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In Delhi, This CA Serves 250 People Daily With Freshly Cooked Meals at Just Rs 10 Each!

With no grants, no office; just a team of women from local SHGs, Sanjay Dodrajka’s ‘Food With Dignity’ initiative is quietly transforming lives...

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Vidya Gowri Venkatesh

Lecturer-Turned-Beekeeper Builds 100-Hive Honey Venture in Kashmir & Doubles His Income

Once a government lecturer, Shabir began beekeeping with a modest Rs 28,000. Today, he sells organic honey, earns twice as much, and inspires a new...

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Irfan Amin Malik

How a Small Andaman Forest Station Busted 100+ Wildlife Crimes & Rescued Deer, Wild Pigs & More

In just one year, a 24x7 forest station in Middle Andaman has cracked over 100 wildlife crime cases, seized 800 hunting traps, rescued deer and...

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Rachna Verma

A Super Simple Guide to Growing Mint at Home This Monsoon

Planting mint is straightforward and requires minimal space and care, making it ideal for anyone, whether they reside in a spacious house or a...

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Tbi Team

400 Years Ago, A Portuguese Viceroy’s ‘Table Manners’ Gave India Its Beloved Alphonso

Every summer, mango lovers across India eagerly await the arrival of Alphonsos. But behind their rich, buttery sweetness lies a fascinating...

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Tbi Team

My Cancer Gave Me 100 Days to Live — Until My 3-YO Daughter Asked, ‘Papa, Will You Dance at My Wedding?’

Arjun Sen was handed a prognosis of ‘100 days to live’ following a cancer diagnosis. Then followed 20 odd surgeries, all in the attempt to keep a...

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Krystelle Dsouza

7 Dragon Fruit Farming Tips From Farmers, Including One Who Earns Rs 2 Crore Annually

Dragon fruit farming is booming across India. From soil-less techniques to making your own fertiliser, these farmers share tips that helped them...

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Raajwrita Dutta

This Pocket-Sized Device Can Test Your Soil in 5 Minutes; Here’s How

NutriSens, a compact soil testing device developed in India, lets farmers analyse their soil in minutes without lab delays. Using just one gram of...

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Raajwrita Dutta

How to Grow Watermelons at Home (Even in Small Spaces!)

From sowing the seed to harvesting a fully grown, ripe watermelon, here is a step-by-step guide to grow your own watermelons at home in balconies...

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Raajwrita Dutta

Here is a Guide to Growing Lemon Trees at Home This Monsoon

Thinking of starting a lemon tree at home? The monsoon is the perfect time. This guide walks you through everything, from picking the right pot and...

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Raajwrita Dutta

68% of India’s Snow Leopards Are in Ladakh And Locals Helped Make It Happen

In a major conservation breakthrough, Ladakh has been found to host 68% of India’s snow leopards, with 477 individuals recorded in a new survey....

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Raajwrita Dutta

Before Feminism Was a Trending Word, These 5 Indian Laws Protected Women

From widow remarriage to the right to property and divorce — these early Indian laws gave women power in a time when society barely gave them a...

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Srimoyee Chowdhury

These Stunning 400-YO Japanese Rain Chains Are Perfect for Harvesting Water This Monsoon

A 17th-century Japanese invention is making a quiet comeback, this time on Indian rooftops. Rain chains aren’t just beautiful, they’re helping...

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Saumya Singh

Injured Pup on Highway Changed This Youth’s Life Forever & Together They’ve Cycled Across 15 States

When Sonu Raj met an injured stray puppy on the highway, he didn’t know she would change his life forever. Today, he and Charlie have cycled across...

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Srimoyee Chowdhury

60% of a Kashmir Village Now Grows Strawberries & These 4 Women Are at the Heart of It

As Gassu’s fields moved from rice to strawberries, women who once stayed behind walls began claiming space, income, and respect. This is the story...

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Ilhak Tantray

Ex-Bengaluru Techie Builds Rs 2 Lakh/Month Millet Ice Cream Brand That Tastes Just Like the Real Thing

Gautam Raikar’s Bengaluru-based Liki Foods is reinventing dessert with dairy-free ice creams made from millets. Loved by both health-conscious...

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Raajwrita Dutta

How to Grow Chikoos at Home During Monsoon: A Step-by-Step Gardening Guide

Learn how to grow chikoo (sapodilla) at home this monsoon with our step-by-step guide. From choosing the right variety to planting, watering,...

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Raajwrita Dutta

In Nagaland & Mizoram, You Can Walk Into a Shop Without Shopkeepers

Did you know that India has shops with no shopkeeper? These stores operate only on the basis of trust and mutual respect. Here is one from...

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Vidya Gowri Venkatesh

Meet the Mango That Can Weigh Over 3 Kilos & The Farmer Who Grows It — Right Here in India

These giant-sized mangoes are all set for harvest. Being a variety that is widely grown in Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Jadav of Noorjahan Mango...

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Raajwrita Dutta

Dehradun Banker Left His Job To Follow the Mountains— Today, He Runs a Rs 10 Cr Adventure Business

What started off as a trekking activity for leisure became a serious business for Vijap Pratap Singh. Despite have a secured job in a bank, he...

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Mervin Preethi

How a Kolkata Paanwala Battled Poverty to Write 12 Books From His Street Stall

Pintu Pohan runs a small paan stall on a busy Kolkata road. But behind the betel leaves and lime is a world of books, stories, and dreams.

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Saumya Singh

How Switching Optional Subject Helped This IRS Officer Clear UPSC CSE 2024

Despite peers advising against it, Haryana-based Ajay switched his UPSC optional due to persistent low scores. Anthropology offered a concise,...

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Shivani Gupta

How Nagaland’s Ancient Farming Method Turns Floods Into Food

The Zabo farming system is an ingenious approach primarily used in Kikruma village of Nagaland for sustainable agriculture and flood management....

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Shivani Gupta

Couple Leaves Corporate Careers To Build an Organic Farming Venture Earning Rs 90 Lakh/Year

From board rooms to farm fields, this couple from Andhra Pradesh left their corporate life behind to focus on organic farming. Their aim? To...

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Raajwrita Dutta

How to Build Beautiful Family Memories With Your Children Through 7 Simple Traditions You Can Start Any Day

What if bonding with your child was as simple as storytelling or sharing a “Thali of Thanks”? These 7 easy traditions help parents create...

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Raajwrita Dutta

This Monsoon, Grow a Papaya Tree Right on Your Balcony or Terrace

Learn how to grow papaya at home this monsoon with our easy, step-by-step guide. Whether you have a garden, terrace, or balcony, discover the best...

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Raajwrita Dutta

How to Grow Avocados at Home in India — Even If You’ve Never Grown a Thing Before

Growing avocados at home is not only a rewarding hobby but also a sustainable way to enjoy fresh produce. Whether you have a balcony or a small...

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Tbi Team

Why Is Everyone Online Calling This Man ‘Bengaluru’s Batman’?

Thousands of people across India turn to him when the internet turns dangerous. Who is this silent digital saviour?

02.07.2025 1

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Srimoyee Chowdhury

Engineer-Turned-Farmer Brings Geranium Farming to Chhattisgarh, Uplifting Villages with Eco-Friendly Innovations

A former engineer, Lokesh Patade switched careers to introduce geranium cultivation in Chhattisgarh—creating eco-friendly air fresheners and...

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Hiren Kumar Bose