tashi Malik have done it all. But their biggest achievement so far is conquering some of the highest peaks in the world. The duo has found a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the world’s first twin sisters to step together on the seven summits of the world.

Belonging to a conservative Muslim family, it was hard for Fatima Ahmed to break the shackles but she made sure to follow her dreams and do all that she ever wanted. From travelling the world to living like a "gypsy" and creating her very own niche in the world of art, Ahmed has lived her life on her terms. Read about this feisty and inspiring artist.