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Lost in Translation? Not for the Polyglot Wonder Mahmood Akram!

Mahmood Akram isn t just a polyglot he s a linguistic marvel Hailing from Chennai this -year-old can read write and type in a jaw-dropping languages while fluently speaking With world records global recognition and a passion for bridging cultures through language Akram s story is a celebration of diversity As International Mother Language Day nears his journey reminds us that language isn t just about words it s about connection culture and breaking barriers A Childhood Immersed in LanguageAkram s linguistic journey began even before he was born His father Shilbee Mozhippriyan an expert in languages with a doctorate in cognitive psychology wanted to ensure that his son would never face language barriers Shilbee mentioned that when his wife was pregnant they often discussed languages hoping it would influence their child's interest By the age of four Akram had already mastered the English alphabet in just six days Within

20 Feb 2025
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Jiya Rai Becomes First Indian to Win WOWSA Award 2024!

Seventeen-year-old Jiya Rai a para swimmer from Mumbai has made history by becoming the youngest female para swimmer to cross the English Channel Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD at an early age she defied expectations and turned her challenges into strengths Her extraordinary feat has earned her the prestigious World Open Water Swimming Association WOWSA Award for Adaptive Performance thus making her place among the world s greatest open-water swimmers The WOWSA Honor A Global RecognitionThe WOWSA Awards instituted in are the highest accolades in the field of open-water swimming Recognizing exceptional swimmers events and organizations these awards celebrate the dedication and resilience of open-water athletes worldwide This year Jiya emerged victorious in the Adaptive Performance category surpassing nominees A combination of Academy votes and over public votes determined the final winners She is now the first Indian open-water swimmer to receive this prestigious global recognition A Journey of

19 Feb 2025
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Skating Past Limits: Srishti Sharma’s Record-Breaking Streak!

Srishti Dharmendra Sharma is no stranger to records At just years old she has already earned a place in the Guinness World Records seven times for her extraordinary limbo skating skills Her latest feat Gliding under descending poles over meters in just seconds This accomplishment isn t just about speed it s about resilience balance and sheer determination But for Srishti these challenges are nothing new She has been setting records since when she was just years old First Girl to Hold a Guinness Record in Ice Limbo SkatingAmong her many milestones one stands out Srishti is the first girl in the world to hold a Guinness record for Ice Limbo Skating Hailing from Nagpur nbsp her dedication and perseverance have made her a trailblazer in the sport setting an example for young athletes across the country Her journey began at the tender age of four and since then she

18 Feb 2025
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Breaking the Ice: India Clinches First-Ever Win at Winter Asian Games!

The Asian Winter Games in Harbin China have proven to be a landmark event for India On Sunday February the Indian men s ice hockey team registered a historic first-ever victory at the Games defeating Macao China - at the Harbin Ice Hockey Arena This victory comes after a challenging start for the debutant team which suffered heavy defeats against Hong Kong China - and Turkmenistan - However the squad bounced back with resilience making a bold statement on the ice The Heroes of the GameIndia's triumph was powered by goals from Tsering Angdus Tsering Angchuk Mohd Ismail and Mohammad Ali Baba Their precise shots and determination sealed the historic win On the opposing side Macao China s Edison Pak Hei Sou managed to score twice but couldn't stop India from claiming the victory With this result India now stands in third place in Group C accumulating three crucial points

12 Feb 2025
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India’s Next Tennis Star? Maaya Rajeshwaran’s Dream Run at Mumbai Open

At just Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi s fearless run to the semifinals of the Mumbai Open WTA has made her the brightest new star in Indian tennis It s a surreal moment for the teenager who just a week ago was an unranked player with no plans of competing in the tournament But when a wildcard opportunity came her way Maaya grabbed it with both hands and turned it into a dream run becoming the first Indian since Sania Mirza to reach the semifinals of a home WTA event nbsp Maaya s journey at the Mumbai Open was nothing short of spectacular She battled through five matches in a single week showcasing her natural talent fearless attitude and mental toughness Her powerful groundstrokes variety of shots and ability to reset between points left fans and critics in awe Even in her semifinal loss to former world No Jil Teichmann Maaya held

11 Feb 2025
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Pedaling for the Planet: An Extraordinary Journey of Grit and Green Goals

Vadodara's own Everester Nisha Kumari has just completed an awe-inspiring journey cycling over km across countries to champion climate change awareness After seven arduous months on the road she triumphantly arrived in London marking an extraordinary achievement in both endurance and environmental activism deter her Her unshakable spirit kept her going through difficult terrains including glass ice roads in Russia and icy paths in Poland where cycling laws added to the obstacles Nisha s resilience is nothing short of inspiring Having lost nine fingers to frostbite during her Everest expedition she refused to let physical challenges deter her Witnessing Climate Change FirsthandThroughout her journey Nisha encountered stark evidence of climate change She witnessed landslides in Nepal the drying Aral Sea in Uzbekistan and diminishing snow levels in Russia These experiences reinforced her mission urging global communities to act before it s too late Accompanied by her coach Nilesh Barot who

10 Feb 2025
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Against the Tide: Bengaluru-Born Ananya Prasad’s Epic Solo Row Across the Atlantic

Ananya Prasad a Bengaluru-born endurance athlete has made history as the nbsp first woman of color to solo row across any ocean At just years old she braved the nbsp grueling -mile World s Toughest Row and completed it in an impressive nbsp days hours and minutes nbsp Her achievement not only secured her the nbsp second-fastest solo female record but also placed her second in the solo category of the prestigious challenge Ananya s incredible journey began on nbsp December from nbsp La Gomera in Spain s Canary Islands and she triumphantly reached nbsp English Harbour in Antigua on nbsp February Her path was anything but smooth but her resilience and sheer determination helped her push through one of the toughest challenges From Fitness Enthusiast to Record-Breaking RowerAnanya moved to the nbsp UK at the age of six where a simple fitness routine gradually nbsp transformed into a deep

7 Feb 2025
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Rights at Your Fingertips: India’s Constitution in Braille!

Ever imagined reading the Indian Constitution through touch Now it's a reality Celebrating years of the Indian Constitution Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot unveiled a Braille-enabled version in Bengaluru This initiative powered by Sankara Eye Hospital and CII Young Indians Yi Bengaluru ensures that visually impaired individuals can read and understand their rights without relying on anyone else A Bold Move for AccessibilityThis isn't just another book it's a step towards true empowerment Dr Kaushik Murali President of Medical Administration Quality amp Education at Sankara Eye Foundation India highlighted the impact of the project For the first time those who are blind or have low vision can independently access the rights and responsibilities that shape their lives And it's not stopping here The Braille Constitution will be distributed to key institutions across the country ensuring that more people can benefit from it Darshan Mutha National Chair of Accessibility at CII Young

5 Feb 2025
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Highway to Hope: These Bridges Are Saving a Species!

The dawn of brought a glimmer of hope for the people of Kakoijana and their golden-haired neighbors the endangered golden langurs For years these primates faced perilous threats from speeding vehicles on National Highway and exposed electric wires in the region But thanks to human intervention four hanging bridges now offer a safe passage for the langurs turning tragedy into triumph and uniting the community in celebration nbsp Nestled near Abhayapuri in Assam s Bongaigaon district the Kakoijana reserve forest spans square kilometers and is home to hundreds of golden langurs However the forest s tranquility was shattered by the national highway slicing through it creating a deadly barrier for the primates Attempting to cross the road many langurs fell victim to speeding vehicles while others met their fate through electrocution from exposed wires nbsp The numbers tell a grim tale nine langurs died in road accidents in nine more

5 Feb 2025
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