Author: Sharad Natani
They say it’s not circumstances but determination that shapes destiny. This holds true for C. Vanmathi, a young woman from a small village in Tamil Nadu who once herded buffaloes to support her family and is now an IAS officer inspiring millions across India. Her story is a testament to perseverance, education, and courage against all odds. Roots in Rural Tamil Nadu Born in Tamil Nadu’s Erode district, Vanmathi grew up in a modest household. Her father drove a taxi to sustain the family, while she spent her childhood tending to buffaloes in nearby fields. Yet, amidst the rural backdrop,…
In a small cycle repair shop, a teenage boy almost gave up his dream. Today, that same boy is an IAS officer with an All India Rank of 32. This is the inspiring story of Varun Baranwal, whose mother’s determination transformed hardship into history. “You Study, I’ll Run the Shop” — A Mother’s Promise Varun’s life changed overnight after his father, the sole breadwinner, passed away just after his Class 10 exams. With the family’s future uncertain, relatives urged him to quit studies and take over the puncture shop. But his mother refused. Her words became their battle cry: “You…
In a major reshuffle of 16 senior IAS officers in Uttar Pradesh, Saumya Agarwal, a dynamic and result-oriented officer, has been appointed as the new Commissioner of Prayagraj. Known for her sharp administrative acumen, Saumya is an inspiring example of how determination and focus can transform a career. A Journey from Lucknow to London – and Back Born and raised in Lucknow, Saumya Agarwal completed her schooling at St. Mary’s Convent School. Daughter of Gyan Chand Agarwal, a civil engineer with Indian Railways, Saumya pursued software engineering at Delhi University and later joined a private firm in Pune. Within months,…
In a landmark step for India’s technology ecosystem, IIT Hyderabad has developed an indigenous Internet of Things (IoT) chipset designed to transform sectors ranging from healthcare and logistics to national security. Compact, energy-efficient, and low-cost, this new chipset marks a major stride towards a sovereign, self-reliant India in advanced semiconductor innovation. A Breakthrough in System-on-Chip Technology The newly developed chipset is a System-on-a-Chip (SoC) — an integrated circuit that combines most or all the essential components of a computer or electronic system onto a single microchip. Its design extends ultra-reliable connectivity to virtually any corner of the globe, running for…
In a landmark moment for Indian sports, 22-year-old Anandkumar Velkumar has etched his name in history, winning two gold medals at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025 in China. His sensational performance makes him the first-ever Indian to claim a world championship gold in speed skating. The Record-Breaking Feat Velkumar stormed to victory in the Senior Men’s 1,000m Sprint, clocking an impressive 1:24.924, a timing that stunned the global field. This triumph came just days after he secured a historic bronze in the 500m Sprint with 43.072s, marking India’s first medal at the senior level. Adding to the celebrations, junior…
In a landmark move to ease public inconvenience and comply with legal mandates, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has begun the statutory disposal of e-challans pending in courts from 2017 to 2021. This decision, announced by Transport Commissioner Brajesh Narain Singh, is being hailed as a citizen-centric reform that will clear lakhs of old cases, unblock vehicle services, and improve transparency. What the Decision Means Court-Pending Challans Abated: All e-challans pending before Magistrates/Courts up to 31 December 2021 will now stand “Disposed–Abated” under the U.P. Act No. 4 of 2023. Portal updates will reflect within a month. Time-Barred Challans Closed:…