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(Search results - 76)IndiaMar 10, 2024, 12:56 PM IST
Centre launches landmark initiative to promote mother tongue education across India; check details
In a significant stride towards promoting education in mother tongues, the Indian government has unveiled a landmark initiative introducing schooling in 52 non-scheduled Indian languages, including 17 tribal languages. In accordance with the goals outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched this initiative to give students from various regions of the country access to education in their native languages.
IndiaMar 3, 2024, 12:42 PM IST
Incredible engineering feat: Bill Gates visited Statue of Unity
Bill Gates recently visited the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. He was mesmerised by the statue and called it an "incredible engineering feat". He also visited a garden nearby and had a traditional Gujarati meal at a cafeteria run by tribal women.
India UntoldFeb 28, 2024, 9:54 AM IST
Sheikh Abdullah: A Simple Transition to Modern Farming Methods Led to the Transformation of Ghazipur Market
In the early 1990s, Sheikh Abdullah, a resident of Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, adopted modern farming methods to increase the production of tomatoes on his land. After he started making profits, he began educating other farmers about his methods. Gradually, a local market was established to facilitate the sales of the increased production.
India UntoldFeb 26, 2024, 10:21 AM IST
Yogesh Baliyan: This Farmer Sells Tea Prepared with Sugarcane Juice; Read more about his food van
Yogesh Baliyan, a farmer from Muzaffarnagar, embarked on his natural farming journey in 2015. He established a mobile food van that runs on solar energy. Today, he earns between Rs 5 to 7 thousand daily. Moreover, he also extends his help to other farmers who express interest in making similar vehicles to establish another source of income.
India UntoldFeb 24, 2024, 9:56 AM IST
Remarkable journey of Rekha Devi, a homemaker from Bihar, who established a mushroom farming business
Rekha Devi, a homemaker from Gopalganj, Bihar, wished to utilize her free time when her kids left home to pursue their goals. She began the cultivation of mushrooms in an unused room at home. Over time, her venture became profitable, and today she earns lakhs of rupees with her endeavours.
Travel NewsFeb 22, 2024, 12:16 PM IST
Chasing 'Flame of the Forest' this Spring in this quaint village of West Bengal, Purulia
Escape the urban chaos this spring by exploring the serene village of Purulia, West Bengal, adorned with the fiery blooms of the 'Flame of the Forest'. Discover the tranquility of Bagmundi Hills and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the region, highlighted by the famous 'Chou' dance
India UntoldFeb 22, 2024, 11:23 AM IST
An Ingenious Farming Method Developed by a Gujarati Farmer that Saves Costs while Increasing Production
Ashwin Nariya has been engaged with organic farming for the past 20 years. He educates other farmers about his farming methods that involves the use of cow urine, cow dung, cow milk, and turmeric in the fields. This approach has proved beneficial as many farmers have been able to increase their production at reduced costs.
TravelFeb 19, 2024, 2:48 PM IST
Hampi to Spiti Valley: 7 underrated travel destinations in India
Discover India's hidden treasures! From the mystical ruins of Hampi to the serene beauty of Majuli, explore offbeat destinations and unravel the rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural wonders waiting to be discovered
Travel NewsFeb 17, 2024, 1:11 PM IST
Explore North East: Travel to these hidden treasures from Assam to Nagaland
Explore Northeast India's enchanting beauty and vibrant culture. From Majuli Island to Mokokchung, uncover hidden gems and unforgettable experiences in this offbeat destination
India UntoldFeb 15, 2024, 7:33 PM IST
Meet Sripathi, a tribal woman who passed the Civil Judge Exam at 23
23-year-old Sripathi from Tamil Nadu has made history by becoming the first tribal woman from the Malayali tribe in the state to be appointed as a civil judge. She hails from Javadhu Hills in Tiruvannamalai district.
India UntoldFeb 1, 2024, 1:06 PM IST
Meet Raimati Ghiuria, Odisha’s Queen of Millets
Raimati Ghiuria, a young tribal woman hailing from Odisha, is being recognized as the ‘Queen of Millets’ due to her contributions to preserving 30 varieties of rare millets. She also educates people on various aspects of millet cultivation, including techniques for growth, enhancing quality, and preservations.
India UntoldDec 28, 2023, 12:11 PM IST
An Artist’s Inspiring Journey to Preserving the Traditional Art of Puppetry
Ramesh Rawal shares that he has been involved with the making of puppets for more than 40 years. He is an accomplished artist who has performed in shows in Japan featuring Indian folk tales. Several puppet theatres are still thriving in countries like Iran, China, and Russia.
India UntoldNov 3, 2023, 10:26 AM IST
This 12th pass man is helping village women become self-reliant
In his village, Rajesh Ojha observed tribal women selling fruits by covering a daily distance of 10 to 15 kilometres. In 2017, he founded Jovaki Agrofood India to help them. He bought fruits daily at market rates, offering them a reliable source of income.
India UntoldSep 23, 2023, 9:06 AM IST
Amitabh Soni quit his job in London to bring a transformation in the tribal village of Kekadiya, Bhopal
Amitabh Soni worked in a London-based company after earning a degree in International Business for several years. He could not derive satisfaction from his work and wished to return to India. He finally quit his job in 2014 and came back to India to work on his dream mission. Today, he provides free education to the tribal children of Kekadiya village in Bhopal.
India UntoldAug 21, 2023, 4:37 PM IST
Rising from shackles of poverty, this ticket collector became a messiah for people as an IAS officer
Gandham Chandrudu’s first job was as a ticket collector, but he wanted to do more than that. After qualifying for the civil services exam, Gandham Chandrudu helped more than a thousand people receive education, helped get twenty thousand people registered as voters and set up the country’s first Oxygen plant during Covid.