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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.
Wildlife experts in India have successfully reunited over 100 leopard cubs with their mothers using a simple overnight monitoring system. The method has a 95% success rate and helps young leopards learn crucial survival skills.
A new iron treatment is helping pregnant women in India overcome severe anemia with just one drip instead of multiple visits. States like Rajasthan and Karnataka are rolling out the affordable solution that protects mothers and babies from serious complications.
After enduring dowry harassment and a painful divorce, an Indian single mother moved to Canada and built a new life focused on raising her son with kindness and resilience. Her story shows how choosing self-respect can transform everything.
A mother in rural Bihar became her visually impaired son's eyes, reading every textbook aloud as he climbed from rank 182 to rank 20 in India's toughest civil service exam. Their story proves that love and determination can overcome any obstacle.
A mother in India walked away from years of hidden domestic violence to protect her son and herself. Today, she's healing as a yoga practitioner and inspiring others to choose courage over silence.
After enduring eight years of dowry harassment, Rinky Rathore taught herself modeling through social media and rebuilt her life as a single mother. Her journey from silence to the runway proves healing happens one brave choice at a time.
A 33-year-old man and his mother turned a hobby into a thriving mushroom business that harvests 100 kg daily. Their 5,000-square-foot farm now earns up to Rs 40,000 ($470) per day and helps train new farmers.
In Assam, Sumi Borah and her mother keep alive centuries-old sustainable cooking methods using smoked meats, fermented bamboo, and foraged herbs. Their kitchen reveals how Indigenous communities practiced zero-waste eating long before it became trendy.
Maharashtra is creating a committee to support 14,000 college students from single-mother households with priority housing and specialized assistance. The state's Higher Education Department is leading an effort to make campuses more welcoming for these families.
India just installed more solar panels in one year than ever before, enough to power tens of millions of homes. Three states led the charge in making the country a clean energy powerhouse.
India just shattered its own solar energy record by adding 6.6 gigawatts of clean power capacity in March 2026 alone. That's enough to power millions of homes and marks the country's biggest monthly leap toward a renewable future.
Nitish Kumar from rural Haryana overcame severe mobility challenges to rank 847th in India's toughest civil service exam. His mother literally carried him through the journey, from fields to classrooms to his final victory.
Andhra Pradesh has digitized 281 government hospitals and issued 70% of India's 291 million electronic prescriptions, making healthcare records accessible nationwide. The state's eHospital system now connects patients, doctors, and hospitals on a single platform under India's Digital India initiative.
Samyak Jain lost his eyesight at 20, but that didn't stop him from conquering India's notoriously difficult civil service exam with his mother by his side. His second attempt earned him 7th place nationally and a prestigious government position.
A new Japanese dramedy spotlights the courage of single mothers who fought for independence during Japan's economic boom. Director Taichi Kimura brings warmth and humor to a story that reminds us how far women's rights have come.
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.
Angela Paschal graduated summa cum laude with her teaching degree after a scholarship program helped her push through financial hardship as a single mother. The first-generation graduate now joins Arizona's early childhood education workforce.
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, Nigeria, celebrated mothers for their vital role in building strong families and communities. His heartfelt message recognized their sacrifices and promised continued government support for maternal health and family wellbeing.
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.
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