Category: Magazine

Imagine being struck by nine bullets and then run over by an army vehicle. Most lives would have ended right there. For Murlikant Petkar, that battlefield moment in 1971 was not his ending, but rather a turning point in a life that would rewrite India’s sporting history. A soldier first, an athlete second, the story […]

Do you remember those times when you were hooked to DID Little Masters? When you won’t move from the television screen to watch children from every corner of the country coming with dreams in their eyes and rhythm in their feet. Among the many bright stars who lit up that stage, there was one little […]

There is a certain dream many of us carry quietly in our hearts. A dream of escaping the never-ending deadlines and endless noise of cities. We often imagine a sweet little house in the mountains where walls are made of glass to invite nature in, and a river sings its song just outside the window, […]

Not all heroes wear capes; some change the world quietly and steadily. Some ask simple questions that take the form of movements. Some dedicate their lives to creating change that lasts. Dwishojooyee Banerjee is one such hero, a young climate activist who believes in moving people from talking about climate action to actually taking action. […]

We’ve all seen it, the endless reels of perfectly stacked smoothie bowls, loaded salads and those tasty avocado toasts. They have become a staple for the health-conscious, the trendy, and the Instagram-savvy. But have you ever thought about why most of these “superfoods” seem to come from abroad? It was a question that struck the […]

“Think girls can’t be warriors? Think again.” That’s the spirit with which M.S. Divyasri, a 21-year-old Kalari instructor from Delhi, is changing the game. While most girls her age are exploring college life or office jobs, she is wielding swords and dedicating herself to training a new generation in India’s oldest martial art: Kalaripayattu. But […]

Sometimes, the world sees labels. But once in a while, someone comes along and dances past all labels and lightens up the world with their spark. This is not a story of disability or struggles, but a story of love, belief, strength and above all, joy.  A New Light in the Family Every child brings […]

Shriya’s speed, her strategy, and her calm under pressure make her a standout on every lap. How fast can a dream go? For Shriya Lohia, the answer is over 300 kilometres per hour. We live in a country where racing is still finding its place in mainstream sports and where young girls are steered towards […]