Shivani Gupta

Kerala’s Dinil Prasad rebuilt his life after floods and debt by turning to cage fish farming. He now shares five practical tips that helped him build a thriving venture.

Meet Kolkata’s momo king, Rinchen — once forced to give away free momos when no one ordered, he now draws crowds from across the city eager to taste his creations. He was mocked for his accent, but his remarkable rise is filled with lessons for every aspiring entrepreneur.

In Varanasi, railway tracks are doing more than carrying trains. Banaras Locomotive Works has piloted India’s first removable solar panels between tracks, generating clean energy from unused space and offering a bold path toward sustainable railways.

What if reporting a pothole, logging a flooded home, or fixing a garbage black spot was as simple as sending a WhatsApp message? With Reap Benefit’s chatbot, 1.5 lakh young Indians across 18 states are turning that into everyday reality.

Mantaj Sidhu quit his high-paying Google job in Ireland to start Gill Organics, a venture that lets urban families temporarily own a patch of land where fresh, organic food is grown for them. Here’s how he is bridging the gap in demand and supply of chemical-free produce.

Pooja Kaul’s startup Organiko turns donkey milk into sustainable skincare, empowering 150 families while rewriting the narrative of dignity and livelihood for India’s donkey owners.

Excessive chemical use is degrading India’s soil, reducing fertility, and releasing carbon. Sustainable practices such as composting, agroforestry, mulching, and crop rotation restore health, boost yields, and capture carbon sustainably.

In Tonk, Rajasthan, an AI-led programme is helping students beat math fear and boost exam scores. IAS officer Saumya Jha’s ‘Padhai with AI’ now runs in 350+ schools.

Researchers at NIT Rourkela, led by Dr Preetam Sarkar, are transforming agricultural waste like jackfruit, jamun, and litchi seeds into biodegradable films. These innovative films offer eco-friendly food packaging alternatives, extending shelf life while supporting a circular economy.

Sai Manogna Guthikonda, a 17-year-old JEE Main topper, achieved a 100 percentile, backed by her family’s unwavering support and guidance. Her mother, Padmaja, emphasises discipline, a balanced routine, and children’s mental well-being — without exerting excessive pressure. Here’s what parents can learn to help their children succeed.