Our love for India and the planet manifested as an eco-friendly , first of it’s kind typography pouch that celebrates the diversity of India .
Smart , contemporary , planet friendly – this is our tribute to all that makes India a vibrant , glorious , magnificent nation .
Since it’s launch the ‘Celebrate India ‘ pouch has received much love from Indians and even people of other nationalities !
Buy your ‘Celebrate India’ pouch here http://bit.ly/1Qnptgc
Jai Hind !
Water is a precious natural resource . Essential in every aspect of our lives . Growing population , climate change are putting a big pressure on this life essential resource .
Across India – in homes , offices , public spaces – we have considerable opportunity to save water by being vigilant and pro-active . Conscious effort to fix leaking taps will save liters of water that can help your neighborhood and city .
We cannot afford anymore to be indifferent to the water crisis in India and across the world . Individuals , businesses and governments will need to do everything they can to be water efficient .
In his #MannKiBaat yesterday Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the need to conserve water .
We invite our readers to save water in every way you can . And to spread the message . Pl feel free to share the above ‘India Kuch Kar‘ poster . You can download it from the post or from our twitter handle .
Thank you for choosing to make a positive difference.
At Clean Planet we believe that words have energy and power . Everyday living objects can be imbued with purpose , meaning and positivity . A pouch can be so much more than a pouch .
The Indigenius Shloka pouch is a bundle of positive energy crafted impeccably from 100% Cotton . It has the elegant charm of a wise sage .
Look forward to more of these in the coming months and beyond.
p.s – share your thoughts with us at hello@cleanplanet.in
India has a rich legacy of textile culture that has nurtured over centuries . The diversity and depth of India’s textile heritage is unparalleled anywhere in the world . We pay a tribute to the crafts of India with “Indiegenius” – Handcrafted accessories – which are smart , stylish , contemporary and planet friendly .
The search for special fabrics led us from Andhra Pradesh to Sikkim to choose the best fabrics for the Classic Black & White series.
Only the finest of materials finds place in Indiegenius – handpicked handcrafted fabrics , genuine leather , metal trims . All lovingly crafted into an impeccable clutch that you can carry in style anywhere from Mumbai to Rio . Think of it as a modern day heirloom !
In our urban world – we often end up saving our special attire for special occasions . With this we see less and less of our rich craft legacy in our everyday lives . With Indiegenius accessories you can carry a part of India with you – everyday.
Buy your Indiegenius accessories here http://bit.ly/257n40g
As mankind we have trouble comprehending what’s going on at land . The oceans have consequently been ignored . On a planet that is 71% water – of which 96% is oceans – ignoring the oceans is not an option anymore .
A recent article by the National Geographic profiles the loss of Oxygen from the oceans and it’s consequent impact on marine life . We would encourage everyone to read it to understand in detail the rapid changes that are taking place in the oceans .
In the last several years there has been a growing understanding of the impact of disposal of waste and pollutants into the oceans. Marine life and birds either undergoing mutation or painful , untimely death as a consequence of mankind’s chosen way of life. The risk to marine life does not end there . Marine life need oxygen which they imbibe from water . Natural changes compounded by climate change are resulting in a rapid increase of low oxygen areas . This is pushing marine life closer to the surface , putting certain species at risk . Imagine if we had a sprawling city – but ALL of it’s residents had to live only in 3 neighborhoods . Something like that is happening in the oceans .
The discussion on this can easily degenerate to allocating how much of this is due to climate change . In doing so we will be deluding ourselves .
Our everyday choices as individuals , households , businesses are shaping the Planet . An Ocean of Change is needed to ensure sustainabilty for mankind and other species .
As individuals and households we can make a vast range of choices that reduce disposable waste which choke the planet . As businesses we have even greater responsibility to make choices that go beyond the next quarter results and nurture the planet. Produce responsibly , sell responsibly , buy responsibly . Let’s take good care of the one Planet that is our only Home .
Most of Asia woke up today to the news of Air Asia flight QZ8501 having disappeared en route to Singapore . Across the world people tracked the news hoping for a miracle of the passengers being rescued . That hope still burns bright . Hopefully tomorrow will bring good news about the passengers on board being rescued from the sea .
As it always happens with such flights – there are people who made a last minute reservation to take the flight . And some who cancelled their tickets close to departure . One such lucky individual was Mr Chandra Susanto who was scheduled to travel on QZ8501 along with his wife and 3 children . They cancelled the plan a day prior as his father was unwell .
‘I am very thankful to God for his mercy for me and my family. But I am so sad and very sorry for the people on the plane,’ Mr Susanto said. He also had this to say ‘ Our lives have changed. We are so grateful. We have an opportunity to be the best people we can and to help others. We are so thankful to God‘
Reading the article it struck me that most of us are blessed to have that opportunity daily . Just because we did not miss a flight that crashed we don’t often realize the enormity of the gift that each day represents .
Our thoughts and prayers with those onboard the flight and their families and loved ones . A real tribute would be living each day for the GIFT it truly is #Be the Best People We can & Help Others.
We’re delighted to be a part of the TGPI festival at Juhu , Mumbai starting today . A super eco , creative bringing together brands passionate about creating a sustainable world .
Visit the TGPI festival for loads of eco-goodies , organic food , music !
See you at the festival !
Happy Independence Day
We’d like to reiterate our thoughts on the significance of Independence Day…
A salute to all those who participated in the movement to make India Independent. And to all those unsung heroes across the country who have since then contributed in myriad forms to making this a more equitable , fair , liveable , joyous , progressive nation than it would have otherwise been.
What is the significance of Independence Day in present day urban India ? For the generations that have been born and raised in an independent India ? Newspapers filled with pictures of celebrities wearing clothes that have shades of the tri-color , saying what it means to be Indian . Buying little flags at the traffic signals and putting them in one’s car or desk for a few days. Participating in flag hoisting ceremony in one’s residential building or company. A few moments of solemn silence as the anthem is played followed by snacks and catching up with neighbors . What is the connection that the rituals build with the idea of a nation ? of the idea of being Indian ? The risk is when the sentiment is limited to a few external gestures.
Pl choose to create a glorious India where Independence is a reality for all it’s citizens .
Happy Independence Day.
Pl choose to make a difference.
Our beloved Tote Invictus featured in Women’s Health June 2013 issue !
Tote Invictus is our tribute to one of the greatest leaders of our era – Nelson Mandela . Since it’s launch Tote Invictus has inspired innumerable folks who have been buying it to make earth a Clean Planet . And the tote reminds them daily that we can rise above our circumstances and shape our destiny .You can get your Tote Invictus here.
