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6 Rajasthan Crafts Win Heritage Status in India
SolutionsMar 30

6 Rajasthan Crafts Win Heritage Status in India

Six traditional products from Rajasthan just earned official heritage recognition, protecting centuries-old crafts that sustain thousands of artisans. From 450-year-old hand-printed fabrics to royal spice recipes, these traditions are getting the spotlight they deserve.

The Better India2 min read
Rajasthan's 400-Year-Old Clay Art Draws Global Artists
SolutionsMay 31

Rajasthan's 400-Year-Old Clay Art Draws Global Artists

In Molela village, artisans transform local clay into stunning terracotta panels that tell stories of gods, folk heroes, and everyday life. Their secret ingredient and ancient technique are captivating artists worldwide.

The Better India2 min read
7 Indian Startups Help Artisans Sell Crafts Worldwide
Acts of KindnessMay 26

7 Indian Startups Help Artisans Sell Crafts Worldwide

From handwoven sarees to terracotta cookware, seven Indian startups are connecting traditional artisans directly to global customers while preserving centuries-old craft traditions. Over 80,000 craftspeople now earn sustainable livelihoods by selling their handmade creations online.

The Better India2 min read
Rajasthan Students Build 69 Startups Without Leaving Home
InnovationJun 2

Rajasthan Students Build 69 Startups Without Leaving Home

While most Indian startups chase Bengaluru dreams, students at Vivekananda Global University in Jaipur are building nationally recognized companies from their desert home. Their secret? Solving problems that only Rajasthan could teach them to see.

YourStory India3 min read
Rajasthan Fires 20 Officials in Major Corruption Crackdown
SolutionsJun 1

Rajasthan Fires 20 Officials in Major Corruption Crackdown

Rajasthan just took a bold stand against corruption, dismissing 20 government officials and suspending 332 more in a sweeping accountability drive. The message is clear: public service means serving the public honestly.

The Hindu2 min read
Engineer Plants 100,000 Trees Across Rajasthan Barefoot
Community HeroesFeb 19

Engineer Plants 100,000 Trees Across Rajasthan Barefoot

A software engineer who walks barefoot as a promise to himself has transformed barren land into 10 thriving oxygen parks across Rajasthan. His wife mortgaged her jewelry to keep the green movement alive.

The Better India2 min read
Rajasthan Villagers Exposed Corruption, Won India's RTI Law
Community HeroesMay 21

Rajasthan Villagers Exposed Corruption, Won India's RTI Law

Semi-literate villagers in rural Rajasthan held public hearings to expose ghost projects and wage theft, sparking a grassroots movement that gave India its landmark Right to Information Act. Their simple question changed democracy: if public money belongs to the people, why can't people see how it's spent?

The Better India3 min read
Rajasthan Farmer Thrives 11 Years After Heart Transplant
Community HeroesApr 7

Rajasthan Farmer Thrives 11 Years After Heart Transplant

A 43-year-old farmer in Rajasthan has spent over a decade farming his land daily with a transplanted heart from an 18-year-old donor. His story proves that major surgery doesn't have to mean the end of an active life.

The Better India2 min read
Rajasthan Event Celebrates Great Indian Bustard Recovery
Acts of KindnessApr 24

Rajasthan Event Celebrates Great Indian Bustard Recovery

A cultural gathering in Rajasthan highlighted the conservation success of the Great Indian Bustard, whose population has grown from 100 to 173 birds in 2025. The Durbar event combined traditional crafts with environmental awareness in a historic palace setting.

The Hindu2 min read
Rajasthan's $11B Water Project to Serve 32.5 Million by 2028
SolutionsFeb 11

Rajasthan's $11B Water Project to Serve 32.5 Million by 2028

A massive 2.3-kilometer aqueduct in Rajasthan will soon bring drinking and irrigation water to 17 districts facing scarcity, benefiting 32.5 million people. The engineering marvel is the centerpiece of an $11 billion project designed to solve water shortages until 2051.

The Hindu3 min read
200+ Artisans Find Success at Bengaluru's Soul Sante
InnovationMay 16

200+ Artisans Find Success at Bengaluru's Soul Sante

Sunday Soul Sante has spent 16 years connecting independent artisans with customers who value handmade work, transforming small passion projects into thriving businesses. The Bengaluru marketplace recently wrapped its Colour Play edition with over 200 curated stalls celebrating creativity and craftsmanship.

YourStory India3 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
1,300 People Pay $1 Daily to Save Rajasthan Wildlife
Acts of KindnessFeb 17

1,300 People Pay $1 Daily to Save Rajasthan Wildlife

A photographer in Rajasthan rallied nearly 1,300 people to donate one rupee per day, raising $1,000 to build watering ponds and save endangered blackbuck from pollution and fencing. Their WhatsApp group is transforming how rural communities protect local wildlife.

The Better India2 min read
Man Goes Barefoot 5 Years, Plants 51,000 Trees in Rajasthan
VideosMay 19

Man Goes Barefoot 5 Years, Plants 51,000 Trees in Rajasthan

Ajit Singh vowed not to wear sandals until he planted 51,000 trees across one of India's driest regions. His barefoot journey turned into a movement that's now greening barren land across Rajasthan.

The Better India2 min read
Rajasthan Villagers Turn Oil Cans Into Birdbaths for Birds
Community HeroesMar 22

Rajasthan Villagers Turn Oil Cans Into Birdbaths for Birds

When temperatures hit 50°C in Rajasthan, birds had nowhere to drink. Villagers turned old oil cans into simple birdbaths, sparking a movement that spread across India.

The Better India2 min read
Rajasthan's 300-Year-Old Palace Rises From a Lake
Planet WinsJun 7

Rajasthan's 300-Year-Old Palace Rises From a Lake

Four floors of a stunning palace hide underwater in Rajasthan's Man Sagar Lake, creating an architectural marvel that has captivated visitors for over 300 years. The Jal Mahal, now restored as a heritage hotel, proves India's commitment to preserving extraordinary historical treasures. ##

Indian Express2 min read
Rajasthan Gives 122,000 Childcare Workers Raise and Aid
Acts of KindnessMar 31

Rajasthan Gives 122,000 Childcare Workers Raise and Aid

Over 122,000 Anganwadi workers in Rajasthan just received uniform allowances and a 10% pay raise for their crucial work nurturing young children. The state is investing millions to support the women who run India's community childcare centers.

The Hindu2 min read
Indian Army Revives Desert Ponds, Saves Rajasthan Wildlife
VideosApr 2

Indian Army Revives Desert Ponds, Saves Rajasthan Wildlife

In temperatures hitting 55°C, the Indian Army restored ancient water ponds buried under Rajasthan's desert sand, bringing life back to dying villages and endangered species. The simple act of conservation created a cascade of hope across one of India's harshest landscapes.

The Better India2 min read
Rural Indian Artisans Take First Flights to Sell Their Crafts
Acts of KindnessFeb 7

Rural Indian Artisans Take First Flights to Sell Their Crafts

A zero-commission craft exhibition is transforming rural Indian artisans into entrepreneurs, with many catching their first flights to showcase their work in major cities. Project Tarasha helps craftpreneurs earn directly while preserving their cultural heritage.

YourStory India2 min read
Indian Artisans Embroider for Dior, Valentino, Versace
VideosMay 8

Indian Artisans Embroider for Dior, Valentino, Versace

When you see intricate embroidery on luxury fashion from Dior or Versace, there's a good chance it was handcrafted by Indian artisans. One company is preserving centuries-old techniques while empowering thousands of women.

The Better India2 min read

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