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Edu-kick is a new initiative by the founders of Slum Soccer to help students of municipal schools learn mathematics and financial literacy through soccer.

Meet Rajkumar Tiwari, India's first ice skater to win an international gold medal – a young man from New Delhi who is slowly building his future on the foundation of his dreams.

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!

Thirty children from across India received the National Child Awards for Exceptional Achievement, 2015, on the occasion of Children’s Day. Here are the winners and their incredible achievements in various fields ranging from innovations and sports to singing and acting.

Elvis Joseph wants “to ensure that all children’s earliest experiences of sport and physical activity are positive and rewarding.” And he extends that concern to children living in slums and prisons, as well as those living with HIV and disabilities.

Few sports in India gain the kind of recognition that Cricket does. Fewer gain government support. In an immensely hopeful moment for all fields of sports alike, the launch of a governing body shall overlook and support professional boxing.

Inderjeet Singh, hailing from Haryana, has constantly been doing India proud by keeping alive his brilliant winning streak. His most recent and more phenomenal win was the history making gold win at the World University Games.

The residents of Jalaldiwal village created a hockey "academy" for underprivileged kids. Read about the impact it had on their lives.

Three cheers to these amazing winners at the International Wrestling tournament. These Indians gave the country four golds and we couldn't be happier.

Hard work, sweat, emotions and years of practice paid off as these amazing sports persons from India helped it grab fifth place in the rank tally at Commonwealth Games 2014, with 64 medals in the kitty. Let's celebrate the victory of these players. Check out the list of all the Indian winners.