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SCERT Maharashtra and Kotak Education Foundation Announce ‘AI Saathi for Educators’ to Build AI Literacy Among Teachers Across the State

July 20, 2026

Mumbai, 20th July, 2026: State Council of Educational Research and Training, Maharashtra in collaboration with Kotak Education Foundation announced the launch of ‘AI Saathi for Educators’ in Mantralaya on July 14th, 2026. The AI Saathi course was launched by Hon. Education Minister, Shri. Dadaji Bhuse. The launch was attended by the Chief Secretary of School Education and Sports Department, Mr. Ranjit Singh Deval, Education Commissioner Mr. Sachindra Pratap Singh, Director of SCERT Dr. Hemant Vasekar, President of Maharashtra State Examination Council, Nandkumar Bedse, Director of Secondary Education Mr. Mahesh Palkar, Director of Primary Education Mr. Sharad Gosavi, Deputy Director of SCERT Ms. Varsharani Bhopale, Sub-division Chief Mr. Rajendra Wakade, Dr. Sandip Mulay, Deputy HOD, IT Department and Ms. Alka Pagare,

Vedanta Forays into Bihar, Launches 1,000 Nand Ghars

July 20, 2026

MoU signed with Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Bihar A deeply personal milestone for Vedanta Group’s Chairman, Shri Anil Agarwal as the movement enters his home state Marking its expansion into the 18th state of India Patna, Bihar | 20th July 2026. In a landmark step towards strengthening India’s early childhood development ecosystem, Nand Ghar, Vedanta’s flagship social impact project under the Anil Agarwal Foundation, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Bihar, to transform 1,000 existing Anganwadis into modern Nand Ghars across the state which will impact nearly 1,00,000 children, women & community members in the state. Each Nand Ghar is designed as a state-of-the-art, holistic

Muthoot Finance Impacts 33.7 Lakh Lives Through CSR Initiatives in FY26; Announces ₹174.03 Crore CSR Outlay for FY27

July 20, 2026

Kochi, [20 July]: Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold loan NBFC, has announced a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) outlay of ₹174.03 crore for FY27, reaffirming its commitment to inclusive growth, sustainable development, and long-term community welfare across India. During FY26, Muthoot Finance spent ₹106.42 crore on CSR initiatives, positively impacting approximately 33.7 lakh beneficiaries through programmes spanning healthcare, education, housing, livelihood support, social innovation, community development, and sports promotion. Recognising education as a catalyst for social transformation, Muthoot Finance continued to invest in initiatives that expand access to quality learning, strengthening its commitment to education through programmes such as the Muthoot M. George Excellence Awards, Muthoot M. George Higher Education Scholarships, and Muthoot Shiksha Jyothi. Collectively, these programmes supported nearly 11,900 students, including first-generation learners and students from

Kidney Stone Prevention Initiative Unites More Than 8,200 Doctors Across India, Earns Asia Book of Records Recognition

July 17, 2026

Nationwide doctor-led awareness drive on kidney stone prevention recognized for scale and reach, reinforcing the role of preventive healthcare in everyday patient care. National | 17th July 2026: Himalaya Wellness Company’s Cystone Break Free Movement has been recognized by the Asia Book of Records for the “Largest Number of Doctors Raising Awareness about the Prevention of Kidney Stones.” The nationwide initiative brought together 8,248 doctors, predominantly General Physicians and AYUSH practitioners from across India. Kidney stone disease is an increasingly prevalent health concern in India, with a high likelihood of recurrence when preventive measures are not adopted. Recognizing the critical role doctors play in driving awareness, the initiative was designed to encourage doctor-led communication on simple, everyday preventive practices. Each participating

Fixderma Marks UV Safety Month by Empowering Young Minds with Skincare Education at Pehchan NGO

July 16, 2026

Gurugram, Haryana | 16 July 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to preventive skincare and community wellbeing during UV Safety Month, dermatologist-prescribed skincare brand Fixderma conducted an interactive skincare education programme for children and teenagers at Pehchan NGO, encouraging them to develop healthy sun protection habits from an early age. The initiative focused on introducing young participants to the basics of skin health, helping them understand the impact of everyday sun exposure, the importance of year-round UV protection and the role simple daily skincare habits play in maintaining healthy skin over time. Through interactive discussions and engaging demonstrations, the session encouraged children to view skincare not as a cosmetic practice, but as an essential part of overall health and self-care. To reinforce

Building India’s Future Workforce: VISL’s Skilling Initiatives Transform 1lac+ Lives Across States

July 16, 2026

Vedanta Iron And Steel Limited (VISL), a leading ferrous resources company with operations across India & Africa, is commitment to building a future-ready workforce through a diverse portfolio of skilling, education, IT skilling, entrepreneurship and sports development initiatives that continue to create sustainable livelihood opportunities across its operating regions. Aligned with the year’s WYSD theme – Skills for a Shared Future – the company’s initiatives have helped transform over 1 lac+ lives across states. As India advances towards becoming a global manufacturing and industrial powerhouse, a skilled and employable workforce will be central to achieving the nation’s aspirations. Recognising this, VISL has consistently invested in empowering the youth with technical, vocational, digital and entrepreneurial capabilities, enabling them to become active

Vedanta Transforms 20 Lakh Lives Through Skills and Livelihoods

July 15, 2026

Holistic skilling ecosystem spans vocational training, women-led entrepreneurship, agriculture, sports and youth empowerment 46,000+ youth empowered through industry-aligned skilling initiatives since 2016 New Delhi, July 15, 2026: Marking World Youth Skills Day, Vedanta Group, the world’s leading metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power and technology conglomerate, today announced that it has empowered nearly 20 lakh people through its skilling initiatives over the past six years, reinforcing its commitment to building an inclusive and future-ready workforce. Focused on enhancing employability and creating sustainable livelihoods across ages, genders and communities, Vedanta’s skilling ecosystem spans vocational and technical training, women-led entrepreneurship, agriculture and farmer capacity building, sports-based skill development, and youth empowerment programmes. Aligned with the Government of India’s Skill India Mission,

Dalmia Bharat to manufacture one of the world’s greenest cements from Andhra Pradesh

July 15, 2026

New manufacturing unit in Kadapa will run on over 80% renewable power, recycle all its water, and create 1,000 jobs – as southern India’s cement demand accelerates New Delhi/Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh | 15 July: Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), one of India’s leading cement manufacturing companies, today laid the foundation stone for its second manufacturing unit in Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. The foundation laying ceremony was graced by Shri Nara Lokesh, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Real Time Governance and Human Resources Development, Government of Andhra Pradesh, along with Mr. Puneet Dalmia, Managing Director & CEO, Dalmia Bharat Limited, senior government officials and the company’s leadership. With an investment of ₹3100 crore, the project will establish a next-generation integrated

Ambuja Foundation Empowers over 5,700 Farmers through Sustainable River Lift Irrigation systems and multi cropping in Murshidabad, West Bengal

July 15, 2026

Mumbai, 15th July 2026: Addressing the irrigation challenge in twenty-three villages in Farakka town, Murshidabad, West Bengal, Ambuja Foundation supported 5700 farmers in building River Lift Irrigation systems, adopting multi-cropping practices and doubling their incomes. Following an extensive survey conducted by agricultural experts, Ambuja Foundation decided to construct River Lift Irrigation (RLI) systems as a sustainable solution to solve irrigation problem in the area. The foundation along with partners established twenty-five River Lift Irrigation systems across twenty three villages, covering nearly 747 hectares of farmland and directly benefiting over 5,700 farmers. The initiative has transformed the lives of rural communities by supporting the villagers with assured irrigation system and year-round cultivation. Designed to lift river water to higher elevations and

From Potential to Progress: How M3M Foundation is Empowering India’s Youth Through Skills

July 15, 2026

“The future belongs to those who are prepared for it.” 15th July 2026: A single opportunity has the power to change far more than one life. It can replace uncertainty with confidence, dependence with dignity, and transform a job seeker into a job creator. More importantly, it creates a ripple effect, uplifting families, strengthening communities, and contributing to the nation’s progress. Hajrat’s journey is a testament to this transformation. Raised in a modest village, Hajrat dreamed of pursuing higher education and building a better future for his family. But when his father’s health deteriorated and financial responsibilities mounted, those dreams slowly gave way to uncertainty. Like countless young people across rural India, he wasn’t short of ambition, he simply lacked

SCERT Maharashtra and Kotak Education Foundation Announce ‘AI Saathi for Educators’ to Build AI Literacy Among Teachers Across the State

July 20, 2026

Ambuja Foundation Empowers over 5,700 Farmers through Sustainable River Lift Irrigation systems and multi cropping in Murshidabad, West Bengal

July 15, 2026

From Potential to Progress: How M3M Foundation is Empowering India’s Youth Through Skills

July 15, 2026

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