Krystelle Dsouza

Ajit Singh, a software engineer, was moved by the news of the drought in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. His concept of ‘oxygen parks’, areas of concentrated tree plantation, is an attempt to help the land heal.

The Wildlife Trust of India is transforming the Greater Manas landscape by reviving habitats, reintroducing wildlife, and empowering local communities. Their long-term conservation efforts have restored ecological balance and renewed hope for one of India’s most iconic landscapes.

From artist enclaves to quiet cultural corners, these recommendations come straight from a Chennai local who knows the city beyond its landmarks.

Ganesh Ashok Ranade transitioned from being a commerce graduate to a dedicated organic farmer, creating a 40-acre agro-tourism haven in Ratnagiri. The homestay offers guests a hands-on farming experience and a taste of authentic farm life.

Rasams, pickles, podis, and vadams fill the shelves of Saraswathy paati’s digital culinary repository. At 90, she’s the go-to for anyone who wants to put together a meal filled with nutrition.

Wildlife conservationist Sharvan Patel is using a WhatsApp group of 1,300 members, most of whom contribute Rs 365 annually, to restore habitats, protect endangered species, and improve farming practices in Rajasthan.

The birds are singing once again across the wetlands of India. And a unique project, that is transforming farmers, boat ferrymen and teachers into wetland mitras, is behind this.

When Sudhir and Bhawana were travelling around the world, they realised the mountains were where they belonged. So, they built a sustainable home in the forests of Tirthan Valley in Himachal Pradesh.

STEMonsters Education is a learning ecosystem for students in classes 3 to 12 that bridges the gap between textbook theory and real-world application.

At 50+, companionship knows no bounds — a Pune-based initiative has brought together dozens of seniors in meaningful relationships, proving love truly has no expiry date.