MGR is possibly the most iconic leader in Tamil Nadu’s history. His fame was helped in great part thanks to his introduction of the Midday Nutritious Meal Scheme in the early 1980s.
Population Foundation of India (PFI) used a television soap opera as a vehicle to raise awareness on vital gender issues, question patriarchial gender norms, and change attitudes among India’s rural poor. Poonam Muttreja, Executive Director of PFI explains how and why they did so.
Because it is not "common" does not mean it should be condemned. India is a developing country and progressive laws will boost the growth and development.
What keeps her going is an interest in her work, a desire to contribute to the household expenses and a passion to see her son educated and well-settled in life.
The indigenous Dongria Kondh community in Odisha is helping to restore the popularity of native varieties of millets that can grow in drought. Manipadma Jena takes a closer look.