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President of India Inaugurates National Conference on ‘Environment – 2025’Calls for a Collective Responsibility to Preserve a Clean and Sustainable Future

March 29, 2025

29 MAR 2025: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated a two-day National Conference on ‘Environment – 2025’ on March 29, 2025 in New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that all days related to the environment give the message that we should keep their objectives and programs in mind every day and make them a part of our daily life as far as possible. Environmental protection and promotion will be possible only through continuous activism based on awareness and everyone’s participation. The President said that our children and the younger generation have to face and contribute to environmental transition on a much wider scale. She highlighted that elders in every family worry about which school or

THDC India Limited reaffirmed with Special Outbound Event in Rishikesh

March 7, 2025

THDC India Limited, a prominent Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) in the power sector, reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment by organizing a special one-day outbound activity for its women employees at the Corporate Office in Rishikesh. The event, held in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, aimed to recognize and honor the invaluable contributions of women in the workplace while fostering a culture of equality, leadership, and professional growth. Shri R. K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director, THDC India Limited, emphasized the organization’s dedication to ensuring equal opportunities and representation for women. Sh. Vishnoi stated that women are the backbone of society, and their contributions are integral to the progress of any organization and nation. “At THDC India Limited,

2025 ECOSOC PARTNERSHIP FORUM

February 5, 2025

The 2025 Partnership Forum of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC Partnership Forum), held on 5 February 2025, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York marked the first major event of the ECOSOC calendar. The one-day mega event, chaired by the ECOSOC President, H.E. Mr. Bob Rae, convened under the theme, “Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no one behind.” The forum placed a special emphasis on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that will be reviewed at the 2025 high-level political forum on sustainable development (HLPF), namely Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being); Goal 5 (Gender Equality); Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth);

FUJIFILM India Joins MoHFW’s Clarion Call of ‘100 Days to TB Elimination Campaign” with Flag-Off Event in Keonjhar, Odisha

December 16, 2024

16th December 2024: FUJIFILM India reaffirms its dedication to India’s TB elimination goals by 2025 through active participation in the “100 Days to TB Elimination Campaign.” The initiative began with a flag-off event in Keonjhar, Odisha, today to give an edge to the government’s measure of making “TB Mukt Bharat” a reality. With project initiation in Keonjhar, the campaign will further extend to 6 districts in Gujarat with Navsari, Vyara, Rajkot, Morbi, Mehsana, and Patan in Gujarat with an ambition to screen over 45,000 population in 100 days. This commitment builds on FUJIFILM India’s ongoing TB Screening CSR Campaign “Where Innovation meets Care” By leveraging its advanced handheld X-ray device, the campaign has transformed TB detection with high-quality, low-radiation imaging,

GreenSole Foundation’s First Charity Event in Mumbai Inspires Action for Sustainability and Social Impact

November 29, 2024

29 November 2024: GreenSole Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to sustainability and community empowerment, hosted its first-ever charity event at St. Xavier’s College Auditorium in Mumbai on Nov 28. The event aimed to raise awareness about sustainable practices while addressing critical global challenges such as poverty, waste reduction, and environmental preservation. The event brought together an impressive lineup of guests, including Mr. Sudhakar Sonawane (Former Mayor of Navi Mumbai), Mr. Shriyans Bhandari (Founder, GreenSole Foundation), Ms. Vineta Fernandes (Head of CSR, GreenSole Foundation), and Dr. Rajendra Shinde (Principal, St. Xavier’s College). Bhasin family from Ram Fashion Exports, one of the foundation’s corporate partners, was also in attendance. Inspiring Quotes from Distinguished Guests Speaking at the event, Mr. Sudhakar Sonawane praised

United Way Bengaluru partners with Continental to Transform Karnataka Public School in Anekal

November 19, 2024

19 November 2024: United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) in partnership with Continental, has launched an ambitious school adoption program at Karnataka Public School (KPS) in Anekal, with a ground-breaking ceremony marking the start of this significant initiative. The program, part of the Government of Karnataka’s SAMATVA Initiative, is a multi-year commitment aimed at transforming government schools to improve infrastructure and educational quality for students across the state. This project follows a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of Karnataka, Continental, and UWBe. Established in 1947, KPS Anekal currently faces challenges in accommodating its growing student body and providing essential facilities such as labs and sports areas. This initiative targets critical improvements in infrastructure, such as classroom renovations and

Bhopal Hosts Third State-Level Consultation on Glaucoma Prevention

September 23, 2024

23rd September 2024: The third state-level consultation in the ongoing collaborative campaign between Sightsavers India and AbbVie India was successfully held at Hotel Palaash Residency, focusing on strategies to prevent visual impairment due to glaucoma. The event brought together a diverse group of participants, including ophthalmologists, senior optometrists, public health professionals, civil society representatives, social scientists, and journalists. The objectives of the campaign are to raise awareness about glaucoma, its risk factors, and the importance of regular eye check-ups. It aims to promote early detection and timely treatment of glaucoma to prevent blindness. This national campaign seeks to unite experts, policymakers, and key stakeholders to discuss the current state of glaucoma awareness and treatment in India, while regional consultations are

PRESIDENT OF INDIA INAUGURATES 8TH INDIA WATER WEEK

September 17, 2024

The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the 8th India Water Week today (September 17, 2024) in New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the goal of reducing the number of people suffering from water scarcity is of great importance for all of humanity. Under the Sustainable Development Goals, there is an emphasis on supporting and strengthening the participation of local communities to improve water and sanitation management. The President said the arrangement for providing water to everyone has been the priority of our country since ancient times. From Ladakh to Kerala, effective systems of water conservation and management existed in our country. Such systems gradually disappeared during British rule. Our systems were based on harmony with nature.

11th CSR TIMES Summit & Awards held in Goa, CM Sawant calls for greater participation

August 24, 2024

11th CSR TIMES Summit & Awards held in Goa, CM Sawant calls for greater participation Panjim, August 23: The 11th Corporate Social Responsibility Summit and CSR Times Awards 2024 were held in Goa on Friday. The summit was organised by CSR TIMES- a periodical on corporate social responsibility, in association with the Goa CSR Authority. The occasion was graced by dignitaries including Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant and Sadanand Shet Tanavade, Hon’ble Member of Rajya Sabha and Goa BJP chief, among other distinguished guests including business leaders, CSR professionals, and numerous award winners from across India. The venue of the summit bears special significance as Goa, being a small state and relatively easier to manage with regard to CSR,

With the help of Assistive Devices, HMD and Samarthanam Trust, empower persons with disabilities

June 3, 2024

3rd June 2024: HMD, in partnership with the Samarthanam Trust, recently teamed up to conduct a joint initiative aimed at empowering people with disabilities (PwDs). The event, held at Samarthanam Trust’s premises, focused on providing essential assistive devices, promoting independent living, and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Through this collaborative effort, HMD and Samarthanam Trust have embarked on a mission to provide essential assistive devices that enable people to overcome challenges, reduce secondary health complications, and unlock new educational and employment opportunities. By equipping individuals with vital tools, this initiative aims to foster independence, alleviate caregiver stress, and promote an inclusive society where everyone can thrive. The project mobilizes resources to provide assistive devices, empowering people