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Swasti Pachauri
Swasti Pachauri is a social sector professional, formerly working as a Prime Minister's Rural Development Fellow in Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh.
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Rhododendron: A floral blend of beauty, flavourful delights, and wellness
June 04, 2023 15:30 IST
Rhododendrons are not just visually stunning but also have immense utility and potential in sustainable livelihoods as it provides alternate economic opportunities to rural and forest communities
Sun, Jun 04, 2023
Summer blooms: Of trees and flowers enriching our health and landscape
April 29, 2023 13:15 IST
Be it the blooming garden city of Bangalore or the street-lining trees along the highways – these blossoms characterise the summer season and offer green spaces bringing to life the rich biodiversity and the natural capital of our towns and cities
Sat, Apr 29, 2023
Forest-based livelihoods, rare tribal entrepreneurial acumen, and ‘Vividhta mein Ekta’ at Aadi Mahotsav 2023
February 25, 2023 16:25 IST
Concluding on February 27th, the Hon'ble Prime Minister inaugurated the Mahotsav at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. Over 1000 artisans have set up around 200 stalls from different states and UTs.
Sat, Feb 25, 2023
G20, geo-tourism, and cultural and natural heritage: Exploring Khajuraho and Panna
February 22, 2023 12:30 IST
While Khajuraho is internationally recognised for its rich architectural grandeur of the Western Group of temples that UNESCO recognizes as world heritage, the districts of Chhatarpur and Panna have lesser-known destinations that can serve as model local tourist destinations
Tue, Feb 21, 2023
Soft power, sustainability, and crafts: Inside Surajkund Mela 2023
February 14, 2023 16:25 IST
Concluding on February 19 this year, Surajkund Mela is organised every year to encourage and nourish craft-based livelihoods, traditions, and tourism
Tue, Feb 14, 2023
Exhibitions, Diwali melas: Strengthening women through urban livelihoods
October 24, 2022 09:10 IST
The idea of urban SHGs is not new. These women’s groups have existed in the busy, cramped by-lanes of cities; however, their presence in the public glare has been limited to occasional and organised melas, exhibitions, and bazaars
Sun, Oct 23, 2022
How rural women are helping sustain the economy of millets
October 15, 2022 13:20 IST
It is worth noting that the United Nations General Assembly on the Government of India's proposal (with the support of 72 countries) to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) declared 2023 as the International Year of the Millets.
Sat, Oct 15, 2022
National Handloom Day 2022: How self-help groups sustain Indian handicrafts and handlooms
August 07, 2022 12:30 IST
This year the handloom celebratory week coincides with the government's 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign, an initiative under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav encouraging people to hoist flags at their homes and contribute to nation-building in the 75th year of Independence
Mon, Aug 08, 2022
Hues of Khurja: Heritage, process and changing trends of pottery in the ceramic city
June 18, 2022 12:30 IST
With fresh sugarcane juice, Bael (wood apple) sherbet, and Masala Shikanji (lemonade) that vendors and farmers sell in summer, one experiences a sort of pristine rurality away from the usual chaos of urban spaces – a sort of mental cleanse needed from time to time.
Sat, Jun 18, 2022
National Handloom Day 2021: Nurturing handlooms, crafts, and arts during COVID-19
August 07, 2021 14:30 IST
Handloom and cloth masks with Madhubani and Mithila paintings became an instant hit in the pandemic
Sat, Aug 07, 2021
Christmas 2020: Of natural wreaths and green festivities
December 25, 2020 09:10 IST
A common way to prepare a Christmas tree is to use a branch of the locally-available pine tree or decorate potted Thuja shrubs (Mor Pankhi in Hindi), ferns, especially asparagus ferns, palms, and the indoor-friendly araucarias
Thu, Dec 24, 2020
From Aatmanirbharta to Make in India: Strengthening India’s handloom sector
August 07, 2020 15:50 IST
National Handloom Day 2020: India’s soft power has long been endorsed by the handloom and handicraft space, in addition to other symbols of cultural power in the field of arts and crafts
Fri, Aug 07, 2020
From Amaltas to Madhumalti: Blooms we missed during lockdown
June 01, 2020 17:10 IST
When life has returned to normalcy, initiatives that utilise the services of these trees could be undertaken for the welfare of citizenry. Governments can undertake nature meditation camps or even encourage concepts of Yogic kheti in large public spaces and gardens.
Mon, Jun 01, 2020
Surajkund: A melange of culture, tradition, and talent
February 14, 2020 14:30 IST
Fairs like Surajkund play a pivotal role in the economics of crafts by enhancing livelihoods of artisans, strengthening their confidence, and boosting the country’s cultural capital.
Fri, Feb 14, 2020
Enjoy a merry ‘green’ Christmas with elements of nature
December 24, 2019 13:15 IST
Natural ideas may not be very appealing in comparison to glitter-based decor, which is cheaper, convenient and has longevity, but make for recyclable choices, nonetheless.
Tue, Dec 24, 2019
Hues of pottery, a timeless craft tradition of India
November 21, 2019 16:10 IST
From flower pots, terracotta chimes to the thirst quenching ‘Surahi’ and ‘Matki’, pottery as an art and craft form is practiced across the length and breadth of the country, and remains one of the most timeless living craft traditions of India.
Thu, Nov 21, 2019
World Bamboo Day: India’s green gold is sustainable and versatile
September 18, 2019 09:01 IST
Every year, September 18 is observed as the World Bamboo Day by the World Bamboo Organisation, in order to generate awareness about conserving and promoting the bamboo industry.
Wed, Sep 18, 2019
Revisiting some rare weaves, this National Handloom Day
August 07, 2019 12:44 IST
From north to south, east to west, India has rich handlooms and traditions defining the country’s cultural capital, woven with organic deftness.
Wed, Aug 07, 2019
Colours of Surajkund: A look at some rare arts and crafts at the fair this year
February 12, 2019 12:06 IST
The partner nation at the fair is Thailand with a dedicated pavilion exhibiting Thai craft, art, silks, herbal products, traditional clothing, and other souvenirs from the country.
Tue, Feb 12, 2019
In the lap of the Alps: Santa’s flying sleigh and Christmas vibes
December 25, 2018 09:58 IST
Views of Christmas markets in Europe are nothing short of a spectacle reminiscent of the days from the fairy tales.
Tue, Dec 25, 2018
Inclusive, Syncretic and Empowering: There is much to celebrate about Durga Puja
October 19, 2018 12:57 IST
From pandals depicting lives of sex workers to a unique tableau made for the visually impaired, Durga Puja is an all-inclusive spectacle, a true symbol of secularism.
Fri, Oct 19, 2018
Should India be celebrating La Tomatina?
August 29, 2018 06:00 IST
Why wasting tonnes of tomatoes for a one-hour festival which we’ve borrowed from Spain, is almost criminal in a food-starved country like India.
Wed, Aug 29, 2018
Why India and its weavers needed a National Handloom Day
August 07, 2018 14:03 IST
Why the need for National Handloom Day? When seen as instruments of soft diplomacy; handlooms and crafts empower cottage industries and showcase the multiple identities present in a country.
Wed, Aug 08, 2018
Summer Showers of Gold: Amaltas, the state flower of Kerala finds mention in Indian epics
May 24, 2018 07:00 IST
Its leaves, fruits and flowers are known to have medicinal relevance in Ayurveda. In fact, in Sanskrit, the Amaltas tree is revered as ‘Aragvadha’ or ‘disease killer’. The fruit pulp is known to have laxative properties, while its flowers are used in certain folk remedies.
Thu, May 24, 2018
Celebrating Mahua and livelihoods: How to reap benefits from Indian forests
April 14, 2018 15:29 IST
The Mahua economy: This survival tree has economic, cultural and geographical importance and dominates farm economy, as it is an important source of livelihoods to forest dwellers.
Sat, Apr 14, 2018Journalism of Courage
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