Vidya Gowri Venkatesh

What began as a small act inspired by a neighbour became a 25-year-long green movement. With no funds or land, Bholeshwar Palange has grown and donated over 1 lakh saplings — turning a parking lot into a thriving nursery and involving his entire family in the mission.

Every morning in Goa, local bakers rise early to bake breads that have fed generations. From crusty Undo to soft Poie, these are more than food—they’re a slice of the state’s history.

Meet three women sarpanches from Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh who are transforming rural India. One rescued a child bride. One broke caste barriers. One led menstrual health drives. Together, they show how women-led governance brings dignity, inclusion, and bold change where it’s needed most—at the heart of India’s villages.

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

New mothers often face unsolicited and hurtful comments about breastfeeding that can affect their confidence and emotional well-being. Here, we highlight common remarks to avoid, share expert advice from a paediatrician, and offer supportive affirmations every breastfeeding mother deserves to hear.

From science shows to solo travel meetups, explore these top events happening across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai and Bhopal this weekend (24–27 July, 2025).

What started as a conversation between two sisters—about disability, design, and what childhood feels like—soon became a babywear brand. One that partners with artisans, writes poems into fabric, and makes space for softness in a fast-moving world. It’s less about trends, more about tenderness.

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

Every monsoon, a government-run nursery in Udupi, Karnataka, offers indigenous saplings for as little as Rs 20, encouraging locals to grow native forests on their land. Here’s how Siva Sankar and his team at Magadha Vana used this initiative to transform their farm.

In light of the tragic suicide in Tamil Nadu, here’s a guide every woman must know — from legal steps to helplines, and where to find real support.