Hyderabad's Mohd Sujathullah started Humanity First Foundation to serve free meals to hungry people outside government hospitals. He has since started a Humanity First Hospital for the needy.
Hare Ram Pandey from Deogarh has dedicated his life to raising, nurturing and educating 35 girls, whom he found abandoned in the bushes, forests and trains of Jharkhand. He runs Narayan Sewa Ashr...
As Himachal Pradesh's Kullu and Mandi districts grapple with unprecedented heavy rainfall leading to landslides, floods, and the loss of lives, officials have been going above and beyond to save ...
In Kerala, a collective named Nanma Maram, or the tree of goodness, started as a community kitchen, but today works to empower the poor with education, jobs, palliative care, affordable healthcar...
In Delhi, volunteers and doctors under the ambit of Veerji ka Dera help treat hundreds of daily wage workers and migrant labourers for free on the streets. Watch this video to see how they have b...
Tamil Nadu resident Nimal Raghavan left his high paying job in Dubai to return to his village and revive water bodies, irrigate land, and help lakhs after Cyclone Gaja.
Bengaluru couple V Mani and Saroji sacrificed many luxuries to build a home for children of convicts, whose futures would otherwise look uncertain. Here’s how their NGO SOCARE continues to make...
Timely help is what saved a 12-year-old girl on 1 July. The girl was playing near the gate of Vasant Vihar Municipal School in Thane, Maharashtra, where she studies when
Akshay Kumar is all set to start shooting for Capsule Gill, a biopic on the life of Jaswant Singh Gill. While working as a chief mining engineer, Gill saved the
Our #MakingSportWork series celebrates the journeys of unsung heroes like a former national team player training young girls in her village at hockey or those bringing rugby coaching to tribal ki...
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2021 comes to a close, and what a frantic and extraordinary year it has been, in both senses. Thanks to the pandemic and our economic conditions, it has been extraordinarily
Every year on 6 April, residents of a small village named Alagappa Nagar—originally a township for the staff of the Cochin Textile Mill, near Thrissur district, Kerala—cut a cake to
“Main roz jeeta hoon aur roz marta hoon. Mujhe life se koi expectation nahi hai.” (I live and die everyday. I have no expectations from life.) Ashish Thakur, a 42-year-old
Last week, I came across a sick puppy outside my home in Chennai. She was wailing in pain and unable to move. Her condition was such that when I put
Today, cities such as Bengaluru and Hyderabad are considered to be some of the finest and most notable science hubs in India. However, lesser-known is the story of the undivided
Two weeks ago, Pascol Saldhana(54) received a distress call from Rafique Siddiqui, the principal of Holy Mother school, Malwani. He was desperately trying to locate an oxygen cylinder for one
For the past 30 years, Rajaram Joshi, a fisherman from Mumbai, has dedicated his life to saving others who don't wish to live. But sometimes, his noble feat endangers his own life while he saves ...
To talk about the Revolt of 1857 without mentioning the valiant women’s contributions who fought in the war would be a gross injustice. When we think of the war in
Joseph Madiath was a mere boy of six when he organised the labourers at his father’s rubber plantation in Kuttanad, Kerala, demanding better wages on their behalf. Sent off to
Some drink. Some gamble. Some set out on wild adventures. But 84-year-old Kaamegowda has a unique addiction — digging ponds. The shepherd and small-time farmer from Daasanadoddi, a village in
48-year-old Mohammad Aabad goes around the town daily in his converted water-rickshaw to provide free drinking water to thousands
Odisha has featured in the headlines several times for heart-wrenching instances of poverty, so much so that often families cannot afford to offer a dignified farewell to their deceased dear
“Death is not the opposite of life, but a part of it.” This quote by Haruki Murakami comes to mind as I sit down to write about Ashraf Thamaraserry. In
Rajeev Poddar, 49, an Accounts and Economics teacher in Kolkata, was paralysed at the age of 9 in the year 1980. He had to drop out of school after Class
Siliguri, Bengal, 1907: It was a crowded railway platform. A man was rushing to his compartment, bringing water for a sick co-passenger, when he accidentally brushed past a British captain.
‘We know where you live’, ‘We will show you’, ‘Take care of your family’ are some of the common verbal threats that Basu Kannogia has faced. Here's how she fights against the tide to ...
The Better India always strives to bring out little-known stories of India’s unsung heroes, and today we pay our tribute to the eminent scientist, Dr Kamal Ranadive. Kamal Samarth, better
“Dearest Mother, Do not weep for me just because I’m on my way to embrace death. Tell all my brothers that my heart lives inside the incomplete work I left
When 29-year-old IT engineer Saju Samuel was called to the Nashik office of Muthoot Gold Finance to fix some technical glitches in their system earlier in June 2019, little did
"My conscience did not allow me to leave,” says Bengaluru's 29-year-old Babu Mudrappa, who found the heavily-pregnant lady crying for help on a road. What this hero did next will restore your f...
Saju Talukdar, a 47-year-old commercial car driver, runs the Bir Birsha Munda Cloth Bank (BBMC) near Dimdima Tea Garden, nearly 100 km from Siliguri in the Alipurduar district of West
Long before India began discussing global warming, a woman with no formal education started to do her bit to save the environment. The result is a story of change that we all can learn from
Death of his parents and lack of financial support from siblings didn’t not deter Narayana Swamy from giving up his dream of opening a school
https://www.thebetterindia.com/175139/karnataka-doctor-teacher-school-underprivileged-kids/
At a glance, Venugopal Kumpalli, 39, is a hard-working IT professional in Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. Like many others, he wakes up every morning and battles with the
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National Science Day is celebrated every year on February 28 to commemorate the discovery of Raman Effect by Sir C V Raman on this day in 1928. The discovery won
https://www.thebetterindia.com/173887/indian-scientist-cv-raman-sukumar-chandra-sirkar/
This article has been sponsored by the Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation 32 years ago, on 9 December 1987, during an infamous uprising in Palestine, a Palestinian found himself in a difficult
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Every morning, while heading to work or elsewhere, most of us are met with an unfortunate urban reality—Traffic. Even if we plan and time the commute, it feels like every
https://www.thebetterindia.com/170889/bengaluru-traffic-solution-army-hero-legend-inspiring/
In 1919, the Southborough Committee on Franchise, which the British colonial government had set up to design a system of electoral representation for the Dominion of India, called upon Dr
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In his treatise on political theory ‘Hind Swaraj’, Mahatma Gandhi heavily criticised lawyers for being instruments of British colonial rule and sucking the lifeblood of the poor. A strange cr...
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Hunger and poverty can lead a person to make unexpected decisions. For 18-year-old Dev Dass Goswami, it was the two issues combined with the apathy he witnessed in his fellow
https://www.thebetterindia.com/170526/haryana-homeless-davo-truck-driver-saviour-inspirational/
In today’s world, it is a rare sight to see a congregation of people coming together to work towards building a better tomorrow. And, at Arunachal Pradesh’s remotest circle, Vijaynagar,
The Better India Presents ‘Spotlight 2018’: A celebration of trailblazers, champions, and pioneers of change! Ordinary folks whose extraordinary and inspiring actions have made the world stan...
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At a time when states across India are coming up with grand plans of erecting gargantuan statues, there is one statue in Hyderabad which will probably not be visited by
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Several extraordinary war tales have undoubtedly emerged from the battle of Sylhet; from both the Indian and Bangladeshi fronts. However, nothing will come close to the bravado of Major General
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Ten years after Mumbai experienced the life-changing terrorist attacks on 26/11, The Better India pays homage to the heroes who fought bravely that day and their efforts to rebuild afterwards.
The year was 1991. At 10 pm on a foggy night, Janakipuram-based Pramod Tiwari was travelling home from work when a speeding vehicle rammed into him and drove away. When
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Ten years after Mumbai experienced the life-changing terrorist attacks on 26/11, The Better India pays homage to the heroes who fought bravely that day and their efforts to rebuild afterwards.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/164987/26-11-attacks-bomb-dog-hero-kasab-mumbai-news/
If you come across a young girl with a suppurating infection on her leg roaming haplessly on the street, what would you do? Would you spare a moment of concern
https://www.thebetterindia.com/163909/noida-minor-rape-rescue-india-news/
There is no question that Durgabai Deskhmukh remains one of India’s most dynamic freedom fighters, a defender of social welfare and champion of women’s rights. Married off at the age
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From transforming the education system in the state to breaking every barrier discrimination placed before them, here are seven extraordinary tales of seven everyday individuals
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"Begum Hazrat Mahal is remembered by us as the bravest and strongest woman warrior of the royal family."
https://www.thebetterindia.com/156185/begum-hazrat-mahal-british-1857-mutiny/
In accordance with the POSCO Act, The Better India cannot reveal the names of the school, victims or the Principal. The Better India has reached out to the Principal for
https://www.thebetterindia.com/156110/mumbai-principal-teacher-news/
To honour this nation’s Independence Day, we bring you the fascinating stories of #ForgottenHeroes of #IndianIndependence that were lost among the pages of history. The stories of both Subhas C...
https://www.thebetterindia.com/155758/janaki-thevar-rani-of-jhansi-regiment-ina-history-news/
To honour this nation’s Independence Day, we bring you the fascinating stories of #ForgottenHeroes of #IndianIndependence that were lost among the pages of history. Colonial India, circa 1942 E...
https://www.thebetterindia.com/155663/usha-mehta-secret-congress-radio-indian-independence/
How many times have you stayed put at whatever place you were just to escape the possibility of being struck in Mumbai’s annual deluge? While most of us wouldn’t dare
https://www.thebetterindia.com/149449/unsung-heroes-mumbai-rains/
In 1999, 6-year-old Ruksana, who lives in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir, saw her father being murdered by militants, and out of shock, lost her ability to speak.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/148035/kargil-captain-vijayant-thapar-news/
An immigrant hardly makes it into the mainstream of a foreign country. A feeling of marginalisation suffocates him. This issue has assumed greater relevance as we observe refugees, settlers and
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Every morning without fail, 24-year-old Mohd Sujathullah wakes up early and leaves his house at around 7:30 a.m, to reach the Koti Maternity Hospital in Hyderabad, where around 300 poor
https://www.thebetterindia.com/146943/mohd-sujathullah-hyderabad-humanity-first-news/
Honoured with three medals and a BSF post named after him, Ranchhod Pagi's unique skills literally 'guided' the Indian Army to key victories during the 1965 and 1971 wars. In fact, he was once in...
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Karnataka’s TV Subramani is quite the athlete. He has won two gold medals in international events and one in a discus throw event at the recently-concluded Para International Athletics Champion...
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For Munnesa Managuli, calls for help may come at any time. He, however, does not let the late hours deter him, and immediately rushes to the assistance of those who
https://www.thebetterindia.com/146119/munnesa-auto-driver-karnataka-news/
Policing in India is a thankless task. Often criticised heavily for when things go wrong, a story from Ramnagar in Nainital district, Uttarakhand, is now winning hearts and minds. Sub-inspector
Soldiers like Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla are not born every day. The sacrifice of this brave warrior must forever be remembered with gratitude by the country he died protecting.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/141807/mahendra-nath-mulla-indian-navy-maha-vir-chakra/
An ICS officer, mathematician and former district judge, Sukumar Sen was also the first Chief Election Commissioner of Sudan!
https://www.thebetterindia.com/140019/sukumar-sen-india-electoral-system/
In a landmark decision for aviation safety in India, the Delhi High Court recently struck down stretched duty hours for pilots. And its all thanks to this man's incredible tenacity and detailed r...
https://www.thebetterindia.com/139002/yeshwanth-shenoy-flight-safety-airport-india/
Not all heroes wear capes and this humble headmaster from Bengal proves it!
In an incredible act of selflessness, the 17-year-old braveheart chose to help his friends instead of escaping to safety.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/137292/brave-madrassa-student-saves-kids-dies-hero-minaret-collapses/
The AIIMS-educated doctor treats 2,500 patients every week and offers free treatment to those who cannot afford to pay! #PadmaShri
The vegetables are grown & harvested by Dr V Soundarrajan in the hospital premises, which are cooked to feed pregnant women visiting the centre.
From a ragpicker who feeds 300 strays to a human trafficking survivor, these four stories will inspire you.
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“The only people the world tends to remember to a certain degree are the ones who leave an institution behind. So, build it while you can.” – Robin Raina. On
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From the daily wage labourer and housemaid who struggled for 20 years to build a free hospital to India’s first Paralympic Gold Medallist
Having cracked 150 cases single-handedly, this four-legged hero rose to the rank of deputy superintendent of police, the highest any police dog could have!
https://www.thebetterindia.com/128666/tiger-police-dog-uttar-pradesh-police-force/
Known as 'The Leaders Group', the 25-member team is lead by J Lakshmi Narayan.
Appreciating the rare solidarity and selflessness showcased by unsung heroes.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/125373/5-times-2017-common-people-joined-hands-achieved-amazing/
It is indeed awe-inspiring and motivational to see more people taking the unconventional route to celebrate their day of love.
Who says commitment and determination don't pay off? PS Girisha is an inspiration to everyone.
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A lighthearted list of amazing real-life heroes from India who embody the values and strengths displayed by Marvel's Avengers.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/122805/avengers-infinity-war-india-real-life-heroes/
Nine years ago today, Mumbai became a victim to one of the worst terrorist attacks in Indian history. The city was taken hostage for three days by 10 men who launched
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Over the years, Kerala has established itself as one of the most progressive states in the country. From breaking free off the archaic caste system to lending a voice to
On Sunday, India's first Olympian swimmer, Mehboob Shamsher Khan, passed away due to cardiac arrest. Here's the untold story of this forgotten hero.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/118402/shamsher-khan-indian-swimmer-mebourne-olympics/
The virtue of compassion exists within us all. While most remain guarded about whom to bestow it with, often it comes along a person with a heart so large that
Charlie Chaplin once said, “A day without laughter is a day wasted”. And one man in Kerala didn’t waste that opportunity even when death came knocking. That probably saved his
According to WHO, someone takes their own life every 40 seconds, which is about 8,00,000 individuals ending their lives every year. Moreover, for every suicide that succeeds, there are many,
The freedom struggle is filled with tales of thousands of warriors, who fought till their last breath. Stripped of their titles and humiliated, these nobles, royals, and commoners did not
https://www.thebetterindia.com/112037/independence-day-forgotten-women-warriors-india/
In a horrific event, 30 children admitted at the Baba Raghav Das (BRD) Medical College in Gorakhpur, reportedly suffocated to death in just 48 hours. These children were suffering from
Pinki Gogoi and her friend Puja Gogoi used a bamboo raft to rescue up to 30 people left stranded in a flood and bring them to a local evacuation spot set up by her father.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/108995/assam-floods-monsoon-village-unsungheroes-rescue-raft/
A district magistrate in Uttar Pradesh is donning roles that don’t curtail to law enforcement duties alone, and is setting more than one inspiration-worthy example. Yogeshwar Ram Mishra, who is
https://www.thebetterindia.com/108980/varanasi-district-magistrate-adopts-school-teaches-students/
Meet Shyam Kumar from Palakkad Kerala – an auto driver, an avid reader and also a passionate environmentalist.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/55278/shyam-kumar-auto-driver-kerala-palakkad-environment-trees/
Such is his passion and commitment to the children of his village that he broke down while telling us the story of his struggle, a struggle that continues to this day because he will not rest til...
https://www.thebetterindia.com/19929/meet-the-teacher-who-transformed-a-government-school-in-bihar/
Auto driver Omkarnath Katharia offers free packets of water and food to the street vendors who sell knick-knacks at the traffic signals of Delhi.
Such was the sway of the founding father of RAW, that even the intelligence agents in his unit were know as the "Kaoboys."
Christopher, affectionately nicknamed Laddu Bhai, says this is something he does for his enjoyment and out of a personal sense of duty.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/84175/hyderabads-laddu-bhai-helping-kids-cross-busy-streets-35-years/
The Padma Awards 2017 are a celebration of those unsung heroes who have dedicated their lives to India.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/84035/padma-awards-2017-winners/
Meet Shalini Agarwal, an animal-lover who has dedicated her life to taking care of injured animals in her city. She lives with 46 animals in her flat and has no plans of stopping anytime soon. Th...
https://www.thebetterindia.com/83495/shalini-agarwal-bareilly-animal-shelter/
Meet Surya Sen Singh, a 31-year-old Mumbai resident who is working day and night to fulfil his duties towards his roots – his village in Uttar Pradesh. His mission? To make sure every child in ...
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R. K. Sahu left his job 27 years ago to take up the position as the director of Ahmedabad's Kankaria Zoo that was deeply buried in losses, and revived it.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/83104/r-k-sahu-director-ahmedabad-kankaria-zoo/
A former corporate employee, Goutham Kumar realised that his true calling lay in serving humanity. Meet the man changing lives in Hyderabad.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/82640/hyderabad-ngo-homeless-children-senior-citizen/
One of the top neurosurgeons of the country, Dr Arvind Bhateja, helps pay for spinal surgeries of the underprivileged by using his cycling prowess to raise money.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/82560/arvind-bhateja-bangalore-neurosurgeon-spinal-surgeries-cycling/
Here's the story of Havildar Abdul Hamid, a soldier whose act of extraordinary courage and sacrifice was responsible for giving the Indian army a crucial edge in the Indo-Pak War of 1965.
https://www.thebetterindia.com/82213/havildar-abdul-hamid-tanks-param-vir-chakra/