Deep in the dense forests and remote hamlets of Odisha’s Malkangiri district in India, guided by the timeless Ayurvedic principle that service to humanity is worship, Dr. Shakti Prasad Mishra traverses unmotorable…
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Harakchand Sawla: Charity begins on the footpath
Deeply moved by the quiet desperation of impoverished families waiting outside Mumbai’s Tata Memorial Hospital, Harakchand Sawla made an extraordinary sacrifice: he rented out his own thriving business to fund hot meals…
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Life is baeutiful
Long before we master grammar or spelling, we learn whether our voice matters. Recalling a kindergarten teacher who withheld her red pen so a young writer’s spirit could flourish, this reflective piece…
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Don’t be afraid to make mistakes
When fear of failure is replaced by curiosity, mistakes transform from moments of shame into the foundational steps of discovery and lifelong creativity. “This story is about a famous research scientist who…
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World’s ‘poorest’ ex-president Mujica turns down pension
In an era where political office often comes with lifelong privileges, executive suites, and lucrative post-government pensions, former Uruguayan President José Mujica lived by a radically different code. From donating the majority…
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India plants 66 million trees in 12 hours as part of record-breaking environmental campaign
To honor its commitments under the Paris Climate Agreement, India mobilised over 1.5 million volunteers in Madhya Pradesh to plant more than 66 million saplings along the Narmada River basin in just…
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World is getting greener, India and China leading efforts: NASA study
Satellite data from a landmark NASA study revealed that the Earth became significantly greener over two decades, driven unexpectedly by human land management in China and India. Together, both nations accounted for…
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Parrikar on importance of education
A simple agricultural practice in a Goan village offers a profound metaphor for the quiet deterioration of human capability when long-term value is sacrificed for immediate gain. Recounted by the former Chief…
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Nothing is written unless they write it
Courage and conviction defy destiny, proving that human destiny is shaped not by fate, but by the strength of purpose and selfless action. “My all-time favourite film is ‘Lawrence Of Arabia’ and,…
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Couple’s library ‘start-up’ gives free books to kids in 4 States
True philanthropy transforms personal empathy into collective infrastructure, proving that education flourishes when communities open both their hearts and their doors to the hungry minds of the next generation. In the past…
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Jalabandhu
Debasis Mondal’s bright orange vest signifies the important role he plays in communities in his region of India. He’s a Jalabandhu – a “Water-Friend.” The Jalabandhu are hand-pump mechanics, and they are responsible for making sure…
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The elephants knew
Lawrence Anthony, a legend in South Africa and author of three books, including the bestseller, The Elephant Whisperer, bravely rescued wildlife and rehabilitated elephants all over the globe from human atrocities, including…