Biographies for Kids

Usha Chilukuri Vance, wife of Donald Trump’s running mate J.D. Vance, is set to become the first Second Lady of Indian origin in the United States. Learn more about her Indian heritage. Usha Vance, the wife of Donald Trump’s running mate J.D. Vance, is set to become the first Second Lady of Indian origin in the United States. Her family …

KK – Krishnakumar Kunnath Biography: Bollywood singer and performer KK passed away at 53, on May 31, 2022. He delivered a stage show, a live concert precisely, and reportedly fell down the stairs of the hotel later in the night of May 31, 2022. The singer was immediately taken to the hospital, where he was declared dead by the doctors. …

Sheetal Devi Biography: There are always inspiring tales of athletes who strive to rise above personal adversities in the sports arena. But one such inspiring story that needs special mention is that of Sheetal Devi, a young para-archer from India. Sheetal, who was born with phocomelia (a condition that failed to develop her arms) has been a successful archer after …

A. P. J. Abdul Kalam – Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam (born 15 October, 1931 – died 27 July, 2015) is an Indian scientist and administrator who served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. Kalam was born and raised in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, studied physics at the St. Joseph’s College, Tiruchirappalli, and aerospace engineering at the …

Valmiki — Maharishi (the great sage) claims the distinction of being the author of the holy epic ‘Ramayana‘, consisting of 24,000 verses. He is also believed to be the author of Yoga Vasistha, a text that elaborates on a range of philosophical issues. Written approximately 500 years ago, it was taught to Lord Rama when He lost all the hopes …

Celebrated British actress Dame Maggie Smith passes away at 89. Explore her remarkable life, iconic roles, and numerous awards, including two Oscars, five BAFTAs, and three Emmys. Dame Margaret Natalie Smith, a celebrated British actress, passed away on 27 September 2024, at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London, at the age of 89. Renowned for her sharp wit and …

Atishi Marlena, a prominent AAP leader, has led education reforms in Delhi and currently serves as the Chief Minister. With a strong academic background from Oxford and significant political accomplishments, her career highlights include improving public school systems, advocating student rights, and managing multiple government portfolios. Atishi Marlena: Biography Atishi Marlena, a dynamic politician from the Aam Aadmi Party, has …

Tika Lal Taploo: The ‘Kashmir Files’ digs into the first major killing of a Kashmiri Hindu leader Tika Lal Taploo which led to the Exodus of Kashmiri Hindus. Know who was Tika Lal Taploo and why he became the first target of Kashmiri militants. Tika Lal Taploo: Early Life Taploo was born in Srinagar in a Kashmiri Pandit family. He graduated from Panjab University and done …

In India, we celebrate Engineer’s Day on September 15, as a tribute to the greatest Indian Engineer Bharat Ratna Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. He was known as the father of Modern Mysore for his outstanding contribution to society. In 1955, the government of India honoured him with the highest civilian honour — Bharat Ratna for his numerous industrial, economic and social projects. He …

दीप्ति जीवनजी (Deepthi Jeevanji) एक प्रेरणादायक पैरा एथलीट हैं जिन्होंने पेरिस पैरालंपिक्स 2024 में ब्रॉन्ज़ मेडल जीतकर भारत का नाम रोशन किया है। उन्होंने मंगलवार (03 सितंबर 2024) को पैरालंपिक्स में ब्रॉन्ज मेडल जीत लिया। मूल रूप से तेलंगाना की निवासी, दीप्ति ने शुरुआत में कई कठिनाइयों का सामना किया, लेकिन उनकी मेहनत और आत्मविश्वास ने उन्हें अपने लक्ष्य तक …