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A Village Farmer Helped Shape India's Constitution
Acts of KindnessFeb 18

A Village Farmer Helped Shape India's Constitution

In 1947, an ordinary farmer from Tamil Nadu sent a handwritten letter in Tamil that influenced religious freedom rights in India's Constitution. His story proves democracy's founding wasn't just about famous leaders.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Rare Constitution Stamp Show Caps 1,600-Student Quiz
Global NewsJan 24

India's Rare Constitution Stamp Show Caps 1,600-Student Quiz

Over 1,600 students from 200 schools across India competed in a nationwide Constitution quiz, with finalists gathering for a rare philatelic exhibition on Republic Day. The event celebrates constitutional awareness through stamps honoring both famous and forgotten Constituent Assembly members.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Twin Cities Unite for 77th Republic Day
Global NewsJan 27

India's Twin Cities Unite for 77th Republic Day

Thousands across Hubballi-Dharwad celebrated India's 77th Republic Day with parades, cultural programs, and community gatherings that brought the twin cities together. Students, officials, and residents honored the Constitution while looking toward India's future as a developed nation by 2047.

The Hindu2 min read
New Book Honors Dr. Ambedkar's Vision for Modern India
SolutionsApr 14

New Book Honors Dr. Ambedkar's Vision for Modern India

A university in Nellore celebrated the 135th birth anniversary of India's Constitution architect with a powerful new book exploring his legacy. The work shows how Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's ideas still offer solutions for today's India.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Solution Stories Get New YouTube Series
VideosJul 4

India's Solution Stories Get New YouTube Series

The Better India launches "Solved in India," a YouTube series spotlighting local communities tackling problems once thought unsolvable. Each episode reveals working solutions from across the country that could inspire nationwide change.

The Better India2 min read
6 Nations That Celebrate Republic Day Like India
Global NewsJan 26

6 Nations That Celebrate Republic Day Like India

India just celebrated its 77th Republic Day, marking the moment its Constitution took effect in 1950. Five other countries around the world also commemorate their own transitions to republican government with national holidays.

Times of India - Good News2 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
India's First Openly Queer MP Enters Parliament
Acts of KindnessMar 16

India's First Openly Queer MP Enters Parliament

Menaka Guruswamy, the lawyer who helped overturn India's ban on same-sex relationships, just became the first openly queer person to serve in India's national parliament. Her election to the Rajya Sabha marks a historic moment for LGBTQ+ visibility in Indian politics.

DW News3 min read
Coal India's Stalled Solar Project Completed in 9 Months
InnovationApr 22

Coal India's Stalled Solar Project Completed in 9 Months

A solar energy company rescued a stuck 142 MW project in India and finished it in nine months, turning a setback into a success story. The plant will now power thousands of homes while creating local jobs in rural Gujarat.

PV Magazine2 min read
Japan and India Build 1,000 Cow Dung Plants for Clean Cars
SolutionsJun 27

Japan and India Build 1,000 Cow Dung Plants for Clean Cars

Japan and India are joining forces to turn cow manure into fuel for cars, aiming to build 1,000 biogas plants across India. The partnership transforms agricultural waste into clean energy while cutting India's reliance on imported oil.

Japan Times2 min read
India and Germany Partner on Defense Innovation
SolutionsApr 22

India and Germany Partner on Defense Innovation

India's Defense Minister invited Germany to co-create cutting-edge defense technology, marking a new chapter in collaboration between two of the world's largest democracies. The partnership aims to blend India's reform momentum with Germany's renowned manufacturing expertise.

Google News - Germany Innovation2 min read
India's Mothers Turning Kitchens Into Businesses
Community HeroesMay 12

India's Mothers Turning Kitchens Into Businesses

The Better India launches a special Mother's Day series celebrating mothers who are building enterprises, protecting the environment, and driving change across India. These stories showcase motherhood as more than caregiving—it's entrepreneurship, activism, and community leadership in action.

The Better India2 min read
India's Top Court: Free Menstrual Products for All Schools
SolutionsJan 30

India's Top Court: Free Menstrual Products for All Schools

India's Supreme Court just ruled that menstrual health is a fundamental right, ordering every school in the country to provide free sanitary pads to girls. The landmark decision also mandates separate, accessible toilets in all schools, with real consequences for those who don't comply.

Indian Express2 min read
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InnovationMay 6

India and Japan Team Up on Medical Innovation

India and Japan just launched a major partnership to revolutionize healthcare and medical devices, combining Japan's advanced technology with India's skilled workforce. The collaboration also extends to cutting-edge quantum science research.

Google News - Japan Innovation2 min read
India's 'Desert Lynx' Bounces Back in Rajasthan
Planet WinsMay 6

India's 'Desert Lynx' Bounces Back in Rajasthan

The caracal, a mysterious wild cat that lost 90% of its range in India, now has confirmed breeding populations in Rajasthan's deserts. India just launched its first national conservation plan to save this elusive species from disappearing completely.

The Better India2 min read
India and Norway Team Up on Clean Energy Solutions
InnovationJun 29

India and Norway Team Up on Clean Energy Solutions

India and Norway are joining forces to accelerate renewable energy innovation, focusing on battery storage, floating solar, and agricultural solar technology. The partnership brings together India's ambitious clean energy goals with Norway's proven expertise in offshore energy solutions.

Google News - Norway Green Energy2 min read
India and Thailand Boost Defense Partnership in Bangkok
InnovationJun 18

India and Thailand Boost Defense Partnership in Bangkok

India and Thailand are deepening their defense collaboration with new agreements on manufacturing, research, and innovation. The 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue in Bangkok marks a significant step toward regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
India and ASML Partner on $11B Chip Plant
InnovationMay 18

India and ASML Partner on $11B Chip Plant

India's Tata Electronics just secured a game-changing partnership with Dutch tech giant ASML to build the country's first major semiconductor factory. The $11 billion facility will help India join the global chip manufacturing race while creating thousands of high-tech jobs.

Google News - Netherlands Technology2 min read
India Electrifies Faster Than China With Cheap Solar Power
Planet WinsJan 26

India Electrifies Faster Than China With Cheap Solar Power

India is powering its growing economy with clean electricity faster than China did at the same income level, thanks to plummeting costs of solar panels and batteries. The shift means India can skip the fossil fuel detour that slowed down other developing nations.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
India Opens Doors for Pakistani Athletes at Global Events
Global NewsMay 6

India Opens Doors for Pakistani Athletes at Global Events

In a breakthrough for South Asian sports, India announced Wednesday it will welcome Pakistani athletes to compete in international tournaments hosted on Indian soil. The policy shift comes as India prepares to host major global sporting events through 2038.

Al Jazeera English2 min read

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