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Inspiring individuals and initiatives protecting and reviving our planet through climate action, sustainability, and environmental conservation.

Hyderabad Teens Diya Loka and Sahithi Radha Lead the Fight Against E-Waste Through ‘E-Cycl’, a Student-Led Initiative

At 17, they are leading a global youth movement transforming e-waste into refurbished devices for education.

Tamil Nadu Farmer Turns 50-Acre Farmland into Thriving Sanctuary, Hosting Over 1,800 Wild Deer

A Tamil Nadu farmer’s compassion turned 50 acres of farmland into a sanctuary for 1,800 deer.

Driving to Uttarakhand This Winter? State to Impose Green Tax on Out-of-State Vehicles from December 1; All You Need to Know

Uttarakhand will levy automated green tax on vehicles from other states starting December 2025 to reduce pollution and preserve its delicate environment.

From Crisis to Hope: How Zurich’s Greencity Powers a 2000-Watt Revolution Against Climate Chaos

Zurich’s Greencity embodies the 2000-Watt Society vision—proving sustainable, low-energy urban living is achievable and inspiring.

The Copenhagen Model: Cycling Policy That Revitalized the City’s Health, Environment, and Economy

Copenhagen’s cycling surge, with 675,000 bikes versus 120,000 cars, reshaped the city. Visionary policies and infrastructure investments cut 90,000 tonnes of CO₂, boost health, and generate $1-2 million daily benefits.

Barcelona’s Superblocks Cut Pollution by 30%: Can Indian Cities Replicate This Green Urban Model?

Barcelona's pedestrian green zones, offer a replicable model for India's 206 cities struggling with air quality violations.

Peepal Baba: The Environmentalist Who Has Planted Over 24 Million Trees Across 18 States in 47 Years of Green Service

Peepal Baba’s unwavering dedication has mobilised thousands across India to plant and nurture millions of trees, blending spirituality with environmental activism.

From Daily Wager to Padma Shri: How Assam’s Sarbeswar Basumatary Transformed Farming and Lives

Assam’s Sarbeswar Basumatary transformed his life and region through innovative, integrated farming and mentorship.

Govt Announces 100% Subsidy on EV Charging Infrastructure via PM E-Drive, Issues Guidelines for Setting Up Stations

Government’s ₹10,900 crore PM E-Drive scheme offers full subsidy for nationwide EV charging infrastructure rollout.

Dhordo Becomes Gujarat’s Fourth Fully Solar Village Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, Sets Benchmark for Sustainable India

Dhordo village achieves full solar power adoption under PM scheme, boosting income and sustainability for residents.

Karnataka Declares Bengaluru Cantonment Colony a Biodiversity Heritage Site in Green Push

The Karnataka Biodiversity Board designates Bengaluru’s Cantonment Railway Colony as a Biodiversity Heritage Site, protecting 8.61 acres and 368 trees.

India’s First Bamboo-Based Ethanol Plant in Assam Harnesses North East’s Finest Bamboo

The plant processes five lakh tonnes of indigenous bamboo annually, driving clean energy and rural prosperity.

Maharashtra Grants Full Toll Exemption for EVs on Three Major Highways, Including Atal Setu

Maharashtra exempts toll charges for electric vehicles on major highways from August 2025, advancing the state’s clean mobility goals.

Northeast Frontier Railway Becomes First to Use Compostable Bio-Plastic Bags, Collaborates with IIT Guwahati

Northeast Frontier Railway, partnering with IIT Guwahati, introduces biodegradable bedroll bags on 25 trains to reduce plastic waste and promote eco-friendly travel across India’s Northeast.

India’s First Garbage Cafe Gives Food in Exchange for Plastic Waste, Boosts Chhattisgarh’s Cleanliness Drive

Ambikapur’s Garbage Café in Chhattisgarh leads India’s fight against plastic pollution and hunger by turning waste into meals, inspiring cleaner cities and social dignity.

Karnataka Women’s Group Wins Prestigious UN Award 2025 for Reviving Millets and Green Farming

Karnataka’s Bibi Fatima SHG champions millet revival and eco-friendly farming, winning global acclaim and empowering thousands of farmers.

Chennai Unveils First City Biodiversity Index: 20% Natural Ecosystems Mapped, Model to Extend Across Tamil Nadu

Chennai’s inaugural biodiversity index highlights critical natural ecosystems, native species diversity, and the need for stronger urban conservation governance.

Foreign Nationals Lead Gurugram Cleanliness Drive; MCG Welcomes Move, Admits Waste Management Gaps

Foreign nationals residing in Gurugram partnered with locals to clean streets and drains, spotlighting shared civic responsibility amid persistent sanitation challenges.

Indian Railways Unveils First Removable Solar Panel System Between Tracks in Varanasi, Pioneering Green Energy

Varanasi becomes India’s first city to feature between-track removable solar panels, advancing Indian Railways’ net-zero mission.

For Decades, Padma Shri Sundaram Verma Has Grown 60,000 Trees in Rajasthan with One Litre of Water

A Rajasthan farmer’s innovative dry farming method using just one litre of water per sapling has transformed arid farming and earned him the Padma Shri.

India’s 79th Independence Day: Gujarat’s Modhera Powers the ‘Naya Bharat’ Vision as First 24/7 Solar-Powered Village

Modhera in Gujarat is a national example of running entirely on solar energy, achieving energy independence and heritage preservation.

From Waste to Wealth: Tapas Foundation Converts 60 Tons of Delhi Landfill Waste into Sustainable Bricks

Tapas Foundation’s innovative campaign converts landfill construction waste into eco-friendly bricks, advancing sustainability and livelihoods.

How One tribal Woman’s Fight Against Mafia United 10,000 From 1,000 Villages to Save Trees

For over two decades, Jamuna Tudu has fearlessly mobilised thousands to protect 50 hectares of Sal forest in Jharkhand from destructive timber mafias through community vigilance and cultural traditions.

Tourists Clean Up in Arunachal’s Roing After Local Confronts Them for Littering, Inspiring Responsible Travel

A local officer’s constructive approach inspired tourists in Roing, Arunachal Pradesh, to clean their litter and spark discussions on sustainable tourism.

When Over a Thousand Die and Millions Are Displaced, Southeast Asia’s Floods Become a Warning the World Must Not Ignore

As unprecedented floods sweep Southeast Asia, millions suffer in silence while global attention lags, exposing dangerous inequalities in climate reporting and the escalating threat facing every nation.

Nation Builders 2024 – Mahindra:  Forging a Resilient Future, Anchoring National Development

Mahindra's unwavering dedication to social responsibility exemplifies its role as a catalyst for transformation