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Man in Jharkhand Speaks Bird Language, Wins Their Trust
VideosJan 28

Man in Jharkhand Speaks Bird Language, Wins Their Trust

Pannalal Mahto has mastered something most people think is impossible: communicating with wild birds in their own calls. In the forests of Jharkhand, his unique ability is creating a bridge between humans and nature.

The Better India2 min read
Engineer Quits Bengaluru Job, Opens School in Jharkhand
Community HeroesMay 19

Engineer Quits Bengaluru Job, Opens School in Jharkhand

When coal mining pushed schools 20 kilometers away from his Jharkhand village, Nitesh Kumar left his IT career to build one. Nine-year-old Yuvraj, who couldn't write his name, now tops his class.

The Better India2 min read
Jharkhand Wins 4 New Heritage Tags for Tribal Crafts
Acts of KindnessJul 6

Jharkhand Wins 4 New Heritage Tags for Tribal Crafts

Four traditional tribal crafts in Jharkhand just earned national protection, bringing centuries of indigenous knowledge into the spotlight. The state secured Geographical Indication tags for two types of forest silk, handcrafted tribal jewelry, and bamboo artistry passed down through generations.

The Better India2 min read
Jharkhand Man Rescues 35 Abandoned Baby Girls Over 20 Years
Community Heroes2h ago

Jharkhand Man Rescues 35 Abandoned Baby Girls Over 20 Years

A father who found an infant covered in ants in 2004 now calls 35 rescued daughters his own. Hare Ram Pandey turned one moment of compassion into a lifetime mission across Jharkhand, India.

Times of India - Good News3 min read
Jharkhand Teen Scores 13 Goals, Wins U18 Asia Cup for India
VideosJun 10

Jharkhand Teen Scores 13 Goals, Wins U18 Asia Cup for India

A 17-year-old from a humble home in Jharkhand just became the top scorer at the U18 Hockey Asia Cup, netting 13 goals and leading India to gold. Ashish Tani Purti's journey from a plastic-roofed house to championship glory shows what determination can achieve.

The Better India2 min read
Jharkhand Wins 34 Hockey Medals in 16 Years
Community HeroesApr 16

Jharkhand Wins 34 Hockey Medals in 16 Years

A small Indian state has become a women's hockey powerhouse, winning its third straight national championship and 34 medals total since investing in sports infrastructure. Young girls across Jharkhand now have the facilities and training to compete at the highest levels.

The Hindu2 min read
Teen's AI Device Saves Jharkhand Crops From Wild Elephants
InnovationJun 10

Teen's AI Device Saves Jharkhand Crops From Wild Elephants

A 17-year-old student from Jharkhand built an AI-powered device that protects farmers' crops from elephants and monkeys, ending sleepless nights and devastating losses. Working until 4am in his bedroom, Avi Mohan Kumar Shuklaa turned a grandfather's story into a solution that's restoring hope to isolated farming villages.

The Better India3 min read
Jharkhand Court: Working Wife Still Deserves Alimony
Community HeroesMay 13

Jharkhand Court: Working Wife Still Deserves Alimony

India's Jharkhand High Court just made a groundbreaking ruling that a woman's employment doesn't disqualify her from receiving alimony after divorce. The decision protects women's rights to maintain their married lifestyle, even when they earn their own income.

Indian Express2 min read
Tribal Leader Shibu Soren Receives India's Padma Bhushan
Acts of KindnessJan 26

Tribal Leader Shibu Soren Receives India's Padma Bhushan

Jharkhand celebrates as tribal rights champion Shibu Soren receives India's third-highest civilian honor, recognizing decades of advocacy that helped create a state and uplift millions. His son, Chief Minister Hemant Soren, says his father will forever remain a hero to tribal communities across India. ##

The Hindu2 min read
14-Year-Old Indian Footballer Scores 8 Goals, Wins SAFF Cup
Community HeroesFeb 3

14-Year-Old Indian Footballer Scores 8 Goals, Wins SAFF Cup

Anushka Munda started playing barefoot on uneven village fields in Jharkhand, and now she's India's U-17 football star with record-breaking hat-tricks. Her journey from a small Adivasi village to international tournaments shows what happens when raw talent meets grassroots support.

The Better India2 min read
Doctor Creates Plastic-Free Ponds With Soil and Leaves
Planet WinsApr 30

Doctor Creates Plastic-Free Ponds With Soil and Leaves

In Jharkhand, Dr. Ramakantha is helping farmers build water-retaining ponds using only black cotton soil, sal leaves, and wild castor leaves. His natural method costs less than plastic liners and lasts longer.

The Better India2 min read
Jharkhand Woman's Comics Teach Millions About Periods
Acts of KindnessMay 13

Jharkhand Woman's Comics Teach Millions About Periods

Aditi Gupta turned her childhood confusion about menstruation into Menstrupedia, a comic book platform that's helped millions of girls across India understand their bodies without shame. What started as a college project is now breaking down centuries of taboo, one illustrated story at a time.

The Better India3 min read
Police Rescue Kidnapped Son After 2-Week Search in India
Community HeroesJan 27

Police Rescue Kidnapped Son After 2-Week Search in India

A 24-year-old man returned safely to his family after police pressure forced his abductors to release him two weeks into an ordeal. The massive search effort across Jharkhand ended when the kidnappers freed Kairav Gandhi on a roadside and fled.

The Hindu2 min read
Police Rescue 12 Kidnapped Kids in 5-State Trafficking Bust
Community HeroesJan 18

Police Rescue 12 Kidnapped Kids in 5-State Trafficking Bust

Twelve children stolen from their families across India are finally safe after police dismantled a decade-old trafficking ring. The investigation rescued 10 girls and 2 boys, all between 4 and 12 years old, and arrested 13 gang members across five states.

Indian Express2 min read
Village in India Goes 2 Years Without Period Pad Waste
VideosFeb 12

Village in India Goes 2 Years Without Period Pad Waste

A single activist transformed an entire village in Jharkhand into India's first menstrual-waste-free community. His movement is now spreading to 120 villages across the region.

The Better India2 min read
Two Mothers Turn Family Traditions Into Thriving Businesses
Acts of KindnessMay 9

Two Mothers Turn Family Traditions Into Thriving Businesses

A Himalayan engineer and a Jharkhand mother built national brands from skills their mothers practiced for free. Their websites turned village crafts and homemade oils into businesses supporting hundreds.

YourStory India3 min read
Teen Exposes Exam System Flaws to Parliament Panel
Community HeroesJun 3

Teen Exposes Exam System Flaws to Parliament Panel

A 17-year-old student from Jharkhand brought evidence of testing irregularities directly to Parliament, showing how one young voice sparked official action. His research led to immediate changes at India's national education board.

The Hindu2 min read
Indian Court: Career Women Can't Be Forced to Choose Marriage
Global NewsJan 31

Indian Court: Career Women Can't Be Forced to Choose Marriage

India's Jharkhand High Court just made history by ruling that wives are not required to abandon their careers to fulfill traditional marital duties. The landmark decision recognizes that both partners in modern marriages deserve equal rights to pursue their professional dreams.

Indian Express2 min read
Teen Reunites with Family After 14 Years Lost in India
Community HeroesFeb 24

Teen Reunites with Family After 14 Years Lost in India

An 18-year-old boy who accidentally boarded the wrong train as a four-year-old is finally heading home after a viral social media campaign connected him with his mother. Raja will reunite with his family in Jharkhand after living in Kerala shelter homes for 14 years.

Google: lost found reunited2 min read
Indian Startup Turns Factory Smoke Into Health Supplements
InnovationJun 2

Indian Startup Turns Factory Smoke Into Health Supplements

A Jharkhand company is converting steel plant and refinery emissions into premium supplements and skincare ingredients using microalgae that eat carbon dioxide. The technology could help polluting industries cut emissions while actually making money.

YourStory India3 min read

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