Shivani Gupta

Gujarat-based engineer Shani Pandya is revolutionising urban energy needs with his innovative solar trees and tiles. By drastically reducing land requirements, his vertical solar solutions make power generation feasible for densely populated areas.

Indoor saffron farming is a rewarding long-term investment with each bulb promising a decade of golden harvests. You can grow your own saffron by following these simple steps.

Usha Shrotiya launched 'Mama Nourish', that is striving to save legacy laddoo recipes by giving them a modern twist. She has buyers in over 150 corporate establishments like Google, Netflix, and IKEA.

Inspired by Netaji Bose, Asha Sahay was 17 when she joined INA's Rani of Jhansi regiment and fought for Indian independence.

In Odisha’s Ganjam district, the Nirikhyana initiative, led by Dibyajyoti Parida IAS, provides free ultrasound scans to rural pregnant women, bridging healthcare gaps and reducing maternal and neonatal deaths. This has helped reduce neonatal deaths to half in just two years.

At 61, Mukta Singh defies societal prejudices by embracing her grey hair and launching a modelling career. Mukta’s journey highlights the importance of self-worth and redefining beauty.

The residents of Chitlapakkam in Chennai restored a 50-acre lake after years of efforts, petitions, & cleaning drives. Their efforts resulted in the state sanctioning Rs 25 crore for the project.

Vikash Kumar and Rahul Vashukhi have transformed 100 tonnes of plastic waste into stylish and sustainable furniture. Starting with a homemade machine, their venture has grown to generate Rs 10 lakh in monthly revenue.

Siddharth A K, along with his friends Sooraj Verma and Alvin George, runs ‘Carbon & Whale’, a clean-tech startup to convert plastic waste into valuable products. Over the past two years, the company has saved 10,000 kg of plastic waste from polluting landfills and oceans.

Prasanna Gettu suggests five ways to foster a culture of respect, equality, accountability, and working towards creating a society where violence is not tolerated.