Author: Sharad Natani
When most people associate civil services with power and prestige, Amit Kataria’s story stands out as both inspiring and controversial. A 2004-batch IAS officer from the Chhattisgarh cadre, Kataria cracked the UPSC exam with an impressive AIR 18. Known as one of the wealthiest IAS officers in the country, his journey is as unique as it is talked about. A Symbol of Simplicity Despite his privileged background, Kataria made headlines when he accepted only Re 1 as salary, symbolizing service beyond material wealth. His financial stability came not from the bureaucracy but from family-owned businesses, which placed him among the…
Every year, lakhs of aspirants dream of cracking the UPSC Civil Services Examination, but only a few make it. In 2021, Shruti Sharma, a determined young woman from Uttar Pradesh’s Bijnor, not only cleared the exam but also secured All India Rank 1 (AIR 1), creating history. Her journey of setbacks, resilience, and eventual triumph has now become an inspiration for millions across the country. A Small-Town Girl with Big Dreams Shruti Sharma completed her schooling at Sardar Patel Vidyalaya, New Delhi, before pursuing History (Honours) from St. Stephen’s College, DU, and later a master’s degree from Jawaharlal Nehru University…
Life often tests us with failures, but some turn those failures into fuel for success. IPS officer Anurag Arya, currently serving as the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Bareilly, is one such example. Despite failing in his university exam, he refused to give up and went on to crack the UPSC Civil Services Examination in his very first attempt in 2013, securing an impressive 163rd rank. Roots in Rural Uttar Pradesh Born on December 10, 1987, in Chhaprauli village of Baghpat district, Arya grew up in a family of doctors. His parents, deeply committed to serving their community, instilled…
In a journey that reads like a script from a movie, Giriraj Parihar rose from humble beginnings to attain Rank 8 in MPPSC 2024 — earning the much-coveted Deputy Collector post. He did it over nine years, without coaching, while working as a jail guard and constable. His story is one of grit, sacrifice, and unshakeable resolve. Roots & Early Struggle -Hometown: Sitapur village, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh -Grew up in a farming family with limited resources -Lost his mother in 2011, and shouldered family responsibilities early -Has five sisters whom he helped support and marry off From Uniform Service…
Kerala schools have once again proved their academic and institutional excellence by securing several top positions in the 19th edition of the EducationWorld India School Rankings (EWISR) 2025–26, released on Monday. Five schools from the state made it to the national top 10 list across multiple categories, highlighting Kerala’s strong standing in India’s education landscape. Government Schools Lead the Way The Government VHSS for Girls, Nadakkavu, Kozhikode, retained its all-India second rank in the prestigious ‘State Government Day Schools’ category, maintaining its consistent record of excellence. Meanwhile, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Chennithala, Alappuzha, continued to stand tall by securing the…
अक्टूबर का महीना इस बार निवेशकों और बैंक ग्राहकों के लिए बेहद अहम साबित होने जा रहा है। भारतीय रिज़र्व बैंक (RBI) और बाजार नियामक SEBI द्वारा लागू किए गए नए नियम 1 अक्टूबर से प्रभावी होंगे। इन बदलावों का असर न सिर्फ म्यूचुअल फंड निवेश पर पड़ेगा, बल्कि रोज़मर्रा के बैंकिंग लेन-देन और ऑटो-डेबिट सुविधाओं पर भी सीधे तौर पर दिखाई देगा। म्यूचुअल फंड निवेश होगा पूरी तरह डिजिटल और सुरक्षित अब सभी म्यूचुअल फंड निवेश क्लियरिंग कॉरपोरेशन के ज़रिये ही होंगे। इस व्यवस्था को निवेश को अधिक पारदर्शी और धोखाधड़ी से मुक्त बनाने के लिए लागू किया गया…