A Town Without Autos, Cabs, Yet Nobody Is Stranded!

In most Indian towns getting from one place to another is just a matter of flagging down an auto or booking a cab on an app But in Chirmiri a coal-rich town tucked away in the green hills of Chhattisgarh the story is completely different Here there are no taxis no autos and no Ola or Uber Instead the entire town depends on a unique culture of generosity Stand by the roadside raise your hand and soon enough someone will stop and offer you a lift Whether it s a Jeep driver a motorcyclist or a neighbor passing by you will never be left stranded For the people of Chirmiri this is not a favor it is a way of life Geography Shapes DestinyChirmiri s transport story begins with its geography The city is spread across eight hilly zones such as Podi Haldibari Domn Hill Bada Bazaar and Gehlapani Each

11 Sep 2025

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When Fashion Meets Responsibility: EcoLine’s Journey from Waste to Wardrobe

Every minute over million PET bottles are discarded across the world Most of them end up in landfills and oceans taking nearly years to decompose choking ecosystems and devastating marine life India alone generates million tonnes of plastic waste annually according to a Nature study equivalent to lakh tonnes of waste every single day Amid this global crisis a man from Tamil Nadu is leading a quiet revolution Senthilkumar through his company Shree Renga Polymers and fashion label EcoLine Clothing is showing how innovation can breathe new life into waste Their motto is simple yet powerful Waste is not waste until you waste it Bottles One Chic BlazerImagine wearing a chic blazer that once floated as discarded plastic At EcoLine Clothing that imagination is reality It takes recycled PET bottles to create one blazer Their T-shirts made from around six bottles each are already making waves in the market for

10 Sep 2025

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Kerala’s Thiruvathira Performance Crosses Borders: Onam Celebrated On The Great Wall of China

This Onam a unique celebration unfolded atop one of the world s most famous landmarks the Great Wall of China Six women from Kerala part of a -member tourist group performed the traditional Thiruvathira dance transforming the historic site into a stage that celebrated the state s rich cultural heritage The graceful movements of the dancers drew attention from onlookers and spread the festive cheer far beyond home showcasing Kerala s traditions on a global platform From Social Media nbsp Ideas to RealityThe journey began weeks before the performance The group organized by Kannur-based travel company Kannur Safari stayed connected via a Social Media nbsp group to share ideas and plan their activities It was here that someone suggested that they wear traditional Kerala attire at the Great Wall The idea was great and it was soon followed by an ambitious proposal to perform Thiruvathira at the historic site The

9 Sep 2025

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Punjab Floods: Humanity That Even Waters Can’t Wash Away

In the middle of Punjab s worst flooding in years a simple act became a symbol of humanity A video that went viral on social media showed a man his home and fields submerged wading through waterlogged land with a flask of tea He wasn t carrying it for himself but for the relief workers who had come to distribute aid Despite having lost almost everything the family prepared tea for the volunteers offering gratitude in the only way they could The gesture captured the attention of millions and was reshared by former cricketer Harbhajan Singh Calling it the spirit of Punjab he wrote When volunteers went to deliver relief materials the flood-affected family despite having lost almost everything prepared tea and served it to the volunteers in return That s the spirit of Punjab Rab de bande It wasn t just tea it was a reminder that Punjab s

5 Sep 2025

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Michael Zervos: The Man Who Travelled the World in 498 Days to Collect Stories of Happiness!

In the quiet isolation of the pandemic when the world was battling anxiety and despair Michael Zervos found himself reflecting on a simple yet profound question What makes people truly happy Struggling with depression during those years the American filmmaker with Greek roots imagined a journey that would not only take him across the globe but also connect him with people s happiest memories The Record-Breaking ExpeditionOn January Michael boarded a plane to Russia via Paris carrying nothing but a year of preparation and a logbook that would soon be filled with stories His ambitious goal to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to visit all sovereign countries overall previously set at days By the time he returned to Detroit Michigan on May he had smashed the record visiting nearly countries in just days Alongside the global record he also earned the title of fastest male to

4 Sep 2025

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The Secret Behind the World’s Most Peaceful Nation

Iceland the Nordic nation celebrated for its volcanoes glaciers hot springs and northern lights has secured the No spot in the Global Peace Index GPI For the th year in a row Iceland continues to show the world that peace can be sustained even in uncertain times The GPI published by the Australia-based Institute for Economics amp Peace IEP measures the relative peacefulness of countries and territories covering of the global population It looks at factors like societal safety international conflict and militarization What Makes Iceland So Peaceful Iceland is not just a geographical wonder it is also a remarkable social success story The nation stands out for its exceptionally low crime rates where violent crime is rare and the justice system prioritizes rehabilitation over punishment Its strong sense of social cohesion built on equality trust and mutual respect further strengthens the fabric of society Unlike many countries Iceland has

2 Sep 2025

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National Space Day 2025: Bridging the Past and Future of India’s Space Journey

On August India made history by becoming the first country to reach the Moon s south pole a feat achieved by the Chandrayaan- mission With this achievement India joined the exclusive club of nations that have landed on the Moon becoming the fourth country globally to do so To honor this milestone Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared August as National Space Day a day to celebrate India s space saga and inspire future generations nbsp This year National Space Day carries the theme Bridging the Past and Future Honoring Traditional Astronomy and Showcasing Modern Space Achievements The celebrations highlight not only the scientific and technological advancements of ISRO but also India s deep cultural connection with astronomy stretching from Aryabhatta s time to the upcoming Gaganyaan human spaceflight Inspiring the Next GenerationNational Space Day puts students at its core Across schools colleges and universities events are being organized to spark

23 Aug 2025

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Timeless Flames: India’s Lost Cooking Traditions Return

The first time I noticed my grandmother cooking in a clay pot I remember asking her why she didn t just use the shiny steel vessels stacked nearby She smiled tapped the pot with her spoon and said Beta mitti saans leti hai Khana zyada jeevant lagta hai Clay breathes it makes the food feel more alive At that moment I didn t fully understand her words But years later when I saw chefs in upscale restaurants proudly returning to the same mitti ke bartan her wisdom came rushing back It reminded me that what we often dismiss as old-fashioned is in fact timeless knowledge waiting to be rediscovered Cooking with Earth The Magic of Clay PotsCooking in clay has been part of Indian kitchens for centuries My grandmother s dal simmered in clay had a depth I ve never found in steel vessels Clay s porous nature allows gentle

22 Aug 2025

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Five Women Take Charge of South-Central Railway’s Most Crucial Divisions

In a landmark development the South-Central Railway SCR has made history by appointing women officers to lead five of its most critical departments Operations Commercial Finance Security and Medical This is the first time in the zone s history that these diverse and demanding departments vital for train operations passenger safety financial management and healthcare are simultaneously headed by women This development is not just about representation it highlights the growing role of women in Indian Railways an organization traditionally dominated by men and the immense responsibilities women officers shoulder in ensuring the system runs smoothly Meet the Leaders K Padmaja Principal Chief Operations ManagerAn officer from the batch of the Indian Railway Traffic Service IRTS K Padmaja is currently the Principal Chief Operations Manager She is responsible for ensuring the punctuality of passenger trains smooth scheduling and freight operations across the busy SCR zone Operations is often described as

22 Aug 2025

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