Raajwrita Dutta

Monsoon is not just for chai and cosy corners, it’s the perfect time to grow herbs like coriander, mint, tulsi, and more on your balcony. This guide walks you through simple growing methods, care tips, and how to make the most of the rainy season in even the smallest of spaces.

HERB HEAVEN, led by the Mir family in Pampore, Kashmir, is taking the region’s prized saffron to the world. By blending tradition with modern methods, they empower local women artisans, providing stable jobs and preserving Kashmir’s cultural heritage through sustainable farming and quality products.

Turn the monsoon season into a time of abundance with this practical guide to growing tropical fruits. Explore how to plant and care for fruits like banana and papaya, using the rain’s natural rhythm to boost growth and yield a healthy home harvest.

Teach your kids these 6 beautiful and sustainable family crafts that turn household waste into meaningful creations — from banana fibre beads to saree rugs and seed balls.

Faced with crop spoilage in his village, 26-year-old Swuyievezo Dzudo used his science background to build a solar dryer that costs Rs 7,000. Now used by over 500 farmers in Nagaland, his invention is saving crops, boosting incomes, and earning national recognition.

India's tiny mammals may be hidden, but their role in protecting nature and supporting agriculture is huge and necessary for healthy ecosystems.

At 23, Abhishek Reddy left a Rs 1.5 crore job to build a farm in search of peace. His journey from burnout to permaculture taught him that true fulfillment lies not just in nature, but in community. Now in Manali, he’s ready to begin again — with intention and belonging.

From saving rainwater to planting native trees, here’s how children can become eco-champions during the rainy season — right from their homes.

Darjeeling's Padmaja Naidu Zoo is India's first frozen zoo, using cutting-edge science to save endangered red pandas and protect Himalayan wildlife.

At 27, Nishtha Chauhan left engineering to launch a zero-waste café in Gujarat that now earns Rs 12 lakh a month. But it’s more than a business — through millet meals and workshops, she’s teaching over 2,000 children to eat mindfully and helping reduce 47 tonnes of plastic and carbon waste yearly.