rags-to-riches

Rising from abject poverty and a staggering lack of resources, Nitin went on to start Excel Gas & Equipments, one of India's leading companies in the high purity gas industry.

India is home to more than half a million Sri Lankan repatriates. They face severe discrimination and struggle to make ends meet. But now, Inbasekar Kalimuthu has created history by becoming the first Sri Lankan repatriate to become an IAS officer.

Many of India's past and current sports stars come from very humble origins. Children of farmers, labourers and petty shop owners, they have seen severe hardships and their families have sacrificed a lot to put them on the path to success. But they have found a place in the sun despite all odds being stacked against them. Here's toasting their grit and determination!

You might have heard stories of real hard work and determination being the cornerstones of success. Here you get to meet Dharamveer Singh Kamboj, who will confirm that belief for you. Read how he went from being a rickshaw-puller in Delhi to a successful entrepreneur with turnover of Rs. 40 lakhs, through sheer brain power!