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Why Women’s Hearts Deserve Better—and How Science Is Finally Catching Up

Women are often underdiagnosed and undertreated when it comes to heart disease, particularly conditions like aortic stenosis. Studies like the...

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Arunava Banerjee

‘We Sold Everything Off’: A Retd Navy Officer & His Family Are Cruising the World on Their Solar-Powered Boat

Capt Gaurav Gautam and his family have been living on a boat since 2022. Here’s how they do it.

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Krystelle Dsouza

Why This Valentine’s Day Should Be About More Than Just Romance

This Valentine’s, celebrate love in its most beautiful form — by giving back. From supporting underprivileged communities to rescuing animals or...

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Shivani Gupta

Watch: A 20-Year Age Gap & Shared Empathy for Strays Brought This Couple Together

Despite a 20-year age gap, Nikhil and Geeta found love through their shared mission of rescuing stray animals, proving that compassion heals all...

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Mervin Preethi

This Tamil Nadu Village’s Eco-Friendly Tiles Tell a 200-Year-Old Story

From the heart of Tamil Nadu’s Chettinad region, Athangudi tiles blend tradition, artistry, and sustainability, captivating the world with their...

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Mervin Preethi

Can Pickles Change Lives? This Andhra Aunt-Niece Duo Says ‘Yes’

Neha Alluri and Usha Sarvarayalu — the founders of The Manduva Project are on a mission to revive Andhra’s culinary heritage and empower rural...

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Mervin Preethi

Planting Love: Grow Flowers That Last Beyond a Valentine’s Day Bouquet

Skip the fleeting bouquets this Valentine's Day — plant these romantic perennials instead and watch your love bloom year after year.

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Megha Chowdhury

‘I Tried a Recipe for Fun’: Now, This Pune Man’s Multi-Lakh Bakery Brings Global Breads to India

From the Jewish challah to the Italian foccacia, this bakery in Pune gives you a chance to sample bread from across the world.

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Krystelle Dsouza

‘I Saw Myself on Screen’: Indian Women Share Why ‘Mrs.’ Feels Personal

'Mrs.' is making waves for its raw and honest portrayal of marriage. From emotional labor to gender inequality, it holds up a mirror to reality —...

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Megha Chowdhury

An App That Walks You Through Delhi’s History — Built by 4 Noida Teens

Developed by a team of Class 12 students, WaPas uses technology to reconnect people with the forgotten history of Delhi. The app offers...

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Megha Chowdhury

This Ex-Banker Turned an Unexpected Idea into a Rs 5 Lakh Microgreens Business

A former banker quietly built a Rs 5 lakh-a-month business in his home. No soil, no sunlight — just trays of nutrient-packed microgreens growing in...

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Raajwrita Dutta

An Abandoned Train Coach Became a Lifesaver, Thanks to This Officer’s Vision

Ity Pandey, the Divisional Railway Manager in Bhusawal, introduced Rudra, a ‘hospital on wheels’ initiative, to provide accessible healthcare to...

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Raajwrita Dutta

This Valentine’s Day #GiftProtection: Donate Rs 40 to Save a Dog From Road Accidents

Pawsitivity has helped 20 lakh dogs across India with reflective collars that help avert road accidents. But thousands of ‘unprotected’ dogs...

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Krystelle Dsouza

Comedy or Crossing the Line?: Indians React to Ranveer Allahbadia’s Controversial Question

Beyond the Viral Moment: How a YouTube show sparked a national debate about comedy, responsibility, and digital content in India

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Megha Chowdhury

Love, but Make It Sustainable: 6 Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Gifts for Your Favourite People

This Valentine’s Day, celebrate the women who’ve always been there — your mom, sister, or best friend — with these thoughtful, eco-friendly gifts...

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Raajwrita Dutta

Manipur Man Single-Handedly Lights up 1000s of Homes in Remote Hill Villages With Solar Power

In the remote hills of Manipur, Seth Moirangthem’s SNL Energy Solutions is revolutionising lives with solar power. Women now work beyond dusk, and...

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Shivani Gupta

Save Thousands with These Natural Fertilisers & Fungicides + Learn Zero Budget Farming

By using local resources like cow dung, cow urine, jaggery, and chillies, farmers can eliminate the need for chemical fertilisers and pesticides....

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Shivani Gupta

Class 10 Dropout From Tamil Nadu Makes Rs 12 Lakh a Year in Moringa Farming

From a school dropout to a celebrated entrepreneur, Ponnarasi’s journey with moringa farming is generating Rs 12 lakh annual revenue while...

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Mervin Preethi

24 Hours in Rishikesh: The Only Itinerary You Need for Peace, Adventure & Everything in Between

Got a weekend to spare and want to make it perfect? Here’s where you can stay, eat, and experience the local culture of Rishikesh.

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Krystelle Dsouza