Tahira Noor Khan | Page 4

Imagine a 'Digital India' free of linguistic fences; free from the monopoly of English as a language on the internet which many Indians are unable to comprehend. With the advent of affordable internet connectivity and wider network coverage, the potential market of the native Indian user on the internet cannot be underestimated.

Growing urbanisation has pushed farms out of the towns to the peripheries. But a new breed of farmers is taking farming by storm by helping us harvest superfoods sans chemicals and pesticides in our kitchen. Meet some of the urban farmers from around the country who ensure that these tiny shoots or microgreens provide a palate full of health, wealth and goodness.

Among the numerous consumer brand start-ups, the ones who understand consumer demand are the ones who survive.

Kerala-based Genrobotics specializes in design and development of robotic solutions to address manual scavenging. The company has now gone global with presence in the UAE and plans to extend footprint in other countries too.

Paid leaves for both parents, transferable leaves among employees, dog-friendly offices, and lots more! Keeping up with the demand of their young workforce, start-ups have come up with innovative and exciting HR policies that empower all employees. Glance through our pick of young businesses where innovation and experimentation are an integral part of their work culture.

The drinks are helpful against medical conditions like PCOD and PCOS and provide the nutrition required by women.

Ellementry makes handcrafted, sustainable and eco-friendly kitchenware, serveware and tableware products.

Brand creation, product development and infusion of life to spaces - Elephant pioneers in these arenas whilst rendering some highly functional and iconic designs.

Amrapali Jewels have brought international accolades to Indian jewellery craftsmanship.

Khan is currently busy designing a spa in Goa which spreads over 50,000 square feet. She calls it her most ambitious project yet. She also plans to venture into online retail.