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India’s First Mondo Track Marks a New Era for Sports

Every year August is celebrated as National Sports Day in memory of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand This year however the day carried a deeper meaning Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced that India had laid its first Mondo athletic track at Delhi s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium JLN With this India became the th nation in the world to own such a facility joining an elite list that includes countries known for their track and field dominance The nine-lane track with striking blue stripes and surrounded by a lush green football field has already been called a milestone moment by Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra Beyond symbolism it represents a practical leap forward giving Indian athletes a surface that meets the highest global standards Why the Mondo Track MattersA Mondo track is not just about looks It is a scientifically designed surface that helps athletes run faster reduces

7 Sep 2025
Sports Spirit

India’s New Football Dream : Ishan Hawari Becomes First Indian in English Premier League Youth Program

Every great sporting journey begins with a spark For Ishan Hawari that spark came in when a short WhatsApp video of a boy weaving past older footballers on a muddy pitch in Kerala went viral That boy just nine at the time was from Chungathara a small village near Nilambur in Malappuram a region where football passion runs deep Few could have guessed that the child dribbling with flair would one day create history But seven years later in August Ishan became the first Indian citizen to sign a scholarship with a Premier League youth program On the st of that month he officially joined Everton Football College a two-year pathway that merges education with high-level football training The Everton BreakthroughFor Ishan securing the Everton scholarship was more than just a career milestone it was a dream realized The program led by former Premier League footballer Joe Parkinson not only

7 Sep 2025
Star Citizens

Art, Philosophy, and Gratitude : Sudarsan Pattnaik Honors Dr. Radhakrishnan on Teachers’ Day

Every year on September India celebrates Teachers Day in memory of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan the country s second President and one of its most respected philosophers This year the coastal city of Puri in Odisha witnessed a unique tribute when Padma Shri award-winning sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik sculpted a magnificent sand art of Dr Radhakrishnan The artwork not only celebrated Radhakrishnan s birth anniversary but also highlighted the nation s respect for teachers and educators reminding everyone of their role in shaping India s future The Significance of Teachers DayTeachers Day in India carries deep meaning Dr Radhakrishnan born on September in Andhra Pradesh was a brilliant scholar teacher and philosopher When his students once wished to celebrate his birthday he suggested that the day should instead be observed as Teachers Day to honor all teachers This gesture reflected his humility and deep belief that teaching is the noblest profession

5 Sep 2025
Star Citizens

How Retired Teacher K. Narayana Naik Transformed Thousands of Lives

Most people after retirement choose to rest spend time with their families or live a life of leisure But K Narayana Naik a retired school teacher in his s from Karpe village in Bantwal taluk of Dakshina Kannada has chosen a path of relentless service Instead of slowing down he has spent the past years riding his old Honda Dream bike across schools colleges and government offices to ensure that poor students receive access to higher education through scholarships nbsp A Mission Fueled by StrugglesNaik s mission is deeply personal Coming from a poor agricultural family he knew the struggles of pursuing education without resources His father once wanted him to drop out after Class because the family could not afford his studies But Naik refused to give up Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi s ideology he staged a hunger strike at home until his father relented and sent him back

5 Sep 2025
Star Citizens

Dubai Mallathon 2025: When Shopping Aisles Became Running Tracks!

Dubai a city known for pushing boundaries has done it again this time not with skyscrapers or futuristic projects but with community fitness On September the Dubai Mallathon concluded with a Guinness World Record for the largest mall run event The final leg at Dubai Hills Mall drew runners sealing a global achievement that capped a month-long initiative involving more than participants nbsp Malls Turned into Fitness ArenasThroughout August nine of Dubai s biggest malls including The Dubai Mall Festival Plaza and Dubai Hills Mall were transformed into safe air-conditioned indoor running tracks Shoppers students parents and athletes shared the same spaces proving that malls can be more than retail hubs they can be platforms for community health Daily runs were held from am to am making fitness accessible to thousands of residents and visitors regardless of the sweltering summer heat outside With over kilometers of indoor tracks laid across

5 Sep 2025
Global News

Michael Zervos: The Man Who Travelled the World in 498 Days to Collect Stories of Happiness!

In the quiet isolation of the pandemic when the world was battling anxiety and despair Michael Zervos found himself reflecting on a simple yet profound question What makes people truly happy Struggling with depression during those years the American filmmaker with Greek roots imagined a journey that would not only take him across the globe but also connect him with people s happiest memories The Record-Breaking ExpeditionOn January Michael boarded a plane to Russia via Paris carrying nothing but a year of preparation and a logbook that would soon be filled with stories His ambitious goal to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to visit all sovereign countries overall previously set at days By the time he returned to Detroit Michigan on May he had smashed the record visiting nearly countries in just days Alongside the global record he also earned the title of fastest male to

4 Sep 2025
Positive Reads

India’s Youngest IPS Officer: How Safin Hasan Rose from Hardship to Honour

Safin Hasan s story is an inspiring tale of sacrifice and determination Born to a cook and a daily-wage laborer in Gujarat his life began in the shadow of poverty Nights were spent helping his parents sell boiled eggs on a roadside cart days were filled with dreams far bigger than his surroundings What set him apart was not just ambition but an unshakable belief that his parents sweat and struggle deserved a future worth fighting for That belief carried him from a modest lane in Gujarat to becoming India s youngest IPS officer at just years old The Spark That Ignited a DreamFor many children dreams are vague For Safin it became crystal clear one ordinary day When a District Collector visited his school the young boy noticed how people respected him and how he could make real changes in society That moment lit a fire in Safin s

4 Sep 2025
Star Citizens

Twist of Tradition: Manapparai Murukku Gets GI Logo, Shielding Taste and Heritage

On September in Thanjavur a proud moment unfolded for the people of Tamil Nadu The beloved Manapparai Murukku a crispy snack known for its simple ingredients and unforgettable taste finally received its Geographical Indication GI logo The logo designed by the Sulochana Panneerselvam Intellectual Property Rights and Rural Development Centre captures the essence of the twisted handmade snack that has been delighting palates since the early s nbsp This milestone marks more than a branding exercise For the families in the Manapparai region who depend on murukku-making for their livelihood the GI logo is a shield against counterfeits and a symbol of authenticity for consumers The launch of the GI logo for Manapparai Murukku not only safeguards the iconic Tamil snack from imitation but also celebrates the community that has kept its century-old tradition alive What is a GI Logo and Why Does It Matter A Geographical Indication GI is

3 Sep 2025
Good News

From Ritual to Raga: Pune Artist Sets World Record on Conch!

Music has always been described as a universal language It transcends barriers cultures and generations But what happens when devotion and innovation come together Pune-based musician Narendra Gopal Dhayagude has shown the world that even a centuries-old religious instrument the conch or shankh can become a standalone musical marvel nbsp On July Dhayagude s exceptional skill was officially recognized by World Records India for developing a technique to play the complete range of Indian classical musical notes Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni Sa and various melodies on the Vishnu conch nbsp His achievement is not only a personal triumph but also a cultural milestone for Indian music From Ritual Symbol to Musical InstrumentTraditionally the conch has been seen as a symbol of purity divinity and strength in Indian culture It is blown during religious rituals festivals and ceremonies to invoke auspiciousness However for most it has remained only

2 Sep 2025
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