Human Interest

Personal stories of talent, resilience and everyday achievement.

Piyush Dadriwala's needle-etched, mirror-image manuscript of Madhushala

Human Interest

"Madhushala," written entirely with a needle

Piyush Dadriwala of Dadri has etched, in mirror image with a needle, Harivansh Rai Bachchan's classic "Madhushala" — a book that needs no light to read, since the raised, embossed words can be felt and read by touch.

By gpalgooFeb 28, 2012

Gitanjali of Safidon at her mehendi and craft work

Human Interest

Safidon's Gitanjali becomes an inspiration for women everywhere

Living with a physical disability, Gitanjali of Safidon supports herself through mehendi art, tailoring, tutoring and embroidery — and has decorated her family home with her own paintings.

By Mahabir MittalFeb 27, 2012