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!
Biographies
Where the soul of greatness speaks through the silence of words!
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!
Chant Hare Krishna and your life will be sublime!
On September 1, 1896, in Kolkata, India, a boy was born into a devout Vaishnava family. His parents named him Abhay Charan De — “one who is fearless, having taken shelter at the feet of God.” As a child, Abhay was fascinated by temple rituals, kirtans (devotional singing), and stories of Krishna. At five, he… Continue reading Chant Hare Krishna and your life will be sublime!
To sing is an expression of your being, a being which is becoming!
On December 2, 1923, in New York City, a girl was born to Greek immigrant parents. They named her Sophia Cecilia Kalos, but the world would one day know her as Maria Callas. Her childhood was turbulent. Her parents’ marriage collapsed, and Maria was often pushed harshly by her mother, who recognized her vocal talent… Continue reading To sing is an expression of your being, a being which is becoming!
Adventure is worthwhile in itself!
On July 24, 1897, in Atchison, Kansas, a baby girl was born who would grow up chasing horizons. Her name was Amelia Mary Earhart. As a child, she climbed trees, shot rats with a rifle, and built makeshift roller coasters in her backyard. She wasn’t afraid of falling — she was fascinated by flying. “Never… Continue reading Adventure is worthwhile in itself!
You are the world, and the world is you!
On May 11, 1895, in the small town of Madanapalle in southern India, a frail boy was born into a Telugu-speaking family. His name was Jiddu Krishnamurti. He was sickly, dreamy, often beaten at school for his absent mind. His father worked for the Theosophical Society, a spiritual movement that sought universal truths across religions.… Continue reading You are the world, and the world is you!
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!
The only way to do great work is to love what you do!
On February 24, 1955, in San Francisco, a baby boy was born to two young parents who could not raise him. He was adopted by Paul and Clara Jobs, a working-class couple who promised to give him a good home. They named him Steven Paul Jobs. Jobs grew up in Cupertino, California — a quiet… Continue reading The only way to do great work is to love what you do!