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September is the ideal time to sow cool-season vegetables, herbs, and flowers. From spinach and broad beans to coriander and pansies, know what to plant now for a flourishing autumn and winter garden. Follow these tips on soil preparation, watering, and pest protection for a vibrant and productive outdoor space.

Across India, citizens are joining hands to revive lakes and rivers. From Chennai to Coimbatore, these people-led movements show how communities can solve the water crisis.

From a rundown house in Barkuli village to a thriving entrepreneur, Gyanlata Hemrom’s life was transformed by regenerative farming and PRADAN’s support. By running a bio-resource centre, she helps hundreds of farmers adopt eco-friendly practices while building a secure future for her own family.

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.

Despite facing prejudice and being the only woman among 20 men onboard, Romeeta rose from ETO cadet to senior roles on global vessels—and now inspires future women seafarers.

UPSC failures pushed Aryendra Kumar to the edge, but journaling, small wins, and meditation helped him find balance. His journey from despair to IPS is a reminder that mental health matters as much as hard work.

To tackle the growing problem of plastic pollution, architect Vinu Daniel designed a circular house with its exterior wall made of earth blocks, Mangalore tiles, and 6,200 discarded toys.

Mirba, a 1,000-year-old Monpa village in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, has been declared a Heritage Village for its timeless architecture and way of life. Built with stone, wood, and mud, its houses have stood strong for centuries, reflecting a legacy of sustainability and tradition.

It took days of waiting by a frozen lake in Russia, but for 14-year-old Kesshav Vikram from Coimbatore, one perfect click of a bear and a gull has carried his vision to London’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025.

On World Suicide Prevention Day, Dr Aninda Sidhana offers a toolkit for families, educators, and peers on how to help a youth in India who is silently battling fears, hopelessness, and pressures.