Vidya Gowri Venkatesh

In disaster-prone Wayanad, a shelter is making sure no family has to choose between their own safety and the lives of their animals.

Started with just Rs 15000 in Odisha, Dahibara Express now pulls in Rs 1.8 crore, with 12 outlets across India and international expansion underway. Read how authenticity, flavour & franchise model fuelled its journey

World Bamboo Day: Meet Dr Lal Singh, the CSIR scientist using bamboo to revive fly ash–polluted lands, restore water, and transform livelihoods in Maharashtra villages.

When floods devastated Punjab, businessman Pritpal Singh Hanspal transformed his rail coach factory into a boat-making unit. In just a week, he built 100 lifeboats that are rescuing stranded families and carrying relief supplies across villages.

Since November 2024, Cafe Delhi Heights and the Neighbourhood Woofs have turned 5,500 kg of leftover food from its Red Fort outlet to feed hundreds of dogs across the city. At the heart of the initiative is Shirin Batra and Ayesha Christina Benn, who are dog lovers and social 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.

This Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrate with joy while caring for the planet. From clay and turmeric to colourful paper folds, families — especially children — can create their own eco-friendly Ganapati idols at home. Here are some fun, simple, and sustainable ideas to try.

From food labels and farming to sexual health, composting, and civic action — meet the five digital creators nominated for Optum Presents The Better India Showcase, supported by M3M Foundation, for proving that online content can spark lasting offline impact.

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 purpose and peace. Here’s how she did it and you can do it too!

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 rainy-day memories they hope to relive with their own children.