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Wondering About BS Norms & the Huge Discounts on 2-Wheelers? Here’s What You Need to Know

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Wondering About BS Norms & the Huge Discounts on 2-Wheelers? Here's What You Need to Know

Mar 31, 2017 04:24 pm | Sanchari Pal



As a landmark SC judgement paves the way for the adoption of BS IV emission norms throughout the country, here's the low-down on emission norms and why you should care about them.

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TBI Blogs: Did You Know Children Younger Than 14 Have the Right to Attend Free School?

Mar 31, 2017 04:23 pm | Teach For India



Child labour continues to be a difficult and thorny problem across many parts of the developing world. However, children and organisations all over the world are increasingly fighting this menace to give future generations a chance of a happy childhood.

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Bengaluru Environmentalist Reveals How to Save on Water & Electricity Bills Without Losing Comfort

Mar 31, 2017 04:00 pm | Guest Contributor



Sunil Sood, an energy consultant and environment activist, can show you the way to save energy and water in your homes and workplaces without losing comfort.

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Did You Know That You Can Now File an RTI Query Orally?

Mar 31, 2017 03:34 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



The RTI Act has been popular with citizens and activists with 9.76 lakh applications filed between 2015 and 2016 alone.

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TBI Blogs: India's Blind Cricket Team Has Participated in 4 World Cups over 27 Years. And It Recently Won Too.

Mar 31, 2017 01:01 pm | Eyeway



Cricket for the blind can become a means for expression, exposure, and empowerment for the visually impaired population of our country. George Abraham explores the evolving acceptance of this unique sport.

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This Ad Depicting a Mother-Daughter Bond Is Breaking Hearts and Barriers

Mar 31, 2017 12:58 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



The digital film has gone viral with more than 600,000 views on YouTube in two days.

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Revered by Africans, This Indian-Origin Icon Dedicated His Life to Fighting Racism and Inequality

Mar 31, 2017 11:17 am | Sanchari Pal



Affectionately known as "Uncle Kathy", Ahmed Kathrada was one of Nelson Mandela's closest aides and played a major role in shaping South Africa's post-apartheid policies.

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You Can Now Fly to 43 Indian Airports for ₹2,500. Click Here for the Routes

Mar 31, 2017 11:16 am | Aishhwariya Subramanian



Under the government's UDAN scheme, fares of many one-hour-long flights, mostly connecting tier-2 cities, are set to be capped.

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She Lost Her Eyesight at 22. Yet, she helps 10 Underprivileged Women Earn a Living!

Mar 30, 2017 07:12 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



Radhika Kavathkar, who lost her vision at the age of 22 to an undiagnosed complication, has not only made herself independent, but has helped over 20 women earn a living by founding a self-help group.

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One Man Wants to Change the Landscape of Indian Cinema by Training Kids to Become Filmmakers

Mar 30, 2017 07:09 pm | Aditi Patwardhan



Through Cinevidya, cinematographer-producer Amitabha Singh is trying to take filmmaking to children in all corners of India.

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Ready to Travel Cheaper? Railways May Soon Slash Shatabdi & Rajdhani Fares!

Mar 30, 2017 06:37 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has reportedly asked authorities to review the current pricing system, which could result in cheaper tickets.

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The New Organic Farm at ISB Has Become an Unlikely Stress Buster for Its Students

Mar 30, 2017 05:42 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



The farm features a number of vegetables, including carrots, coriander, spinach, radish and more.

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Students in Rural Rajasthan Are Being Educated On Important Social Issues. On The Phone!

Mar 30, 2017 05:40 pm | Lucy Plummer



A charity is using audio stories accessed through mobile phones to educate boys on gender equality and social issues in rural Rajasthan. Here's how!

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TBI Blogs: Beat the Heat with an Easy Cooling Solution That Costs a Tenth of an AC

Mar 30, 2017 05:24 pm | Anil K Rajvanshi



Climbing temperatures and soaring summer heat means greater expenditure to cool homes, provided there are no issues with electricity supply. However, here is an easy way to cool your house even in the peak of summer, at minimal cost.

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How a Made-In-India Tele-ECG Machine Can Help Bring Down the Number of Fatal Heart Attacks

Mar 30, 2017 05:20 pm | Sohini Dey



Developed by Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, this portable device is being adopted by firms to facilitate easier ECG reading and expert consultation from remote areas.

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In a Drought-Prone Marathwada Village, Farmers' Incomes Have Gone up 700% in the Past Decade

Mar 30, 2017 03:50 pm | Sanchari Pal



Supported by KVK and ICAR, the residents of Kadwanchi embraced the spirit of the community conservation to transform their severely drought-prone hamlet into one of the most prosperous villages in the region.

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This Techie-Turned-Farmer Has Many Useful Tips for You to Take up Natural Farming

Mar 30, 2017 03:45 pm | Manabi Katoch



Shankar left his job in 2012 after working for Infosys for 15 years in India and abroad, and opted to become a farmer.

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Cheaper or Costlier? This is How GST Will Affect Your Everyday Life

Mar 30, 2017 02:06 pm | Sanchari Pal



If you have been wondering about how GST will affect your pocket, here is a quick explanation about how this tax legislation will impact the prices of goods and services in India.

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Use These Plastic Recycling Machines at 10 Mumbai Train Stations and Get Paid for It!

Mar 30, 2017 02:03 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



A total of 20 of these machines will be set up in 10 suburban railway stations in the city.

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TBI Blogs: How Crocheting Is Helping Women in a South Delhi Slum Knit Their Lives Together

Mar 30, 2017 01:48 pm | Action for Excellence in Children and Women Foundation



Often, traditional skills and learnings can be leveraged to generate income opportunities and livelihoods, particularly for underprivileged communities. A group of women from a South Delhi slum are doing just that through the traditional art of crocheting.

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I Met The Siddi People Of India And It Widened My Perception Of What It Means To Be 'Indian'

Mar 30, 2017 01:01 pm | Lucy Plummer



After an encounter with this Indo-African community in Karnataka, India, I learnt that there are many faces of India and that being 'Indian' is more then skin deep.

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This Man's Brutally Honest Account of Racism in India Calls for Introspection

Mar 30, 2017 12:34 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



Many Indians have rushed to support Nana Kofi Yalley on social media following his post.

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TBI Blogs: The Inspiring Journey of Polio Survivor and India's "Pele of Percussion", Ghatam Suresh Vaidyanathan

Mar 30, 2017 12:30 pm | KnowYourStar



A polio survivor who lives life on his own terms, Ghatam Suresh Vaidyanathan has created a career and legacy for himself that far surpasses many others in his field. This Carnatic music virtuoso has been called the 'Pele of Percussion' in honour of his prodigal skills.

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A Lifeline for Soldiers? Bengaluru Lab Develops Product That Can Arrest Bleeding in 90 Seconds

Mar 29, 2017 06:53 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



The product also boasts properties that can prevent infection to injured areas.

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TBI Blogs: How Technology Is Helping Visually Impaired People Take Exams Independently

Mar 29, 2017 06:38 pm | Eyeway



In the Digital India of today, there is a need to re-look at the modes of assessment for blind and visually impaired students.

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A Surgeon Strongly Denounces Attacks on Doctors. And We Need to Listen to His Reasons Carefully.

Mar 29, 2017 06:12 pm | Guest Contributor



Oncologist and head and neck surgeon Dr. Vishal Rao writes about the recent increase in the number of attacks on Indian doctors and what the country needs to do for patients and the medical fraternity.

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A Bengaluru Couple Uses Cake to Spread Awareness About Special Needs Individuals Across 10 Countries

Mar 29, 2017 06:03 pm | Sohini Dey



Geetha and Rathish are the founders of Support Icon, an initiative that aims to change societal approach towards children and adults with special needs.

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Parents 'Come Out' In Support Of Their LGBTQ Children And Make History In The Process!

Mar 29, 2017 05:59 pm | Lucy Plummer



The first formal parent gathering to offer support to the parents of India's LGBTQ members was recently held in Mumbai. It hopes to reach other parents too!

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A Mumbai Constable Set up a Composting Unit at His Station After Overhearing a School Seminar!

Mar 29, 2017 05:38 pm | Aishhwariya Subramanian



Now, on a daily basis, the cops compost nearly 4 kg of wet waste that is generated mostly from the office canteen.

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No More Water Tankers: These Clever Hacks Will Save Water and Your Money Too This Summer!

Mar 29, 2017 05:06 pm | Sanchari Pal



As the government and NGOs across India work to find a solution for the crippling water shortage that grips the country every summer, there's a lot that you can do in your everyday life to conserve water.

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