For decades, global developmental discourse has been overwhelmingly shaped by the imagery of cities, towering skylines, megacities, industrial belts, and densely networked metropolitan zones that ...

Mahatma Gandhi wrote in Harijan, in 1936, that India is to be found in its villages. Today, that still holds true: over 64% of the country lives in its rural areas. While the Mental Healthcare Act of ...

Life in rural India can be extremely challenging. Poverty, poor job prospects and gender inequality are just a few of the issues that continue to plague the country’s rural population. Limited access ...

Sabar Bonda (2025) is a Marathi film that offers an intimate window into queer lives in rural India, exploring love, family, and belonging beyond the urban gaze. By focusing on the experiences of its ...

Rural lending is crucial for India's growth, as improved infrastructure and entrepreneurship thrive in these areas.

iSpiice Volunteering in India contributes to the sustainable development of rural Indian communities. DHARAMSALA, HIMACHAL PRADESH, INDIA, September 30, 2023 ...

As per the Economic Survey, 65 percent of the country's population lives in rural India. The government is constantly focusing on improving the quality of life in rural areas to ensure more equitable ...

India has significantly boosted HIV knowledge in rural areas, yet social stigma hinders testing and treatment. Fear of judgment deters many, especiall ...