climate change

Darlapudi Ravi was an assistant general manager at a cement industry when he realised how modern dietary practices lead to a variety of diseases. Here's how this realisation motivated him to build a seed bank.

Can conversations save coasts? In Odisha’s villages, Climate Panchayats bring 10,000 villagers and experts together to tackle cyclones, mangrove loss, and fragile livelihoods.

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

In Uda Majhlitand, Jharkhand, Mahua was once a symbol of liquor and conflict. Today, it powers laddus, pickles, and prosperity. The village embraced self-governance through Gram Sabhas, transforming livelihoods, reviving unity, and creating opportunities their children once only dreamed of.

As Dehradun battles rising temperatures and shrinking green spaces, students, volunteers, and everyday citizens are stepping up. From peaceful protests to riverside clean-ups, their collective action is reshaping how the city protects its forests, trees, and public spaces. This is the story of how civic movements are rewriting Dehradun’s future.

Each year, Mumbai faces intense flooding during the monsoon. What are the underlying causes, and why do the same issues persist? This piece unpacks the combination of natural, structural, and climate-related elements contributing to the crisis, and examines possible solutions.

Aayan Chopra, a 17-year-old student from Gurugram, is trying to help rural India move away from diesel. Through his initiative Project Surya Chakra, he’s replacing noisy, polluting chakki motors with clean solar power, saving workers money, reducing emissions, and restoring peace in their homes.

India’s groundbreaking rice innovation is changing the way we think about farming. With higher yields and reduced water use, this genome-edited crop could transform agriculture for good.

India's coastlines hold immense potential for seaweed farming. Here’s how cultivating this 'blue carbon' resource can help protect our coasts, create jobs, and combat climate change.

Dr Priyadarshini Karve transforms agricultural waste into sustainable biochar, boosting soil fertility and reducing carbon emissions for a healthier planet.