free education for poor
Free Education for Poor

Free Education for Poor Students: 19 Sponsorships, Govt Schemes, & Policies in India

A significant portion of the Indian population above 25 years is either illiterate or has only completed primary education. Just over 10% have completed higher education. This is when there are approximately 12 lakh primary and upper primary schools across India. Atal Bihari Vajpayee wisely said, “I am convinced that education, especially higher education is that endeavor which will catapult…

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Help Blind People

How to Help Blind People: 10 Tips for Visually Impaired Person Support

Did you know that according to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are an estimated 39 million blind individuals globally, with an additional 246 million experiencing low vision? Today, blindness is exponentially common, notably among the 50+ population. However, we continue to grapple with a lack of understanding and consciousness when it comes to visually impaired individuals, their needs, and…

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NGOs in Uttrapradesh

10 Local NGOs of Uttar Pradesh Bringing Positive Change

Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India and the largest country subdivision globally, is home to millions of individuals seeking support and opportunities for positive change. Many residents look for NGOs across various cities to contribute to social causes or to receive assistance, whether financially or in times of emergency, given the presence of numerous prominent NGOs operating in…

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NGOs in India, NGOs in Uttrakhand

9 Local NGOs of Uttarakhand Bringing Positive Change

Uttarakhand is widely known as the “Land of Gods” for its religious significance, and scenic beauty. It is also home to many NGOs doing significant work in different fields, including environmental conservation, disaster relief, education, health care, and women upliftment.  Since a lot of people are unaware of these NGOs driving positive change in the region, Helplocal- a platform to…

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Reduce carbon footprint
Environment & Global Warming, Global warming, Uncategorized

15 Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint: Tips for Businesses & Individuals

Reducing your carbon footprint means changing the way you live and work. While India is already faring well in the field of carbon footprint (we are emitting only one third of the global average), we are still far away from the goal of zero net emissions.   That’s why it’s important to answer how people and Indian businesses can further reduce…

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Stop wildfire in summer
Environment & Global Warming, Global warming, NGOs in India

How to Stop Wildfires in Summers: Expert Forest Fire Tips and Ideas

In April 2024 alone, India reported around 75000 forest fires with Odisha recording the worst numbers. While the nature of forest fires in India is not as serious as in countries like Australia and USA, it is still a matter of great concern. Preventing wildfires in hot summers of India is crucial to protect animals and ecosystems alike.  However, the…

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