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Swamidas Nair

Unstoppable : The Inspiring Journey of IAS Topper Ira Singhal

Growing up in Meerut Ira Singhal was surrounded by discipline and authority Even as curfews were sometimes imposed in the city she found inspiration rather than fear in the calm voice of the District Magistrate on radios and television The order responsibility and leadership she observed ignited a dream in her young mind she wanted to be a leader who could make a tangible difference Excelling academically Ira went on to earn an engineering degree from Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology and later completed her MBA from Delhi University s Faculty of Management Studies Yet her journey was never linear Born with scoliosis a condition that curves the spine she faced daily physical challenges and social prejudice People around her often doubted what she could achieve but Ira focused relentlessly on what she could accomplish The First UPSC Attempt Win nbsp Meets RejectionIn after leaving a corporate job to focus

12 Oct 2025
Star Citizens

Young, Fearless, and Global: Aarya Choudhary Becomes India’s Lone Medalist at the IMMAF Worlds in Georgia

Between th September and nd October the city of Tbilisi Georgia became the battleground for the Junior and Senior IMMAF World Championships one of the most prestigious platforms in the world of Mixed Martial Arts MMA nbsp The championship brought together elite fighters from across the world testing not only physical strength but also mental endurance focus and heart For the young athlete from Indore it was more than just a competition it was a chance to prove that Indian MMA can hold its ground at the highest level Aarya Choudhary The Young Face of Indian MMAAt only years old Aarya Choudhary has achieved what many seasoned fighters dream of a podium finish at the IMMAF Worlds Competing in the kg category Aarya carried both Indore s pride and India s hope on her shoulders She fought her way through the early rounds with remarkable skill and confidence earning her

12 Oct 2025
Sports Spirit

Himanshi Rathi Becomes India’s First Woman to Win a Chess Medal at the Asian Para Games

Close your eyes for seconds and try to pick up a cup You ll probably struggle to find it Now imagine sitting at a chessboard trying to move your pieces remembering every square and predicting your opponent s next move all without seeing a thing That is how Himanshi Rathi from Gujarat plays chess every day Blind since the age of she has not only mastered the game but also created history by becoming India s first woman to win a chess medal at the Asian Para Games Her journey is proof that while losing sight can change how you see the world it can never take away your vision to achieve something extraordinary Instead of letting her dreams fade she found a new way to see through the black and white squares of a chessboard nbsp At the girl from Palanpur Gujarat has made her name in Indian sports

11 Oct 2025
Sports Spirit

A Journey Through Ink and Time: National Post Day 2025

I remember my grandfather telling me that he used to write letters to his relatives in order to inform them about important things One evening as I was quickly typing a text to my friend he looked at me and asked What are you doing I smiled and said I m sending a message He chuckled softly and said This new generation will never understand how the post worked and how we used to send letters to each other That small conversation stayed with me It carried a warmth that no instant message could match nbsp It reminded me of a time when communication wasn t just about speed it was about emotion patience and connection On National Post Day as we celebrate India s incredible postal journey it s worth pausing to remember the magic of those handwritten letters that once carried our hearts across miles National Post Day

10 Oct 2025
Positive Reads

The Ride of a Lifetime: Aurelien Fontenoy Cycles Up the Eiffel Tower in Record Time!

On October the world watched in awe as Aurelien Fontenoy a -year-old French cyclist and social media sensation achieved what many thought was impossible cycling up the Eiffel Tower s steps in just minutes and seconds This remarkable feat shattered a record that had stood since beating it by nearly seven minutes The challenge took place at one of the most iconic landmarks on Earth where Fontenoy ascended from the base to the second floor using his all-terrain mountain bike Every second of the climb was a battle of precision balance and raw strength What made it even more extraordinary was that Fontenoy never let his feet touch the ground a strict rule confirmed by the Eiffel Tower s management before certifying his record The second floor the highest point accessible by stairs marked the finish line and Fontenoy s arrival there symbolized more than a personal victory it represented

9 Oct 2025
Global News

The Iron Woman of Assam: Ankita Konwar’s Journey of Strength, Love, and Grit

On a bright morning in Barcelona as athletes from across the world tested their endurance one woman from Assam made history Ankita Konwar became the first Assamese woman to complete the grueling Ironman Triathlon one of the world s toughest single-day endurance challenges The event included a km swim km of cycling and a km full marathon run all performed consecutively For many the Ironman is a dream beyond reach but for Ankita it was a goal forged through discipline consistency and unshakable willpower The Power Couple of Indian FitnessAnkita was not alone on this extraordinary journey Her husband Milind Soman India s fitness icon and former supermodel also competed in the event completing his second full Ironman ten years after his first In a heartfelt Instagram post Milind celebrated Ankita s achievement calling her words and performance magic words on the magic carpet He expressed how proud he felt

9 Oct 2025
Star Citizens

Linthoi Chanambam: India’s First Junior World Judo Medalist Who Fought Her Way into History

At just years old Linthoi Chanambam has made her name in the golden pages of Indian sporting history The young judoka from Mayang Imphal Manipur became the first-ever Indian athlete to win a medal at the Junior World Judo Championships clinching bronze in the women s - kg category at the edition held in Lima Peru This victory is not just a personal win it is a historic breakthrough for Indian judo a sport that has long remained in the shadows of India s mainstream sporting narrative Linthoi s success has lit a torch of belief for hundreds of aspiring judokas across the nation proving that world-class excellence is within reach when dedication meets opportunity From a Village Mat to the World StageLinthoi s journey began in the quiet town of Mayang Imphal where she was introduced to judo at the tender age of eight What started as a playful

8 Oct 2025
Sports Spirit

India Conquers the Heights: World’s Highest Motorable Road Opens at 19,400 ft

India has broken yet another barrier in high-altitude infrastructure with the completion of the world s highest motorable road stretching across Mig La Pass at feet metres in eastern Ladakh This monumental project part of the Likaru-Mig La-Fukche alignment connects the Hanle region with Fukche village situated near the Line of Actual Control LAC The new road surpasses the previous record holder Umling La which stands at feet Notably Mig La Pass is even higher than the South Base Camp of Mount Everest in Nepal feet and the North Base Camp in Tibet feet underscoring the extraordinary scale of this achievement Engineering Brilliance Amid Extreme ConditionsConstructing a road at such altitudes is no ordinary task Engineers faced a harsh environment where temperatures fall well below freezing oxygen levels drop to nearly half of those at sea level and the terrain is riddled with loose soil rocky patches and icy winds

8 Oct 2025
Good News

Sanae Takaichi : Japan’s First Female PM and Her Bold Vision

Sanae Takaichi a -year-old conservative politician is set to make history as Japan s first female prime minister She won the leadership of Japan s ruling Liberal Democratic Party LDP after defeating four male candidates This victory comes after her third attempt at the top post She will succeed outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba who resigned after a difficult year for his party Her win is remarkable in a country where politics has long been dominated by men While her leadership breaks a gender barrier it also points to a shift towards more right-wing policies in Japan From Metal Drummer to Political LeaderTakaichi was born in Nara western Japan and comes from a family with no political background Before entering politics in she had some unusual hobbies for a future politician she played heavy metal drums and enjoyed motorcycling Over the years she held important positions including Minister for Economic

7 Oct 2025
Global News

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