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In 34 Years, A Teacher Has Planted 50000 Trees To Turn Barren Land Into Green...
Often referred to as the Gateway to Thar, Rajasthan’s Jodhpur sits proudly at the edge of the famous desert, and is popular for its temples, palaces and forts, including the Mehrangarh Fort. But...
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Inspired by Youtube, Man Grows World’s Most Expensive Mangoes in Rajasthan
While Alphonso mangoes from the Konkan region, as well as the recently popularised 3.5-kilo heavy Noorjahan mangoes in Madhya Pradesh, are basking in the glory of their popularity on social media,...
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Dad’s Slipped Disc Inspires Son to Connect Rural India to Doctors For Just Rs 99
O In 2014, Dr Subhash Mehta, a Rajasthan-based general surgeon, suffered a slipped disc. While undergoing treatment, his medical practice had to be put on hold, as he was rendered bed ridden during the...
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Failing to Crack Exams Like UPSC, Friends Start ‘Super Mushrooms’ Biz, Now...
In 2013, Abhay Bishnoi from Rajasthan joined a Noida-based private firm after completing his graduation in engineering. However, a year into working at the organisation, he found that his salary and...
View ArticleUnique AC-Free School in Thar Keeps Students Cool In Temperatures Upto 50...
In the heart of the Thar desert, Rajkumari Ratnavati Girls School is not just an architectural marvel, but also a place where young girls can bring their dreams to life. In a state like Rajasthan,...
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Not A Single Branch Was Cut To Build This Three-Storey House On A 40-Foot...
Imagine being able to pluck fresh mangoes without having to move from bed. Or waking up to the sounds of birds right next to you, with their nests built inside your bedroom. For most of us, this sounds...
View ArticleWatch: He Failed UPSC & Turned to Grow Mushrooms Which Earns Him Lakhs
It wasn’t long ago that Abhay Bishnoi dreamed of becoming a civil servant when he quit his job in 2013. But failing the exam, he turned to Cordyceps Militaris mushrooms, better known as super...
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150 Yrs Ago, A Grandma’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Gave Jodhpur Its Iconic...
On the seventh day of my trip across Rajasthan, I arrived at Jodhpur, the blue heaven. While I’d powered through most of my shopping list, only one item remained – bangles. “Do not forget to visit...
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After Farming for a Decade, Man Builds International Brand with 3000 Organic...
In 2010, Yogesh Joshi knew his family would not be happy about organic farming. With almost everyone in the family, from his father to his uncles and cousins in the government service, entering...
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Engineer Uses Ancient Indian Paintings to Create 18-Acre Oasis In the Thar...
Khejri tree, also known as ghaf, was once found in abundance in Khejarli village and surrounding areas of Rajasthan. The tree has a historical significance as it led to the birth of the famous Chipko...
View ArticleMeet the Vet Who Used his Savings to Come up with India’s First Prosthetic...
Veterinary expert Dr Tapesh Mathur from Jaipur, Rajasthan, is one who constantly thinks about bettering the lives of animals. Them being stranded on the roadside without limb(s) is a common sight that...
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Ghee & Honey Hack Helps Farmer Earn Rs 20 Lakh/Year With Carrots that are...
Like all other farmers, Santosh Pachar from Jhigar Badi village in Rajasthan’s Sikar district, also wanted her produce to be regarded as the best in the market. A traditional farmer by profession,...
View ArticleHow Did A Quiet Rajasthan Village Become The World’s Largest Centre for...
It was Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II who, more than 500 years ago, introduced the art of papermaking to the tiny village of Sanganer near Jaipur. Today, Sanganeri handmade paper is known countrywide for...
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School Dropout’s Award-Winning Boiler Cuts Firewood Use From 100 Kg to 20 Kg
A science enthusiast and innovator, Subhash Ola once invented a DC thermal power plant for his no-electricity-village. Subhash started his experiments at the age of 13. He got a real passion for it...
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Harvard Invited This School Dropout From Barmer for Empowering 30,000 Women
Ruma Devi’s story is the stuff dreams are made of. From a small hamlet in Rajasthan’s Barmer district to delivering a lecture in Harvard, the 33-year-old has certainly seen a meteoric transformation....
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Married at 8, This Child Bride Fought Society to Stand her Ground & Become a...
Earlier this year, 26-year-old Rupa Yadav secured good marks in her MBBS final examination. What makes her story special is that she was a child bride, married off at the young age of eight years. And...
View ArticleFor Centuries, 75-YO Rajasthani Artist’s Family Has Handcrafted Jewels For...
Popular among the brides-to-be looking for a royal look, the timeless Meenakari jewellery of Rajasthan has always been in demand. For generations, Jaswant Kumar Meenakar’s family has been beautifully...
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In Rajasthan, Tea Seller Serves Free Chai & Breakfast to All Who Bring Him...
Near Kumbhalgarh Fort in Rajasthan, Bhaga Singh’s tea stall reads, “Give us plastic waste, drink tea in return.” Through this initiative, the tea stall owner is taking humble steps towards making...
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In Pics: One Artisan on a Mission to Revive Rajasthan’s 500-YO Artform, Takes...
At a time when there was no radio or television, Kavad art was considered an integral part of entertainment and the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan. Richly decorated with bright colours, Kavad is...
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Ex-Journalist Helps Camel Herders in Rajasthan Earn Rs 1 Crore Selling Camel...
Before 2015, camels were considered prized possession in Rajasthan. However, the 2015 Act prohibited camel slaughter and their export to other states. The change left generations of pastoralists, who...
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