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Swamidas Nair

More Than a Fighter: How One Woman Trained 6,000 Girls to Defend Themselves

Pratibha Thakkadpally s story isn t your everyday tale She didn t just switch careers she switched entire worlds Armed with an MBA from JNTU Hyderabad and a secure corporate job as a business analyst she was set for a conventional path But deep within something didn t feel right Numbers spreadsheets and presentations couldn t match the adrenaline rush and sense of purpose she felt in the boxing ring That bold decision to leave the corporate world behind would transform not just her life but the lives of thousands of girls across India nbsp A Small-Town Girl with Big DreamsBorn in Pitlam a small town in Telangana s Kamareddy district Pratibha grew up in an academic environment Her parents ran a school and education was a key part of her upbringing But while books surrounded her it was a boxing glove that caught her heart One day a young

6 Aug 2025
Star Citizens

Seahorses Return to England : A Victory for Conservation and Community

In the gentle swaying of seagrass meadows beneath the waters of Studland Bay Dorset a small miracle is unfolding Seahorses once a rare sight in these parts are returning in growing numbers This heartening resurgence is not just about a species it s proof of the power of conservation innovation and human dedication to nature A One-of-a-Kind Ecosystem Why Seagrass MattersStudland Bay is home to a vital underwater ecosystem of lush seagrass meadows that act as both carbon sinks and nurseries for marine life These meadows provide essential shelter and feeding grounds for species like pipefish cuttlefish and most notably seahorses But over the years boat anchors and moorings have torn into the seagrass damaging the delicate habitat Without healthy seagrass seahorses vanish This chain reaction is what spurred conservationists into action A major part of the restoration has come from installing eco-moorings special anchoring systems that float above the

5 Aug 2025
Global News

Aiming High: Noida’s First Woman DM, Medha Roopam

On July Medha Roopam made history by becoming the first woman District Magistrate DM of Gautam Buddh Nagar commonly known as Noida A -batch IAS officer Medha took charge at the Collectorate Office in Greater Noida s Surajpur With this appointment she not only steps into a role of immense responsibility but also opens a new chapter in the city s administrative history one that reflects the rising participation of women in leadership roles The Power Post What a District Magistrate Really DoesEver wondered who makes sure your city runs smoothly from keeping roads safe to making sure schools hospitals and even elections go without a glitch That s where the District Magistrate DM steps in Often called the face of government in a district the DM is like the captain of a ship steering everything from law and order to disaster management They coordinate with the police ensure proper

5 Aug 2025
Star Citizens

World Record at the Top: How Twin Sisters Became the Youngest to Climb All Seven Summits and Volcanoes

Iulia Jaso and Delia Wookey n e Zanoschi twin sisters from Romania were simply planning a vacation with friends A safari in Tanzania sounded perfect and so did a side trip to Mount Kilimanjaro Neither of them had any mountaineering experience In fact they had never even slept in a tent But once they reached the summit of Kilimanjaro something shifted As they later recalled that moment wasn t just about a mountain it was about transformation nbsp The guide jokingly asked if they were doing the Seven Summits That single sentence planted a seed That night the sisters stayed up talking dreaming and daring Climbing the highest mountain on every continent It sounded impossible Which is exactly why it thrilled them What Are the Seven Summits and Volcanic Summits The Seven Summits represent the highest mountains on each continent Mount Everest in Asia m Aconcagua in South America m

5 Aug 2025
Positive Reads

Test of Nerves, Test of Champions: India and England Share the Inaugural Anderson-Tendulkar After Dramatic Final

In an era where the white-ball game dominates headlines it was red-ball cricket that brought millions to the edge of their seats The inaugural Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy a five-Test series between India and England delivered everything a cricket fan could ask for unforgettable performances edge-of-the-seat finishes raw emotions and moments that will be replayed for years to come The series ended - a fair reflection of how evenly matched these two cricketing giants were and the final Test at The Oval was the perfect finale The Fifth Test India s Fight to the Finish at The OvalEngland needed just runs with six wickets in hand on the final day Joe Root and Harry Brook had already scored centuries and most thought it was a formality But cricket is never predictable especially not when Mohammed Siraj has the ball in hand Siraj struck early removing Jamie Smith and Jamie Overton in quick

4 Aug 2025
Sports Spirit

Kishore Kumar's Birth Anniversary: A Tribute to the Man Who Made India Sing

Abhas Kumar Ganguly born on th August better known to the world as Kishore Kumar was not just a playback singer but a complete institution of music humor and heart Born in Khandwa Madhya Pradesh into a Bengali Brahmin family he would go on to redefine Indian music and cinema His voice rich with emotion and unpredictability still finds a home in every Indian heart Today on his birth anniversary we celebrate Kishore Da not just for his voice but for the spirit he was and still is From Abhas to Kishore The Journey BeginsYoung Kishore was inspired early by his elder brother Ashok Kumar a well-known actor While the Ganguly family frequently visited Bombay Kishore took his first step into the industry as a chorus singer for Bombay Talkies He wasn't trained in classical music yet music flowed naturally through him His first break came with the song Marne

4 Aug 2025
Star Citizens

Beyond the Beaches: How Goa is Embracing Eco-Tourism to Redefine Its Identity

Goa has been synonymous with golden sands parties by the sea and beach shacks buzzing with tourists from around the world But now India s smallest state is writing a new chapter in its tourism story one that takes visitors deeper into its untouched natural heritage In a bold and beautiful shift Goa is pushing ecotourism to the forefront offering a different kind of magic one that lies hidden in dense forests cascading waterfalls and the quiet whispers of wildlife This isn t just a policy shift it s a movement that connects the soul of the land with the hearts of those who explore it Beyond the Shores Into the Forests and WaterfallsGoa s Department of Tourism has recently unveiled an initiative that aims to diversify tourist destinations beyond the coastline The spotlight now shines on serene eco-spots like Dudhsagar Waterfalls Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary Bondla Forest and Pali Waterfalls

4 Aug 2025
Positive Reads

When Trains Meet Planes: Inside New Zealand’s One-of-a-Kind Gisborne Airport

Imagine arriving at an airport not just to see planes soaring overhead but also trains casually rolling across the same runway Welcome to Gisborne Airport a small but fascinating airport on the eastern coast of New Zealand s North Island where technology timing and teamwork come together in perfect sync This isn t science fiction It s a real-life marvel where the Palmerston North-Gisborne railway line crosses right through the main runway Here instead of jets rushing past each other you might just spot a train and a plane patiently taking turns nbsp a sight that leaves visitors awestruck and camera-ready nbsp A Glimpse into the Heart of GisborneLocated in the Elgin neighborhood of Gisborne this airport is one of airports in New Zealand Despite its size it serves more than lakh passengers a year and operates over domestic flights per week While its statistics may sound modest what makes

4 Aug 2025
The Whys and Hows

Hindi Movies' Iconic Friendship Stories That Made Us Believe in the Magic of Dosti

Friendship is more than just a relationship it s a feeling a force a beautiful part of life that gives us strength joy and sometimes the reason to keep going Friends are the only relation in the world that is chosen by us On this Friendship Day we re celebrating the heartwarming hilarious and heroic friend groups from Bollywood movies that made us laugh cry and believe in the power of togetherness These cinematic friendships didn t just stay on screen they became a part of our lives Aditi Jai amp Gang Jaane Tu Ya Jaane NaCollege friends who taught us that love often hides in plain sight This group Aditi Jai Rotlu Bombs Jiggy and Shaleen showed us the messy magical side of college life From endless hangouts to spontaneous road trips and heartbreaks to secret crushes this film captured the essence of growing up with your besties They

3 Aug 2025
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