Conservation

While showing pride in being an Indian, how many of us realize that preserving our country’s heritage and culture is also our responsibility? Vivek Modi has run from pillar to post to preserve the Bohri houses in Gujarat, a one-of-its kind architecture, from being demolished by the ‘increasing urbanization mania’. This article is an inspiring account of Vivek, an engineer by profession, who is doing his bit his way to preserve the heritage of Gujarat.

Shubhendu Sharma left his high paying job as an engineer to plant trees for the rest of his life. Using the unique Miyawaki methodology to grow saplings, Afforestt converts any land into a self-sustainable forest in a couple of years. He has successfully created 33 forests across India in two years. Here's how he made it possible.

A unique library project in the Pench tiger reserve is hoping to help the cause of nature and wildlife conservation by raising the literacy and awareness levels of the children in the community.

The interesting story of Ananthapura Temple, the only lake temple in Kerala, which is believed to be guarded by a 'divine' crocodile. The original idols in the premises were not made of metal or stone, but of a unique mixture of more than 70 medicinal materials. Read more about the interesting history of this temple.

Jadav "Molai" Payeng started planting bamboo saplings when he was 16 years old. Today he is 47 and lives in his own forest with tigers, rhinos and elephants!

We all know about the famous monuments of India. But, there is much more to the heritage, unexplored and unknown. Lets talk about lesser known heritage sites of India and the story behind them. Explore Rasmancha, the oldest brick temple and the only temple of its kind in the whole country.

We all love hearing stories but a story teller has a lot on his mind. From engaging the audience, to coming up with interesting twists and being spontaneous, a story teller has to deal with a lot of aspects and here is how he cracks it. Read this story of a young story teller.

Watch him speak about climate change and how we too can reduce our dependency on conventional sources of energy.

Read how one man's vision and perseverance led to the creation on India's only man-made sanctuary. It took 15 years of convincing villagers and enlisting their participation, but the beautiful forest is now replete with fauna and flora. Although the man is no longer among us, his legacy still exists for all to see, appreciate and enjoy. Truly, a life well spent!

A wonderful bunch of good samaritans have come together to help the Toto tribe get quality education for their children and preserve their rich linguistic traditions. Read more about the great effort and how you can help run the school for a year!