It's mental discipline that sets one apart, the ability to think differently and to generate energy in the right direction.

There are over 200 million illiterate women in India. This low literacy negatively impacts not just their lives but also their families' and the country's economic development. A girl's lack of education also has a negative impact on the health and well-being of her children.

Sourav's greatest strength is his mind. He is hardworking - not only in the nets but also mentally. He bounces back.

Every individual has his own style, his own way of presenting himself on and off the field.

Lara's done very well recently and I never had any doubts about the abilities of Lara or Waugh.

If efforts to do social work are couched in selfish motives, then they will die a premature death. Why would my efforts get politicised? I have values I inherited from my father. He helped many. Anyone, even a postman knocking on our door would get a glass of water and some sweets.

I grew up looking at my father as to how to behave. In watching him I grasped so many things. His own temperament was of a calm person. He was very composed and I never saw anger in him. To me, that was fascinating.