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India's Zepto Brings Traditional Ayush Medicine Online
SolutionsJan 28

India's Zepto Brings Traditional Ayush Medicine Online

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.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Summer Festivals Keep Centuries-Old Traditions Alive
Acts of KindnessApr 10

India's Summer Festivals Keep Centuries-Old Traditions Alive

From Kerala's thunderous drums to Himalayan monastery dances, communities across India gather each summer to celebrate festivals that have survived for centuries. These vibrant celebrations prove that ancient traditions can thrive in the modern world.

The Better India3 min read
India's Wild Fruit Pickles Preserve Ancient Food Traditions
Solutions3d ago

India's Wild Fruit Pickles Preserve Ancient Food Traditions

Long before supermarkets existed, Indian communities turned wild forest fruits into tangy pickles that connected them to their land. These traditional preserves are keeping ancient flavors and foraging knowledge alive across the country.

The Better India2 min read
India's Coastal Clam Tradition Is Climate-Friendly Protein
Planet WinsMay 21

India's Coastal Clam Tradition Is Climate-Friendly Protein

For generations, coastal communities in India have harvested clams for their kitchens. Scientists now recognize this humble seafood as one of the planet's lowest-impact protein sources.

The Better India3 min read
92-Year-Old Band Plays On at India's St Vincent's School
Community HeroesApr 18

92-Year-Old Band Plays On at India's St Vincent's School

A brass band founded in 1933 at St Vincent's High School in Pune, India, is thriving again after nearly disappearing. Students today play the same instruments their great-grandfathers used, keeping a precious musical tradition alive.

Indian Express2 min read
India's Perfume Capital Keeps Ancient Attar Craft Alive
Global NewsMar 10

India's Perfume Capital Keeps Ancient Attar Craft Alive

In Kannauj, India, centuries-old flower distillation techniques are thriving thanks to government support and determined entrepreneurs. Women like Sapna Gupta are turning traditional copper vessels and fresh roses into fragrant attars that reach cities across the country.

YourStory India2 min read
525 Women Turn Grass Into Income in India's Sultanpur
SolutionsFeb 11

525 Women Turn Grass Into Income in India's Sultanpur

In India's Sultanpur district, seasonal moonj grass is being woven into a year-round livelihood for over 500 women who craft baskets, containers, and decorative items from their homes. Government support has transformed this traditional craft into a growing business reaching national markets.

YourStory India2 min read
India's Nagaland Tribe Eats Spiders With 73% Protein
SolutionsMay 1

India's Nagaland Tribe Eats Spiders With 73% Protein

In northeast India, a tribe has eaten orb-weaver spiders for generations, and new research shows why this tradition makes nutritional sense. The "creamy, nutty" delicacy contains more protein than most insects and could inspire sustainable food solutions worldwide.

Mongabay2 min read
Three Generations Keep India's Flute-Making Art Alive
Community HeroesFeb 14

Three Generations Keep India's Flute-Making Art Alive

In Pilibhit, India, Mohammad Shafiq crafts bamboo flutes the same way his grandfather did, creating instruments that sing across continents. His family's 75-year tradition proves that ancient crafts can thrive in modern markets.

YourStory India2 min read
India's Seniors Choose Retirement Homes Over Tradition
VideosFeb 15

India's Seniors Choose Retirement Homes Over Tradition

Across India, elderly citizens are breaking a long-standing cultural taboo by choosing retirement communities, transforming what was once seen as abandonment into a lifestyle choice marked by independence and community. The sector is now worth $10-15 million and expected to grow to $30-50 billion in the next decade.

Indian Express3 min read
2,500 Artists Turn India's Republic Day Into Cultural Reunion
Acts of KindnessJan 26

2,500 Artists Turn India's Republic Day Into Cultural Reunion

After performing at India's Republic Day celebration, dancers from across the nation stayed to reconnect with audience members from their home states, speaking native languages and sharing joy. For many of the 2,500 performers, it was their first trip to Delhi and a chance to preserve traditional dance forms while learning from artists representing different regions.

The Hindu2 min read
How India Celebrates Ramadan From Kerala to Kashmir
Acts of KindnessMar 10

How India Celebrates Ramadan From Kerala to Kashmir

From tuna curries in island mosques to haleem pots in Hyderabad, India's Muslim communities celebrate Ramadan with flavors and traditions shaped by centuries of local culture. Each region brings its own spirit to the holy month.

The Better India2 min read
India's Handloom Town Weaves Jobs and Economic Revival
SolutionsFeb 11

India's Handloom Town Weaves Jobs and Economic Revival

In Hardoi, India, traditional handloom weaving isn't just heritage—it's a thriving business creating jobs and exports. One entrepreneur is proving that ancient craft can power modern prosperity.

YourStory India2 min read
India Farmer Ditches Chemicals, Builds Jaggery Business
Planet WinsFeb 16

India Farmer Ditches Chemicals, Builds Jaggery Business

A farmer in India is proving that traditional methods can create modern success. His chemical-free jaggery is winning customers across six cities and reviving rural pride.

YourStory India2 min read
5 Indian Villages Keeping Ancient Traditions Alive
Planet WinsJan 19

5 Indian Villages Keeping Ancient Traditions Alive

In remote corners of India, five villages are preserving centuries-old crafts, customs, and ways of life that modern society has largely abandoned. From handwoven textiles to Buddhist monasteries, these communities prove that tradition and progress can walk hand in hand.

The Better India3 min read
India Saves 5 Rare Mango Varieties From Extinction
SolutionsFeb 8

India Saves 5 Rare Mango Varieties From Extinction

Traditional Indian mangoes like Karuppatti Kai and Batasha are disappearing as commercial farms favor hybrids. Communities across India are racing to preserve these heritage fruits before they vanish forever.

The Better India2 min read
Two Italian Brothers Built India's Favorite Bakery in 1902
Community HeroesApr 2

Two Italian Brothers Built India's Favorite Bakery in 1902

The pink and blue Monginis signs found across India today trace back to two Italian brothers who opened a confectionery shop in Mumbai's Churchgate in 1902. Their little bakery became the birthplace of India's birthday cake tradition.

The Better India2 min read
Farmer Grows 1.7-Foot Brinjal Using Traditional Seeds
Community Heroes3d ago

Farmer Grows 1.7-Foot Brinjal Using Traditional Seeds

A Chhattisgarh farmer spent three years saving seeds from his healthiest brinjal plants, creating a giant variety that now grows across India. His 1.7-foot vegetable proves traditional farming methods can outperform modern hybrids.

The Better India2 min read
India's Incense Town Creates 150 Jobs Through Automation
SolutionsMar 22

India's Incense Town Creates 150 Jobs Through Automation

A small Indian town famous for fragrance has turned traditional incense stick making into a thriving industry that now employs 150 workers. One entrepreneur's journey shows how blending old craft with new machines can create opportunity without losing tradition.

YourStory India2 min read
India's President Murmu Co-Pilots Combat Helicopter
Community HeroesFeb 27

India's President Murmu Co-Pilots Combat Helicopter

President Droupadi Murmu made history by co-piloting India's indigenous light combat helicopter, the Prachand, showcasing bold leadership and the nation's growing defense capabilities. The moment highlights both women's advancement in traditionally male-dominated fields and India's self-reliance in military technology.

The Hindu2 min read

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