real life heroes

In Malleyan, Punjab, heavy rains destroyed the only road linking two villages, stranding 35 schoolchildren. With floodwaters rising and no rescue in sight, two locals stepped in, forming a human bridge to help them cross safely. Their bravery turned a crisis into a story of courage and community.

A home-cooked breakfast, a study room offered, a well dug by hand — three real stories from across India that show how small acts of kindness can go a long way.

While Sitaare Zameen Par sparks a fresh conversation on inclusion, these real-life changemakers have been building a more accessible India for years.

A woman was standing at the edge of a bridge, holding a toddler in her arms. Within a fraction of a second from when Pawan Shah had spotted them, she jumped into the gushing river below.

The bus was making its way to the top of the hill when the driver lost control, following which the bus slipped and started hurtling towards a ravine.

A lighthearted list of amazing real-life heroes from India who embody the values and strengths displayed by Marvel's Avengers.