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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.
After 30 years of living without formal housing, 200 families in Visakhapatnam are getting a lifeline from the government. A new modernization plan promises to transform their community and provide proper homes.
India's fast-delivery app Zepto just partnered with the government to make traditional Ayush wellness products easier to find and buy across the country. The move connects ancient healing traditions with modern technology while ensuring quality and safety.
India has transformed its solar infrastructure from 3 gigawatts to over 130 gigawatts since 2014, building one of the world's most ambitious renewable energy networks. The country is now shifting focus from capacity to efficiency, proving solar can power modern economies reliably.
Former scientist Dr. Jolapuram Umamaheswari now earns steady income farming silkworms using precision science. Across India, AI and sensors are transforming ancient silk farming into a modern, profitable industry.
India launched its first modern sleeper train with advanced safety features, cutting travel time between Guwahati and Kolkata by over two hours. Students, families, and railway workers celebrated the new era of comfortable overnight rail travel.
India's government is transforming 15 archaeological sites into immersive cultural experiences, including Hastinapur, the legendary capital from the Mahabharata epic. The project will use modern storytelling technology to bring 3,000 years of history to life for visitors.
Indian universities are introducing courses on traditional astronomy, mathematics, and medicine as voluntary electives, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary education. Students can now earn credits studying Sanskrit communication theory alongside Western concepts.
A Bengaluru startup is bringing vibrant Lambani embroidery from South India's Adivasi communities to modern fashion. The ancient craft, once fading into obscurity, now adorns contemporary clothing while supporting indigenous artisans.
An IT professional just completed an extraordinary journey, following the exact path a mighty army took across India a thousand years ago. His adventure reconnected modern India with a forgotten chapter of its ancient history.
Indian scientists have cracked the code on advanced semiconductor technology that only six other nations have mastered, strengthening the country's defense capabilities and tech independence. The breakthrough positions India alongside the US, France, Russia, Germany, South Korea, and China in producing cutting-edge chips used in modern military systems.
Students at India's Nalanda University are applying lessons from the Ramayana and Mahabharata to solve today's global conflicts and energy crises. The groundbreaking program draws learners from 30 countries to explore how ancient wisdom can shape modern international relations.
Millions of centuries-old manuscripts written on palm leaves are being rescued across India using traditional herbal oils and modern climate-controlled labs. These fragile texts contain poetry, medicine, and astronomy that would otherwise crumble into dust.
Muslim communities across India are channeling billions in charitable donations into structured programs that fund education for 10,000 students and free hundreds of prisoners. The ancient practice of Zakat is creating modern solutions for poverty and injustice.
India's wild tiger count soared from 1,411 to over 3,000 between 2006 and 2022, marking one of the greatest conservation comebacks in modern history. The stunning recovery proves that with smart strategy and community support, we can bring endangered species back from the brink.
Engineers in India just completed a record-breaking year of tunnel construction through one of the country's toughest mountain ranges, bringing modern rail access to remote tribal communities. Teams working from opposite ends of mountain passages met in the middle with perfect precision.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Howrah and Kamakhya sold out within hours of tickets opening, with first-class waitlisted for a week. The 14-hour overnight service shows massive public enthusiasm for the country's expanding modern rail network.
As Nigeria's president heads to London for a landmark exhibition of Nigerian modernism at the Tate Modern, a leading cultural advocate is calling for the government to finally invest in the art sector that's already winning global attention.
After six years away, India is making a stunning comeback at the world's most prestigious art exhibition with five artists celebrating home through traditional crafts. Their work proves that ancient techniques can speak powerfully to modern questions about belonging and change.
India has more than doubled its wild tiger population from 1,411 to over 3,000 in just a decade, marking one of conservation's greatest modern success stories. The dramatic recovery proves that even critically endangered species can bounce back with the right approach.
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