Innovation

Through The Mumbai Plastic Recyclothon by L&T and Project Mumbai, over 500 tonnes of plastic waste have been recycled into benches, tiles, school desks, bins, and pathways across the city.

Bay leaf cultivation in North Dinajpur, West Bengal, has grown into a Rs 400 crore industry in 20 years. Women are key in sorting and drying, earning dignified incomes and reshaping agricultural livelihoods. Learn how this spice boom is changing lives.

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

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.

From farms to defence labs, classrooms to hospitals — here’s how NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub is mapping real innovations that could shape India’s journey to 2047.

Sagar Malhotra left a flourishing banking career to follow his passion for food. He founded Chakh De Chole and created India's first-ever chhole kulche vending machine, bringing authentic street food with a modern twist. This is his story.

Bharath Rnkawat’s innovative Enlog device tackles electricity wastage, reducing power consumption by 23 percent. This solution has helped over 23,000 users save 4,800 MWh of power while significantly cutting costs and emissions.

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.

Discover how IAS officer Sandip Jacques expertly managed the St Francis Xavier Exposition by implementing AI technology for crowd control and strategic delegation across multiple departments. His innovative approach ensured the success of the event without any mishaps.

Meet Mannat Kaur, the 18-year-old who became the first Indian to compete at the Stockholm Junior Water Prize with her eco-friendly greywater recycling system. Her innovation can save up to 50% of household water and reduce carbon emissions by 85%.