World Mosquito Day is observed every year on 20 August. It is observed to acknowledge and honour Sir Ronald Ross, a British doctor who discovered that female mosquitoes were responsible for the transmission of malaria
As a child,
Vidhi Singhal was very passionate about fashion. In fact, in 2017, she quit her corporate job to start
The August Company a sustainable fashion startup in Bengaluru. But after reading about the kind of pollution in the earth and the need for sustainability, she wanted to do more than just make money.
To further that mission, the startup is now working on the
three pillars of sustainability social, economic, and environmental. The August Company’s workforce comprises
90 percent of women. In fact, it pays fair wages and fixed salaries to all its employees. The startup ensures its products are environment-friendly and makes accessories with remnant fabrics. It also uses
According to the National Health Portal of India, an estimated
18 million people in the country are believed to be living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a group of developmental disabilities involving social, communication, and behavioural challenges. Despite the significant number of people living with autism, there is very little awareness about the developmental disorder in the country, leading to exclusion in schools, colleges, the workplace, and society.
Advocacy group Action For Autism (AFA), says there is a need to create an inclusive environment for people with autism to enable them to contribute as fully participating members of their community. This means creating a barrier-free environment where they feel comfortable. To facilitate that,
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