Deepnarayan Nayak, known as 'Raster Master', started an outdoor school in a tribal village near Asansol in 2014, using mud walls as blackboards to educate underprivileged children. His 3G model includes three generations and has expanded to nearly 50 centers with 150 teachers and 10,000 students. Despite India's free elementary education system serving 131 million students, many schools lack standards, leading to high dropout rates, especially among girls. Nayak's model, highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, could ensure the right to education for every child, even in challenging circumstances.

The horseshoe crab, an ancient marine arthropod, is facing extinction due to human activities such as unregulated fishing, habitat degradation, and increasing water pollution. Found in Indian waters off Odisha and West Bengal, particularly in the Sundarban delta, the horseshoe crab's blue blood has significant medicinal value. Despite surviving five mass extinctions, the species is now at risk, with the International Union for Conservation of Nature listing it as endangered in Asia.

The article lists five books that provide insights into rural India, covering historical events, the reality of rural policies, farmers' lives, marginalized communities, and the Santhal people. The books are 'Sky is My Father: A Naga Village Remembered' by Easterine Kire, 'Everybody Loves a Good Drought: Stories from India’s Poorest Districts' by P. Sainath, 'Baawre Beej' by Vishakha Chanchani, 'Broken Ladder: The Paradox and The Potential of India’s One Billion' by Anirudh Krishna, and 'The Adivasi Will Not Dance' by Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar.

Biswajit Sahu, a fisherman in the Sunderbans, has created a museum in his residence showcasing a collection of over 10,000 artefacts, including fossils, terracotta figurines, and ancient scripts, revealing the region's history. Despite facing financial struggles and the threat of climate change, Sahu continues to expand his collection, which has earned him recognition and awards. However, his efforts are challenged by the lack of proper infrastructure and preservation techniques, as well as the need to relocate due to rising sea levels.

The article discusses the severe impact of the Ganga river's erosion and flooding on the communities in West Bengal's Malda and Murshidabad districts. It highlights the annual destruction caused by the monsoons, which displaces hundreds of families, leading to migration, increased child labor, and health risks from occupations like beedi binding. The Farakka Barrage, operational since 1975, is identified as a contributing factor to the exacerbated destruction, disturbing the natural flow of the river and causing significant ecological damage. The author, Sudip Maiti, visited affected villages in October 2021 and observed the plight of both lower-income groups and the well-off, who are forced to relocate and lose property to erosion. The government's temporary solution of sandbags is ineffective in preventing the recurring problem, and no permanent solution has been found.

The article discusses the escalating human-elephant conflict in West Bengal, India, where Asiatic elephants from the Dalma forest are causing destruction to local agriculture and property. With the arrival of winter, these elephants damage paddy fields, crops, and mud huts, leading to confrontations between the villagers and the elephants. Despite the villagers' efforts to protect their livelihoods using various deterrents, there have been numerous casualties and injuries on both sides. The conflict is partly attributed to human encroachment on elephant habitats. The state has recently introduced 'Gaja Mitra' or elephant watchers to monitor and manage the movements of elephants to prevent further conflicts. The article also includes a disclaimer about the accuracy of translations provided by Orato World Media.

The article recounts the harrowing experience of a fisherman in the Sundarbans of West Bengal, India, who survived a tiger attack. The fisherman, who has been fishing in the area for 16 years, was attacked by a Royal Bengal Tiger while napping on his boat. His crew managed to save him, and he was taken to a hospital where he spent two weeks in a coma. The attack left him with severe injuries, requiring multiple surgeries and causing financial hardship for his family. His son had to migrate to another state for work, and his wife took a job at a tourist resort to make ends meet. The story highlights the dangers faced by those living in close proximity to wildlife and the challenges of recovery after such traumatic events.