How Meghna Joshi's Social Enterprise Is Making Youth Employable
Social entrepreneur Meghna Joshi’s skilling venture SWAN is out to groom India’s youthful workforce and enhance their career prospects.
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Women @ Work
How Samra Zafar Escaped an Abusive Marriage and Found Her Life’s Mission
Samra Zafar escaped a teen marriage and fought a suppressive culture to earn her dignity and education; now she inspires others to do the same.
“Casteism is Everywhere, Whether in Rural or Urban India”: Yashica Dutt
Having hidden her identity for years, Yashica Dutt revealed her caste publicly in solidarity with fellow Dalits at the receiving end of casteism.
The Woman Heading India’s Skill Saathi Programme for Indian Youth
Dr Archana Singh, the head of NSDC’s Skill Saathi programme, is on a mission to empower 10 million Indian youths.
26 Days on an Oil Tanker, and Other Experiments in Art
Painter and printmaker Rohini Devasher’s work explores an interesting intersection of art and science.
This Artist Uses Elements of Psychology and Faith in Her Paintings
Abstract painter and pranic healer Sahaya Sharma infuses her work with psychological nuances and her desire to heal the world.
These Foodies Are Taking Bangaloreans Closer to Their Culinary Heritage
Bangaloreans now enjoy their food heritage to the fullest thanks to Vishal Shetty and Divya Prabhakar’s Bengaluru Oota Company.
Meet the Artist Behind the Kartarpur Corridor Sculptures of Sikh Icons
Adittee Garg’s sculptures capture unnoticed aspects of day-to-day human life with the magic of clay.
Film School Pioneer Meghna Ghai Puri on Bollywood, Business & Her Famous Dad
Daughter of legendary filmmaker Subhash Ghai, Meghna Ghai Puri is spearheading India’s top film school Whistling Woods.
From School Principal to Beauty Queen, the Surprising Journey of Neha Lal
Neha Lal, a mother of three and a school-teacher and principal for over 15 years, had a radical transformation and made it to the Mrs India Legacy this year.
“India Needs More Ex-Sportspersons to Come Back to the Sport and Teach” – Olympian Swimmer Nisha Millet
Olympian swimmer and record-breaker Nisha Millet has taken on a new challenge: training a new generation of Indians to take the plunge.
“Poker Is a Mental Sport; Women Have No Disadvantage” – Poker Champ Nikita Luther
Professional poker is trending in India, and Delhi girl Nikita Luther has already earned a place for herself in the global circuit.
Shooting Champ Gauri Sheoran on Winning Gold and Wearing What She Wants
With dozens of international and national gold medals to her credit, shooter Gauri Sheoran is earning laurels for India all guns blazing.
How the Gahilote Sisters Are Lighting Sparks of Joy Through Storytelling
Rachna Gahilote Bisht, Prarthana Gahilote and Shaguna Gahilote have dedicated their lives to lighting up minds with education and literature.
How the ‘Smule Twins’ Made Indian Classical Music a Viral Art Form
Digital sensations Ranjani and Bhairavi along with their sister Charumathy have successfully taken classical Indian music to the virtual platform.
Maanvi Gagroo and Her Unexpected Cinematic Journey
Maanvi Gagroo never set out to be an actor, but when opportunities began coming her way, she learnt how to ride the waves with wisdom and elan.
From Adoption to Kashmir Blackout, Suno India Is Voicing Issues That Matter
A recent addition to the media landscape, podcasts are already a booming industry based on trust and inclusivity. Padma Priya, co-founder of the Indian podcasting platform Suno India, shares insights.
Rani Khanam, the Sufi Who Dares to Dance Kathak to Islamic Verses
Rani Khanam dances Kathak to Islamic verses, and has broken several of her community taboos in doing so.
What Daughters Can Do: Twins Tashi and Nungshi Malik’s Mountain Mission
The intrepid Tashi and Nungshi Malik set out to conquer the Seven Summits and the North and South Pole to show patriarchal Indian families what daughters can do.
“We Need to Look at Child Poverty as a Crisis”: Geeta Dharmarajan
As India’s iconic publishing house Katha turns 30 years old, its founder Geeta Dharmarajan shares notes from its legacy.
What’s the Difference in Duty and Dharma? A Poet-Astrologer Weighs In
Poet and astrologer Abhijita Kulshrestha talks about channelling her spiritual journey in poetry, and the power of the stars in helping others.
Inadequate Maternity Leave: Why Are Women Forced to Choose Between Job and Baby?
Even a women-dominated profession like teaching doesn’t offer reasonable maternity leave, writes working mother Morghan Brandon.
‘The Warrior Queen of Jhansi’ Filmmaker Swati Bhise on Feminism in Action
An accomplished Bharatnatyam dancer, filmmaker and women’s rights activist, Swati Bhise’s new film is yet another feather in her creative cap.
Meet 2 Delhi Doctors Who Are Also Very Talented Artists!
These two young doctors honoured their creativity and passion for art while pursuing a medical career.
