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(Search results - 35)EntertainmentMar 17, 2024, 5:17 PM IST
Meet Lisa Ray: the cancer survivor who is still fit at 51
In June 2009, Lisa Ray received her first cancer diagnosis. After three years of recovery, she relapsed once more. According to Dr. Sreenivass BJ, a medical oncologist at Bangalore's HCG Cancer Hospital, strength training does help cancer survivors.
India UntoldMar 11, 2024, 11:58 AM IST
Sapno Ki Udaan: An NGO dedicated to empowering acid attack survivors
Khushi Pandey founded her NGO named ‘Sapno Ki Udaan’ for the upliftment of marginalized communities. The initiative ‘Jeevika Sathi’ supports acid attack survivors by teaching them skills like sewing and embroidery.
India UntoldNov 16, 2023, 11:47 AM IST
A Remarkable Single Mother Triumphing Over Violence and Injustice
In 2018, Devanshi Yadav established an NGO named ‘Ram Ashray Welfare Society’ in honour of her father. The organization strives to help underprivileged children. In 2019, she adopted her first child named Vanmayi, and in 2022, she adopted two girls from Uganda.
India UntoldNov 4, 2023, 8:56 AM IST
Meet Mohammad Naseem Sheikh, a truly inspiring and record breaking artist
Mohammad Naseem Sheikh holds four world records under his name for making world’s smallest paintings and paint brushes. In 2016, he was diagnosed with cancer, but he did not let his illness come in the way of his dreams.
BiographyOct 25, 2023, 3:22 PM IST
Sonali Bendre’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Debut | Films | Awards
Sonali Bendre is an Indian actress, model, and writer. She made her acting debut with the film ‘Aag’ in the year 1994 and received the Filmfare Award for her debut performance. In 2015, Sonali Bendre published her first book ‘The Modern Gurukul: My Experiments with Parenting.’
India UntoldSep 18, 2023, 12:32 PM IST
The unmatched fighting spirit of Anchal Sharma: the story of a truly incredible woman
Anchal Sharma gave up her education to become an earning member of her family. She faced many obstacles in her life, but she came out as a star warrior. After recovering from cancer in 2018, she started her organization ‘Meals of Happiness’ where she provides meals to people in need. Today, she is an inspiration and strong influence on everybody’s lives.
IndiaMay 26, 2021, 3:07 PM IST
Covid-19: Tata steel to pay salaries of employees who passed away till retirement age
At a time when India is facing the worst of covid-19 pandemic, many companies have come forward to help the survivors of covid-19 victims
IndiaJan 27, 2021, 3:56 PM IST
How a youngster has pledged his life to help survivors of Bhuj earthquake reconstruct lives
Here’s the story of a youngster who has pledged his life, helping the survivors of the Bhuj earthquake in 2001 to reconstruct their lives
Not For Women OnlyFeb 4, 2020, 3:01 PM IST
Padma Bhushan Kamal Ranadive: India's Forgotten Cancer Crusader
The battle against cancer is perhaps one of humanity’s longest. The need to find its cause and put an end to great misery has fuelled research in oncology for decades. Dr. Kamal Ranadive was an Indian biomedical researcher who is known for her research in cancer about the links between cancers and viruses. She was a founder member of the Indian Women Scientists' Association (IWSA). In the 1960s, she established India's first tissue culture research laboratory at the Indian Cancer Research Centre in Mumbai. Let’s find out more about the life of this unsung scientist in this episode of Not For Women Only with Sunita Iyer.
India UntoldJan 27, 2020, 5:31 PM IST
Late Abdul Jabbar's 30-Year-Long Fight For Justice For Bhopal Gas Tragedy Victims
The night of December 2nd, 1984, will remain etched in our country’s memory. On that horrific night, deadly methyl isocyanate gas leaked from the Union Carbide India Limited pesticide plant in Bhopal, claiming over 20,000 lives and leaving lakhs severely disabled. Abdul Jabbar, who was 28 then, lost his mother, father, brother and himself suffered lung fibrosis and lost 50% of his vision. On November 14, 2019, he passed away after fighting for justice for the victims and survivors for close to 3 decades. With the government of India awarding this Bhopal gas tragedy activist the Padma Shri posthumously, let’s take a look at his lesser-known story in this episode of India Untold with Sunita Iyer.
BollywoodDec 30, 2019, 5:41 PM IST
Deepika Padukone pictures: Has Bollywood diva removed her RK tattoo?
Deepika Padukone was recently seen promoting Chhapaak. The pictures of the actress from the event seem to be missing a great detail; check it out
IndiaNov 5, 2019, 3:16 PM IST
How A Doll Has Been Helping Tsunami Affected Women Rebuild Their Lives
Today on World Tsunami Awareness Day, meet Tsunamika, the pocket-size power dolls that have not only enabled 100s of women in Tamil Nadu get back to their feet, but also given hope to millions of tsunami survivors world over.
IndiaOct 23, 2019, 10:55 AM IST
With BJP up in arms, Congress MP's wife apologises for 'Fate is like rape' post on Facebook
Anna Linda Eden, wife of Hibi Eden, Congress Lok Sabha member from Ernakulam, on Tuesday (October 22) apologised and said her post, which was withdrawn, meant no offence. She added that she meant that one should face all situations with a smile. BJP leader Tom Vadakkan said it would have been appropriate if she had openly apologised to both rape survivors and flood victims.
IndiaAug 25, 2019, 2:50 PM IST
Andhra Pradesh: TDP slams YSRCP for distributing expired edible oil packets to flood victims
Taking to Twitter, TDP leader and former minister Nara Lokesh claimed that the Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP was playing with flood-affected victims' lives by providing expired materials to the survivors
IndiaAug 19, 2019, 4:04 PM IST
Tamil Nadu: Minivan carrying 22 plunges into well, 8 killed
A minivan carrying 22 people plunged into a 30-foot well after suffering a tyre burst on Sunday (August 19). Eight people were killed and the survivors were rushed to a hospital