Riya Singh

Ashwin Sawant has set up his hydroponics fodder farm and research centre in Junnar, Pune Farming

How this Maharashtra engineer became a hydroponics fodder millionaire

In 2011, Ashwin Sawant quit his job in Dubai to set up a hydroponics fodder farm in Junnar, Pune, when the farming technique was still in its infancy in India. Requiring 90% less water and land, he now replicates the hugely profitable model across India

By Riya Singh
Jul 28, 2023 01:03 IST 7 Min read
Aparant uses non-recyclable multilayer plastic to make bags, pouches and other items while the rest is sent to recycling units. Pic: Aparant Environment
How Chiplun’s Aparant helps in Olive Ridley Turtle conservation by upcycling plastic
By Riya Singh
Jul 12, 2023 00:28 IST 5 Min read
Ignis Careers' learning model replaces rote learning with expression and participatory language learning Enterprise
This couple’s innovative English & life skills training provides upward mobility to underprivileged students
By Riya Singh
Jun 14, 2023 22:12 IST 6 Min read
Monish Siripurapu and a house with terracotta tiles Enterprise
Monish Siripurapu: The architect using terracotta to cut down AC bills by 30%
By Riya Singh
May 24, 2023 00:03 IST 5 Min read
Dr Shweta Verma with Ginny Enterprise
Ginny: The disabled doll promoting inclusivity and diversity
By Riya Singh
May 12, 2023 00:02 IST 5 Min read
Pink City Rickshaw Company has trained 200 women so far Enterprise
Jaipur’s Pink City Rickshaw breaks gender stereotypes; empowers underprivileged women
By Riya Singh
Apr 24, 2023 00:09 IST 6 Min read
Seema Soby Kurian and her husband Soby Jose Kurian Enterprise
Kerala couple empowers women through handcrafted personal care products
By Riya Singh
Apr 12, 2023 01:29 IST 6 Min read
Graamya is helping farmers transition from chemical to natural farming and finding the right market and price for their produce Enterprise
Graamya: Kerala startup takes naturally-grown spices from Idukki to the world
By Riya Singh
Mar 10, 2023 00:39 IST 7 Min read
Ceva Himalayan is empowering locals in Himachal Pradesh's remote Pangi valley Enterprise
Ceva empowers tribal farmers, women in Himachal's remote Pangi valley
By Riya Singh
Feb 08, 2023 00:09 IST 5 Min read
From juveniles in correctional centres to landless labourers, how Pushpa Jha is helping create mushroom entrepreneurs in Bihar Farming
From juveniles in correctional centres to landless labourers, how Pushpa Jha is helping create mushroom entrepreneurs in Bihar
By Riya Singh
Dec 26, 2022 18:52 IST 7 Min read
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