Unsung Heroes

Durgabai walked out of her own child marriage, helped draft the Constitution, set up key institutions and led the emancipation of women from the front.

From scientists to entrepreneurs to retired government employees working to make the state better -- we bring you such inspirational tales.

The Begum ruled the largest area of rebel land, commanded the most significant rebel force of the war and held out the longest against the British

The torture began right from the day she filed the FIR. The principal had filed a police complaint under the POCSO Act. Little did she know that the repercussions of it would be her sacking.

Honoured with the Padma Shri, Janaki Thevar took over the leadership of INA's Rani of Jhansi regiment in Burma when she was just 18 years old!

Congress Radio functioned for just about 88 days during three occasions, igniting the dwindling spirits of the freedom movement.

Mumbai Rains: And while this is only a small attempt at highlighting their work, words will never be enough to express how these everyday heroes strive to keep the city going.

Captain Thapar lost his life in Kargil, during the Battle of Tololing Knoll.

The Father of the local church encouraged Clovis to settle down and work for the welfare of his adopted homeland.

Hyderabad's Sujathullah has used his own money in an effort to eliminate hunger, and help people in need.