From pandemic to promoting self-sustaining handicrafts
The story of Kalaiagam is one of promoting self-sustaining handicrafts.
Posted 2023-04-11 19:11:58
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Coconuts inspire climate enthusiast's concept CocoWing
Vandita Tiwari talks to the Dharma Team about her company CoCoWings. She is a climate change enthusiast and has been researching for the last few years on what can help us reduce the adverse impact of climate change.
Posted 2023-04-11 18:59:06
From Bengaluru: A home-maker with a passion for the arts
Nalini has always cherished her role as a mother, and it has given her great pleasure to see her children grown and settle in their lives. This phase in her life has given her an opportunity to pursue her passion – to create elegance!
Posted 2023-04-11 18:40:29
Turning passion in reality – home décor products with quirky design by Raina Creationz
A former corporate employee who converted her dream for design into quirky home décor products with unique personality, Riana Creationz is the brainchild of Apurba. "Design is a simple idea with one’s creativity. Love design and bring uniqueness to the world; that is my message for the world," says Apurba.
Posted 2023-04-09 18:49:45
Providing Market Linkages for Survivors of Gender-based Violence
Providing skill training and market linkages for handmade products of gender-based violence survivors, Stand by Me is a group that aims to enable holistic support for its members.
Posted 2023-04-09 17:30:37
Rabindranath Tagore & Our Mascot Kabuli
One of India's classic tales is the inspiration behind Kabuli, our mascot.
Posted 2023-01-30 01:29:29
You, Your Survival and Rural India
Find out how rural India and its contributions are so inseparably linked to our day-to-day survival.
Posted 2023-01-20 22:18:49
How a lockdown led to India’s ‘First Gamified’ Online Mela
An idea that popped into the founder's head while cleaning the kitchen with a toothbrush, finally resulted in a network of organizations from across India joining hands to help artisans and artists from around India sell their handmade products.
Posted 2020-12-16 12:03:11
How to Help: Coronavirus Crisis Volunteering for Karnataka and Bangalore, a Government Initiative
Volunteer to fight the coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis in Bangalore and Karnataka. The government is looking for work from home online and offline field workers. This may involve online monitoring of information, citizens willing to verify information and fieldworkers ready to work with the government. We have the registration link for volunteering to fight coronavirus in Bangalore and Karnataka, have answered some questions and will keep posting any updates here.
Posted 2020-03-27 06:20:48
Women's Month: The Feminist Advocacy of Rural India
An invitation by a widow gives a sneak peak into how rural India advocates its own version of feminism. From the myths of misogynist demon-kings to ancient inscriptions showing entire regions ruled by women, the paradox of the gender equation in India leaves more questions than answers. It would never occur to an Indian to debate whether God could be a woman. Or to think it a big deal to have a woman as the most powerful political figure in the land. Yet, we face countless challenges in our efforts for gender equality. In this month of March, dedicated to celebrating women, we ask some relevant questions: Where did we go wrong? How did we get here? And, more importantly, how do we get out of here? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
Posted 2020-03-17 07:47:28
Hampi Travel Guide: Food, Wifi, ATMs & Mobile Coverage in Hampi
The jackpot: where you can find ATMs with cash. Find out what mobile networks work best in Hampi, where the best restaurants are and where you can access Wifi.
Posted 2019-11-26 09:21:59
Hampi Travel Guide: Bike, Auto and Car Rental in Hampi
Hampi as a World Heritage site is spread across 48 sq. km., so it's safe to assume that wherever you're staying, you'll have to travel a fair bit to see the monuments. Here are some tips for travel to Hampi and how you can get around, once you get there!
Posted 2019-11-26 08:46:57
The Rural Side of Hampi: Connect to the Heart of India
Visit with local farmers, shepherds, home makers. Eat delicious traditional food. Visit little-known places of Hampi. Suggestions for a rural Indian tour of an immersive kind, with tips on rural Indian etiquette: how to eat with hands, what to say and how to read the 'no'.
Posted 2019-05-18 01:03:04
Solo and Group Women Traveler Tips to Hampi
Things to do. What to watch out for. Make unforgettable memories with your girlfriends. Meet new people if you're a solo traveler. Hampi is the perfect getaway. We organize everything from accommodations in Hampi to food to customized experiences at prices that suit your budget.
Posted 2019-05-18 00:48:34
A Journey Begins - How We Started Our Work
A single bus ride. A river crossing on a rickety old motor boat. A journey begins to pursue a vision. The start of leaving everything behind and taking the plunge into following your dreams.
Posted 2019-05-18 00:39:19