Venkatraghavan – whether player, umpire or administrator, he excelled with unwavering dedication
To play one leading role in cricket is admirable and to excel in two or three different avatars is really praiseworthy. But when a...
A blend of old and new can go a long way in meeting water needs – a study on Bundelkhand shows
Participative, people-based solutions have proven to be the most effective for water-scarcity issues, says Bharat Dogra, focusing on the Bundelkhand area which is increasingly...
Ghoomar initiative, focusing on local fruits, boosts earnings of tribal communities in Rajasthan
Focussed on sustainable livelihoods and on environment care, Ghoomar Mahila Producer Company has brightened the prospects of tribal communities. Ghoomar and its members are...
Rural women’s groups combine economic progress with social reform in Rajasthan’s Pali and Udaipur
Tribal and Adivasi women, organised as self-help groups of various strengths, are gaining in knowledge, capabilities and assertiveness, contributing to both economic and social...
Solimar Systems to sponsor Inkjet Summit 2025
Solimar Systems, a leading provider of workflow software solutions for print production and digital communications, announced its commitment to the printing industry as a...
Using AI, gamification to engage readers, and how
As AI continues to evolve, news organisations are rethinking their roles and exploring new ways to engage younger audiences. At the Indian Printers Summit,...
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Water conservation a low priority for Indians today, but once we were leaders in harvesting water
A large majority of people have not understood what rainwater harvesting is, said Sekhar Raghavan, director, Rain Centre. “India was one of the leaders...
Unheard stories – understanding the world of a special child’s mother
There is a lot of difference between a normal child and a special child – a lot of planning is required for a special...
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