Innovation

Haryana-based Dr Shivdarshan Malik has developed the Vedic Plaster and Gocrete Bricks, two innovations to replace conventional concrete while building structures, in a bid to revive traditional modes of construction

IIT Kanpur researchers Dr Archana Raichur and Dr Niraj Sinha have innovated a nano adsorbent that removes toxic metals and  other contaminants from water stored in earthen pots

Almost every region in India is blessed with its own water management methods that were tailored to fit the unique geographical and cultural needs of the place and the community. Here are some of them.

SAS India leveraged its technology to assimilate data that could support evidence-based policymaking and governance, especially in Odisha.

The Aha NexCruise, a plug-and-play device developed by Jaipur-based Aakash, maximises the range of an EV when going long distances on routes with no fast chargers.

Samrat Nath from Assam built a theft-proof e-bicycle by watching YouTube. The e-bike has security features like GPS and a fingerprint sensor.

Designed by IIT Kanpur alumni Hari Shankar, BHOOMI is an automatic solar composting device that converts organic waste into nutrient-rich compost without much effort

Harry Dennis, a marine biologist in the UK, runs Waterhaul, a non-profit that recycles discarded fish nets, called ghost gear, to make 100% eco-friendly sunglasses.

New York-based designer Joe Doucet, in an attempt to harness wind energy, has created the wind turbine wall — a project that can generate 10,000 kWh of green electricity in a year.

Mumbai-based microbiologist Divya Rathod has innovated the Hapito Protector spray, which is being used across Mumbai to disinfect public toilets to prevent the spread of UTI