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Through traditional water harvesting and the construction of check dams, Amla Ruia has revitalised more than 100 villages across Rajasthan. By uniting local communities in the effort, she has restored water security and unlocked livelihoods.

Invented by Prasad Phadke in Ahmedabad, the Eco BioTrap disrupts mosquito breeding using affordable, biodegradable materials — providing protection against dengue, malaria, chikungunya and more.

Awarded the Padma Shri in 2024, Sarbeswar Basumatary's story is one of perseverance. From humble beginnings as a daily wage labourer in Assam, his remarkable journey proves that resilience, innovation, and hard work can change lives.

From cries to calm. From fear to relief. Across India, children and families are experiencing vaccines without the sting of needles — thanks to a device that delivers medicine in less than a tenth of a second. A quiet revolution in healthcare has begun.

For 120 days, photographer Prasenjeet Yadav set up camera traps in Odisha’s Similipal forest, chasing a dream, 12 years in the making. One rare image of a black tiger changed everything.

A former banker quietly built a Rs 5 lakh-a-month business in his home. No soil, no sunlight — just trays of nutrient-packed microgreens growing in a controlled secret space.

Nestled in the Himalayas, Himalayan Writing Retreat is a sanctuary for writers and dreamers. Founded by Vandita Dubey and Chetan Mahajan, it offers workshops, residencies, and a serene environment to create. Supporting local communities and the Chirag School, this magical space inspires stories while fostering creativity, learning, and connection.

From robotic boats to duckweed-powered wastewater treatment, five innovative ways that are reimagining river cleanup with community impact, proving that young changemakers can revive India’s lifelines.

Gujarat’s farmers are switching to Sonpari mangoes — and for good reason. They look and taste like Alphonso, but are easier to grow, more weather-resistant, and offer up to four times the yield. In uncertain times, this homegrown variety is helping farmers earn better and grow stronger.

KS Sheeja found solace in gardening after her son’s accident. She pursued organic farming, learned new techniques, and now runs a self-sustaining farm that is home to bees, poultry, and over 200 plants of exotic fruits and vegetables!