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How Volunteers from 50 Countries Transformed 70 Acres of Arid Land into a Lush Forest in Puducherry

By Catherine Gilon

We have seen signs of it everywhere. Our ponds have dried up, native birds and insects have become extinct, parks have made way for IT Parks. Yet we live like there’s no tomorrow. Well, this group of nameless volunteers has taken it upon themselves to script a different future for our children. Their amazing tale will show you how nature can work wonders when you choose to work with her.

IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD: This Young Pakistani Shows Us How Sports Can Change What Presidents Could Not

By Catherine Gilon

Pakistan's top tennis player is more than just a sports hero. Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi has looked beyond national borders and religious barriers by pairing up with Israeli Amir Hadad and Indian Rohan Bopanna. Off court, he has promoted peace through his organisation and book, 'Stop war, Start Tennis'. He has actively promoted wheelchair tennis for victims of war conflicts. The Better India catches up with the spirited young player and UNDP goodwill ambassador in the first of a series of stories that will help us to know The Better Pakistan.