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Jun 9 13 tweets 3 min read
From borrowed gear to breaking barriers, India’s women ice hockey players have carved their legacy on frozen ponds.

In the biting cold of Ladakh, where the ice was cracked and the support even thinner, they laid down their own rink, one midnight layer at a time. They were mocked, sidelined, and told to quit, but they didn’t just stay. They scored.

Now, with a bronze at the IIHF Asia Cup, their skates have etched a new chapter in Indian sport—one built on grit, defiance, and generations of quiet revolution.

Swipe to witness the fire beneath the ice >>>

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#IceHockeyIndia #LadakhWomen #IIHFBronze #IndianWomenInSport #BreakingBarriers #LWIHF #WomenInIceHockeyImage
Jun 2 10 tweets 3 min read
Not another tuition-fueled test. Not another foreign board with a one-size-fits-all promise.

As 100 Indian schools prepare to bring in the Western Australian curriculum, a quiet shift in education is underway—one where students learn by doing, questioning, building. This move signals a deeper alignment with what learning could really be.

Swipe through to explore how this new board could change the future of Indian classrooms—project by project, question by question >>

#WACEinIndia #EducationReform #NEP2020 #SkillBasedLearning #GlobalCurriculumImage Image
Jun 2 10 tweets 3 min read
No fences. No profit. Just fierce devotion to the planet.

As Telangana celebrates its roots this Telangana Day, one man’s 40-year-long commitment reminds us what it truly means to belong to the land.

In a quiet village, he didn’t just grow a forest, he gave back to the Earth, tree by tree, pond by pond.

Swipe through to witness how resistance took root in soil and how legacy can be leaf by leaf.👉

#TelanganaDay #TelanganaStatehoodDay #TelanganaFormationDay #EnvironmentalHero #IndiaForNature #ClimateAction #SustainableLiving #NatureRestorationImage Image
Jun 1 9 tweets 3 min read
"Kem Cho? Maja Ma?" (How are you? All good?) is how Guilherme Sachetim, 48, greets his cows in Brazil. It's a simple phrase with roots that run deep into history.

In the 1940s, a young Gir bull named Krishna was gifted to Brazilian cattle baron Celso Garcia Sid by the Maharaja of Bhavnagar. This simple gesture had profound implications for Brazil’s dairy industry, forever changing its future.

Swipe to read the fascinating story behind this unique India-Brazil connection. >>

#WorldMilkDay #GirCow #Brazil #IndianLegacy #DairyIndustry #AgriculturalHistory #DairyFarming #WhiteRevolution #HistoryImage Image
May 23 16 tweets 4 min read
A humble Indian street food just stole the spotlight on MasterChef Australia!

In a recent episode, Delhi-born Depinder Chhibber wowed the judges with her live assembly of Raj Kachori—a crisp, hollow shell packed with spiced potatoes, chickpeas, vara-infused yogurt, and tangy chutneys.

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#MasterChefAustralia #DepinderChhibber #RajKachori #Rajasthan #KachoriImage Crunchy, colourful, and bursting with flavour, this regal snack hails from Bikaner, Rajasthan, and has journeyed across regions, reinventing itself along the way—from sweet to spicy, festive to everyday. Image
May 21 15 tweets 4 min read
What do a tiger and a goat have in common? For Wagh Bakri Tea, they symbolise unity, equality, and the perfect blend of flavours.

Since 1892, Wagh Bakri’s iconic logo and legendary tea have stood for breaking barriers and celebrating diversity.

Swipe through while you enjoy your morning chai to discover the story behind this ₹2,000 crore empire!>>

#InternationalTeaDay #WaghBakri #IndianBrands #LegacyLessons #UnityInDiversity #BrandStories #TeaLovers #IndianTea #ChaiTimeImage Image
May 20 13 tweets 3 min read
He rose, not from legacy, but from the land.Born into a Dalit Buddhist family, CJI Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai studied in classrooms without benches and was raised by a teacher mother and an Ambedkarite father.

From striking down electoral bonds to upholding the abrogation of Article 370, his rulings reflect a rare blend of empathy and constitutional depth.

Swipe to discover the story of India’s 52nd Chief Justice. >>

#JusticeGavai #CJI #Judiciary #IndianJustice #RepresentationMattersImage Image
May 18 9 tweets 2 min read
Despite its simple nature, ‘Shrikhand’ has transcended generations with its rich history and delightful flavours.

Here’s how this timeless delicacy evolved, captivating taste buds and leaving a lasting impression on culinary traditions.

Swipe through to explore >>>

#Shrikhand #IndianDessert #AncientCuisine #DessertLove #RichHistory #summerfoodImage Image
May 18 10 tweets 3 min read
“HIV? That’s a foreign problem,” thought India in the 80s.

But in a tiny Chennai lab, two women were already fighting it.

They found India’s first cases. Quietly started a battle but saved millions.

#WorldAidsVaccineDay #AIDS #HIV #IndianScientist #HIVAwareness #IndianWomenInSTEM #PublicHealthHeroes #DrSunitiSolomon #AIDSPreventionImage This is how Dr Suniti Solomon and her student Sellapan Nirmala forced India to act on HIV, preventing an epidemic.

Swipe to know their story.>> Image
May 16 11 tweets 3 min read
"When the West said 'no supercomputers for you,' India said 'hold my tea!'

In the 1980s, while the US and Europe tried to block India’s access to supercomputers, one man refused to back down.

#Innovation #Tech #Supercomputer #PARAM #MadeInIndia #TechRevolution #VijayBhatkar Image Enter Vijay Bhatkar — who turned the ‘impossible’ into the 'possible’ and gave India its first homegrown supercomputer.

Swipe to see how India built its first indigenous supercomputer, and in doing so, changed the future forever. >> Image
May 16 11 tweets 3 min read
They didn’t wear uniforms, but they wore courage on their paws.

They sniffed out bombs, charged into flames, shielded their handlers, and gave everything they had—without hesitation.

Here are 8 of India’s bravest Army Dogs, who fought for the nation in silence… and became legends.

Swipe to meet these real-life heroes 🐾⛳ >>

#IndianArmy #ArmyDogs #K9Heroes #MilitaryDogs #ServiceDogs #RealHeroes #UnsungHeroesImage Image
May 16 8 tweets 2 min read
From powering homes and lighting streets to eco-bricks and international exports — cow dung is driving a green revolution and is set to reach $10 billion by 2030, claim experts.

Swipe to discover the power of cow dung, quite literally!>>

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#CowDung #Biogas #Growthnomics #Kuwait #GulfCountries #GreenRevolution #SustainableLiving #CleanEnergyImage @DurgaShaktiIAS Image
May 15 11 tweets 3 min read
What if we told you that one of India’s most strategic borders was secured… without a single bullet fired?

No troops. No conflict. Just one man on a quiet mission — sent to reclaim a land India hadn’t yet claimed.

#UnsungHero #IndianHistory #ForgottenHeroes #Tawang #NortheastIndia #IndianArmyImage In 1951, as China closed in on Tibet, Tawang stood unguarded. No Indian flag. No administration. Vulnerable.

So the government turned to an unlikely hero — a former soldier from Manipur, armed not with weapons, but with resolve. Image
May 12 11 tweets 3 min read
They weren’t trained for battle. They didn’t carry rifles or wear medals.

But when war struck in 1971, 300 women from Madhapar village answered a call that few would dare to.

With green sarees as camouflage and courage as their only shield, they rebuilt a bombed airstrip under the shadow of danger. Their work, completed in just 72 hours, helped India regain air power at a critical moment in the war.

Swipe to discover how these everyday women became extraordinary defenders of the nation, forever changing the meaning of bravery and patriotism.

#WomenOfBhuj #1971War #IndianAirForce #UnsungHeroes #WarHistory #RealHeroes #IncredibleIndia #BhujImage Image
May 11 8 tweets 3 min read
A cow’s stomach just might be the key to India’s sewage crisis.
Sounds strange? It’s brilliant.

In the heart of Bengaluru, where lakes once caught fire due to untreated sewage, a group of innovators has turned to nature for answers. Their solution?

#Sustainability #WaterConservation #GreenTechnology #NaturalSewageTreatment #WastewaterRecycling #ECOSTPImage A tech that mimics the digestion system of a cow — yes, you read that right! — to treat sewage without electricity, chemicals, or even operators.

The result?
✅Over 60 million litres of wastewater cleaned
✅Zero power consumed
✅Massive cost savings
✅And lakes saved from toxic pollutionImage
May 10 4 tweets 1 min read
Indian mothers are the backbone of every dream, silently fueling progress with every step they take. They may not always get the recognition they deserve, but their impact is undeniable. Image From teaching us our first lessons in kindness and resilience to pushing us to aim higher, they shape the future in ways words can't always capture.
Apr 13 6 tweets 2 min read
When the British opened fire on a peaceful gathering at Jallianwala Bagh in 1919, they left behind more than just bodies. They left behind heartbreak. They left behind widows.

Among them were two women — Attar Kaur and Rattan Devi — whose defiance has been quietly buried by history.

#JallianwalaBagh #AttarKaur #RattanDevi #IndianHistory #UnsungHeroes #WomenInHistory #BritishRajImage Attar Kaur was heavily pregnant when her husband, Bhagmal Bhatia, was killed in the massacre.

That night, surrounded by blood and death, she sat beside his body — offering water to the dying, holding space for strangers’ pain, even as her own heart broke.
Apr 1 12 tweets 3 min read
When you think of Odisha, Khaja isn’t far behind! The crispy, golden treat soaked in sugar syrup is not just a sweet, but a symbol of Odisha’s rich culture and devotion.

Served as Mahaprasad at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, each flaky layer carries a legacy that has stood the test of time.

#OdishaDay #utkaladibasa #OdiaDay #OdishaFood #FoodHistory #Khaja #JagannathPuriTempleImage But did you know that the first bite was taken 2,300 years ago—in the Mauryan court? The Arthashastra mentions Khaja, with Chanakya calling it "power sustenance"—a wheat-based energy bar for warriors and scholars. Image
Mar 26 13 tweets 4 min read
While sensational headlines dominate the news, the real stories that matter often go unnoticed.Not all heroes make headlines — but they’re the ones changing India, one problem at a time.

While sensational stories dominate the news cycle, the real issues that truly impact our lives often go unnoticed.

#Changemakers #NewsHeadlines #WaterCrisis #ClimateChangeImage India’s progress doesn’t depend on fleeting headlines — it hinges on how we tackle urgent, everyday challenges like water scarcity, pollution, climate change, and the growing threat to public safety. Image
Mar 20 7 tweets 2 min read
Imagine curing tooth sensitivity in just 10 minutes — no repeated dentist visits required. Thanks to Theranautilus, a Bengaluru-based startup born at IISc, this revolutionary solution is becoming a reality.

The journey began with Dr. Peddi Shanmukh Srinivas, a dentist specialising in endodontic microsurgery.

#worldoralhealthday #oralhealth #dentalcare #RootCanal #Dentistry #NanoTechnologyImage While training in advanced root canal treatments, Srinivas encountered a frustrating challenge — some procedures required extreme precision that human hands simply couldn’t achieve.
Mar 20 9 tweets 3 min read
Sparrows, the quintessential chirpy companions of our balconies and gardens, are silently declining.🐦

But amid this concerning trend, heartening endeavours are emerging to bring a ray of hope.

#WorldSparrowDay #Sparrows #India #SparrowConservation #Wildlife Image Swipe left to meet the sparrow whisperers tirelessly striving to rescue our little bird friends. >>>

These are but a few examples of the many ongoing initiatives dedicated to saving sparrows. Image