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Articles exploring Inclusion and equity, trends and social change, art and culture

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Proposed heritage law could end up damaging our monuments

July 21, 2017 Ranjit Gadgil

Cabinet-approved amendments to the AMASR Act of 1958 allow construction for ‘public works’ even within the prohibited buffer zone around nationally protected monuments, posing a real threat to these heritage structures.

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Why are Indian scientists asking you to march with them this August?

July 19, 2017 Satarupa Sen Bhattacharya

On August 9th, cities across India will organise a ‘March for Science’ at the call of the Indian scientific research community, which feels a growing sense of crisis. Find out why.

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When kids reclaim city streets: A photo essay

July 17, 2017 Gopal M S

Where do children go when our cities fall prey to unilateral growth agendas leading to more cars, more high-rises and disappearing playgrounds? These poignant photos from Mumbai streets by Gopal MS tells the story.

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Making our museums vibrant community spaces

June 2, 2017 Tejshvi Jain

Museums in India are generally seen as boring places with dusty exhibits and disinterested curators. Tejshvi Jain talks about ReReeti, her new initiative to transform museums into lively and engaging public spaces.

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Bengaluru teens use art to raise funds for causes

May 3, 2017 Sara Borasio

A gang of six young girls from Bengaluru have been organising arts and culture events to raise funds for various causes.

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Delhi teen and friends start venture to help acid attack survivors

April 5, 2017 Sara Borasio

‘Flawless Flaws,’ started by Sandeed Farooq not only raises awareness about acid attacks and funds for its victims, but is attempting to build dialogues that will address the root causes behind such violence.

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Helping children in Pondicherry reach their goals

March 31, 2017 Sara Borasio

Project N’Ka Na, under the Trust for Youth and Child Leadership and headed by Ashoka youth venturer Nandhini, helps children identify their goals and finds appropriate professional mentors for them.

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Even on ‘those days’, these ‘cupster’ women can do anything!

March 27, 2017 Smita Kulkarni

Long hours outdoors, inconvenient access to proper toilets, and even hiking or running — anything is possible even during periods for women who have switched to the environment-friendly menstrual cup.

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Selecting the right ‘RUMP’ for a greener period

March 10, 2017 Priyanka Jain

You have decided to switch to reusable menstrual products for a trash-free, rash-free period, but are confused about the right product for you. Here’s a quick guide!

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Green the Red: Enabling women for a sustainable planet

March 7, 2017 Shyamala Suresh

Organised around International Women’s Day, the Green the Red campaign aims to educate women about alternative menstrual practices that would be better for them as well as the environment.

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A senior citizen’s guide to claiming maintenance

February 14, 2017 Abraham Koshy

What are the rights of an aged parent? Can a childless couple have rights to maintenance? Who decides? This guide educates senior citizens about their rights to claiming maintenance under the law of the land.

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New hope for senior citizens, thanks to this Amritsar youth

February 7, 2017 Sara Borasio

Inderpreet Singh’s ‘Society for Productive Engagement and Entertainment for the Elderly’ helps residents in old age homes lead more productive and dignified lives by opening up new opportunities for them.

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WhatsApp – the fast lane to fake news in India

December 15, 2016 Aarti Kelkar Khambete

Group forwards on Whatsapp are the latest source of news for a huge number of urban Indians. But how much of it is authentic?

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