Not Just a Black Belt, a Global Legacy: Shaswat Kumar’s Historic International Honours

The world of martial arts is built on discipline respect and lifelong dedication When a practitioner spends decades not only mastering techniques but also nurturing generations of students the recognition goes beyond medals and trophies Grandmaster Shaswat Kumar s recent international honors reflect exactly this kind of legacy In a span of days he has been conferred prestigious awards from two different countries Indonesia and Vietnam marking a rare moment of global appreciation for his contribution to martial arts especially Senkoukai Karate Shaswat Kumar has earned international recognition from martial arts organizations across countries such as Japan Malaysia Brazil and Germany for his contributions to the field He has also been conferred the prestigious title of Hanshi an honor traditionally reserved for senior and highly respected karate masters In addition he has been appointed to the Senkoukai Karate World Executive Committee playing a key role in the global coordination and

2 Jan 2026

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India at the South Pole: Kaamya Karthikeyan Becomes the Youngest Indian to Ski to the South Pole

History was rewritten when Kaamya Karthikeyan an -year-old Indian mountaineer and the daughter of a naval officer skied to the geographic South Pole Battling gale-force winds and extreme Antarctic conditions Kaamya covered nearly nautical miles about kilometers on foot from South pulling a heavily loaded sled carrying her entire expedition gear With this feat she became the youngest Indian and the second-youngest woman in the world to ski to the South Pole once again placing India on the global adventure map The Indian Navy with pride and emotion congratulated Kaamya an alumna of Navy Children School acknowledging not just her achievement but the spirit of perseverance and discipline she represents Her journey is not just about reaching remote destinations it is about pushing human limits with patience preparation and belief A Step Closer to the Legendary Explorers Grand SlamKaamya s South Pole expedition is a crucial milestone in her quest

31 Dec 2025

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From Cerebral Palsy to UPSC Success: Manvendra Singh Cracks ESE in His First Attempt!

When the Union Public Service Commission announced the results of the Engineering Services Examination ESE on December -year-old Manvendra Singh from Bulandshahr etched his name into history by securing All-India Rank His achievement is remarkable not only for the rank but also for the extraordinary journey behind it one marked by physical challenges personal loss and unwavering determination For Manvendra and his family this milestone represents the culmination of years of steady effort and resilience Living with Cerebral PalsyManvendra Singh was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at six months of age a neurological condition that affects muscle control and movement By the age of two he struggled to hold his neck and as he grew stiffness developed on the right side of his body making everyday tasks challenging Activities that many take for granted like writing walking or even holding objects required deliberate practice and patience Despite these limitations Manvendra s

31 Dec 2025

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Hyderabad Teen Conquers Seven Continents, Wins Bal Puraskar Award

At just years old Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti from Hyderabad has etched his name in the annals of global mountaineering history Recognized with the Bal Puraskar Award Vishwanath is now India s youngest climber and the world s second-youngest to complete the Seven Summits expedition a feat that involves summiting the highest peaks on each of the seven continents His journey represents a rare combination of physical endurance mental resilience and unwavering determination The Seven Summits JourneyThe Seven Summits challenge is one of the most demanding mountaineering feats in the world Vishwanath s expedition began years of meticulous preparation physical conditioning and high-altitude training The seven peaks he conquered include Mount Everest in Asia meters Aconcagua in South America meters Denali in North America meters Kilimanjaro in Africa meters Mount Elbrus in Europe meters Mount Vinson in Antarctica meters and Mount Kosciuszko in Australia meters Each mountain presented unique challenges from

30 Dec 2025

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She Quit Amazon to Sell Salads: The Startup Story of Green Forest

Swati Patel a -year-old from Jaipur took a bold step in August by quitting her corporate job at Amazon and Revolut to start her own venture With just Rs in personal savings she launched Green Forest a healthy food brand dedicated to providing fresh nutritious and exotic salads at affordable prices Swati s journey is rooted in a simple yet powerful belief salads should be healthy fresh and not overpriced What started as a personal passion for making salads soon turned into a small but thriving business Early Beginnings and Entrepreneurial SpiritHailing from Madhya Pradesh Swati completed her B Com in Indore before pursuing an MBA at Jain University Bengaluru Her professional journey began in Jaipur where she took technical support roles at Amazon and Revolut Yet the entrepreneurial bug never left her Swati had previously dabbled in two startups a resin art brand creating wall clocks and DenimPaglu which

30 Dec 2025

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President Honours Mizoram’s Young Singing Prodigy Esther Hnamte with Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

When President Droupadi Murmu conferred the nbsp Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on exceptional children from States and Union Territories it was a celebration of young India s promise Among the awardees one voice stood out for its emotional power and national resonance nine-year-old Esther Lalduhawmi Hnamte from Lunglei Mizoram recognised in the nbsp Art amp Culture category From quiet church halls in the hills of Mizoram to the grandeur of Rashtrapati Bhavan Esther s journey is about her musical brilliance and her passion perseverance and cultural pride that has the potential to unite a diverse nation A Voice That Rose from the HillsBorn to a blacksmith father nbsp H Lalnunmawia and homemaker mother nbsp R Lalawmpuii Esther s tryst with music began early At just three years old her voice began resonating through local church gatherings in Lunglei What seemed like innocent childhood singing soon revealed a rare depth

28 Dec 2025

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Breaking the Ice for India: Tara Prasad’s Trailblazing Journey in Figure Skating

Tara Prasad has emerged as one of India s most consistent and inspiring performers in international figure skating Capping off the season Prasad showcased her continued growth and resilience solidifying her position as a key figure in India s niche winter sports scene Her dedication and skill have placed her among the country s most notable athletes in disciplines traditionally dominated by countries with strong winter sports cultures Born in the United States on February Prasad represents India internationally and has been a trailblazer in bringing visibility to figure skating in the country Her journey from recreational skating in Cleveland Ohio to international competitions underscores the power of passion perseverance and cultural pride Early Career and Return to the IcePrasad began learning to skate at the age of seven and competed in juvenile through novice levels in the United States She described her early career as largely recreational and stepped

27 Dec 2025

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Solving India’s Car Chaos: The Amit Lakhotia Story Behind Park+

In a country where owning a car often brings as many headaches as conveniences Amit Lakhotia has quietly built a solution that speaks to millions of urban Indians As the Founder and CEO of Park Lakhotia has emerged as one of India s most influential mobility-tech entrepreneurs creating a platform that simplifies the fragmented frustrating experience of car ownership From finding a parking space to FASTag recharge and challan tracking Park has evolved into a comprehensive super-app that addresses real everyday problems faced by car owners across the country Early Life and Academic FoundationAmit Lakhotia hails from India and brings with him a strong academic grounding in management He studied at the prestigious Indian Institute of Management IIM His education played a key role in shaping his analytical thinking and strategic approach Even in his early years Lakhotia showed a natural inclination towards understanding consumer behavior technology and financial systems

26 Dec 2025

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A Proud Chapter for India as The Week Names Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Man of the Year

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force has been honored as the Man of the Year by The Week magazine in its December edition recognizing his historic role as the mission pilot of Axiom Mission- Ax- to the International Space Station ISS The recognition celebrates not just an individual achievement but a defining moment for India s growing presence in global human spaceflight The Indian Air Force officially congratulated Shukla calling the honor a proud milestone for the nation and a significant boost to India s long-term ambitions in crewed space missions Earlier this year he was also named Science Icon of the Year by NDTV acknowledging his contribution to advancing India s presence in human spaceflight and inspiring a new generation of scientific ambition Understanding Axiom- and Its Global SignificanceAxiom Mission- was the fourth private astronaut mission conducted by US-based Axiom Space in collaboration with NASA and

24 Dec 2025

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