Dhokra art of Odisha keeps tribal myths and folklore alive in metal
Dhokra art of Odisha keeps tribal myths and folklore alive in metal

By Nikhil Singh

Dhokra metal art in Dhenkanal district of Odisha dates back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. The tribal Dhokra artists of Nabajibanpur village claim their art is their connection to spirituality. But they are struggling to keep their the art form alive.

Dhokra metal art in Dhenkanal district of Odisha dates back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. The tribal Dhokra artists of Nabajibanpur village claim their art is their connection to spirituality. But they are struggling to keep their the art form alive.

The painful weight of a drink
The painful weight of a drink

By गाँव कनेक्शन

Confident that the Mr Fit title was his for the asking with the rigorous workouts he did to keep his muscles rippling, bodybuilder Monty never imagined that a few drinks with his friends would bring his dreams crashing down.

Confident that the Mr Fit title was his for the asking with the rigorous workouts he did to keep his muscles rippling, bodybuilder Monty never imagined that a few drinks with his friends would bring his dreams crashing down.

'There was a time when tangas used to be the only mode of transportation in Lucknow'
'There was a time when tangas used to be the only mode of transportation in Lucknow'

By Deepanshu Mishra

In the old part of Lucknow, India's historical hub, you will find the fading profession of pulling horse carriages – a nawabi trend that is now finding very few takers

In the old part of Lucknow, India's historical hub, you will find the fading profession of pulling horse carriages – a nawabi trend that is now finding very few takers

How to avail monetary benefits under the Janani Suraksha Yojana for pregnant women
How to avail monetary benefits under the Janani Suraksha Yojana for pregnant women

By गाँव कनेक्शन

The Indian government’s Janani Suraksha Yojana provides one-time cash assistance of Rs 1,400 to rural pregnant women and Rs 1,000 to expectant women in urban areas in order to cater to needs post delivery care. How to avail the scheme? Who is eligible for it? What are the required documents? Here’s all you need to know.

The Indian government’s Janani Suraksha Yojana provides one-time cash assistance of Rs 1,400 to rural pregnant women and Rs 1,000 to expectant women in urban areas in order to cater to needs post delivery care. How to avail the scheme? Who is eligible for it? What are the required documents? Here’s all you need to know.

The intriguing history of Sri Lanka's Dambulla Rock Temple
The intriguing history of Sri Lanka's Dambulla Rock Temple

By Santosh Ojha

From the expansion of Buddhism in the island nation to the ancient wars, the cave temple complex in Sri Lanka nestles within itself a rich history of religion and culture. It is almost impossible not to be dazed by the intricate idols and paintings situated inside the cave complex.

From the expansion of Buddhism in the island nation to the ancient wars, the cave temple complex in Sri Lanka nestles within itself a rich history of religion and culture. It is almost impossible not to be dazed by the intricate idols and paintings situated inside the cave complex.

Melghat Tiger Reserve's Anghar Mukt Abhiyan has brought down forest fires by involving local communities
Melghat Tiger Reserve's Anghar Mukt Abhiyan has brought down forest fires by involving local communities

By Sarah Khan

The Anghar Mukt Abhiyan is an awareness campaign to sensitise the local villagers regarding forest fire. The programme, conducted in 113 buffer villages of the tiger reserve, has witnessed participation of close to 10,000 people. The incidence of forest fires in Melghat has come down from 379 in 2016 to 221 in 2021.

The Anghar Mukt Abhiyan is an awareness campaign to sensitise the local villagers regarding forest fire. The programme, conducted in 113 buffer villages of the tiger reserve, has witnessed participation of close to 10,000 people. The incidence of forest fires in Melghat has come down from 379 in 2016 to 221 in 2021.

Four years of Modi Government: Good, Bad or Average
Four years of Modi Government: Good, Bad or Average

By Dr SB Misra

It is true that a government cannot please all the people but at least the 'Sangh Parivar' should have been satisfied if not happy.

It is true that a government cannot please all the people but at least the 'Sangh Parivar' should have been satisfied if not happy.

Frontline workers win the COVID-19 vaccine battle despite insurmountable odds in remote areas of Jharkhand
Frontline workers win the COVID-19 vaccine battle despite insurmountable odds in remote areas of Jharkhand

By Manoj Choudhary

Remote villages, lack of transportation and vaccine hesitancy were no deterrent to the frontline workers to achieve almost near-total COVID-19 vaccination of the inhabitants of 82 villages in 21 panchayats in Ranchi district of Jharkhand.

Remote villages, lack of transportation and vaccine hesitancy were no deterrent to the frontline workers to achieve almost near-total COVID-19 vaccination of the inhabitants of 82 villages in 21 panchayats in Ranchi district of Jharkhand.

Crop insurance scheme: Despite rise in farmers’ enrolment, Centre’s expense on subsidy falls
Crop insurance scheme: Despite rise in farmers’ enrolment, Centre’s expense on subsidy falls

By Gaon Connection

As per data shared by the Union Agriculture Ministry in the Rajya Sabha, the enrolment of farmers for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has risen by 73% between 2020-21 and 2022-23. Despite this, the Centre’s expenditure on the share of the premium subsidy has reduced by 14.7% . Details here.

As per data shared by the Union Agriculture Ministry in the Rajya Sabha, the enrolment of farmers for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has risen by 73% between 2020-21 and 2022-23. Despite this, the Centre’s expenditure on the share of the premium subsidy has reduced by 14.7% . Details here.

Crop insurance scheme: Despite rise in farmers’ enrolment, Centre’s expense on subsidy falls
Crop insurance scheme: Despite rise in farmers’ enrolment, Centre’s expense on subsidy falls

By गाँव कनेक्शन

As per data shared by the Union Agriculture Ministry in the Rajya Sabha, the enrolment of farmers for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has risen by 73% between 2020-21 and 2022-23. Despite this, the Centre’s expenditure on the share of the premium subsidy has reduced by 14.7% . Details here.

As per data shared by the Union Agriculture Ministry in the Rajya Sabha, the enrolment of farmers for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has risen by 73% between 2020-21 and 2022-23. Despite this, the Centre’s expenditure on the share of the premium subsidy has reduced by 14.7% . Details here.

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