July 2010
No Sanitation:Public Health at Risk
The lack of public toilets in Rajasthan’s Karauli market poses severe public health and economic challenges for residents.
‘Gharats’: Vanishing Water Mills
‘Gharats’ or water flour mills run on a stream’s kinetic energy to turn the shaft of the grinding mill.
Economic Blockade Cripples Manipur
On 11th April 2010, two Naga students groups called for an economic blockade in Manipur.
Toxic Fumes Blanket Village
Toxins from a Ladwa rice mill pose serious health risks to the local Valmiki Nagar community.
Truant Teachers Cut Class
Jharkhand has the highest rate of teacher absenteeism in the country.
Special Athletes, Special Glory
“Let me win, if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” –Motto, International Special Olympics
Water Woes of City Tribals
Bangalore’s Dungri tribal community no longer has fair access to the city’s water supply.
Motherhood: Who is Deciding?
Aleya Akhtara reports on a critical lack of access to maternal healthcare and family planning options amongst women in Meghalaya.