From Colonial Origins to Indigenous Defence Manufacturing: The Evolution of RFI
The Rifle Factory Ishapore (RFI) stands as an Indian state-owned defence manufacturing unit situated in Ichhapur, West Bengal. Historically, the factory operated under the Ordnance Factory Board of India until the pivotal year of 2021 when it underwent corporatization, falling under the ownership of Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited.
Navigating Sustainable Practices and International Perspectives in Education
The Seth Anandram Jaipuria Group of Educational Institutions stands out as a prominent conglomerate in education. It encompasses 16 K-12 schools, 5 preschools, 2 management institutes, and a teachers’ training academy across north and central India. With a rich educational legacy spanning 78 years, the group currently boasts a student
Beggars’ Corporation Is The Finest Example of ‘Social Reengineering’
Beggars’ Corporation stands apart from typical NGOs engaged in fundraising and receiving donations to alleviate the socioeconomic challenges of the nation. Instead, it represents the world’s pioneering “for-profit” organization, dedicated to transforming beggars into entrepreneurs. This visionary concept was inspired by Chandra Mishra, a journalist turned social worker, who firmly
Women Farm Leaders’ Representation Will Revolutionize Agriculture
Established in 1983, PRADAN (Professional Assistance for Development Action) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to uplifting India’s rural poor, especially women. Operating in seven of the nation’s most impoverished states, PRADAN professionals actively engage with underprivileged communities, guiding them towards escaping poverty and leading lives of dignity. PRADAN’s approach
Sustainable Farming through Solar-powered Innovation
Spowdi, an innovative greentech company, is at the forefront of driving the shift towards regenerative farming. It aims to bring about a positive impact on both people and the planet by harnessing the potential of solar power. The company strives to make innovation accessible, particularly for those who have traditionally
The Science of Millet Originates in India
Dr. B. Dayakar Rao, serving as the Principal Scientist and CEO of Nutrihub at the Indian Institution of Millet Research (IIMR), is widely recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to millet value chain development. His nationally acclaimed strategic model integrates on-farm production, diversified processing, product development, machinery retrofitting, and successful commercialization
Feeding the Future through Climate-Resilient Agriculture
Dr. Sharat Kumar Pradhan, currently serving as the ADG (Food & Fodder Crops) at ICAR in New Delhi, previously held the position of rice breeder at ICAR-NRRI, Cuttack for an impressive 25 years. Throughout his career, Dr. Pradhan has made significant contributions to agriculture, especially rice breeding and genetics. Having
Uplifting Agriculture Through Investments and Incentives
Professor Vijay Paul Sharma currently serves as the Chairman of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) within the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare for the Government of India. With over three decades of rich and diverse experience, Professor Sharma is renowned as an expert in agribusiness management
Amul – Crafting Delights, Enriching Lives
Amul, an esteemed dairy cooperative, holds a significant position in India’s food industry. Established in 1946, the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), widely recognized as Amul, stands as a shining example of successful cooperative entrepreneurship. Visionary leaders like Verghese Kurien played a pivotal role in its foundation, transforming the
Ensuring Financial Inclusion in Remote Areas through Fintech
BuyNSwipe, a DPIIT-certified financial technology company, was established in January 2017 under the Startup India program. Functioning on a B2B model, this tech-enabled hyper-local payments network provides digital financial and non-financial services to locals. The company collaborates with retail stores to offer assisted digital financial services such as cash withdrawal,