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Walking-tour curator Arun Pai demonstrates how quickly bulky waste like sofas and mattresses can be dismantled — and why this small step could declutter Bengaluru’s streets for good.

A drain once ignored by the city now flows past trees, walkways, and open spaces filled with people. The story of its revival shows how a neighbourhood reclaimed what it had nearly lost and shaped a greener future together.

After a frightening incident seven years ago, Bengaluru-based artist Indu Antony began working with Anganwadi women, local residents and community groups to fix street lights, reopen unsafe lanes and create spaces where women can rest, gather and feel safe in their own neighbourhoods.

Born during World War II due to a rice shortage, this Bengaluru invention by MTR became one of India's most loved breakfast dishes. Learn its history and how it evolved into a culinary classic.

For over 20 years, Pragathi Charitable Trust has been a beacon for school dropouts and child labourers. Now, they need your help to keep their doors open.

Experience the perfect blend of adventure and peace in Kabini. Ideal for couples seeking a budget-friendly escape from Bengaluru, enjoy guided safaris, riverside boat rides, and charming stays surrounded by nature, without breaking the bank.

Sumesh and Meethu Nayak have turned their 1500 sq ft Bengaluru home into a lush urban jungle with over 2000 plants, 49 bird species, and butterflies, using only compost. Their green oasis proves that sustainable living is possible right in the heart of the city.

Five students from Bengaluru’s government schools, children of housekeepers and technicians, built a robot in their classroom. Now, they’re representing India at the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge in Panama — proving brilliance has no postcode.

From folding paper spirals as a child to crafting Guinness Record sculptures from steel, Bengaluru’s Kalyan Rathore is redefining art through the beauty of mathematics. His stunning works prove that equations, too, can breathe and move like art.

Amid India’s growing water crisis, meet five inspiring water warriors who are restoring ponds, building check dams, and bringing clean water to millions. This September, The Better India Showcase 2025 is honouring their impact.