Startup

Shashank Nimkar, a National Institute of Design graduate, founded Earth Tatva to modify ceramic waste into a versatile material for artists, architects, and designers. His unconventional approach combines recycled ceramics with a natural clay binder, creating eco-friendly products like tiles, mugs, and architectural partitions.

From baby towels to nappies, 78-year-old Krishnaveni Bangara stitches everything a newborn needs with care and love. Her business, Kitty’s Care, began 24 years ago, sparked by the birth of her granddaughter, and continues to thrive today.

Vijay Pratap Singh left his banking career at 23 to build ‘AdvenThrill’, a trekking company dedicated to making Indian mountaineering safer and globally recognised. Here’s how he’s mapping new trails and transforming adventure tourism.

When childhood toys outgrow their use, Poonam Shah sees potential. This Mumbai artist transforms them into unique resin art furniture, blending sustainability and creativity. How does she turn nostalgia into functional, beautiful art? Dive into the story behind these personalised, one-of-a-kind pieces that carry lasting memories.

Tanveer Inamdar's Mission Urja has transformed tribal villages in Maharashtra, bringing electricity through innovative portable solar and hydroelectric solutions. Since 2018, about 945 families have benefited, breaking free from economic bondage.

Over the past four years, Bengaluru-based The Habitainer has built over 200 customised container homes using solar power and repurposed materials — offering a low-waste, climate-conscious alternative to conventional housing.

Started by Heena Patel with just a pair of knitting needles, Magic Needles is now a Rs 8.5 crore handmade brand empowering more than 300 women, championing slow fashion, and building a global crafting community across over 35 countries.

Harshita Joshi, a young entrepreneur, left her IT career to found Jogurt, a clean-label, high-protein Greek yoghurt brand made with A2 milk. Motivated by her battle with PCOS, she created a healthier and preservative-free alternative for those seeking nutritious, wholesome food.

Raised in a conservative family, Sudharani Marndi broke the mould to pursue art over a conventional career. From a small-time creator to an entrepreneur, she turned her hobby into ‘Jhunuk Crafts’, a thriving business with domestic and international orders — earning both income and her family’s respect.

Spice Up Foods, a Kolkata-based startup founded by Amit and Shalu Murarka, along with co-founder Madhu Goel, is changing the ready-to-eat meal industry. With their freeze-dried, preservative-free meals, they have served over 15,000 meals, providing home-cooked options for travellers.