Not all headlines are meant to be heavy or sad. Some news pieces are simply there to make you smile and brighten your day. Just like every week, Curly Tales is back with yet another set of five good news stories from across India that are heart-melting and prove that sweet moments are everywhere; we just have to keep our eyes open.
5 Good News From India
1. Hampi Woman Feeds Hungry Tourists At Her Home
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A group of tourists were recently wandering the streets of Hampi, tired and hungry. It was around 10 pm, and most eateries were shut. That’s when a woman who runs a local tiffin centre invited the friends into her home and cooked them fresh food, including dosas with coconut chutney. Even her husband stepped in to help prepare the meal. The video has now gone viral, with many people thanking the woman for her generosity. The video was posted by @07_prerna on Instagram.
2. Thanks To Vikas Khanna, Mumbai Airport Removes Dusty Carpets
In another piece of good news from India, our favourite chef Vikas Khanna is once again in the spotlight. A few weeks ago, the chef suffered a severe asthma attack, which he linked to dusty carpets at Mumbai airport. Recently, while flying back from Dubai, he noticed that major sections of the carpets had been replaced. Vikas Khanna took to Instagram to thank the authorities for listening and taking action.
3. Indian Couple Spends ₹15 Lakh To Take Pet Dog To Australia
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This story will surely delight animal lovers. A couple from Hyderabad decided to move to Australia but refused to leave their pet dog behind. They spent ₹15 lakh to ensure their dog could travel with them and live comfortably abroad. The couple shared their story on an Instagram page,@kahaanioftails. It truly feels like a happily-ever-after moment.
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4. Artist Sketches Pantry Staff Member On Vande Bharat
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A heartwarming video from a Vande Bharat journey is going viral online. To thank a pantry staff member, an artist sketched his portrait mid-journey. When the artist showed the completed drawing to the staff member, the smile on his face said it all. Small gestures like these are enough to make someone’s day. This is easily one of the sweetest good news stories we have come across. Instagram user, @_d_awesome_art_ shared the video on his social media page.
5. Firefighters Rescue Owl Caught In Kite String
There is nothing more heartwarming than people coming together to help a voiceless animal. A video shared on Instagram by Amit Khairnar shows an owl dangling from a wire, with one wing stuck in a kite string in Maharashtra. Firefighters were called for help, and the owl was safely rescued. A big thank you to everyone involved in saving this owl’s life.
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These news pieces are not just good, they are wholesome. Do you know of any other heartwarming incidents from this week?
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