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‘She stood in the storm and when the wind did not blow her way, she adjusted her sails,’ goes a saying and this reminds me of a valiant young cancer warrior Tamanna Punjabi. ‘Tamanna’ itself means to wish, to desire and to hope.…
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If the saying “Jack of all trades, master of none” is implied on people who dabble in many skills instead of focusing on one, I would like to slightly change this phrase to “Jack and master of all trades” to imply on people who…
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It is said that Life is a journey and one must enjoy the ride. While life is smooth for some, there are others who are brave enough to overcome hurdles in life and face challenges with courage. Yes, there are Persons with…
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While India finished 48th on the medal tally in the Tokyo Olympics, the country is witnessing the ongoing Paralympic games. India has sent its largest ever contingent to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic games with a total of 54 athletes…
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When Dr Sai Kaustuv Dasgupta realised that he was suffering with a disease which limited his mobility, he accepted his irreplaceable condition and decided to be a beacon of hope for the differently-abled community rather than…
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There goes a saying, ‘Of all the wonders of the world, the horizon is the greatest’ and when I read this, I could relate it to an amazing expedition set to be launched on August 15. Called as #OperationBlueFreedom- Siachen…
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It is said that ‘Kindness’ is a language which the blind can see and the deaf can hear. Indeed, the saying holds true and to prove it, we bring to you the story of 24-year-old Venkatesh Naik, a visually impaired person from…
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The world Autism awareness week is observed during the first week of April and discussions by stakeholders/individuals on the autism spectrum were organised to explore opportunities for an inclusive society. As per studies, the…
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If people with severe physical disabilities can dance, trek, swim and play sports like cricket/basketball, etc, there is no question on their grit and determination. Hundreds of such people have set an example and have proved…
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There are many life lessons that one can learn by playing sports. From goal setting, perseverance, endurance to mental strength, team spirit and a positive attitude, sports can prepare us to live a satisfied life; off the field.…
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“If you focus on your abilities, the world will see your capabilities and if you focus on your disabilities, the world will see your inabilities,” stated Ira Singhal, the first person with disability to top the prestigious Civil…
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The Rebound coach, author, corporate trainer, inspirational speaker, TEDx speaker that we know today has an inspiring tale of grit and determination. Socio Story brings to you the story of Niranjan Nerlige V who never let his…
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