The Better India

The Better India is a digital media platform that focuses on sharing positive, inspiring, and solution-oriented stories from India. It aims to highlight the efforts of individuals, communities, and organizations working towards social, environmental, and economic progress. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including innovation, sustainability, education, women's empowerment, and grassroots initiatives.

The website's core mission is to counterbalance the often negative or sensationalized news cycle by providing uplifting and constructive content. It emphasizes stories that showcase resilience, creativity, and positive change, thereby fostering hope and encouraging readers to take action in their own communities. By focusing on "what's working" rather than "what's wrong," The Better India serves as a source of motivation and inspiration for its audience.

Positive and Happy Stories. Unsung Heroes

Why 140 Strangers Meet in a Bengaluru Warehouse Every Weekend — With Drums in Hand

When Gaurav Gupta moved to Bengaluru, loneliness set in. So he started Bangalore Drums Collective with two friends. A year later, 140 people gather here to drum, connect and belong.
Meet the Doctor Who Helped Her Entire Colony Go Zero-Waste in Delhi

When Dr Ruby Makhija became RWA secretary, she set out to fix one problem in her Delhi colony. 8 years later, not a single bag of waste has reached the landfill — and the numbers will surprise you.
What Pride Looks Like After June: 5 Indian Groups Uplifting LGBTQIA+ Lives With Support & Shelter

From Mumbai to Hyderabad, these five LGBTQIA+ organisations are creating safe spaces, offering support, and building awareness through their everyday work. Pride Month shines a light on their efforts, but their commitment continues all year, reaching people through care, conversation, and community.
Father’s Day Guide: Here’s How to Talk to Your Dad About His Mental Well-Being

This Father’s Day, let’s transform the conversation by encouraging open dialogues with our fathers, reminding them it’s okay to not be okay. Mumbai-based psychiatrists, Dr Anjali Chhabria and Dr Harish Shetty, highlight children’s crucial role in helping fathers feel understood and nurtured.
Two Women Are Helping Street Children in Hyderabad Leave Begging Behind & Return to the Classroom

Yuvaneshwari Kanagasabapathy and Ramana Madhavi Sankara founded Chotuu Ki Education (CKE) in Hyderabad to give street children a second chance through flexible and holistic learning. Their organisation helps marginalised kids build confidence, skills, and hope for a brighter future beyond begging and dropping out.
Safe Spaces Map: Find Locations Across India Where Queer Lives Are Celebrated, Not Questioned

For LGBTQ+ individuals in India, finding a safe space can be life-changing. This guide maps trusted, affirming places offering support, community, and care. From counseling to conversation, these spaces are where identities are embraced, not questioned — where you’re not just accepted, but deeply seen, heard, and valued.
This 26-YO From Chennai Is the Only Indian Racing a Ferrari in the Italian GT Championship

In a cricket-obsessed nation, Mahaveer Raghunathan chose an unlikely path: motorsport. Thirteen years later, he’s racing for Ferrari in the Italian GT Championship, proving that dreams fueled by talent can break every barrier.
Peeling Oranges, Holding Back Tears: How Indian Fathers Show Love Without Words

This Father’s Day, we dive into the unspoken emotions of fathers across India — men shaped by tradition, yet full of quiet love. Through heartfelt stories, they reveal how vulnerability is often hidden but always present in simple acts of care, thus appreciating fatherhood.
As the Ahmedabad Plane Crash Becomes Viral Content, You Can Choose to Respond With Empathy

As the whole country reacts to the Ahmedabad plane crash, this is a guide to being a responsible digital citizen: what to share, what to hold back, and how to truly support those grieving.
How CRPF Commandant Raju Wagh Cracked UPSC 2024 While on Duty in Bastar

CRPF Commandant Raju Wagh cracked UPSC 2024 with AIR 871 while serving in Bastar. With disciplined study hours and support from his wife, he proved that dreams come true because of dedication.
How to Talk to Children About LGBTQIA+ Identities: A Compassionate Parenting Guide

In today’s world, children encounter diverse identities early on; what they need most is a safe, loving space to ask questions and be themselves. This guide, with insights from clinical psychologist Gajalakshmi and real parent experiences, helps caregivers talk openly about LGBTQIA+ topics across age groups. It’s not about perfect answers, but about showing up with curiosity, compassion, and...
If Fast Fashion Waste Reels on Insta Shock You, Here’s What You Can Do With Your Old Clothes

India generates 7,800 kilotonnes of textile waste annually, much of it from discarded clothes. Here's how to donate responsibly and reduce fashion waste.
Monsoon-Proof Your Home: Quick Tips to Tackle Damp Walls, Mould & Odours

Monsoon dampness does not have to take over your home. Learn how to tackle mould, peeling paint, and soggy clothes with seven natural remedies using everyday items. These budget-friendly tips will help keep your walls dry, your air fresh, and your furniture protected all season long.
Inside Maharashtra’s ‘Lemon Village’: How Farmers Turned Barren Land Into Golden Orchards

In drought-stricken Solapur, a visionary farmer’s gamble on lemons transforms Pothre from a village of despair into Maharashtra’s “Lemon Village”-sparking economic revival, social reform, and a movement for women’s rights that inspires change across rural India.
How North Indian Communities Are Coming Together To Battle 47°C Heat With Creativity

As temperatures hit 47°C in North India, communities are responding with surprising and thoughtful ideas. These aren’t big-budget solutions, but they’re working. Here’s how people are adapting to the heat in ways that are clever, practical, and deeply rooted in everyday life.