India

Srivatsan’s journey from Chennai to Toronto to find acceptance, find his partner Saravanan, and adopt their son Sendhan, highlights their struggles and triumphs as a gay couple.

Pingali Venkayya, a visionary and freedom fighter, designed India’s iconic tricolour flag, symbolising unity, sacrifice, and hope. Despite his pivotal role in India’s identity, he remained largely uncelebrated. Here’s more about this unsung hero.

Disappointed by wilted roses and dull bouquets, Vikas Gutgutia didn’t just walk away — he built Ferns N Petals from scratch, worked with farmers, faced shutdowns, and called customers himself. Today, his idea blooms across over 100 countries.

Conflict may divide land, but it cannot always divide people. The Partition of 1947 saw communities torn apart—but also brought to light stories of unity, where individuals crossed lines of faith and fear to protect each other. These moments show that peace begins with people.

Through its unique fellowships in social entrepreneurship and responsible enterprise, Access Livelihoods is helping young changemakers work directly with farmers, educators, and waste workers, gaining hands-on experience while learning how to design impactful solutions for India’s growing problems.

Over the decades, moms have carried an invisible mental load that’s shaped their lives in powerful ways. From the 80s to now, the role of motherhood has evolved in some surprising ways—but at its core, the emotional complexity and chaos have stayed the same.

Living with Parkinson’s, Kiran Kamdar hasn’t missed a single day in five years — rising at 5 am to cook fresh khichdi for over 100 patients and caregivers.

Colonel Sofiya Qureshi’s journey, from commanding peacekeeping missions to leading Operation Sindoor, is a powerful reminder of leadership defined by skill, determination, and service.

Sustained by volunteers, painted by communities, and embraced by those in need—India’s Walls of Kindness are a living, breathing tribute to public compassion.

Brainchild of Pradeep Kokkat and Ali Asgar from Kerala, ‘Green Bio’ has redefined eco-friendly packaging. These bottles only leave behind water, CO2, and biomass.