Nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Western Ghats, near the renowned Silent Valley National Park, lies the Mannarkkad Rural Service Co-operative Bank Limited (MRSCB)—a shining example of grassroots success in Kerala’s cooperative movement. Established in 1989 with just 305 members and a humble share capital of ₹30,000, MRSCB has grown into a thriving multi-service […]

In an age where e-commerce giants dominate the digital landscape, one platform is quietly revolutionizing how traditional artisans connect with the global marketplace. Weavers Direct, an online marketplace dedicated to handwoven goods, is offering artisans from across the globe a vital lifeline—transforming local craftsmanship into international opportunity. More than just an e-commerce platform, Weavers Direct […]

India’’s long coastline and rich inland waters means that fishing is a major industry in the country, with over 14 million people involved in fishing and aquaculture. Fishing communities, however, are among the weakest in society, suffering from illiteracy, poverty and lack of knowledge about technology. Many fishermen are exploited by middlemen, but cooperatives can […]