Visual Stories

From Bengal’s Baluchari to Tamil Nadu’s Kanjivaram, every Indian handloom saree carries its region’s story — woven with motifs of faith, art, memory, and tradition.

Two Pune doctors left their city to start MASUM — a movement that has empowered over 10,000 rural women to understand their bodies and access reproductive healthcare.

Step off the tourist trail to 7 hidden waterfalls in India, reached by treks, temples, and forest paths, offering peace, beauty and solitude.

Once abundant across India, vultures — nature’s cleanup crew — now face extinction, with four of nine species critically endangered.

Rock bees, known for building massive hives on cliffs and tall trees, are vital pollinators and honey producers in the wild.

From heartfelt speeches to applause, Optum presents The Better India Showcase, supported by M3M Foundation, moved India as leaders and changemakers celebrated real impact.

Started in 1953, Elloras has lived on Dehradun’s Rajpur Road for so long it's become one with the landscape. It serves stick jaws, plum cakes, and more.

In 2009, auto driver D. Joseph’s quick thinking exposed a child trafficking racket in Tamil Nadu, helping police rescue 12 stolen babies and reunite them with their families.

Rhizophora mangroves shield India’s shores, but face growing threats. Here’s how these coastal guardians sustain life and why their survival is critical.

Chef Vikas Khanna’s latest venture, 'Bungalow' in New York, celebrates Indian street food and culture. Here’s how it’s keeping the festivities alive.