Changemakers
Historic Win: Indian-Origin Mathematician Nalini Joshi Named NSW Scientist of the Year 2025
Indian-origin Professor Nalini Joshi becomes the first mathematician named NSW Scientist of the Year for her quantum security research.
No Wi-Fi, No Barriers: How an Offline AR App Is Reimagining Learning in 121 Tribal Schools Across Maharashtra
An offline augmented reality app is helping tribal students in Maharashtra visualise complex concepts and bridge learning gaps.
Turning Winter into Warmth: Wishes and Blessings Steps Up Relief for North India’s Most Vulnerable
As a harsh cold wave grips North India, Wishes and Blessings is delivering warmth, dignity, and hope to vulnerable communities.
When Protection Meets Smart Enforcement: Bengaluru Engineer Builds Smart Helmet That Catches Traffic Violators in Real Time
A Bengaluru engineer has transformed his riding helmet into a smart tool that records traffic violations and sends evidence to police, promoting safer roads through citizen-led technology.
‘Someone Had to Step Up’: How a Madurai Startup Is Giving Chennai Cleaner, Safer Public Toilets
Thooya Innovation, the groundbreaking startup solution, is revolutionizing urban hygiene by replacing filthy public toilets with high-quality, free-to-use Loocafes, restoring dignity and safety to city dwellers across Tamil Nadu.
After Losing His Only Son, Gangaram Guarded Delhi’s Seelampur Crossing for Over Three Decades, Saving
A grieving father transformed personal tragedy into decades of selfless public service, becoming Seelampur’s quiet guardian of road safety.
Junoon Awards 2025: Celebrating Passion, Courage, and Community-led Climate Action
At Junoon ’25, Snow Leopard Conservancy India Trust is recognised for blending conservation, culture and civic participation to build lasting climate resilience in the Himalayas.
Bengaluru Begins 2026 With ‘Recycle Resolutions’, A Reminder That Small Habits Still Matter
BBC Media Action’s Bengaluru campaign renews three proven waste habits to enhance recyclability and safeguard informal waste pickers’ dignity in 2026.
Roundglass Foundation Wins Junoon ’25 for Building Climate Resilience Across 2,900 Villages in Punjab
Roundglass Foundation was recognised at Junoon ’25 for community-driven climate solutions transforming rural Punjab through scale, sustainability, and local ownership.
“Talent Means Nothing Without Dignity”: How a 19-Year-Old Coach Transformed Girls’ Football in Rural Rajasthan
A young football coach in rural Rajasthan challenged taboos, prioritised menstrual dignity, and helped village girls rise as athletes and equals.
Hungary Unveils Solar-Heated Tunnels Keeping Strays 15°C Warmer, Slashing Hypothermia by 40% in Deadly Winters
Hungary’s solar-heated tunnels give stray dogs life-saving warmth in sub-zero winters.
₹5 Lakh Wings of Kindness: Karnataka School Headmaster Gifts Village Kids Their First Flight Ever
A devoted Karnataka school headmaster self-funded a Rs 5 lakh special flight for 24 top rural students, giving them their maiden aerial adventure to Bengaluru.
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