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From IIT dropout dream to chess success: He left home, became Rajasthan’s first Arena Grandmaster, built academy in 30 countriesChandrajeet Singh Rajawat turned away from an IIT path as a teenager to pursue chess, leaving home in 2014 with little financial security. ...- Kerala's snake boat racers keep tradition afloat in face of floods and financial challengesKerala's picturesque backwaters host a thrilling wooden boat race where hundreds of dedicated rowers compete for their village’s pride and ...
- 'Growing up I wasn't the richest but...': Serena Williams’ inspiring rise from Compton’s public tennis courts to 23 Grand Slam titles and how her parents overcame financial struggles and limited resources to help turn a young girl’s dream into a historic tennis careerSerena Williams’ journey from public tennis courts in Compton to 23 Grand Slam singles titles is a story of family, sacrifice and determina...
- Quote of the day by Burt Reynolds: “What’s the best cure for heartache? There isn’t any...” — Timeless life lessons on heartbreak, resilience, dignity, emotional strength, self-control, acceptance, and why facing pain with grace may be the only real cure, from the legendary American actor known for DeliveranceToday's Quote of the day by Burt Reynolds: Burt Reynolds' famous quote, "What’s the best cure for heartache? There isn’t any cure for it. J...
- Savitha Shri's father left his job in Singapore to support her chess journey, pawned family jewellery; now she replaces Grandmaster Harika in India's 2026 Chess Olympiad women's teamNineteen-year-old Savitha Shri joins India's Chess Olympiad team for the upcoming event. Her journey began by observing her elder brother p...
- Blind chess player from Ahmedabad wins Gujarat University tournament: Defeats more than 100 sighted opponents from 50 colleges; his friend with partial vision secures third placeBlind chess player from Ahmedabad, Rahul Vaghela has won the Gujarat University chess tournament, beating over 100 sighted competitors from...
- Her father earned Rs 300 a day; she was raised in a mud house. Today, Asmita Dey has become first Indian judoka to win gold at Commonwealth but is in no mood to celebrate: 'I thought everything had finished....'Asmita Dey created history by becoming the first judoka to win gold in the 2026 Common Wealth Games in the category of women's 48 kg judo. ...
- He lost jobs, saw his business collapse & almost gave up on life; one phone call from his wife changed everything, making him first Indian to complete marathon at North PoleLife lessons: Ram Gopal Kothari overcame repeated job losses, business failures and financial hardship to achieve a remarkable feat. He wen...
- Beaten, abandoned but spirit unbroken: The making of Sharmila Dhankar's Commonwealth goldSharmila Dhankar overcame domestic abuse and polio to win a gold medal. Her first husband abandoned her with their young daughter after yea...
- Bihar vegetable seller's son wins Commonwealth Games bronze: Meet Jhandu Kumar, who drove an e-rickshaw to fund his training & turned years of taunts over his name into triumphJhandu Kumar secured India's first Commonwealth Games medal in para powerlifting. He won bronze in the men's heavyweight event after liftin...
- Who is Jhandu Kumar, who once used to sell vegetables and drive an e-rickshaw to support his family, now India’s first medalist at CWG 2026Jhandu Kumar secured India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. He won a bronze in Men's Heavyweight Para Powerlifting in Glasgow....
- Chinese proverb of the day: 'When you are poor, you will... once you become rich, you'll be...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on self-interest, timeless truth, success, true worth, isolation, wealth, social climbing, fake friends, humility and human connectionChinese proverb of the day explains how people often change their behavior based on another person's financial status. The saying shows tha...
- Quote of the day by Sumner Redstone, 'Success is not built on success. It's built on failure. It's built on frustration. Sometimes it's built on catastrophe' teaches life lesson that failure offers a powerful blueprint for lasting successQuote of the Day by Sumner Redstone offers a realistic and empowering view of personal growth. Rather than fearing setbacks, the quote enco...
- Quote of the Day by Hilary Swank: “To me, working out is literally like… – Inspiring lessons on fitness, transformation, lifestyle, consistency and why small healthy habits lead to big results by the American actress known for her powerful performances and deep insights on health and disciplineQuote of the Day by Hilary Swank: Hilary Swank’s quote, “To me, working out is literally like eating a meal or drinking water or breathing,...
- Quote of the day by Lamine Yamal: ‘All I have to do is play football and make the Spanish people…’ – Teenage football sensation's lesson on gratitude, resilience and perspectiveFootball star Lamine Yamal views his career pressure differently than most. He believes true hardship existed in his family's past struggle...
- Quote of the day by Anton Chekhov: 'Love, friendship and respect do not unite people as much as a common hatred for something...' Timeless lessons on human behaviour, social relationships and the psychology of creating genuine connections by one of the greatest Russian writersQuote of the Day by Anton Chekhov: “Love, friendship and respect do not unite people as much as a common hatred for something.” This powerf...
- Charting the Global Economy: US CPI cools, China growth slowsUS inflation data eased in June, prompting investors to lower interest rate hike bets. China's economy slowed more than anticipated, increa...
- Quote of the Day by Al Pacino: “Forget the career, do the… – Inspiring lessons on hard work, perseverance, vision, determination, success and why you should trust the process by the American actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on resilience and personal growthQuote of the Day by Al Pacino: Al Pacino’s quote, “Forget the career, do the work. If you feel what you are doing is on line and you’re goi...
- Phrase of the Day: ‘Hit Rock Bottom'- Why do so many people relate to it? The powerful phrase that reminds us every comeback starts somewherePhrase of the Day: The phrase 'hit rock bottom' describes reaching life's lowest or most difficult point. This expression originates from m...
- Quote of the Day by Julius Caesar — “It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.”Julius Caesar's ancient quote remains relevant for modern challenges and personal growth. He noted that enduring pain with patience require...
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