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Balrampur Bioyug, born from a granddaughter’s vision and her grandmother’s legacy, is India’s first PLA. The brand, launched by Balrampur Chini Mills, aims to turn sugar derived from sugarcane into bio-plastics — and can rewrite what sustainability, innovation, and circular economy can look like when rooted in Indian soil and purpose.

"During my great grandfather's time, the region was caught up in the 'Great Game' between the British and Russian Empire. Today, the players have changed, which are India and China. This is indeed the new 'Great Game'."

Here's the incredible story of what happened at Nathu La and Cho La in September 1967 — a battle the Chinese rarely talk about.