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Sports became a sanctuary for HIV-positive youth through the ‘Champion in Me’ initiative, empowering them to break free from stigma and build resilience. Founded by Elvis Joseph, their multiple programs have impacted over 40,000 lives, offering children like Sonika and Manik a platform to excel, find hope, and inspire change.

Launched in collaboration with The Keshav Suri Foundation and Radhika Piramla, India’s first LGBTQIA+ dedicated fund will support grassroots organisations. It provides much-needed financial support while also standing as a symbol of solidarity, hope, and the fight for a more inclusive and equal future.

In Vidarbha, where farmers have long struggled with hardship, Krushi Sarathi, a movement founded by a local farmer's son, is planting seeds of change. Empowering farmers with tools, technology, and knowledge, Krushi Sarathi connects them to brighter futures.

Lateef Mohammed has spent his life collecting antiques from around the world. First-edition books, vinyls in perfect condition, and crystals that date back to dinosaur eras are a few of the treasures that feature in the Old Curiosity Shop in Chennai.

Forced to leave their villages in search of a better life, migrant families in Bengaluru’s slums often struggle to educate their children. Proud Indian, an NGO, is bridging this gap with innovative education initiatives and art programmes that empower kids to dream beyond survival.

Struggling with culture shock in big cities, five friends built Nanakmatta Public School in Uttarakhand — replacing rote learning with curiosity through films, debate, and real-world exposure.

By combining AI-driven alerts with real-time human patrolling, IFS officer Varun Jain has helped reduce human-elephant conflicts in Chhattisgarh, saving lives and fostering coexistence.

What if packaging left no waste behind? Indian startups are using seaweed to create eco-friendly alternatives to plastic. Could this ocean innovation change everything?

Sai Manogna Guthikonda, a 17-year-old JEE Main topper, achieved a 100 percentile, backed by her family’s unwavering support and guidance. Her mother, Padmaja, emphasises discipline, a balanced routine, and children’s mental well-being — without exerting excessive pressure. Here’s what parents can learn to help their children succeed.

Chef Garima Arora’s journey is far from ordinary. She traded her pen for a knife, moving from telling stories to creating unforgettable dishes. Her Indian-Thai fusion cuisine earned her Michelin stars. How did a journalist end up in the kitchen?