In Allahabad, on November 19, 1917, a child was born into a home where struggle and hope lived side by side. Her father, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, was already a towering figure in India’s freedom movement. Her mother, Kamala Nehru, was gentle, brave, and often unwell.Their home was not quiet — it was a revolution disguised… Continue reading My father taught me to stand up, and I never sat down again!
Aira
The pure and noble breath — born of many tongues and cultures, it speaks of purity like snow, ascension like the morning breeze, and the quiet strength that moves hearts and shapes destinies!
Andhera chatega, suraj niklega, kamal khilega!
On December 25, 1924, in the small town of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, a boy was born to a humble schoolteacher. They named him Atal Bihari Vajpayee. From an early age, he was drawn to words. He wrote poetry, recited verses, and discovered the rhythm of language. His words would one day move not just crowds,… Continue reading Andhera chatega, suraj niklega, kamal khilega!
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams!
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt was born on October 11, 1884, in New York City, into one of America’s most prominent families. But privilege did not shield her from sorrow. By the time she was ten, both her parents had died, leaving her shy, lonely, and uncertain. From that loneliness, however, would grow empathy — the quality… Continue reading The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams!
There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere!
On 18 July 1918, in the tiny village of Mvezo in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, a boy was born to a Thembu chief. He was named Rolihlahla, a Xhosa word that meant “pulling the branch of a tree,” or, as some liked to say, “troublemaker.” Few could know how prophetic that name would be. At… Continue reading There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere!
Human rights are women’s rights and women’s rights are human rights, once and for all!
Hillary Rodham Clinton’s life has been a powerful narrative of resilience, public service, and groundbreaking achievements, eloquently captured in her own words. Born on October 26, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, Hillary grew up with the belief instilled by her parents: “Do all the good you can, for all the people you can, in all the… Continue reading Human rights are women’s rights and women’s rights are human rights, once and for all!
You may belong to any religion or caste or creed… that has nothing to do with the business of the State!
Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a lawyer, politician, and statesman who became the driving force behind the creation of Pakistan and served as its first Governor-General until his death. Known as Quaid-e-Azam (“Great Leader”) and Baba-e-Qaum (“Father of the Nation”), Jinnah’s vision and determination shaped the destiny of millions. Early Life and Education Born on 25… Continue reading You may belong to any religion or caste or creed… that has nothing to do with the business of the State!
Those who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly!
John Fitzgerald Kennedy, born on May 29, 1917, in Brookline, Massachusetts, was the second of nine children in the prominent Kennedy family. His father, Joseph P. Kennedy Sr., was a wealthy businessman and U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom; his mother, Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, instilled discipline, faith, and ambition in her children. From an early… Continue reading Those who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly!
Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence!
Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was born on April 14, 1891, Mhow (now in Madhya Pradesh) into a Dalit (formerly “untouchable”) family. He faced severe discrimination and social exclusion from an early age due to the rigid caste system in India. Born into the Mahar caste — in the rigid social… Continue reading Cultivation of mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence!