Ingo says, “Not far from my home I found a forest with around 150 wood ant nests in a very small area. I went there almost every day to photograph the wood ants. Wood ants are protected in Germany, so I had to ask for a photo permit. It took some time to get used to when I had to ... Read More »
Education : Every child has the right to learn.
A child’s right to education entails the right to learn. Yet, for too many children across the globe, schooling does not lead to learning. Over 600 million children worldwide are unable to attain minimum proficiency levels in reading and mathematics, even though two thirds of them are in school. For out-of-school children, foundational skills in literacy and numeracy are further ... Read More »
Reduce your Waste !
Separate garbage into Biodegradable/Non- biodegradable substance Think about how much trash you make in a year. Reducing the amount of solid waste you produce in a year means taking up less space in landfillsBuying concentrated or multipurpose products also helps to lower your trash outputAt work, when taking your lunch hour, avoid buying takeaway meals, which produce large quantities of ... Read More »
Bicycle Diaries: How 1 Man’s Mission Helped Plant 2 Lakh+ Trees & Saved a Dying River
Sundaram Tiwari, a 30-year-old environmentalist from Pratapgarh, is leading the ‘Save Sai River’ initiative to restore his hometown’s polluted river. Through his campaigns, he has planted over 2 lakh trees and raised awareness about the importance of river conservation and environmental responsibility. “Keeping our country clean is our responsibility. We should all take ownership of our surroundings,” says Sundaram Tiwari, ... Read More »
MAHA KUMBH
Kumbh Mela held every 12 years? What is the importance of Kumbh Mela? Kumbh Mela held every 12 years? What is the importance of Kumbh Mela? What is its science? Common perception is that Kumbh Mela is held once in 12 years at various locations including Prayagraj, and on varying days in Haridwar, Ujjain and Nashik. This is associated with ... Read More »
Festival significance of MakaraSankranthi
Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival celebrated in India, marking the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn. It is a harvest festival that symbolizes new beginnings and the end of winter, with people flying kites and enjoying traditional sweets like tilgul. Makar Sankranti symbolises a time of renewal and gratitude. It marks the end of the ... Read More »
The Secret of Happiness
A merchant sent his son to learn the secret of happiness from the wisest of men. The young man wandered through the desert for forty days until he reached a beautiful castle at the top of a mountain. There lived the sage that the young man was looking for. However, instead of finding a holy man, our hero entered a ... Read More »
Happy New Year from VIVAN!
As we step into 2025, we’re excited to share something special with you all! We’ve just uploaded our VIVAN Calendar 2025 on YouTube. Check it out, like, and subscribe to stay tuned for more updates from VIVAN this year! Watch the VIVAN Calendar 2025 Video Now:https://youtu.be/2ljQanIhcLw #VIVAN2025 #NewYearNewGoals #StayOrganized #2025Calendar #HappyNewYear #YouTubeVideo #SubscribeNow #VIVANFamily Read More »
Keep Your Dream
I have a friend named Monty Roberts who owns a horse ranch in San Ysidro. He has let me use his house to put on fund-raising events to raise money for youth at risk programs. The last time I was there he introduced me by saying: “I want to tell you why I let Jack use my horse. It all ... Read More »
64 Families in Tripura Came Together To Build India’s First Bio-Village Using Eco-Friendly Farming
Through the Bio Village 2.0 initiative, Daspara, in Tripura, has become a model for rural sustainable practices and renewable energy consumption. With better agricultural productivity, cleaner energy solutions, and a focus on community-driven development, Daspara is paving the way for a greener, more prosperous future for Indian villages. In the Sepahijala district of Tripura, a small village of just 64 ... Read More »