Her Voice

Interior designer, entrepreneur, traveller, fitness enthusiast and committed advocate for animal welfare, Ratna Kalluri stands out as a woman who designs not just spaces, but lives—thoughtfully, consciously, and with enduring purpose   A belief rooted in meaning With over a decade in interior design, Ratna’s journey has been shaped by an inner belief that goes beyond trends or timelines. For her, design has always been deeply personal. "My anchoring belief has always been tha

With over two decades devoted to therapeutic care, Madhuri Challagolla—Founder of Healing Hands—embodies a vision where science, intuition and compassion converge   From Beauty to Therapeutic Healing Madhuri Challagolla’s journey into the healing arts did not begin in a clinic, but in the world of beauty and wellness. Trained as a beautician, she practised massage therapy with a basic foundation, yet her instinct always leaned towards nature-led remedies rather than chemical

Some journeys are not chosen; they are survived, transformed, and ultimately offered back to the world as light for others   When Survival Became a Decision In 2012, life took an unexpected and devastating turn with a cancer diagnosis and fragile odds of survival. What followed was not surrender, but a fierce inner resolve shaped by love and responsibility. “There was only one thought in my mind,” she reflects. “If I had to go, I would go down fighting — and I had to fight fo

From a small, obscure town to a life shaped by books, borders and belief, Geeta Canpadee’s journey is a testament to resilience, curiosity and quiet courage   Geeta Canpadee A Childhood Where Curiosity Replaced Convenience Growing up in Koppal, a small town in Northern Karnataka in the 1970s, Geeta Canpadee’s early world was shaped by scarcity—of resources, access and opportunity. “I grew up in Koppal… hardly visible on India’s map,” she recalls. Her school was the town’s ver

From boardrooms to grassroots initiatives, her work reflects a commitment to building enterprises that prioritise values, responsibility and long-term societal good   Meghana Narsimha In a professional landscape often driven by speed, scale and short-term gains, Meghana Narsimha stands apart as a leader who measures success through impact, integrity and people-centric growth. Working across human resources, manufacturing and large-scale social initiatives, her journey reflect

Two seasoned educators, Dr Shazia Ali and Rohini Rajput, come together with one shared mission — to nurture confident, compassionate children by blending timeless values with thoughtful modern learning L to R: Rohini Rajput, Dr Shazia Ali In an era where early education is often reduced to milestones and metrics, Dr Shazia Ali and Rohini Rajput stand apart. With over five decades of combined experience, they lead Nature Kidz Academy not merely as administrators, but as custod

Rooted in tradition and guided by purpose, Srilatha Vegi is redefining everyday wellness through purity, patience and an unshakeable belief in mindful living   Srilatha Vegi Srilatha Vegi’s story is not one of overnight success, but of quiet conviction — built steadily from childhood memories, professional discipline and a deep respect for nature. Founder of Paripurni Organic Products Pvt Ltd, a cold-pressed oils manufacturing brand, Srilatha has carved a distinctive space in

Author, actor, and storyteller Devika Das reflects on the truths that shape her art, her purpose, and her evolution   Devika Das moves effortlessly between the worlds of literature, theatre, and marketing — a rare fluidity that has become her signature. For her, creativity is not a compartment but a compass. “Self-discovery through art is a wonderful adventure of life,” she says, adding that she weaves creativity into her professional world simply because “it makes it interes

Jyoti Kullu’s journey is a testament to what happens when passion refuses to wait its turn Jyoti Kullu Jyoti’s story is not one of linear steps, but of leaps — bold, intuitive, purpose-driven leaps that took her from corporate meeting rooms to a vibrant world where pets, people, creativity, and consciousness beautifully intersect. Her journey is a testament to passion, discipline, and an extraordinary will to build something that truly matters. Armed with a Bachelor of Scienc

Successful entrepreneur and Founder of AV Designs, Avani Goyal gives an insight on why social media is no longer optional, but essential for brands and individuals seeking relevance and trust Avani Goyal In today’s fast-moving digital landscape, attention spans are short and competition is intense. According to Avani Goyal, doing good work alone is no longer enough if it is not seen. “You may be doing great work, but if you are not visible online, you are almost invisible,” s

Every entrepreneur knows the feeling—days that vanish into back-to-back meetings, inboxes that never seem to empty, weekends that dissolve into catch-up work. For many leaders, this constant whirlwind becomes the cost of ambition. But for Rashmi Harjai , it became the spark for a solution — TaskWizard Pic credit: Shrikanth Karri   With over 18 years of experience working alongside founders, CXOs and dynamic teams, Rashmi had a front-row seat to both brilliance and burnout. Sh