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Workers Travel Thousands of Miles Home to Vote in India
Global NewsApr 22

Workers Travel Thousands of Miles Home to Vote in India

Migrant workers from Assam and West Bengal are leaving their jobs in Kerala to return home and exercise their right to vote in state elections. Their commitment to democracy is inspiring businesses to adapt while they're away.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Cyberabad Holds Peaceful Municipal Elections
Global NewsFeb 11

India's Cyberabad Holds Peaceful Municipal Elections

Thousands of voters in India's tech hub safely cast their ballots Wednesday as police ensured peaceful municipal elections across Cyberabad. The smooth voting process showed democracy working at its best in one of India's fastest-growing regions.

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
India Approves Dengue Vaccine Protecting 100M People Yearly
Health & WellnessJul 20

India Approves Dengue Vaccine Protecting 100M People Yearly

India just approved its first dengue vaccine that works against all four virus strains, no pre-test needed. The shot protects 84% against hospitalization and could produce 50 million doses annually in India alone.

Google News - Vaccine Success2 min read
103-Year-Old Stephen Votes in Person Despite Heat
Acts of KindnessApr 23

103-Year-Old Stephen Votes in Person Despite Heat

A 103-year-old Indian voter arrived by wheelchair to cast his ballot in person, saying it brought him joy. Despite officials offering to collect votes from seniors at home, many elderly citizens chose to visit polling stations themselves.

The Hindu2 min read
Air India Tests Flying Ambulances to Beat Traffic
SolutionsJul 31

Air India Tests Flying Ambulances to Beat Traffic

Air India is partnering with SkyDrive and Suzuki to explore electric flying aircraft that could deliver critical medical supplies across India's gridlocked cities. The innovative eVTOL technology could turn a two-hour ambulance crawl into a quick flight over traffic.

YourStory 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
India's 'Halwa Campaign' Treats First-Time Voters
Acts of KindnessApr 9

India's 'Halwa Campaign' Treats First-Time Voters

India's Election Commission is handing out traditional sweets to first-time voters in Kerala to celebrate youth participation in democracy. The heartwarming initiative earned smiles at polling stations, though limited supplies meant only some lucky voters got the treat.

The Hindu2 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
Teen Builds AI Tool That Helped 70,000 Voters in India
InnovationMay 25

Teen Builds AI Tool That Helped 70,000 Voters in India

At 16, Kapil Bhaskar couldn't vote yet, but he built something better: an AI tool that helped 70,000 voters understand candidate records in seconds. His free website turned confusing legal documents into clear information anyone could read.

The Better India3 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
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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
Teen's App Helps 120,000 Indians Make Informed Votes
VideosJul 29

Teen's App Helps 120,000 Indians Make Informed Votes

A 16-year-old from Chennai built a platform that makes candidate information accessible to everyday voters. Nee Yosi has already helped 120,000 Indians understand who they're really voting for.

The Better India2 min read
Dholak Player Wins India's Padma Shri After Voter Mix-Up
Community HeroesJan 29

Dholak Player Wins India's Padma Shri After Voter Mix-Up

A master dholak player in Gujarat went from having his voter registration questioned to being honored by India's Chief Minister in just 15 days. Mir Haji Kasam's dramatic turnaround came after receiving one of India's highest civilian honors. #

Indian Express2 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
Indian Newlyweds Vote in Wedding Attire on Election Day
Acts of KindnessApr 24

Indian Newlyweds Vote in Wedding Attire on Election Day

Three newly married couples in Tamil Nadu made democracy part of their wedding day celebrations by heading straight to polling stations in full wedding attire. Their commitment to civic duty turned voting into a joyful celebration of both love and citizenship.

The Hindu2 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

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