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Arunachal Pradesh Creator Geni Kamki Goes Viral with Dance
VideosJul 10

Arunachal Pradesh Creator Geni Kamki Goes Viral with Dance

Armed with just a smartphone and a hostel room, Geni Kamki turned her passion for dance and comedy into millions of followers. Her journey from a small village in Arunachal Pradesh proves that consistency beats perfection every time.

The Better India2 min read
27 Villages in Arunachal Pradesh Go Zero-Waste
Videos1h ago

27 Villages in Arunachal Pradesh Go Zero-Waste

In the Himalayas, 6,000 residents sort their trash into 22 categories every Sunday and send it to recycling centers. What started in one village in 2020 has now recovered 90 tonnes of waste across 27 communities.

The Better India2 min read
India's First River Energy Plant Launches in Arunachal
Planet WinsJul 15

India's First River Energy Plant Launches in Arunachal

A groundbreaking clean energy project in Arunachal Pradesh will generate electricity from flowing river water without dams or major construction. Norway is partnering with India to test technology that could bring power to remote Himalayan communities.

Google News - Norway Green Energy2 min read
Victoria Taying: Arunachal's First Trans Beauty Queen
VideosJul 23

Victoria Taying: Arunachal's First Trans Beauty Queen

Orphaned young and mocked for her identity, Victoria Taying stitched her own pageant outfits from curtains and became Arunachal Pradesh's first transgender beauty queen. Her journey from hiding in shame to shining on India's biggest stages shows how courage creates space for others to be themselves.

The Better India2 min read
Arunachal's Hidden Lake Becomes India's 101st Ramsar Site
Planet WinsAug 14

Arunachal's Hidden Lake Becomes India's 101st Ramsar Site

A remote Himalayan lake cradled by mountains has just earned global recognition as a vital wetland ecosystem. Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh became the state's first Ramsar Site, protecting a biodiversity hotspot few people even knew existed.

The Better India3 min read
Blind Musician from Arunachal Performs with Rapper Raftaar
VideosAug 5

Blind Musician from Arunachal Performs with Rapper Raftaar

A visually impaired musician from a remote Arunachal Pradesh village taught himself music through YouTube and landed on stage with rapper Raftaar. One viral Instagram reel changed everything for this self-taught artist who refused to let his circumstances define his future.

The Better India2 min read
Arunachal Woman Defeats Unbeaten Russian for MMA Title
VideosMay 23

Arunachal Woman Defeats Unbeaten Russian for MMA Title

Sonam Zomba from a remote Arunachal Pradesh village just became India's MFN Strawweight Champion by defeating Russia's undefeated fighter Anna Safeeva. The fighter known as "Iron Fist" battled through injuries, stereotypes, and endless doubt to prove that grit beats fear every time.

The Better India2 min read
Ghana Names Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings Environment Minister
Community HeroesAug 29

Ghana Names Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings Environment Minister

Ghana's Parliament has approved Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as the nation's new Minister for Environment, Science and Technology. The medical doctor turned parliamentarian brings continental leadership experience to tackle critical environmental challenges.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
India's 101st Ramsar Wetland Shows Why Every Lake Matters
Planet WinsAug 26

India's 101st Ramsar Wetland Shows Why Every Lake Matters

A sacred lake in Arunachal Pradesh just became India's 101st protected wetland, but scientists say thousands of other vital water bodies deserve protection too. The designation highlights how we decide which nature gets saved.

The Better India2 min read
Arunachal Actress Deepa Nabam Breaks Stereotypes on Screen
VideosMar 20

Arunachal Actress Deepa Nabam Breaks Stereotypes on Screen

An actress from Arunachal Pradesh faced constant rejection for not "looking the part" but turned those same features into her breakthrough. Deepa Nabam's journey from a small northeastern town to starring in the hit series Aspirants proves representation changes everything.

The Better India2 min read
Remote Village Turns Polluted Paradise Into Model of Clean Living
VideosJan 25

Remote Village Turns Polluted Paradise Into Model of Clean Living

A remote mountain village in Arunachal Pradesh transformed itself from polluted to pristine through community effort alone. Sangti now stands as a global example of grassroots waste management and collective action.

The Better India2 min read
India's Andhra Pradesh Gets 750 Electric Buses in 2026
Planet WinsMay 29

India's Andhra Pradesh Gets 750 Electric Buses in 2026

Andhra Pradesh is rolling out 750 electric buses across 11 cities by the end of 2026, bringing clean air and modern transit to millions. The Prime Minister's Electric Bus Sewa scheme will transform how residents travel while slashing urban pollution.

The Hindu2 min read
Norway Partners With India for First River Energy Plant
Planet WinsJul 15

Norway Partners With India for First River Energy Plant

India's first river kinetic energy plant is coming to Arunachal Pradesh, turning flowing water into clean electricity without building dams. A Norwegian clean energy company will demonstrate technology that could unlock 58,000 MW of untapped renewable potential.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Largest Wolf Population Thrives in Madhya Pradesh
Planet Wins5d ago

India's Largest Wolf Population Thrives in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is home to 772 Indian wolves, the highest population in the country, thanks to its vast grasslands and scrubland. Now researchers are studying how these ancient predators can share landscapes with returning tigers.

The Better India2 min read
India's Day Begins at This Remote Tri-Border Village
Global NewsJun 12

India's Day Begins at This Remote Tri-Border Village

Before the rest of India wakes, sunlight first touches Dong Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, where three countries meet. Northeast India holds the nation's earliest and most spectacular sunrises, and travelers have a narrow window to witness them before monsoon season arrives.

The Better India3 min read
Amaravati Named Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh
SolutionsApr 1

Amaravati Named Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh

India's Lok Sabha has officially recognized Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh, ending years of debate and uncertainty. The decision promises to boost economic growth and restore confidence in the state's development plans.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Himalayan Landslide Creates Lake, Sparks Rescue Effort
Planet WinsJun 30

Himalayan Landslide Creates Lake, Sparks Rescue Effort

When monsoon rains triggered a massive landslide in Arunachal Pradesh, it blocked the Siji River and created an enormous lake overnight. Now experts and authorities are working together to protect thousands of people downstream.

The Better India3 min read
Uttar Pradesh Orders 24-Hour Aid After Deadly Storms
Community HeroesMay 7

Uttar Pradesh Orders 24-Hour Aid After Deadly Storms

After severe storms claimed lives across Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has mandated that all affected families receive compensation and support within 24 hours. The swift response puts officials on the ground to ensure no one waits for help.

The Hindu2 min read
Nigeria Students Plant 500 Trees for World Environment Day
Planet WinsJun 9

Nigeria Students Plant 500 Trees for World Environment Day

Hope Aglow Foundation and UN partners turned World Environment Day into action across three Nigerian states, planting over 500 trees and training hundreds of students as Environmental Ambassadors. The nationwide campaign combined hands-on climate work with education that's building a greener generation.

Guardian Nigeria2 min read
8 Women Revive Ancient Recipes in 300-Year-Old Home
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

8 Women Revive Ancient Recipes in 300-Year-Old Home

In a remote Arunachal Pradesh valley, eight Monpa women transformed an abandoned ancestral home into a dining space saving their tribe's fading food traditions. They're serving millet momos and buckwheat noodles that even local youth are tasting for the first time.

The Better India3 min read

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