Photo credit: assam.mygov.in At 15, Tileswar Handique was working as a daily-wage labourer in Assam, earning Rs 6 a day to help support his family. Then, one afternoon in 1979, a stranger offered him Rs 24 for a bunch of bananas, twice the prevailing market price. The sale gave him something to think about on…

A Noida woman transformed her high-rise balcony into a haven for birds, creating a peaceful escape from urban noise. Inspired by a trip to the hills, Ekta Nahar added plants, water, and grains, patiently building trust. Her balcony now attracts nearly 200 birds daily, highlighting the importance of safety and natural elements for avian visitors….

Every year, on Sharad Purnima, many Indian households prepare a bowl of kheer, cover it with a thin cloth and leave it under the full moon. By the next morning, the dessert is offered as prasad and shared with family members. For generations, this ritual has been part of the festival, but have you ever…