Krystelle Dsouza

Vivek Menon, co-founder of the Wildlife Trust of India, was inspired by early encounters with wildlife. His lifelong passion for conservation has led to significant contributions to wildlife protection, anti-poaching efforts, and the creation of elephant corridors in India.

Educate Girls' founder, Safeena Husain's Magsaysay Award win is 18 years in the making. Through projects like Pragati and Vidya, the NGO is changing the lived realities of girls and women who have been cut off from the education system in India.

For a city that lies at the intersection of colonial charm, lip-smacking food, and breathtaking mountains, Darjeeling has a lot to offer. Have 24 hours to spare?

Goa offers a rich blend of culinary delights. Savour seafood at iconic eateries like Vinayak and Souza Lobo or indulge in a feast at Martin’s Corner.

In Sadri, Rajasthan, the Raika community, known for herding camels, has shifted from trading to sustainable camel milk production through Camel Charisma. This social enterprise, led by Dr Ilse Köhler - Rollefson and Hanwant Singh Rathore, is helping preserve the Raikas’ way of life and livelihood.

Nagpur-native Deepali Bavaskar and her husband Vijay turned a spur-of-the-moment idea into Brazil-based ‘Samosa & Company’, serving authentic Indian cuisine to delighted palates far from home. From catering Indian dignitaries to impressing global audiences, their culinary journey blends tradition, innovation, and a love for regional flavours.

Uma Raghuraman, popularly known as Masterchef Mom, is a celebrated food blogger, cookbook author, and home chef who has built a strong community around simple, authentic, and creative Indian cooking.

A certified naturalist, Luv Shekhawat created Utsav Camp in Rajasthan’s Alwar, with guidance from his 90-year-old grandfather, a former forest officer. The jungle lodge, which blends sustainability with rustic charm, opens up to the Sariska Tiger Reserve, offering its guests a wildlife experience.

The Praana Foundation, started by Samyukta Hornad, has a cat rehabilitation and adoption centre focused on rescuing, rehabilitating stray and abandoned cats.

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