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Explore the incredible story of Kalimullah Khan, whose innovative grafting technique resulted in a mango tree with 350 varieties. Learn how his...
Major Rohit Bachwala, an off-duty army doctor at Jhansi Railway Station, stepped in to deliver a baby girl on the footover bridge when a woman went...
Dragon fruit farming is booming across India. From soil-less techniques to making your own fertiliser, these farmers share tips that helped them earn...
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....
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 or...
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...
NutriSens, a compact soil testing device developed in India, lets farmers analyse their soil in minutes without lab delays. Using just one gram of...
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...
Gautam Raikar’s Bengaluru-based Liki Foods is reinventing dessert with dairy-free ice creams made from millets. Loved by both health-conscious...
Learn how to grow chikoo (sapodilla) at home this monsoon with our step-by-step guide. From choosing the right variety to planting, watering,...
From board rooms to farm fields, this couple from Andhra Pradesh left their corporate life behind to focus on organic farming. Their aim? To cultivate...
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...
What if bonding with your child was as simple as storytelling or sharing a “Thali of Thanks”? These 7 easy traditions help parents create...
This monsoon, guide your little ones through the joys of gardening by growing bottle gourd together. Simple steps, big smiles, and plenty of muddy...
The Miyazaki mango, one of the most expensive fruits in the world, is renowned for its distinct taste, smooth texture, and rich aroma. It is a rare...
Chennai launches India’s first air-conditioned rest lounges for gig workers, offering food, grocery, and parcel delivery personnel a safe, dignified...
Rainy days don't have to be boring. What if splashing in puddles, painting with rain, and growing tiny seeds could turn a gloomy afternoon into an...
Make the most of the monsoon by growing your food. This guide covers everything from soil preparation to harvesting, helping you create a leafy and...
India's conservation map just got brighter. After 25 years of effort, Aralam in Kerala becomes the first sanctuary in India dedicated solely to...
Aditya Pingale, a young inventor from Maharashtra, created KrushiBot, a low-cost, mobile-controlled robot designed to help farmers reduce the physical...
Turn your home into a green classroom — grow jackfruit with your kids and teach them sustainability, patience, and the joy of harvesting their own...
Queer couples in India are redefining love through simple, everyday moments, from gentle mornings to family gatherings filled with warmth. Their...
This Kozhikode wedding proved that celebrations don’t have to cost the Earth. With digital invites, plastic-free décor, and just 100 kg of waste...
Tired of the usual park picnics? These 8 spots across India offer so much more—think catching trout in Himachal, picking pineapples in Manipur, or...
Got kitchen scraps and want to do something with them? Turn them into a fun summer gardening project with your kids. Grow tomatoes, potatoes, and...
If you’ve been thinking about growing something this monsoon, start with these six plants. They’re low-maintenance, love the rain, and are perfect...
Inspired by Vibha’s battle with PCOS, husband-wife duo Vibha Harish and Soorya Jagadish built Cosmix—a gut-friendly, plant-based wellness brand....
There’s something special about fruits that arrive with the rain. Tangy, juicy, and rooted in tradition, these seven monsoon fruits — from jamun...
After the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad on 12 June, local NGO Darshana Animal Welfare, led by Akash Chavda, rescued injured...
Yuvaneshwari Kanagasabapathy and Ramana Madhavi Sankara founded Chotuu Ki Education (CKE) in Hyderabad to give street children a second chance through...
Monsoon dampness does not have to take over your home. Learn how to tackle mould, peeling paint, and soggy clothes with seven natural remedies using...
With just a little soil, some seeds, and the right care, you can have a patch of nutritious greens growing on your balcony, in your backyard, or even...
Every monsoon, India’s landscapes come alive with rare wildflowers like Neelakurinji and Brahma Kamal. These fleeting blooms do more than dazzle —...
From pot to plate, discover how easy it is to grow amla at home, even if you have limited space. Our comprehensive guide covers everything from soil...
Jasmit Singh Arora, the 'Gutli Man of India' from Kolkata, West Bengal, is turning mango seeds into saplings and gifting them to farmers. Know how he...
They said the Desert Rose was too exotic. Too delicate. Not worth it. Jalandhar proved them all wrong. From a small village in Tamil Nadu, he built a...
Learn how to grow fresh and healthy ladyfinger (okra) at home during the monsoon season. This step-by-step guide covers everything from choosing seeds...
From a 100 sq ft room to a successful startup, discover how Mohit Nijhawan’s Greenu grows over 75 varieties of microgreens using organic methods,...
Camping in India's wild spaces can be a joyful, grounding experience—especially when done with care. This guide shares simple, thoughtful ways to...
Rainy days are the perfect excuse to pause, play, and truly connect. Whether it's cooking an old family recipe or racing paper boats through puddles,...
Discover how to grow fresh and healthy brinjal at home during the monsoon season, even in small spaces like balconies or terraces. Follow this easy,...
Arup Kumar Ghosh from Kolaghat, West Bengal, turned marigold farming into a Rs 50 lakh per month business. Learn how he started small, upgraded his...
What happens when two young engineers with no farming background land in rural India armed with drones and curiosity? Amandeep Panwar and Rishabh...
Sushmita Kaneri, a software engineer-turned-social entrepreneur, launched Gullakaari to revive India’s endangered crafts and empower 1,000 artisans...
You might think your rubbish ends with the bin, but for someone else, that is just the beginning. Discover how small and thoughtful changes at home...
From banking to farming, Sanket Mehta in Pune is growing 42 fresh, pesticide-free veggies using hydroponics. Nutrifresh delivers clean and tasty...
From a simple idea to comfort her daughter, Veena Peter's venture, 'Tara's Doll House,' has become a popular brand in Bengaluru, offering eco-friendly...
Each year, Mumbai faces intense flooding during the monsoon. What are the underlying causes, and why do the same issues persist? This piece unpacks...
Learn how Bhubaneswar’s Jayanti Sahoo turned her rooftop into a blooming organic garden. Follow her 8-step guide to grow fruits and vegetables at...
The ITUS Water Drone, developed by the Indian Rescue Academy, is changing flood rescue efforts across India by speeding up aid delivery and supporting...