Millions of people in Delhi–NCR may soon be left without their natural shield against dust, heat and pollution. A new rule introducing a 100-metre height cut-off has put almost 90% of the Aravalli hills at risk, simply because most of these ridges are naturally low in height. But these so-called “low” Aravallis are the onesContinue reading “Disaster for India’s National Capital Region”
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Greening Pochanpur: Small Green Patches, Big Urban Impact
Pochanpur in Southwest Delhi is expanding rapidly — and with it come rising pollution levels, heat stress, and a growing disconnect from nature. In this scenario, even small green patches make a powerful difference. 🌿 1. Better Air Quality (AQI) Micro-forests and green pockets help reduce particulate pollution. ☀️ 2. Reduced Urban Heat Island EffectContinue reading “Greening Pochanpur: Small Green Patches, Big Urban Impact”
Youth Power in Action: How Three GKFTII Students Are Documenting Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis
Delhi is among the world’s most pollution-affected cities, where deteriorating air quality has become a daily reality. Rapid urbanization, vehicular emissions, industrial activity, stubble burning, and dust pollution together push the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) into the “severe” category multiple times each year. While many people discuss this issue only through complaints or socialContinue reading “Youth Power in Action: How Three GKFTII Students Are Documenting Delhi’s Air Pollution Crisis”
From Myths to Science: Nurturing the Spirit of Inquiry for a Sustainable Future
New Delhi, 11 November 2025 — In an inspiring evening that celebrated knowledge, curiosity, and the power of human thought, the book “From Myths to Science: The Evolving Story of the Universe” by Gauhar Raza was launched in the presence of Javed Akhtar and Purushottam Agrawal. The event brought together three brilliant minds who spokeContinue reading “From Myths to Science: Nurturing the Spirit of Inquiry for a Sustainable Future”
मिट्टी परीक्षण — धरती की सेहत का सच्चा आईना
हमारी ज़मीन, हमारे खेत और बगीचे की जड़ में छिपा होता है जीवन का आधार — मिट्टी।लेकिन यह मिट्टी कैसी है, इसमें कौन-से पोषक तत्व हैं, कौन-से नहीं — यह हम तब तक नहीं जान पाते जब तक हम इसका परीक्षण नहीं करते। मिट्टी परीक्षण (Soil Testing) एक ऐसा वैज्ञानिक तरीका है, जो मिट्टी कीContinue reading “मिट्टी परीक्षण — धरती की सेहत का सच्चा आईना”
Menstrual Hygiene Workshop at JJ Cluster, Dwarka – Breaking Myths, Building Confidence
Rise Foundation recently organized a Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Workshop at the JJ Cluster near Dwarka, led by Madhuri Varshney, who has been consistently working at the grassroots level to improve community health and women empowerment. For many adolescent girls and women in underserved communities, menstruation is still surrounded by silence, taboo, and misinformation. Recognizing this,Continue reading “Menstrual Hygiene Workshop at JJ Cluster, Dwarka – Breaking Myths, Building Confidence”
EcoBricks & Plastic Pollution Awareness at Durga Puja, Gurgaon
This Durga Puja, sustainability took center stage at Durga Puja Samiti, GGN with an insightful session on EcoBricks and Plastic Pollution led by Inderjeet Singh sir and Munish Kundra from team Rise Foundation NGO . They inspired the community with simple yet powerful solutions—how every one of us can convert non-recyclable plastic into EcoBricks andContinue reading “EcoBricks & Plastic Pollution Awareness at Durga Puja, Gurgaon”
Celebrating a Milestone: Rise Foundation Honoured at Forbes India We Serve India Awards 2025
We are deeply humbled and proud to share that Madhuri Varshney, Secretary, Rise Foundation, has been chosen as a Regional Winner at the #ForbesIndia – #WeServeIndiaAwards2025, presented by #LionsClubsInternational, in the category of #WomenLed #Social #Innovation for her exemplary work as a #Miyawaki #Urban #Forest Creator. 🌳 The award was graciously presented by Hon’ble DeputyContinue reading “Celebrating a Milestone: Rise Foundation Honoured at Forbes India We Serve India Awards 2025”
200 Native Saplings Planted in Gurugram under Seva Pakhwada 2025
As part of the Seva Pakhwada 2025 campaign on 23rd Sep 2025 , Rise Foundation NGO joined hands with ONGC Videsh Limited to carry out a meaningful plantation drive in Govt School, Sector 4, Gurugram. In a collective effort to enhance urban green cover and combat air pollution, volunteers and local residents planted 200 saplingsContinue reading “200 Native Saplings Planted in Gurugram under Seva Pakhwada 2025”
Rise Foundation Launches “Save Soil” Initiative with Advanced Testing
New Delhi, India – Rise Foundation has unveiled its latest green mission, “Save Soil,” a community-driven effort to protect and restore soil health. The initiative focuses on scientific soil testing across 14 key parameters, using the cutting-edge Ekosight Soil Testing Kit to provide accurate, on-the-spot insights into soil quality. Partnership with Cow Hut Farms, KanganheriContinue reading “Rise Foundation Launches “Save Soil” Initiative with Advanced Testing”
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