sustainable living India

In search of a balanced lifestyle and a deeper connection with nature, the couple settled in Badnagar, a small village in Madhya Pradesh, and began their journey towards sustainability by establishing a farm called ‘Jeevantika’.

Many communities in India live in harmony with wildlife, driven by tradition, spirituality, and deep-rooted respect for nature. These stories prove that peaceful coexistence isn’t just possible — it’s already a lived reality.

Indian homes are turning to simple, affordable rainwater harvesting ideas—from matka filters to soak pits—to save water and build resilience, one drop at a time.

How did people in India keep their homes cool during scorching summers — long before electricity? There’s a centuries-old design hidden in plain sight that might hold the secret. It’s smart, simple, and surprisingly relevant for modern homes facing rising heat today. Here’s why we should be paying attention.

After starting with just five pots in 2019, Ludhiana’s Ravneet Kaur now grows over 200 plants — fruits, vegetables and flowers — on her 2,000 sq ft terrace.

With just a few hours of sunlight and a small 20x10 ft balcony, Pune’s Gautam Doshi built a thriving garden using shade-loving plants and smart gardening tricks.

In Surat, entrepreneur Nishit Nitin Kapadia turned his city home into a green sanctuary with over 800 plants, 25 bird species, and a naturally cooler microclimate.