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India's beloved "People's President" Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam believed books offered a way to "view the past, use experience for the present, and dream for the future." These 10 timeless recommendations reveal the wisdom that shaped one of history's most inspiring leaders.
An Indian innovator inspired by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam has created the country's first bionic arm at one-tenth the cost of comparable devices worldwide. The breakthrough is bringing life-changing mobility to people who couldn't afford traditional prosthetics.
Abdul Khan fought on his cousin Amir's cards and carried the weight of a legendary name. Now he's headlining a historic night at Wembley that showcases five South Asian fighters on one card.
Abdul Khan steps out of cousin Amir's shadow this Saturday when five British South Asian fighters share the same card at Wembley Arena for the first time. The 23-year-old, raised by his mum after his parents separated when he was 10, says boxing gave him a home when he needed one most.
After six hours trapped in a narrow 30-meter well, four-year-old Abdul Razzaq Salloum Jbeir was pulled to safety by Syrian Civil Defence teams in a rescue that captivated the nation. Specialized crews from three provinces worked together to save the conscious child from the dangerously tight space.
Abdul Rahman Muniru had his Dubai visa ready when he heard about a farm training program that changed everything. Now 32 young Ghanaians are launching agriculture businesses instead of leaving home.
LeBron James just became the NBA's all-time field goal leader, surpassing a record held by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar since 1989. The 41-year-old Lakers star made history with a turnaround jumper in his 23rd professional season.
After 20 years in a Saudi prison under death sentence, Abdul Rahim is walking free thanks to a stunning display of community solidarity. The global Malayali community raised ₹35 crore ($9 million) in blood money to save his life.
At 41 years old, LeBron James just became the player who has made more shots than anyone in NBA history. The Lakers star passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record with his 15,838th career field goal during a game against Denver.
Abdul Karim al-Rimawi held his 13-year-old son Majd for the first time after spending 25 years in Israeli prisons. Majd was conceived through sperm his father smuggled from prison for IVF treatment in 2013.
While a robotic dog scandal made headlines at India's AI summit, five student teams quietly showcased real solutions for crop disease, newborn care, and navigation for the blind. Their innovations are already earning patents and national awards.
When Saddam Hussein reportedly offered nuclear physicist Raja Ramanna unlimited money to lead Iraq's nuclear program, he chose his country instead. His decision helped shape India's scientific future and inspired generations of researchers.
Inside a converted water tank in Hyderabad, the children of security guards and domestic workers are becoming engineers earning top salaries. Since 2003, one man has guided over 1,500 first-generation learners through school, diploma programs, and engineering degrees without charging a single rupee.
Delhi is bringing AI-powered language labs to nearly 60,000 students across 100 government schools, helping them master listening, speaking, reading, and writing in both Indian and foreign languages. The city's latest education budget also includes major reforms in early childhood learning and a shift from rote memorization to critical thinking.
A groundbreaking conference in Northern Ghana brought together 500 women farmers to reshape how the world sees their work—not as survival, but as entrepreneurship. The two-day event provided training in modern agriculture, digital skills, and market access to help women compete globally.
When a comedian's joke about expecting intimacy after buying a Rs 370 biryani went viral, six young Indian men decided to share what modern masculinity really means to them. Their honest reflections on consent, empathy, and respect are changing the conversation.
Muslims across Indian cities gathered for Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, offering prayers for world peace and harmony. Community leaders emphasized shared humanity beyond religious differences.
A three-year initiative helping young African women transition into professional life celebrated mentors who are changing futures through guidance and support. The program has already reached over 200 women across three countries and is expanding to three more.
A new health center and borehole just opened in Ablekuma, Ghana, bringing quality healthcare to 150,000 residents who desperately needed it. The facility, funded by a Qatari philanthropist and built by Qatar Charity, marks a turning point for a community that has struggled with inadequate medical services for years.
Over a dozen ethnic groups gathered in Wa, Ghana for the first-ever Upper West Zongo Festival, celebrating unity while tackling youth drug abuse head-on. The vibrant cultural event marks a new annual tradition promoting peace and development across communities.
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