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70-YO Pune Man Builds No-Soil Terrace Garden That Keeps His Home 4°C Cooler & Feeds His Family

23.10.2025 10

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Harvard-IIM Alumnus & Angel Investor Explains Why Students Will Shape the Future of India’s Healthcare With AI

21.10.2025 7

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5 Festive Recipes From Across India You Should Cook Again This Diwali — Just Like Old Times

19.10.2025 8

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Meet the Ex-Investment Banker Helping 4000 Entrepreneurs Grow Their Businesses — For Free

16.10.2025 2

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Doctor & Fitness Coach Reveals the Science of Staying Healthy in India

12.10.2025 9

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How a Scientist Is Growing Bamboo Forests To Heal Maharashtra’s Villages Choked by Toxic Ash

04.10.2025 8

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Meet TBI Showcase ‘Education Changemaker’ Who Is Empowering 2.2 Million Children Through Arts & Sports

02.10.2025 5

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‘If We Capture These Markets, India Will Lead’: Panelists at TBI Showcase 2025 on Building a Global Green Economy

01.10.2025 5

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In Pics: Meet the Families Who Keep Chennai’s Colourful Navratri Golu Doll Tradition Alive

29.09.2025 8

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Finally, Honest Talk About Sex & Contraception — From the Viral Doctor Giving You the Facts You Need

26.09.2025 3

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How an Army Doctor Dad in the 1980s Helped His Daughter Face Her First Period With Confidence

26.09.2025 5

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When Floods Strike, Where Do Pets Go? Wayanad Leads With India’s First Animal Evacuation Hub

19.09.2025 10

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How One Man Took Dahibara From Odisha’s Streets to a Rs 1.8 Cr Multi-City Food Chain

18.09.2025 5

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How A Rail Coach Factory Owner Built 100 Boats in a Week to Rescue Punjab Flood Victims

10.09.2025 10

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Inside the Delhi Cafe Where 2 Dog Lovers Turned 5500 Kg of Leftovers Into Hope for Strays

Since November 2024, Delhi Cafe Heights and the Neighbourhood Woofs have turned 5,500 kg of leftover food from its Red Fort outlet to feed hundreds of...

03.09.2025 20

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Between Edits, Treats & Belly Rubs: Meet the TBI Dogs Who Double up as the Best Co-Workers

From treat thieves and couch kings to coffee lovers and loyal companions, meet the furry colleagues who turn TBI’s workdays into moments of joy.

26.08.2025 9

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3 Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idols You Can Make at Home With Your Kids

This Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrate with joy while caring for the planet. From clay and turmeric to colourful paper folds, families — especially...

26.08.2025 10

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Nominees Announced! Meet 5 ‘Creators for Good’ Using Online Content To Drive Offline Change in India

From food labels and farming to sexual health, composting, and civic action — meet the five digital creators nominated for Optum Presents The Better...

25.08.2025 4

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Tomatoes to Dragon Fruit: This 74-YO’s 1000+ Plant Terrace Garden in Bengaluru Feeds Her Family

From jasmine and dragon fruit to tomatoes and ash gourd, Mala Raghavan’s rooftop garden not only feeds her family but also fills her life with...

14.08.2025 20

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We Asked Parents: ‘What’s One 90s Monsoon Memory You’re Recreating With Your Kids Today?’

For many of us, the monsoon isn’t just a season — it’s a feeling. In this heartwarming piece, four parents from across India share the childhood...

09.08.2025 5

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Pune Man Turns Parking Lot Into Free Nursery; Plants 1 Lakh+ Saplings in 25 Years

What began as a small act inspired by a neighbour became a 25-year-long green movement. With no funds or land, Bholewar Palange has grown and donated...

07.08.2025 10

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Pune Man Turns Parking Lot Into Free Nursery; Plants 1 Lakh+ Saplings in 25 Years

What began as a small act inspired by a neighbour became a 25-year-long green movement. With no funds or land, Bholewar Palange has grown and donated...

06.08.2025 10

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One Rescued a Child Bride; Another Fought Caste Bias; All 3 Women Sarpanches Changed Villages

Meet three women sarpanches from Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh who are transforming rural India. One rescued a child bride. One broke caste barriers....

01.08.2025 20

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Meet the Inspiring 65-YO Who Wakes at Dawn To Sell Homemade Fruit Cream on a Mohali Footpath

Ranbir Kaur starts her mornings at 5 to sell homemade fruit cream. Locals know her as ‘Aunty Ji’— a name now going viral.

30.07.2025 9

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5 Things Breastfeeding Mothers Wish People Would Stop Saying

New mothers often face unsolicited and hurtful comments about breastfeeding that can affect their confidence and emotional well-being. Here, we...

29.07.2025 20

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The World’s Largest Solar Kitchen Cooks 50,000 Meals a Day in Rajasthan

At the Brahma Kumaris’ Shantivan Complex, 84 giant reflectors harness the sun to produce thousands of meals daily — fuel-free, emission-free, and...

18.07.2025 8

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2 Sisters Turned Their Lived Experience Into a Sustainable Babywear Brand Rooted in Tradition & Care

What started as a conversation between two sisters—about disability, design, and what childhood feels like—soon became a babywear brand. One that...

18.07.2025 2

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For Just Rs 20, This Udupi Nursery Is Helping Locals Grow Mini Forests

Every monsoon, a government-run nursery in Udupi, Karnataka, offers indigenous saplings for as little as Rs 20, encouraging locals to grow native...

16.07.2025 5

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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...

06.07.2025 30

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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...

03.07.2025 9

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How a Scientist Is Growing Bamboo Forests To Heal Maharashtra’s Villages Choked by Toxic Ash

In Maharashtra’s Vidarbha, fly ash had turned fertile lands into grey, lifeless zones. But one scientist is leading a revolution using bamboo and...

01.07.2025 20

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How a Mangaluru Trans Woman Went From Begging on the Streets To Owning Autos & Becoming a Gym Trainer

Bullied, rejected, and denied basic rights — Ani Mangaluru rose from the streets to become a gym trainer, actor, and auto-owner supporting her...

01.07.2025 10

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How This Tamil Nadu City Recycles 130 Million Litres of Water Daily

Once infamous for pollution, Tiruppur’s textile industry is now a model for water recycling and sustainability using Zero Liquid Discharge systems.

27.06.2025 10

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PM-Kisan 20th Instalment: How Farmers Can Register & Complete e-KYC to Get Rs 2,000

With the 20th PM-Kisan installment expected by June-end, here’s a simple guide for farmers to register, update e-KYC, and ensure timely payment.

20.06.2025 20

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6 Honest Queer Stories in Indian Cinema You’ll Actually Want to Watch

Explore how Indian films and web series have evolved to portray LGBTQ stories with dignity, complexity, and authenticity.

04.06.2025 10

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Meet The Parents Who Gave Up Everything to Raise Chess Star D Gukesh

Gukesh’s father left behind his career as an ENT surgeon, and his mother was the sole breadwinner — how Rajinikanth and Padma Kumari supported...

03.06.2025 30

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68-YO Bengaluru Woman Completes 49 Treks, Including Everest Base Camp

Starting her trekking journey at 65, mental health counsellor Pushpa Prakash proves it’s never too late to chase adventure and redefine life after 60.

29.05.2025 3

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‘Only My Husband Asked If I Was Okay’: New Moms Share How Postpartum Support Helped Them Heal

Between C-sections, breastfeeding challenges, and emotional trauma, these women found strength in their support systems — from a husband who asked...

28.05.2025 3

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This Startup’s Eco-Friendly Games Are Teaching Kids to Fall In Love With Indian Culture

Chennai entrepreneur Charanya Kumar started Chittam to help children connect with Indian culture through games. Today, her eco-friendly,...

19.05.2025 3

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This Pune Man Grew Flowers in His Small Balcony With Little Sunlight — Here’s How

With just a few hours of sunlight and a small 20x10 ft balcony, Pune’s Gautam Doshi built a thriving garden using shade-loving plants and smart...

17.05.2025 70

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This Simple Food Delivery Choice Is Cutting Plastic Waste Across 400 Cities

India’s food delivery boom has come at an environmental cost — plastic containers that rarely get recycled. Now, Zomato is helping over 200...

16.05.2025 3

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What’s the Easiest Way to Cut Plastic Waste While Travelling? 6 Eco-Friendly Ideas

As travel picks up, so does waste—but it doesn’t have to. With a few thoughtful swaps, you can reduce your plastic footprint without compromising...

15.05.2025 10

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What Hasn’t Changed About Motherhood: Sleepless Nights, Selfless Love & Voices From Across Generations

Over the decades, moms have carried an invisible mental load that’s shaped their lives in powerful ways. From the 80s to now, the role of motherhood...

13.05.2025 9

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How to Talk to Children About War: Addressing Anxiety Amidst the India-Pakistan Tensions

In uncertain times, children look to their parents for reassurance. We spoke to an expert to understand how to talk to children about sensitive topics...

10.05.2025 40

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This Kerala Startup Is Creating Biodegradable Bottles That Disappear in Just 3 Months!

Brainchild of Pradeep Kokkat and Ali Asgar from Kerala, ‘Green Bio’ has redefined eco-friendly packaging. These bottles only leave behind water,...

06.05.2025 6

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Why This Man Is Relocating Thousands of Bees to Farms — & What It Has To Do With Your Next Meal

As bee populations dwindle due to pesticides and habitat loss, farms are facing a silent crisis in pollination. In response, Amit Godse, a former...

21.04.2025 50

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Started 24 Yrs Ago With No Plan, This 78-YO’s Babywear Venture Is a Lesson in Doing What You Love

From baby towels to nappies, 78-year-old Krishnaveni Bangara stitches everything a newborn needs with care and love. Her business, Kitty’s Care,...

17.04.2025 8

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Behind the Viral Delhi Professor Video: What’s the Science of Cow Dung & Cooling?

A viral video from Delhi University shows a professor applying cow dung to walls for cooling. But is there science behind this age-old practice?...

15.04.2025 20

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Vet-Approved Summer Care Tips Every Pet Parent Should Know

Your pet may not say it, but summer’s heat can be tough on them. These easy, daily tips — from hydration hacks to cooling routines — can make...

10.04.2025 10

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Ghibli AI Art Is Viral, But Can You Recognise These Stunning Indian Art Styles?

Ghibli-style AI art is flooding social media, catching the attention of many. Beyond this trend, India’s traditional art forms—Madhubani,...

31.03.2025 10

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