INSPIRE

The Covid-19 crisis-affected Anusuya Amma’s job as a house help. To overcome the crisis, she set up a Bhajji bonda shop and decided to become independent.

Shalmali Nalawade was 11 when she decided to take up the mammoth cause of cleaning a river in Pune

It can shelter you from rain and sunshine, play good music, and charge your mobile phone. This umbrella really has you covered.

Using challenges to inspire people to contribute to causes has gained momentum in recent years, with movements like the Ice Bucket Challenge and Rice Bucket Challenge capturing the imagination of people. As 2016 draws to a close, there’s a fresh challenge on the cards – the 21-day challenge.

2016 has been a year of many changes and developments, big and small. These women have, in their small ways, made huge impact on their communities and their own lives, and as the year ends, we celebrate their indomitable spirits!

The first India International Science Festival (IISF) was organized at IIT Delhi from December 4-8. Here are the winners of a nationwide science awards programme organised by the Department of Science & Technology during the festival.