inspirational

When communities join together for social improvement and change, they can overcome even the most difficult of odds. Rupal Hariyaow talks about how a youth club in a village in Rajasthan banded together to get a disabled member assistance he desperately needed.

Single working women are often seen as outcasts in Indian society, with everybody questioning them and their abilities. However, this woman refused to let herself be brought down by her experiences, using them to fuel her growth and become an inspiring figure for others.

It is difficult to take care of a patient who requires constant care and attention, and many people tire of the “burden” quickly. However, this married couple proves that love can overcome even the most difficult situations – even after two decades.

The National Bravery awards will be given to 25 children for 2016, four of whom will receive them posthumously. The awards were first introduced in 1957, and are given in five different categories. But what are these awards, and how are the awardees selected? Rakesh Dubbudu from Factly takes a closer look.

Being diagnosed with a rare disease at birth can be difficult to come to terms with, especially when the treatment leaves permanent side effects. However, 25-year-old Shivangi has refused to let her experience with Meningocele shape her life, choosing to overcome her challenges through grit and determination.

Knowledge can change the world, and a visually-impaired but brilliant Belgaum native has the brainpower and the drive to do just that. This warm and friendly young man is using his amazing intellect to bring positivity and hopefulness to everyone he meets.

Meet one of India’s best chess players, who has received recognition all over the world for her skills. Despite the lack of funding and acknowledgement from the Government, this young lady continues to revolutionise the game.

An HIV-positive diagnosis can be extremely difficult to cope with. However, this mother is looking forward after her diagnosis, even despite facing many other extreme challenges.

A teacher by profession, Urvashi Yadav chose to sell chole kulche on the roadside to pursue her passion and secure her family's future after her husband met with an accident.

Volunteers Anirudh and Riya chanced upon Devika while on a regular volunteering assignment. This is their story – a journey of love, affection, and resolve to get the little one all that she deserves!