Puri

From chaat to payasam, discover the diverse ways India transforms the humble sweet potato into culinary delights!

A sweet believed to have been loved by Mauryan emperors and served to Gautam Buddha, Bihar's famed Silao Khaja belongs to a small village near Nalanda. The GI-tagged sweet is also a must-try food in Odisha's Jagannath Puri.

Starting a month-long drive on September 27, the youngsters collected waste reaching Indian shores from countries like Sri Lanka, South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia

Started from Jinisha Jain’s home kitchen with an investment of Rs 7000, Zaika Tiffin Service has now served more than 1500 meals over two years.

"Back in 1999, we had nothing. There was not a single cyclone shelter. We were bereft of communication systems. People did not when and where the cyclone would hit. We have come a long way since," says Special Relief Commissioner Bishnupada Sethi.

From scientists to entrepreneurs to retired government employees working to make the state better -- we bring you such inspirational tales.

The brake system that was earlier in place consisted of a wooden log which sits in front of the wheels of the Ratha.

The Irrawaddy dolphin is native to Southeast Asia but has increasingly come under threat due to tourism and related activities. However, initiatives to conserve the species has helped reduce the effects of human activity.

"My art is my tool to bring about a change in society"

Amidst the plethora of film festivals in India, some offer a unique insight into the world of cinema- by focusing on specific themes, or by catering to a niche audience. Here is a list of seven such film festivals that need to be on any film buff’s ‘must-visit’ list!