Street Children

Delhi restaurant in a spot after denying entry to underprivileged children

In a shocking incident, a prominent restaurant in Connaught Place here allegedly denied entry to unprivileged children accompanied by a woman, prompting Delhi government to order an inquiry.

Against all odds: From the streets of Kolkata to an American college. And back

A an Indian success story albeit with an American touch, the Community College Initiative Program that began in 2007 has seen some 2,300 students, spending a year in American community colleges. This is the story of Ashok Pal, Pratap Kundar and Zeeshan Ali from Kolkata

Photos: Sonam Kapoor joins the cast to promote 'Little Big People' at MAMI

Sonam Kapoor joined the cast of 'Little Big People' a documentary based on street children to promote it at the Mumbai Film Festival. Here are the images.

35% of India's street kids are dealing with substance abuse: survey

The study raises questions about the government’s education for all policy, as 68 per cent of street kids were found illiterate. Only five per cent are literates above primary level.

Maha to provide training to street children for skilled jobs

A six-month training will be imparted to these children following which selected candidates will be absorbed in the companies.