Women

“I always wanted to give back to my community in Bihar,” says Usha who has worked as a designer and consultant with various organisations in India and South-east Asia

Breathable, plastic-free and designed to keep you sweat-free, Laiqa's sanitary napkins are a much-needed respite to women and the environment

From being a single parent to nurturing her ‘mother’ (the Earth) and travelling to New York to receive UNESCO award, Anasuyamma’s life is truly inspiring.

A pioneer in the truest sense, Devika Rani walked a path that few women in Indian cinema have managed to. In fact, she was the one who gave a young Dilip Kumar his first major break! #FirstWomen #Cinema

"I ate these amazing jackfruit bars at a chai ki tapri (tea shop). Made by a local SHG, they contained no preservatives and tasted heavenly. It immediately occurred to me as to why are these products not available in urban markets,” says Vinay about his eureka moment. #Startups #EatHealthy

Cut off from civilization, these scientists spend months studying everything from the history of super-continents to bacteria in glaciers, and have fun while at it!

“I was in a comfortable and prestigious central government scientific position in the Department of Atomic Energy,” informs Aravamudan. Despite the friendly warnings from friends about leaving a prestigious job for something still in its nascent stage, Aravamudan accepted.

"I am honoured that despite my physical limitations, I have not just helped myself, but hundreds of other women!” says one of the gritty women. #Respect #Inspiration

Modhura Palit from Kolkata has come a long way and is carving her own niche. Her journey is a reminder to all of us that dreams do not have any boundaries.

Under the Suposhan Abhiyan, 28,000 women, children and young girls in Chhattisgarh will be put on a wholesome nutrient-rich diet.