India’s smaller cities are grappling with record-breaking heatwaves, with places like Ooty, Barmer, and Ratlam reaching unprecedented temperatures. As studies show urbanisation as significantly contributing factor to rising temperatures, how are cities adapting to these extreme conditions? Innovative solutions like heat action plans, cooling stations, and community-driven initiatives are being implemented. Could these strategies be the key to combating the escalating heat cri

India faces a mental health crisis, with a severe shortage of professionals and a significant treatment gap. Despite government efforts, stigma and lack of awareness remain as major hurdles. The rise of digital interventions, like tele-mental health services and AI-driven platforms offers hope. But will these efforts be enough to bridge the gap and ensure that mental healthcare reaches every corner of the country? Or is championing community advocacy the key to lasting change

भारत एक गंभीर मानसिक स्वास्थ्य संकट से जूझ रहा है, जहाँ विशेषज्ञों की भारी कमी और इलाज की बड़ी खाई बनी हुई है। सरकार की कोशिशों के बावजूद, मानसिक स्वास्थ्य से जुड़ी सामाजिक बदनामी (stigma) और जागरूकता की कमी अब भी बड़ी बाधाएँ हैं। हालांकि, टेली-मेंटल हेल्थ सेवाओं और एआई आधारित प्लेटफॉर्म जैसे डिजिटल उपाय उम्मीद की किरण दिखा रहे हैं। लेकिन क्या ये तकनीकी प्रयास इतने प्रभावी साबित होंगे कि देश के हर कोने तक मानसिक स्वास्थ्य सेवाएं पहुँच सकें? या फिर ज़मीनी स्तर पर समुदाय आधारि

Cities are getting smarter about water, and Trichy is leading the charge. From tapping abandoned quarries to using AI to detect pipeline leaks, it's turning innovation into action. Across India, satellite scans, helium tests, and acoustic sensors are entering the scene in smaller cities, but citizen protests in Kolhapur remind us that tech alone won’t cut it. What does it really take to secure every drop?

Swachh Survekshan isn’t just about rankings; it’s about mobilising citizens for cleaner cities. As assessors quiz residents on their city’s cleanliness efforts, awareness plays a crucial role in a city's score. From waste workers educating locals to apps connecting citizens to services, every small action matters. How can one help their city rise in the ranks? It’s all about collaboration and pride in keeping one's city clean.