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How 64 Families in Tripura Came Together To Build India’s First Bio-Village

How 64 Families in Tripura Came Together To Build India’s First Bio-Village

The interviews and reporting for this story were conducted December 2024. In the Sepahijala district of Tripura, a small village of just 64 families has become a shining example of how a small community can take charge to become self-sustaining, eco-friendly, and economically empowered.  Known as India’s first self-sustaining bio-village, Daspara’s transformation began with the […]

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India’s Biggest Celebration Of Changemakers Is Finally Here

India’s Biggest Celebration Of Changemakers Is Finally Here

#thebetterindia We are coming together for India’s largest celebration of real-life heroes – TBI Showcase, presented by Optum and supported by M3M Foundation. We’ll be honouring nine phenomenal forces of change. These are the teachers, the water warriors, the green innovators, and the community builders who are writing a new future for India, one solution

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How an IFS Officer’s Sericulture Push Transformed 100+ Farmers’ Livelihoods

How an IFS Officer’s Sericulture Push Transformed 100+ Farmers’ Livelihoods

On a warm March afternoon in Durang Khad village, 45-year-old Sushila Devi adjusts the sericulture trays stacked neatly inside her rearing shed. Tiny silkworms writhe across freshly plucked mulberry leaves, a scene that fills her with quiet pride. “Earlier, I barely earned anything. Today, because of this project, I can finally say my hard work

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Real heroes don’t chase the spotlight—they build it.

Real heroes don’t chase the spotlight—they build it.

#thebetterindia Real heroes don’t chase the spotlight—they build it.🌱 From dusty villages to bustling towns, they turn deserts green, light up classrooms, and spark revolutions of kindness.🚲📚 💙No blue ticks, no red carpets—just grit, dreams, and a million unspoken thank-yous. 🌟While the world scrolls past, we turn up the volume on their fight.On September 18,

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How Akvo Is Solving India’s Water Crisis by Creating Drinking Water from Air

How Akvo Is Solving India’s Water Crisis by Creating Drinking Water from Air

In India’s rapidly growing cities, water scarcity is no longer a future threat; it is a daily struggle. Bengaluru’s borewells are running dry, Chennai has faced “Day Zero” scenarios, and even Mumbai and Kolkata are starting to feel the pressure. Despite increasing awareness, the crisis often feels distant until it shows up at the tap.

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India’s Biggest Celebration Of Changemakers Is Finally Here

Ep 2 | Watt’s Next: Could AI Power a Just Energy Transition in India?

As the world races toward a sustainable future, artificial intelligence is emerging as a game-changer in how we generate, distribute, and consume energy. But big questions remain: – Can AI truly revolutionise renewable energy systems?– How do we integrate AI into legacy infrastructures?– What ethical and environmental challenges lie ahead? In this episode, experts Rishu

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Farmers Share Step-by-Step Guide to Start With Rs 5000

Farmers Share Step-by-Step Guide to Start With Rs 5000

Beekeeping is making a robust comeback as a sustainable and profitable venture. For farmers and urban dwellers alike, beekeeping offers more than just honey. It promises a sustainable livelihood, enriches biodiversity, and strengthens food security. Unlike conventional crops, beekeeping requires a one-time investment, and you’d be able to recover the investment within a year! If

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