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Global Honour for India: Hanshi Shaswat Kumar Receives World Martial Arts Pioneer Award and 10th Hall of Fame Recognition

Martial arts isn t just about punches kicks and physical strength it s a path of discipline inner mastery and lifelong dedication Few people embody this better than Hanshi Shaswat Kumar a -year-old martial arts expert from Hyderabad who has made his name in the history of global martial arts His recent recognition with the World Martial Arts Pioneer Award in Germany and his th consecutive induction into the International Hall of Fame mark him as a rare gem not just in India but across the world Honoured on the Global StageHanshi Shaswat Kumar received the World Martial Arts Pioneer Award from Prof Soke Hanshi Dr Thanh Winter-Luong President of the Kabudo Karate Federation in Germany This prestigious award acknowledges Kumar s outstanding role in promoting martial arts across continents particularly through his work with the Senkoukai Karate system a unique and independently recognized style of karate founded by him

23 Jul 2025
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Ashwini Ganapathi Conquers One of Asia’s Toughest Races Deep Japan Ultra 100

In late June Ashwini Ganapathi a -year-old endurance runner and coach from Karnataka India carved her name into history by completing one of Asia s most brutal trail races the Deep Japan Ultra The -kilometer race held in remote mountainous terrain roughly km from Tokyo saw athletes begin the challenge Only completed it Ashwini was not just among the finishers she was the only non-Japanese athlete male or female to cross the finish line Clocking in at hours and minutes Ashwini finished as the th woman overall More than a personal victory her finish represents the incredible power of perseverance discipline and the human spirit Running Through Extremes No Sleep Heavy Load Unforgiving TerrainThe Deep Japan Ultra is known for its relentless demands Runners must carry their own supplies and navigate steep ascents snowy summits and long isolated trails For Ashwini the challenges were even greater As a vegetarian she

23 Jul 2025
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Trailblazer Suhani Shah Becomes First Indian to Win an Award at FISM, the 'Oscars of Magic'

Suhani Shah India s trailblazing mentalist has etched her name in history by becoming the nbsp first Indian to win an award at the International Federation of Magic Societies FISM often dubbed the Oscars of Magic She clinched the prestigious nbsp Best Magic Creator Award a recognition of her innovative approach to mentalism and her ability to push the boundaries of this fascinating art form nbsp Humbled Honored Thank you for every click clap and the bit of magic you saw in me We did this she wrote on X celebrating the milestone with her millions of followers This achievement is a moment of pride for India s performing arts community highlighting the global appeal of mentalism a discipline where psychological mastery and showmanship create the illusion of mind reading What is Mentalism Mentalism is a performing art rooted in psychology and observation rather than supernatural power Mentalists like Suhani

23 Jul 2025
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Sonali Mishra Becomes First-Ever Woman Chief of Railway Protection Force

In a landmark move Senior IPS officer Sonali Mishra has been appointed as the first woman Director General of the Railway Protection Force RPF The -batch IPS officer of the Madhya Pradesh cadre will take charge from the incumbent Manoj Yadava who is set to retire on July The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved her appointment until her superannuation on October This appointment is not just another feather in Mishra s illustrious cap but also a historic moment for the RPF a force responsible for safeguarding railway property and ensuring passenger security across India s extensive railway network Trailblazer in UniformSonali Mishra is no stranger to breaking barriers In July she became the first woman commander to lead the Border Security Force BSF formation along the volatile India-Pakistan border in Punjab She has served in some of the most challenging and high-risk assignments including as Inspector General of the

22 Jul 2025
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Vivacious Varenya: The 10-Year-Old Star from Assam Who's Teaching the World to Love English

In the heart of Jorhat Assam a -year-old girl is capturing hearts across India and beyond not with flashy dance routines or viral pranks but with confidence clarity and charm Her name is Varenya Borbora and the internet knows her better as Vivacious Varenya At an age when most children are still learning to find their voice Varenya is using hers to educate entertain and empower With over million Instagram followers and a rapidly growing YouTube community she has become a symbol of inspiration for children parents and educators alike A Digital Journey Built on Curiosity and ConfidenceWhat sets Varenya apart isn t just her age or popularity it's the natural ease with which she speaks English her infectious enthusiasm and the genuine joy she radiates on camera Her content includes educational videos witty monologues vlogs and even language tutorials all delivered with the style of someone far beyond her

19 Jul 2025
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The Start of Something Beautiful: Morphogenesis by Akhil Anand

In a world that once imagined Akhil Anand following in the footsteps of his father five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand the young artist has instead chosen to chart his own creative course not with pawns and knights but with colors patterns and purpose At only Akhil is preparing to unveil his debut solo exhibition Morphogenesis at ArtSpace by KalpaDruma in Chennai on August But this is no ordinary art show It s an intricate journey where art meets maths nbsp and where nature math and memory converge to form a vivid language that is uniquely Akhil s The Roots of a Remarkable StyleAkhil s fascination with patterns began during the pandemic A curious discovery of the Fibonacci sequence found in sunflowers seashells and pinecones sparked a lifelong love for the rhythm and mathematics hidden in the natural world Trained under artist Diana Satish since he was nine Akhil also

17 Jul 2025
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Chennai’s Harikrishnan Joins Elite Club as India’s 87th Grandmaster

In the world of chess the journey from International Master IM to Grandmaster GM is often seen as the most difficult climb For many this step becomes the stumbling block that defines their career But for Harikrishnan A Ra a -year-old chess champion from Chennai the climb was slow steady and ultimately victorious In July Harikrishnan officially became India s th Grandmaster sealing his final norm at the La Plagne Masters in France just days after achieving his second GM norm at the Lince And jar Open in Spain Achieving two GM norms in just days is no ordinary feat it s the kind of success that reflects more than just talent It s a story built on resilience faith self-discipline and a support system that never gave up on him Family The Silent Backbone of a ChampionBehind every successful athlete stands a family that believed when others doubted For

17 Jul 2025
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Iron-Willed at 19: Renee Noronha Becomes India’s Youngest Female Ironman

At Renee Noronha is rewriting what it means to be unstoppable A student at IIT Madras pursuing a B Sc in Data Science and Applications Renee recently became India s youngest female Ironman a title earned not once but twice first in New Zealand and now at the Ironman Hamburg European Championship nbsp Her achievement is no small feat a km swim km cycling and a km marathon all completed within hours beating her own previous record by over two hours With roots in Mumbai and Goa and a family now based in London she balances academics with athleticism like a force of nature The Extraordinary Journey of Renee NoronhaRenee s journey began on a balance beam A professional artistic gymnast from age six to sixteen her childhood was filled with flips form and training But destiny pivoted when she entered the Ironman Kids event in Goa and clinched the

17 Jul 2025
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He Couldn’t Stop Development, So He Found a Way to Save the Trees

In an age where trees fall by the thousands in the name of development one man chose to stand tall like the trees he now dedicates his life to saving Ramchandra Appari from Hyderabad isn't a celebrity or a politician He s an ordinary man who took an extraordinary step Leaving behind a comfortable corporate career in insurance he chose to answer a calling that tugged at his heart saving trees from destruction Today he is the man behind Green Morning Horticulture Services India s leading tree translocation company with over trees relocated and counting The Turning Point A Highway of HeartbreakRamchandra s journey began not with ambition but with heartbreak He watched helplessly as trees were mercilessly felled for road-widening projects What struck him wasn t just the sound of axes but the silence that followed the silence of spaces that once breathed life now barren That moment became

16 Jul 2025
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