Author: Village Square
The tech in the Tulsi mala
The exquisite craft of making beads from the stems of the holy tulsi plant is a painstaking process. This machine by IIT Delhi aims to solve not just that, but also increase earnings and productivity for the artisans.
Indus Waters Treaty in choppy waters
As diplomatic tensions between India and Pakistan rise, the future of a 64-year-old water agreement hangs in the balance, raising questions not only in political circles but in regions that rely on these rivers for sustenance. What will become of the treaty that has survived three wars?
How the panchayat came about
Did you know it was a critical comment about villages that sparked a heated discourse in the Constituent Assembly debates that led to the formation of the panchayat system? Read on to find out how.
This is how rural India cooks
Let’s take a peek into some rustic kitchens across the country to figure out what’s on the stove, and who’s beside it.
Chuck the plastic with these cool alternatives
This World Earth Day, Village Square highlights five Indian brands creating stylish alternatives to plastics for the conscious consumer.
Can India’s Nutrition Mission deliver?
Five years since the Poshan Abhiyaan began, India's villages remain at the heart of its success, and also failure. It is time we ask whether the policy tools are aligning with rural realities.
Peninsular heritage bucket-list wonders
How many of these heritage sites in India’s Peninsular region have you seen? Well, for World Heritage Day 2025, we give you a handy list of rural and peri-urban sites not to miss from the southern states.
This paragliding school in Kamshet is an exciting weekend getaway
From aspiring paramotor pilots to adventure junkies, this paragliding school in the Western Ghats has something for everyone.
Deifying the river – India’s famous river aartis
Rivers have been deified by Indians for millennia. The river aarti, a reflection of this reverence, is nothing short of a majestical experience that makes many of India’s smaller, more rural cities come alive. Here are a few aartis in India that should be on your bucket-list.
Fests galore for you this April
If you love a good celebration, you will not be disappointed as summer is ushered in this April. Head to these 5 cultural extravaganzas for your fix of fun this month.
Happiness in rural India through the lens
The social media call out for photos by Village Square, ahead of the International Day of Happiness on March 20, attracted a host of submissions. Here’s a shortlist.
Traditional Holi snacks from the heartland
This Holi, add flavour to your celebrations with these 5 easy recipes from rural India.
March’s must-attend fests in India
Spring is the perfect time to explore some of India’s lively cultural and religious events. Village Square presents a list of 5 such celebrations that you must attend this March.
Animals are welcome in these Indian temples
From dogs to rats and monkeys, animals occupy a divine status at these temples around India. On World Wildlife Day, let’s take a look at these unique places of worship.
Opportunities to help Gen-Z create impact in rural India
All charged up to make a difference? This World NGO Day, Village Square curates opportunities, internships and fellowships for Gen Z to drive change in the rural development sector.
Sweet strawberry surprise serenades Jharkhand fields
Farmers of Jonha panchayat in Ranchi district in Jharkhand are adopting newer exotic crops like strawberry. It is helping them become economically prosperous while enjoying direct market access.
An all-in-one post-harvest fix by IIT Kanpur
This Integrated Processing Machine developed by Tekorange Engineering Pvt. Ltd and RuTAG IIT Kanpur is a complete solution for post-harvesting processes at rice procurement centres.
Cupid calling: Five unique socially accepted romantic trends in rural India
Valentine’s Day may be a relatively modern trend, but rural India has its fair share of romance, from matchmaking in melas to socially sanctioned live-in relationships.
Recipes that celebrate punchy pulses
Today is World Pulses Day and India is a country with abundant pulses. With so many regional variations, there are a variety of delicious recipes for these edible seeds of legume plants. Here are a few to try out.
Union Budget 2025: Agriculture key to development
Village Square breaks down the policies announced as a part of the Union Budget 2025 that are likely to impact rural India the most.