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From Cyclone Survivors To Coastal Guardians: Odisha’s Women On A Mission To Build A One Million-Mangrove Shield
Women who survived Odisha’s devastating cyclones are restoring one million mangroves to strengthen coastal resilience, revive biodiversity and secure sustainable livelihoods.
From a Mother’s Kitchen to a Women-Led Farming Startup: How Amratahaar Is Bringing India’s Forgotten Grains Back
A Mother’s Love Sparked an Entrepreneurial Journey Sometimes, the most meaningful businesses begin not with a business plan, but with a mother’s love. For Megha
Meet ‘Forest Man Of India’ Jadav Payeng, Who Spent Four Decades Transforming Barren Land Into A 1,360-Acre Forest
After witnessing wildlife perish during floods in 1979, Jadav Payeng spent four decades creating a thriving forest that now stands as a global symbol of grassroots environmental conservation.
How IFS Officer Arvinder Singh Helped Reimagine Bihar’s Environmental Future Beyond Its Lost Forests
From expanding green cover through agroforestry to strengthening wildlife conservation, Arvinder Singh’s journey reflects Bihar’s long-term ecological transformation through collaborative public service.
Hyderabad Gets First Footpath Made From Recycled Plastic To Support Sustainable Urban Development
GHMC has transformed discarded plastic waste into a 2-km pedestrian footpath, showcasing how sustainable infrastructure can help tackle urban landfill pollution.
This Family’s Zero-Waste Wedding for 600 Guests Proves Sustainability Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive
A family’s thoughtfully planned wedding showcased how sustainable choices, reusable materials and farm-sourced décor can make large celebrations environmentally responsible without increasing costs.
Ladakh Cracks Down On Single-Use Plastic With Penalty Of Up To ₹10,000 To Protect Fragile Himalayan Ecosystem
Ladakh has introduced strict penalties and multi-agency enforcement to curb plastic pollution and protect its vulnerable high-altitude environment.
How Broken Clay Pots Help Trees Survive Morocco’s Heat While Conserving Precious Water
A traditional Moroccan practice turns broken pottery into an effective water-saving solution.
From Chambal to the Green Oscar: How Parveen Shaikh Helped Save Endangered Indian Skimmers
Through a community-led conservation model, Parveen Shaikh helped improve Indian Skimmer survival and earned global recognition with the 2026 Whitley Award.
Meet Padma Shri Awardee Hally War, Who Dedicated Nearly 50 Years To Growing Meghalaya’s Iconic Living Root Bridge
Hally War from Meghalaya dedicated nearly five decades to growing a living root bridge rooted in Khasi tradition and ecological wisdom.
How Chennai’s Thaaragai Aarathana Turned Childhood Dives Into a Mission Against Plastic Pollution
Chennai’s young ocean advocate combines swimming, diving and art to protect marine ecosystems.
Shyam Sunder Paliwal Turned Daughter Kiran’s Memory Into 111 Trees for Every Girl
Piplantri turned daughters’ births into celebrations, linking gender equality with environmental restoration.
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