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Thousands of people cured of leprosy decades ago still live in India's 750 remaining colonies, but not because they have to. These communities have transformed into supportive homes where families thrive and stigma fades.
Nearly 80 years after independence, India has transformed from economic devastation under British rule to become the world's fastest-growing major economy. The country's GDP per capita has climbed from just 32% of the global average in 1940 to 46% today, with growth accelerating to 6.4% in 2026.
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.
After more than a century in the Netherlands, 21 ancient copper plates from India's Chola dynasty are finally coming home. A Dutch committee confirmed the artifacts were taken during colonial times without permission from their rightful owners. ##
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.
India will showcase its remarkable success in protecting five big cat species at the 2026 International Big Cat Alliance Summit. Pre-summit events across the country will highlight how tigers, lions, leopards, snow leopards, and cheetahs are thriving thanks to conservation efforts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An IIT Bombay startup created India's first commercial chip that lets phones and devices connect to the country's homegrown NavIC satellite network. The breakthrough means India can finally offer navigation tech that doesn't depend on foreign systems.
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.
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.
Two students from Maharashtra's groundbreaking pre-military training institute for girls ranked 2nd and 15th nationally for spots in India's National Defence Academy. Out of only 19 girls selected across the entire country, two came from this pioneering Nashik school opened just three years ago.
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.
India's men's hockey team secured their spot in the World Cup's second round with a commanding 5-3 victory over Pakistan in Rotterdam. The win showcased India's growing dominance in international hockey, finishing second in their pool behind England.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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