All stories by Manu A B
How Nupur Ghuliani developed a environment-friendly fuel for rural homes
Rediff.com3 Jun 2016Nupur was able to successfully build a prototype of a biomass briquette, an alternative fuel from waste materials.
No electricity, no school here but kids learn with iPads!
Rediff.com10 May 2016Two young engineers educate children with iPads n remote villages.
Madhuchandan, a software engineer from US is making farmers richer!
Rediff.com18 Nov 2015For distressed farmers in Mandya district of Karnataka, Madhuchandan is a true saviour.
What other farmers can learn from Manipur's Devakanta
Rediff.com29 Oct 2015Devakanta from Manipur shows the way in conserving and protecting the biodiversity of the state.
Hrithik to present Saji Thomas's incredible saga on Discovery
Rediff.com28 Oct 2015Discovery Channel will soon telecast an inspiring program on people who have overcome physical handicaps.
'I would prefer to die serving the country than be sidelined'
Rediff.com19 Oct 2015'So what if the enemies take us as prisoners of war? So what of they kill us? I would feel proud that I could sacrifice my life for the country,' say these proud lady officers of the Indian Navy.
Why these Aranmula mirrors sell for Rs 1 lakh!
Rediff.com16 Oct 2015With fake products and machine-made mirrors making its way into the market, an age-old art form is under threat.
Success story: Shashank started a healthcare start-up when he was just 20!
Rediff.com14 Sep 2015Practo is an online health service platform which assists patients to meet the best doctors and keeps digital records.
What makes these 10 companies the best to work for in India
Rediff.com6 Aug 2015A friendly working environment, special healthcare facilities, flexible work hours, work from home options, support and camaraderie among the team members keep employees highly motivated in these 10 companies.
How Saji Thomas, a deaf-mute, built an aircraft with just Rs 14 lakh
Rediff.com6 Aug 2015'I can't hear or talk but I could build an aircraft and fly it," says Saji Thomas.
IIM grad Shuvajit Payne gave up a cushy job to work in rural India
Rediff.com29 Jul 2015Shuvajit was confident of making a huge difference in the lives of people in rural India.
Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way
Rediff.com13 Jul 2015Ishita is helping the local community in Spiti lead better lives and build a sustainable environment.
From Illinois to Jawhar: Shriya helps tribal women make a living
Rediff.com18 Jun 2015Shriya Rangarajan has come a long way from the comforts of the western world.
Mumbai to Kolli Hills: Anirudh Prasadh changes the fortune of poor farmers
Rediff.com17 Jun 2015A chemical engineer, Anirudh gave up his high-paying job to work for welfare of farmers in Tamil Nadu.
Shalini Krishnan quit a high-paying job to teach tribal students
Rediff.com15 Jun 2015Shalini Krishnan discovers the amazing talent and creativity of tribal children in Odisha.
How 2 young engineers transformed a Bihar village
Rediff.com15 Jun 2015Every evening when the lights glow in the huts of Gangapur village, the villagers thank two young men - Ajay Kumar and Somil Daga.
Vandana Maurya's story: From a biotech researcher to a social worker
Rediff.com15 Jun 2015Vandana has been attempting to bring in radical changes in the unhealthy food habits amongst the tribals.
Pratibha Krishnaiah gave up a high-paying job to work in a Uttarakhand village
Rediff.com15 Jun 2015Pratibha Krishnaiah quit a lucrative career to help rural women in Uttarakhand.
A 'talking' smart home now in India!
Rediff.com21 May 2015Rahejas plan to incorporate such apartments in their project Ayana in Gurgaon
A young man's crusade to light up a remote Odisha village
Rediff.com15 May 2015Against all odds, the young and determined Varun Sharma has taken up the responsibility to bring electricity, education and empowerment to a remote tribal village in Odisha, says Manu A B.