26/11 Mumbai terror attack

Rattled by the sight of the two lifeless bodies that lay in a pool of blood at the entrance, the staff nurse quickly ran and slammed the heavy double doors of the antenatal care ward.

“Terrorism is a man-made disaster. It leaves you with a lack of control. While in natural disasters, people often say it was mother earth etc., it is still a matter of faith. But in man-made disasters, it leaves you feeling helpless and powerless.”

Teaming up with former police commissioner Julio Ribeiro’s NGO, Public Concern for Governance Trust, and a couple of friends, Sarla Parekh engaged herself in a long litigation battle, seeking better surveillance and security systems for the city.

In an exclusive interview with The Better India, Divya narrates how 26/11 changed not just the lives of those inside hijacked spaces, but also their loved ones who watched the horror unfurl on their television sets.

What makes the story even more endearing is that, besides being part of many (bomb) search operations for over a decade, the four were best buddies and inseparable.

"I stood up against a terrorist and wasn’t afraid because it was the right thing to do."

Last Saturday, Praveen was one amongst hundreds of participants in the 72km-long Khardung La marathon in Ladakh, and managed to make it well within the stipulated time and even received a medal!

A dedicated teacher, a brave government critic, a human rights activist - read how Kavita Karkare was much more than just a martyr's widow. She fought for the truth and helped the families of constables and lower rank police officers to get their due from the government. A strong public speaker and a compassionate listener, here is why the whole country is mourning the death of this amazing soul.