A political movement with an unusual name is gaining national attention in India. What began as an online joke has transformed into large street protests, with thousands of young people rallying behind the newly formed Cockroach Janta Party. Supporters say the movement is giving a voice to a generation frustrated ...
Every morning across India, millions of people bring fresh flowers like marigolds, roses, jasmine, and lotus blossoms to temples as offerings of love, gratitude, and devotion. These flowers hold deep spiritual meaning, but what happens after the prayers are over? According to a United Nations report, an estimated eight million ...
The Amla berry, also called the Indian gooseberry, holds the title of the highest antioxidant food in the world, surpassing all other fruits, vegetables, and teas. Native to subtropical Southeast Asia, the Amla tree can grow up to 60 feet tall on mountainous hillsides. This light-green berry is 50 times ...
In drought-stricken southern India, innovative water dispensing machines are providing a lifeline for communities. For under 10 U.S. cents, locals can swipe a card and receive 20 liters of clean drinking water. These machines, known as iJal or "my water stations," are being set up by local entrepreneurs, many of ...
A group of young Architects and designers in Naggar, India, is dedicated to reviving and preserving traditional artisan skills used in constructing durable houses. For centuries, builders in the mountainous Himalayan region have relied on locally sourced materials like wood, stone, mud, and slate, creating homes that still stand today. ...
In the Kashmir Valley, along the India-Pakistan border, entrepreneurs and artisans are reviving traditional crafts and bringing economic development to the region. The "Commitment to Kashmir" organization is driving this revival by nurturing craft businesses to create sustainable livelihoods, save intergenerational skills, and help ensure stability and peace. Since 2012, ...
