Pages

Wednesday 7 December 2016

How a Determined Vet in Kaziranga Is Saving India’s Orphan Animals

Here is the latest positive news from The Better India Is this email not displaying correctly?
View it in your browser.
Hello! Here is today's edition of positive news!

How a Determined Vet in Kaziranga Is Saving India's Orphan Animals

Dec 07, 2016 04:00 pm | Sanchari Pal



The IFAW-WTI Wildlife Rescue Centre in Kaziranga is India's first scientifically managed wildlife rehabilitation and reintroduction programme. Here's the heartwarming story of Dr. Bhaskar Choudhary, the hardworking vet who has played a pivotal role in the success of this incredible programme.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like How a Determined Vet in Kaziranga Is Saving India's Orphan Animals on Facebook

Indian Navy Launches Massive Rescue Operation for 800 Tourists Stranded on Havelock Island

Dec 07, 2016 03:45 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



The Indian Navy has launched a rescue operation and has sent four ships to evacuate 800 tourists stranded on Havelock island located 40 km from Port Blair.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like Indian Navy Launches Massive Rescue Operation for 800 Tourists Stranded on Havelock Island on Facebook

TBI Blogs: Did You Know India Has 7 Specialised "Paramilitary" Forces? Watch This Video to Learn about Them!

Dec 07, 2016 03:13 pm | Factly



A nation as diverse as India faces enemies and threats that are as diverse as well. To counter all these various threats, our country has certain specialised armed forces that are trained and deployed specifically to meet certain needs.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI Blogs: Did You Know India Has 7 Specialised

The New Hard-Nosed Chief Justice of India: 7 Interesting Things You Should Know about JS Khehar

Dec 07, 2016 12:41 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



Seven things to know about the new CJI Justice Khehar, who will be sworn in on January 4 and will hold the tenure for over seven months till August 27, 2017.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like The New Hard-Nosed Chief Justice of India: 7 Interesting Things You Should Know about JS Khehar on Facebook

TBI Blogs: A Greater Courage: Meet Devi – Sexually Exploited, but Unbroken and Unbowed

Dec 07, 2016 11:57 am | CurleyStreet Media



There are 18 million children enslaved in India, all of whom face some form of sexual exploitation everyday. Devi is a resilient young mother who went from being a victim to a survivor of sexual exploitation, and now dreams of leading the way for other women.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI Blogs: A Greater Courage: Meet Devi – Sexually Exploited, but Unbroken and Unbowed on Facebook

After Walking 1,000 Km for Justice, Indian Expat in Dubai Reaches Home with Sushma Swaraj's Help

Dec 07, 2016 11:52 am | Tanaya Singh



Jagannathan Selvaraj, a native of Tiruchirappalli, is known as the man who walked 1,000 km over a year to attend labour court proceedings in Dubai while fighting a case for his flight ticket to India. And he is finally home now, all thanks to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like After Walking 1,000 Km for Justice, Indian Expat in Dubai Reaches Home with Sushma Swaraj's Help on Facebook

TBI Blogs: Is Hindi the National Language of India? Watch This Video to Find Out!

Dec 06, 2016 06:08 pm | MyPromoVideos



Most Indians assume that Hindi is the National Language of India. The truth, though, is not that simple!

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI Blogs: Is Hindi the National Language of India? Watch This Video to Find Out! on Facebook

Iron Lady: How the Feminist in Jayalalithaa Had Empowered the Women of Tamil Nadu

Dec 06, 2016 06:02 pm | Aminah Sheikh



Here's a look at how Jayalalithaa played mother to women folk in Tamil Nadu by providing them with socio-economic authority.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like Iron Lady: How the Feminist in Jayalalithaa Had Empowered the Women of Tamil Nadu on Facebook

TBI Blogs: Suffering from High Blood Pressure? Here Are 5 Common Foods That Can Help Keep It in Control

Dec 06, 2016 04:48 pm | Taruna



If your blood pressure is too high, it puts extra strain on your blood vessels, heart, and other organs, such as the brain, kidneys, and eyes. Read on to find out about five foods you can include in your diet to help combat this common affliction.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI Blogs: Suffering from High Blood Pressure? Here Are 5 Common Foods That Can Help Keep It in Control on Facebook

Lonwadi Got Its First Toilet Due to Anjana Bai. Now You Can Help It Become Open Defecation Free.

Dec 06, 2016 04:10 pm | Manabi Katoch



Lonwadi is a small village in the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra. This backward village has made great progress, thanks to the patronage of one trust. But the villagers still lack one basic amenity - the toilet!

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like Lonwadi Got Its First Toilet Due to Anjana Bai. Now You Can Help It Become Open Defecation Free. on Facebook

VIDEO: This Security Guard's Singing Talent Is Going Viral on Social Media. For the Right Reason!

Dec 06, 2016 04:06 pm | Tanaya Singh



"Any human anywhere will blossom in a hundred unexpected talents and capacities simply by being given the opportunity to do so."

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like VIDEO: This Security Guard's Singing Talent Is Going Viral on Social Media. For the Right Reason! on Facebook

How Ibrahimpur Became the First Village in South India to Go Cashless

Dec 06, 2016 03:27 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



Ibrahimpur village in Siddipet district of Telangana has become the first village in South India to go cashless by taking all its business transactions online.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like How Ibrahimpur Became the First Village in South India to Go Cashless on Facebook

TBI Blogs: Meet Dr. Manga Devi, a Visionary, Teacher, and 'Mother' to Hundreds of Loving Children

Dec 06, 2016 03:23 pm | Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation



Few people are able to effectively bridge the divide between the urban and the rural populations in India, and be equally loved by both. Here is a stalwart lady who has made it her life's mission to bring these two sections closer together through compassion, love, and dedication.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI Blogs: Meet Dr. Manga Devi, a Visionary, Teacher, and 'Mother' to Hundreds of Loving Children on Facebook

72-Year-Old Artist Playing Violin for His Cancer-Stricken Wife Tugs the Nation's Heartstrings

Dec 06, 2016 02:10 pm | Guest Contributor



Swapan Sett has been travelling across the country, playing music on busy streets and selling his art, so that he can see his wife hale and hearty again.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like 72-Year-Old Artist Playing Violin for His Cancer-Stricken Wife Tugs the Nation's Heartstrings on Facebook

A 10-Year-Old Makes Us See the Difficulties a Single Mom Has to Face to Get Passport for Her Kids

Dec 06, 2016 12:28 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



The story of 10-year-old Mohammad, a resident of Mumbai who has not been able to get his passport, gives a glimpse of the troubles single mothers have to face.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like A 10-Year-Old Makes Us See the Difficulties a Single Mom Has to Face to Get Passport for Her Kids on Facebook

In Conversation with MasterChef Judge Kunal Kapur, One of India's Most Celebrated Chefs

Dec 06, 2016 10:41 am | Sanchari Pal



One of India's most-loved culinary stars, Chef Kunal Kapur is best known as the host and judge of the TV series MasterChef India Season 1, 2, 3 and 5. In a freewheeling discussion, the popular celebrity chef talked to The Better India about his life, his work and his love affair with food.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like In Conversation with MasterChef Judge Kunal Kapur, One of India's Most Celebrated Chefs on Facebook

TBI EXCLUSIVE: Meet Sandhya Suri, One of Indian Navy's First Women Officers to Serve on a Warship

Dec 05, 2016 06:37 pm | Aminah Sheikh



TBI speaks to retired Naval Officer Sandhya Suri, who is among the few women posted to serve on board an Indian Naval Warship.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI EXCLUSIVE: Meet Sandhya Suri, One of Indian Navy's First Women Officers to Serve on a Warship on Facebook

TBI Blogs: City School Children Contributed Some Materials. And Just Like That, a Rural School Was Transformed.

Dec 05, 2016 05:53 pm | Goonj



History tells us that brilliance, achievement, innovation, and excellence are never the exclusive domain of either cities or villages. This heartwarming story of a school in the deep interiors of West Bengal is a story of hope for education, and how it turned into a transformative force.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like TBI Blogs: City School Children Contributed Some Materials. And Just Like That, a Rural School Was Transformed. on Facebook

"I Am Deaf & I Love to Dance!"- Inclusive Dance Festival Offers a Platform to the Disabled

Dec 05, 2016 05:00 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



Tandav, an inclusive dance festival that brings together people from diverse backgrounds – including persons with disabilities and children from difficult backgrounds, is set to take place in Bengaluru on December 11, 2016.

Read This Story
share on Twitter Like

Recent Stories You May Have Missed:

These 'Plastic' Bags Are Actually Made of Potato & Tapioca – and Can Become Animal Food on Disposal!
The Ghazi Mystery: What Caused the Sinking of the Pakistani Submarine Near Vizag In 1971
Udaipur's Hooligans and Troublemakers Are Facing a New Terror – These Incredible Women Cops in Blue!
Clean, Potable & Smart: Water ATMs Will Provide Safe Drinking Water to Slum-Dwellers in Bhubaneswar
This Bihar IPS Officer Teaches Migrant Workers' Kids Every Evening. And they Love It!

FOLLOW US:

FACEBOOK | TWITTER | GOOGLE+ | YOUTUBE

Copyright © 2016 The Better India, All rights reserved.
unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences 

No comments:

Post a Comment