STATES IN INDIA AND CSR STORIES
CSR in each state has a unique story to tell. The efforts that the state government has taken, the support and contributions made by the stakeholders is an interesting narration. Some have done very well, some have potential, and others are learning. – M. Rajendran Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has traditionally been a […]
Heatwaves in India: The Silent Crisis Impacting Our Children
Addressing the Extreme Weather Conditions as a Consequence of the Global Climate Crisis New Delhi, India – 31st May 2024: As India grapples with increasingly severe heatwaves, the nation’s most vulnerable population, its children, face significant health and developmental risks. Bal Raksha Bharat, a leading child rights organization, highlights the urgent need to address these […]
Rotary-led water conservation program ‘Partners for Water Access and Better Harvests in India’ awarded US $2 million to help farmers in India
May 29, 2024 — With limited irrigation facilities in India, many farmers are dependent on rainfall, leaving them vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Extreme weather events like droughts, floods, and storms affect soil fertility, crop yields and livestock production – all of which have led to reduced productivity and income for farmers. To […]
MP Focused on its Ambulance, Railway Seating, and Export Business, Pinnacle Industries Limited Announces New Facility in Pithampur
29th May 2024: Pinnacle Industries Limited, an integrated commercial vehicle seating & interior company, announced its additional state-of-the-art facility in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, expected to be operational by Q4-FY25. This facility will primarily focus on the production of advanced ambulances and railway seating systems, marking a significant expansion in Pinnacle Industries’ manufacturing capabilities and commitment […]
Kotak Education Foundation announces 1000 scholarships under Kotak Junior Scholarship Programme for meritorious 10th+ Students in Mumbai
28th May 2024: Kotak Education Foundation (KEF) – the CSR implementing agency of Kotak Mahindra Group, announced 1,000 scholarships under the Kotak Junior Scholarship program to facilitate further education of meritorious Class 10th+ students from economically disadvantaged sections across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Along with financial aid of 73,500 over 21 months, this program offers […]
For ‘Hunger Free World’, Malabar Group initiates the program and distributes 51,000 nutritious food packets every day
28 May 2024: In the ongoing CSR program by Malabar Group, ‘Hunger Free World’ to provide nutritious meals daily to the needy, they will be expanding to cover more people and cities. At present, as many as 31,000 food packets are distributed under the ambitious program, which was initiated to support the United Nations’ Sustainable […]
A campaign launched by United Way Bengaluru called ‘Mangroves Matters’ to restore Mangrove Ecosystems
28th May 2024: Recent reports showed that there was about 35% loss in mangroves between 1996 and 2010, showcasing a concerning trend in environmental degradation. Mangrove ecosystems play a significant role in stabilizing coastlines, making their preservations of coastline, making their preservation a crucial, paramount global threat. They can sequester carbon at a rate five […]
SOIE and Kamakhya join hands to celebrate World Menstrual Day with an educational event and sustainable sanitary pads distribution
28th June 2024: With World Menstrual Day right around the corner, SOIE, a leading lingerie brand from Ginza Industries Ltd., in association with Kamakhya, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering women, hosted a menstrual hygiene educational event at its Surat Factory in Sachin. The event focused on raising awareness about menstrual hygiene and empowering women […]
Employment of Individuals with Disabilities in Indian Corporate Enterprises
27th May 2024: Despite the significant contributions of persons with disabilities (PwDs), they are often perceived as a burden by Indian corporations. Contrary to this misconception, PwDs have proven to be valuable assets in the workplace. This document explores the myths, challenges, and strategies for improving the employment scenario for PwDs in India. Myths and Misconceptions Employers often […]
Conscious Leadership for ESG & Sustainability
Date: May 18, 2024 Organized By: ABVSME (JNU) & DMA ESG Committee In Association With: ICSI & ICMAI Event Chair: CS Deepak Jain, DMA ESG Committee Chair May 24, 2024 – The highly anticipated event, “Conscious Leadership for ESG & Sustainability,” held on May 18, 2024, was an outstanding success. Organized by ABVSME (JNU) and the […]