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Training to Cultivate Resilience in India’s Agricultural Landscape: Training on CRA Practices

Jan, 2024
Climate Resilient Agriculture, Research & Training

In the face of escalating climate challenges, the agriculture sector stands at a crucial crossroad. Recognising the demand for expertise in this realm, WOTR presents a comprehensive training program on Climate-Resilient Agriculture (CRA) Practices from March 11-15, 2024.

Madhya Pradesh’s Groundwater Scenario: Insights from the 2022 Dynamic Groundwater Assessment Report

Jan, 2024
Water Governance, Water Management

Madhya Pradesh, with over 72% rural population, relies heavily on groundwater, vital for agriculture and daily life. The 2022 Dynamic Groundwater Assessment shows a complex pattern of usage, recharge, and depletion, demanding urgent attention and action.

Reviving the Roots: WOTR & HDFC Bank’s Partnership for Rural India

Jan, 2024
CSR Partnerships, Rural Development

In rural India, communities grapple with climate change, erratic rainfall, and water scarcity. WOTR and HDFC Bank Parivartan’s 14-year partnership aims to tackle these challenges, impacting over 14,500 households across Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Odisha.

7 Key Insights for Designing Effective Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks in Development Projects

Jan, 2024
Field Notes, Research & Training

In the complex world of development projects, designing a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Framework is a critical step towards ensuring successful outcomes. This framework not only tracks progress but also ensures that the intended benefits reach the targeted communities effectively.

A Thirsty Land, a Silent Plea: Can CSR Quench Rural India’s Environmental Woes?

Jan, 2024
CSR Partnerships, Rural Development

Can Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) lead the way in addressing India’s rural environmental challenges, emphasizing the urgent need for a shift in focus towards environmental stewardship to ensure sustainable rural development?

The Precarious Pearl: Why We Need a Revolution in Water Governance

Jan, 2024
Water Governance, Water Management

Can we rise to the challenge and become the custodians of water-the precious pearl, the lifeblood of our planet?

10 NGOs Championing Environmental Sustainability in India

Jan, 2024
About, Sustainable Development

This article highlights ten commendable NGOs that are at the forefront of environmental sustainability in India. These organisations are not just tackling environmental concerns but are also empowering communities towards a sustainable and resilient future.

Blue Carbon Ecosystems: Nature-based Solution for Climate Change

Jan, 2024
Biodiversity, Climate Change Adaptation

This blog will cover blue carbon, highlighting its role in climate change mitigation and adaptation. It will help us understand its significance in combatting climate change and protecting the planet.

Himalayan Pastoralism at Cross Roads: Insights from Changpa Community of Korzok Village of Leh-Ladakh

Jan, 2024
Field Notes, Livestock Management, Sustainable Livelihoods

This blog delves into the lives of the Changpa community, a near-invisible pastoral nomadic community in Ladakh and a group largely unknown to mainstream society.

Harmony in Beliefs: Embracing Diversity and Co-Existence through Wagh Baras

Jan, 2024
Biodiversity

The Mahadev Koli community in Akole, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra celebrates the Wagh Baras festival, observing rituals that venerate nature and embody an ethos of environmental stewardship and peaceful coexistence

Training to Cultivate Resilience in India’s Agricultural Landscape: Training on CRA Practices

Jan, 2024
Climate Resilient Agriculture, Research & Training

Madhya Pradesh’s Groundwater Scenario: Insights from the 2022 Dynamic Groundwater Assessment Report

Jan, 2024
Water Governance, Water Management

Reviving the Roots: WOTR & HDFC Bank’s Partnership for Rural India

Jan, 2024
CSR Partnerships, Rural Development

7 Key Insights for Designing Effective Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks in Development Projects

Jan, 2024
Field Notes, Research & Training

A Thirsty Land, a Silent Plea: Can CSR Quench Rural India’s Environmental Woes?

Jan, 2024
CSR Partnerships, Rural Development

The Precarious Pearl: Why We Need a Revolution in Water Governance

Jan, 2024
Water Governance, Water Management

Can we rise to the challenge and become the custodians of water-the precious pearl, the lifeblood of our planet?

10 NGOs Championing Environmental Sustainability in India

Jan, 2024
About, Sustainable Development

Blue Carbon Ecosystems: Nature-based Solution for Climate Change

Jan, 2024
Biodiversity, Climate Change Adaptation

Himalayan Pastoralism at Cross Roads: Insights from Changpa Community of Korzok Village of Leh-Ladakh

Jan, 2024
Field Notes, Livestock Management, Sustainable Livelihoods

This blog delves into the lives of the Changpa community, a near-invisible pastoral nomadic community in Ladakh and a group largely unknown to mainstream society.

Harmony in Beliefs: Embracing Diversity and Co-Existence through Wagh Baras

Jan, 2024
Biodiversity

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How Raghubir Turned his Childhood Dream into a Thriving Livelihood

Aug, 2026
Livelihood

Raghubir’s story shows how entrepreneurship can begin with a simple idea, the right support, and a little confidence creating a thriving livelihood.

Indigenous Food Systems That Climate Change Cannot Afford to Lose

Aug, 2026
Indigenous Food Systems, Sustainable Livelihoods

Indigenous food systems sustain generations through women’s forest knowledge, biodiversity, and seasonal wisdom—now threatened by climate change. Discover their resilience.

Stewards of Rangeland Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity: A Perspective on Indian Pastoralism

Aug, 2026
Biodiversity, Livestock Management

Pastoralism has shaped India’s rangelands for centuries. Here’s why pastoralists are key to protecting biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.

Water Security Crisis in Shahapur: Heavy Rain, Yet No Water

Aug, 2026
Water Conservation, Water Security

Water security remains elusive in Shahapur despite heavy rains. Discover why hard rock terrain stops groundwater recharge in this Konkan story.

What Airport Lounges Teach Us About Climate Adaptation

Aug, 2026
Climate Change Adaptation, Knowledge Systems, Participatory Approach

An analogy for climate adaptation, showing that scientific expertise alone is not enough. It reminds us that the knowledge on the ground is equally important in making informed decisions

How One Maharashtra Village Stopped Waiting for Rain

Jul, 2026
Water Management, Watershed Development

Maharashtra village, Gosasi, transforms chronic water scarcity into year-round security through watershed structures, women-led savings groups, and sustainable farming practices.

सशक्त नेतृत्व: रामगढ़ में VDC अध्यक्षमनबसिया सिंह की प्रेरक यात्रा

Jul, 2026
Livelihood, Women Empowerment

सिलाई उद्यमी से VDC अध्यक्ष तक, मनबसिया सिंह अपने छत्तीसगढ़ के गाँव को बेहतर भविष्य की ओर अग्रसर कर रही हैं।

Leading from the Front: Manbasiya Singh’s Journey as VDC Chairman in Ramgarh

Jul, 2026
Livelihood, Sustainable Livelihoods

From tailoring entrepreneur to VDC Chairman, Manbasiya Singh is leading her village in Chhattisgarh towards a better future.

A Better Tomorrow

Stories, Practices, and Solutions

Training to Cultivate Resilience in India’s Agricultural Landscape: Training on CRA Practices

Madhya Pradesh’s Groundwater Scenario: Insights from the 2022 Dynamic Groundwater Assessment Report

Reviving the Roots: WOTR & HDFC Bank’s Partnership for Rural India

7 Key Insights for Designing Effective Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks in Development Projects

A Thirsty Land, a Silent Plea: Can CSR Quench Rural India’s Environmental Woes?

The Precarious Pearl: Why We Need a Revolution in Water Governance

10 NGOs Championing Environmental Sustainability in India

Blue Carbon Ecosystems: Nature-based Solution for Climate Change

Himalayan Pastoralism at Cross Roads: Insights from Changpa Community of Korzok Village of Leh-Ladakh

Harmony in Beliefs: Embracing Diversity and Co-Existence through Wagh Baras

Training to Cultivate Resilience in India’s Agricultural Landscape: Training on CRA Practices

Madhya Pradesh’s Groundwater Scenario: Insights from the 2022 Dynamic Groundwater Assessment Report

Reviving the Roots: WOTR & HDFC Bank’s Partnership for Rural India

7 Key Insights for Designing Effective Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks in Development Projects

A Thirsty Land, a Silent Plea: Can CSR Quench Rural India’s Environmental Woes?

The Precarious Pearl: Why We Need a Revolution in Water Governance

10 NGOs Championing Environmental Sustainability in India

Blue Carbon Ecosystems: Nature-based Solution for Climate Change

Himalayan Pastoralism at Cross Roads: Insights from Changpa Community of Korzok Village of Leh-Ladakh

Harmony in Beliefs: Embracing Diversity and Co-Existence through Wagh Baras

By Categories

By Tags

How Raghubir Turned his Childhood Dream into a Thriving Livelihood

Indigenous Food Systems That Climate Change Cannot Afford to Lose

Stewards of Rangeland Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity: A Perspective on Indian Pastoralism

Water Security Crisis in Shahapur: Heavy Rain, Yet No Water

What Airport Lounges Teach Us About Climate Adaptation

How One Maharashtra Village Stopped Waiting for Rain

सशक्त नेतृत्व: रामगढ़ में VDC अध्यक्षमनबसिया सिंह की प्रेरक यात्रा

Leading from the Front: Manbasiya Singh’s Journey as VDC Chairman in Ramgarh

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