Innovation

Komal Panda watched her father, who had diabetes, struggle to store his insulin. So, she invented Novocarry, which can well become a diabetic's best friend.

Kerala University’s patented hydrogel dressing for diabetic wounds, created by Fathima Rumaisa and Prof Mini S, uses ferulic acid and L-proline to speed healing and changes colour to signal infection.

Designer and researcher Shreya Thakkar innovated the Wander On Assist smart cane, which has GPS tracking, BP monitoring, and more.

Kerala resident Stanley Jacob built a water filter that purifies dirty water without electricity, suitable for both commercial and industrial use.

Dr Pawan Mehrotra, a biochemist and breast cancer researcher, developed an innovative low-cost solution for women undergoing mastectomies, called 'Poorti.'

Meet the student innovators transforming lives with five tech-driven solutions, from AI-powered farming tools to eco-friendly cooling devices.

Makers Hive, a Hyderabad-based assistive technology startup, has developed the KalArm, a 3D printed, lightweight and affordable bionic arm for people with upper limb amputations.

Calvin Aranha and Farish Anfal, from Udupi in Karnataka, started Krop AI. The hydroponics startup integrates technology and automation to enhance crop quality and production.

A citizen-funded initiative in Rajnandgaon, led by IPS officer Mohit Garg, uses 537 AI-powered CCTVs to revolutionise crime prevention and has solved 100+ cases in just two months.

Tarun Jami, the founder of GreenJams, came up with Agrocrete, an eco-friendly brick option that reduces construction costs by 50%.