Tamil Nadu

In Tamil Nadu, the Irula tribe utilises ancestral knowledge to extract snake venom, supplying nearly 80 per cent of India’s anti-venom.

In coastal Tamil Nadu, 10,000 villagers joined hands with forest officials to revive the state’s largest mangrove forest. Using ancient knowledge and scientific design, they restored 2,057 hectares of dying wetlands—bringing back biodiversity, fish, and hope. This is the powerful story of nature’s comeback, led by the people who need it most.

Once infamous for pollution, Tiruppur’s textile industry is now a model for water recycling and sustainability using Zero Liquid Discharge systems.

Just 60 km away from Ooty, Kinnakorai is the tranquil secret of the Nilgiris. Free from the crowds and tourist traps, this peaceful village invites you to explore its serene trails.

Naveen Kumar left his comfortable engineering career to build a beggar-free India. Through his Atchayam Trust, he has helped over 1,400 people living on the streets find jobs, shelter, and hope. His mission goes beyond charity—restoring dignity, purpose, and a fresh start for every life he touches.

From frozen rivers to hidden waterfalls — a state-wise guide to India’s most thrilling adventure escapes.

In a cricket-obsessed nation, Mahaveer Raghunathan chose an unlikely path: motorsport. Thirteen years later, he’s racing for Ferrari in the Italian GT Championship, proving that dreams fueled by talent can break every barrier.

Discover how a humble 4-seater restaurant in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, built on secret spices and a signature turban, grew into the global biryani giant — Thalappakatti.

After losing his brother in an accident, Durai Prithviraj from Tamil Nadu launched a free ambulance service and has served over 1.5 lakh free meals to the needy.

From streetlights powered by food waste to jewellery made from newspapers, these 4 NGO’s in Tamil Nadu are upcycling discarded materials into tools for change.