http://www.propoor.org/ ProPoor is an internet portal that meets the needs of nonprofit service organizations in South Asia. With a focus on delivering resources, new developments, and inspirational stories, ProPoor's website brings information that makes a difference. We hope to match resources with needs and in the process awaken the light of service in individual hearts. eng inspiration, good news, service eng propoor@charityfocus.org 2010-03-09 09:08:03 If there is a neem or jamun tree in your backyard, check it regularly and note down when they flower and fruit. You may soon realise you are collecting data for scientific research through the website www.ncbs.res.in... http://propoor.org/news/?n=35773 Sat, 08 May 2010 07:55:21 -0700 Bihar was the first Indian state to implement reservation for women at the Panchayat level three years ago. But now slowly but steadily positive stories are beginning to emerge.... http://propoor.org/news/?n=36526 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:26:16 -0800 Using foot pedals, the average urban citizen can contribute to saving precious water, without compromising on lifestyle.... http://propoor.org/news/?n=36189 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:13:25 -0800 After Gaya and Bodh Gaya, Irfan Alam, an MBA from Pondicherry, has decided to introduce Samman pre-paid rickshaw services in Patna next month.... http://propoor.org/news/?n=36193 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:03:09 -0800 The environment fraternity lost five extraordinary individuals in 2009 -- Ravi Sankaran, Smitu Kothari, W A Alan Rodgers, Narendranath Gorrepati and Edward Goldsmith.... http://propoor.org/news/?n=36190 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:03:41 -0800 In Pakistan, women like Sona Siddiqi have learnt to built earthenware smokeless stoves that save precious fuel woods. ... http://propoor.org/news/?n=36192 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:03:29 -0800 About 115 carpenters and masons from eastern Bhutan are being trained to build quake resistant homes under the Bhutan recovery and reconstruction plan funded by UNDP.... http://propoor.org/news/?n=36191 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:03:09 -0800