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Tabla Master Bickram Ghosh Leads India at Venice Biennale
InnovationMay 6

Tabla Master Bickram Ghosh Leads India at Venice Biennale

Grammy-nominated tabla virtuoso Bickram Ghosh will showcase India's rich musical heritage at the prestigious Venice Biennale 2026, weaving together classical, folk, and contemporary sounds. His cross-cultural program "Many Waters Have Flown" aims to put Indian rhythm on the world stage this May.

The Hindu2 min read
Parents Sold Land to Fund Son's Chess Dream—He's Now a GM
Community HeroesApr 20

Parents Sold Land to Fund Son's Chess Dream—He's Now a GM

A family in India sold ancestral properties to fund their son's chess career when he wasn't even an International Master yet. That leap of faith just paid off—Aronyak Ghosh became India's 95th grandmaster.

Indian Express3 min read
3 Indian Stars Land Contracts in The Hundred Draft
SportsMar 12

3 Indian Stars Land Contracts in The Hundred Draft

India's top women cricketers secured lucrative deals in The Hundred draft, with Richa Ghosh earning £50,000 and joining Smriti Mandhana at Manchester Super Giants. The contracts mark growing global recognition for Indian women's cricket talent.

The Hindu2 min read
College Dropout Earns $840K Yearly Growing Marigolds
InnovationMar 6

College Dropout Earns $840K Yearly Growing Marigolds

A West Bengal man who left college to sell flowers at market stalls now runs a marigold farm earning 7 crore rupees annually. His practical growing tips are helping new farmers turn colorful blooms into profitable businesses.

The Better India3 min read
This Kolkata Sweet Shop Has Been Family-Run for 101 Years
Acts of KindnessMar 26

This Kolkata Sweet Shop Has Been Family-Run for 101 Years

When the founder of Jugal's mithai shop died in 1963, his widow was told to sell the business. Instead, she and her family turned one small sweet shop into a seven-store legacy that now spans two continents.

The Better India2 min read
Botanist Shares 7 Easy Medicinal Plants You Can Grow
SolutionsFeb 11

Botanist Shares 7 Easy Medicinal Plants You Can Grow

A botanist with 45 years of gardening experience reveals seven medicinal plants that Indian families can grow at home with minimal effort. From memory-boosting Brahmi to healing Neem, these traditional plants offer natural remedies while requiring little maintenance.

The Better India2 min read
Scientists Create 'Molecular Catapult' for Solar Power
InnovationMar 21

Scientists Create 'Molecular Catapult' for Solar Power

Researchers at Cambridge discovered that molecular vibrations can launch electrons across solar materials in just 18 femtoseconds, opening doors to cheaper and more efficient solar panels. This breakthrough could transform how we harness energy from the sun.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
Haryana Cuts Crimes Against Women by 16% in One Year
SolutionsFeb 21

Haryana Cuts Crimes Against Women by 16% in One Year

An Indian state once known for safety concerns just reported a dramatic 16% drop in crimes against women in 2025. The progress extends even further for the state's most vulnerable communities, with some crime categories down by half.

The Hindu2 min read
Kolkata Poets Translated Under Open Sky at Iconic Maidan
InnovationJan 20

Kolkata Poets Translated Under Open Sky at Iconic Maidan

Literature lovers will gather at Kolkata's famous Maidan park on January 25 for an outdoor translation workshop featuring beloved Bengali poets. The event breaks tradition by moving literary scholarship from lecture halls to fresh air, making poetry translation accessible to everyone.

The Hindu2 min read
Scientists Build 'Electron Catapult' for Solar Power
InnovationMar 21

Scientists Build 'Electron Catapult' for Solar Power

Researchers discovered vibrations can launch electrons across solar materials in 18 femtoseconds, opening new pathways for cheaper, more efficient solar energy. Instead of fighting molecular motion, scientists can now harness it as a tool.

Live Science3 min read
New Smart Window Generates Power and Switches Transparency
InnovationMar 23

New Smart Window Generates Power and Switches Transparency

Scientists in the UK just created a window that generates electricity while switching from clear to frosted on command. The innovation could transform how buildings stay comfortable while cutting energy costs.

PV Magazine3 min read
3 Women Train AI to Map Moon Craters for Future Landings
InnovationMay 31

3 Women Train AI to Map Moon Craters for Future Landings

A three-woman team at BIT Mesra spent three years teaching AI to detect lunar craters, solving a problem that once required exhausting manual work by geologists. Their ISRO-funded breakthrough could guide future Moon missions and revolutionize how we map space.

Google News - AI Breakthrough3 min read
England Captain Scores First-Ever WPL Century
SportsJan 26

England Captain Scores First-Ever WPL Century

England cricket captain Nat Sciver-Brunt made history by hitting the first-ever century in the Women's Premier League, smashing 100 runs to lead Mumbai Indians to victory. Her record-breaking performance pushes women's cricket into new territory and showcases the growing strength of the sport's premier franchise league.

BBC Sport2 min read
Pakistan's Fatima Sana Smashes T20 World Record in 15 Balls
SportsMay 16

Pakistan's Fatima Sana Smashes T20 World Record in 15 Balls

Pakistan's cricket captain Fatima Sana just shattered the world record for the fastest half-century in women's T20 international cricket, reaching 50 runs in just 15 balls. The 24-year-old's explosive performance led her team to a dominant series sweep against Zimbabwe at home in Karachi.

Google News - World Record2 min read
India's Deepti Sharma Takes Historic 5 Wickets vs Pakistan
Sports5d ago

India's Deepti Sharma Takes Historic 5 Wickets vs Pakistan

Indian cricketer Deepti Sharma delivered a stunning five-wicket performance to lead her team to victory in their T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan. Her exceptional bowling spell made her the all-time leading wicket-taker in women's T20 internationals.

Indian Express2 min read
6,151 Women Compete in India's Largest AI Hackathon
InnovationJun 13

6,151 Women Compete in India's Largest AI Hackathon

Young women from 668 Indian cities submitted 373 real-world solutions to tackle healthcare and urban challenges. WitchHunt 2026 brought AI innovation opportunities to underserved regions, with 73% of participants being women.

YourStory India2 min read
Indian Embassies Celebrate Holi in 20+ Countries Worldwide
Acts of KindnessMar 4

Indian Embassies Celebrate Holi in 20+ Countries Worldwide

Indian diplomatic missions around the world brought communities together this week to celebrate Holi, spreading the colorful festival's message of unity and new beginnings. From Mongolia to Chicago, the Festival of Colors is building bridges across cultures.

Google News - Unity Celebration2 min read
England Captain Scores First Century in Women's Cricket League
SportsJan 26

England Captain Scores First Century in Women's Cricket League

Nat Sciver-Brunt just made history with a blazing 100 runs in India's Women's Premier League, smashing a record that had stood since the league began. Her unbeaten century came from just 57 balls, lighting up the stadium and setting a new bar for women's cricket.

Sky Sports2 min read
Unknown Batter's 73 Powers RCB to WPL Playoffs First
SportsJan 19

Unknown Batter's 73 Powers RCB to WPL Playoffs First

Gautami Naik went from barely known to match hero with her first-ever half-century, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an undefeated streak and a historic playoff spot. The 27-year-old's breakout performance proved that every player gets their moment to shine.

The Hindu2 min read
NASA's Artemis II Launches 4 Astronauts Toward the Moon
Community HeroesApr 2

NASA's Artemis II Launches 4 Astronauts Toward the Moon

For the first time in over 50 years, astronauts are heading back to the Moon after NASA's Artemis II rocket thundered into the Florida sky. The historic launch marks humanity's return to deep space exploration and brings us one step closer to eventually reaching Mars.

BBC Science2 min read

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