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Tata Power Deepens Autism Inclusion, Impacts 45,000+ Families Through ‘Pay Autention’

Mumbai, April 7, 2026: Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day through a day-long inclusive celebration under its flagship ‘Pay Autention’ initiative. The event was organized in partnership with the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and took place at the Trombay Community Hall in Chembur. It also marked the beginning of a month-long series of initiatives aimed at promoting autism awareness and fostering inclusion.  The engagement brought together over 300 participants, including neurodiverse individuals, caregivers, NGO partners, and experts—underscoring Tata Power’s commitment to strengthening support systems for the neurodiversity community. Since its inception in 2022, ‘Pay Autention’ has impacted over 45,000 + families across India. At the core of this initiative is a growing support

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Rwandans and friends of Rwanda mark the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda

On 7 April 2026, the High Commission of Rwanda in India, in partnership with the United Nations in India, organised Kwibuka32 event, marking the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The event took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with morning and evening sessions. The commemoration activities began with a morning exhibition attended by around 450 students and educators from high schools across New Delhi and nearby areas. Through their artworks, students depicted the horrors of the genocide while spreading messages of peace, love, and unity. Speaking at the exhibition, Mrs. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, expressed her sincere appreciation to UN India for its collaboration during commemoration activities. She further

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Dalmia Bharat Partners with Delhi PWD to Transform Under-Flyover Spaces into Sustainable Urban Hubs

New Delhi, 6th April 2026: Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), one of India’s leading cement companies has partnered with the Public Works Department (PWD), Government of Delhi, to undertake the beautification of select spaces beneath key flyovers and a road stretch in the capital. The MoU was signed on 6 April 2026 in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta. Covering Lodhi Flyover (near Oberoi Hotel), Oberoi Flyover (near Neela Gumbad), Mangi Bridge and Hanuman Setu, the initiative aims to enhance urban aesthetics while promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity restoration. DBL will lead the design, development, and maintenance of these sites, including landscaping, plantation and upkeep, with a defined maintenance period of three years post completion.

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Tata Power lights up key offices Nationwide in Blue to Mark World Autism Awareness Day

National, April 7, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusion and social responsibility, Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day by illuminating its key offices in blue across multiple locations in India. The initiative, led under its flagship Pay Autention initiative, aimed to raise awareness about autism, promote acceptance of neurodiversity, and visibly demonstrate support for individuals on the autism spectrum. As part of this coordinated nationwide effort, Tata Power illuminated key operational locations including Tata Power Delhi Distribution in Delhi; Carnac, Mahalaxmi, and Borivali offices in Mumbai; and TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, and TPWODL offices in Odisha, creating a powerful, unified visual expression that amplified the message of inclusion at scale. Globally recognised as a symbol of autism awareness, the blue

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M3M Foundation Signs MoU with Govind Sagar Block Level Federation to Empower Rural Women and Youth under “Payal@40”

Development Block Bangana, Una, Himachal Pradesh | 5th April 2026: M3M Foundation has taken a significant step towards strengthening rural livelihoods under its flagship initiative “Payal@40” by launching a focused programme to support and empower rural women and youth in Bangana Block, District Una, Himachal Pradesh. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 2 April 2026 at the Block Office, Bangana, between M3M Foundation and the Govind Sagar Block Level Federation (BLF) for the operation of the Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC), Bangana, under the Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (HPSRLM). The partnership aims to deliver structured training, capacity building, and livelihood support to Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with skill development opportunities for local rural youth. Through this collaboration,

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M3M Foundation Showcases Grassroots Enterprises at Kisan Kumbh 2026, IIT Delhi

2500+ farmers participated; 1,000+ visitors engaged with M3M Foundation-supported enterprises New Delhi | 2nd April 2026: Kisan Kumbh 2026 was successfully organized on 30th and 31st March at Dogra Hall, IIT Delhi, bringing together more than 2500 farmers along with key stakeholders from across the agricultural ecosystem. M3M Foundation created a strong platform for its beneficiaries to directly connect with the public and promote their products. The M3M Foundation’s stalls featured enterprises from regions including Laddakh, Spiti, and other rural geographies, with active participation from teams from Spiti and Nubra Valley, along with Sarvoday products, enabling beneficiaries to showcase, market, and sell their products like cold pressed mustard oil, hand grind spices, Sea buckthorn juice, pulp, berries, roasted barley, products

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PNB MetLife and Responsenet Train 500 Women Under ‘Kshamata’ Skill Development

New Delhi, March 30, 2026: PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited (PNB MetLife), one of India’s leading life insurers, in partnership with Responsenet, to implement the Kshamata skill development and livelihood program for young women. The initiative is part of PNB MetLife’s commitment towards community development and women’s empowerment. Launched in August 2025, the Kshamata initiative aims to train 500 young women in customer care, data entry, and digital marketing. The program equips participants with industry-relevant and digital skills to improve their job readiness, income potential, and access to sustainable livelihoods. The training is being delivered through two dedicated centers of Responsenet in Bahadurgarh (Jhajjar district) and Rohtak, Haryana. The curriculum combines technical training, practical exposure, and workplace readiness, enabling

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IHCL HOTELS IN BENGALURU REINFORCES RESPONSIBLE HOSPITALITY, MARKS FOUR YEARS OF PAATHYA WITH BHARAT EKSAATH WALKATHON

In Photo: (L-R): Mr. Ambarish Nag, Area Director HR Karnataka, AP & Kerala; Mr. Chandra Sen Singh, Hotel Manager – Taj Bangalore; Mr. Saji Thachery, General Manager – Taj Yeshwantpur; Mr. Anirudhya Roy, General Manager – Vivanta Whitefield; Mr. Satyajeet Krishnan, Senior Vice President – Operations, South, IHCL; Sri Thrilok Chandra K.V., Secretary to Government, Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka; Ms. Sonali Prakashchandra, General Manager – Taj MG Road; Mr. Taronish K. Karkaria, General Manager – Taj West End & Ms. Reetika Kanwar, General Manager – Vivanta Residency Road at the flag off of IHCL’s Bharat EkSaath Walkathon at Taj West End, Bengaluru. BENGALURU, MARCH 23, 2026:   Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, continues to advance its

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Yoginii Drives Menstrual & Mental Health Awareness for 200 Girls in Delhi

New Delhi, 31st March 2026: Yoginii, a women-first wellness platform, is deepening its focus on accessible health education through its CSR initiative, Saheli: The Yoginii Circle. The program is designed to create safe and supportive spaces where girls and women can come together, learn, and share openly. Launched in September 2025, Saheli has already hosted four sessions, thereby touching the lives of around 200 participants. These include three sessions with adolescent girls aged 13 to 15 across NGO communities, along with a special session for elderly women to mark Women’s Day. At its core, Saheli is built as an interactive, experience-led program. The sessions cover a range of topics, from menstrual health and nutrition to mental well-being, movement, and breathwork.

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My City My Heritage

InterGlobe Foundation and IndiGoReach Organise ‘My City My Heritage’ Walk in Patiala, Celebrating its Royal Legacy and Heritage

National/Patiala, March 29, 2026: InterGlobe Foundation, the philanthropic arm of InterGlobe Enterprises, and IndiGoReach, the CSR arm of IndiGo, jointly organised a heritage walk in Patiala under the ‘My City My Heritage’ campaign. The specially curated walk provided an immersive journey into the city’s vibrant culture and rich historical legacy, fostering a sense of pride and encouraging long-term commitment to cultural preservation. The heritage walk, themed “Through the Old City of Patiala”, offered participants a deep dive into city’s unique fusion of Sikh, Mughal, Rajput, and colonial history. The tour began at the 19th-century Samania Gate and continued through historic lanes to the Shahi Samadhan royal memorials, lively Adalat Bazaar, Darshani Gate and more. Led by Harmilan Singh, the event

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Tata Power Deepens Autism Inclusion, Impacts 45,000+ Families Through ‘Pay Autention’

Mumbai, April 7, 2026: Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day through a day-long inclusive celebration under its flagship ‘Pay Autention’ initiative. The event was organized in partnership with the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and took place at the Trombay Community Hall in Chembur. It also marked the beginning of a month-long series of initiatives aimed at promoting autism awareness and fostering inclusion.  The engagement brought together over 300 participants, including neurodiverse individuals, caregivers, NGO partners, and experts—underscoring Tata Power’s commitment to strengthening support systems for the neurodiversity community. Since its inception in 2022, ‘Pay Autention’ has impacted over 45,000 + families across India. At the core of this initiative is a growing support

Read More »

Rwandans and friends of Rwanda mark the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda

On 7 April 2026, the High Commission of Rwanda in India, in partnership with the United Nations in India, organised Kwibuka32 event, marking the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The event took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with morning and evening sessions. The commemoration activities began with a morning exhibition attended by around 450 students and educators from high schools across New Delhi and nearby areas. Through their artworks, students depicted the horrors of the genocide while spreading messages of peace, love, and unity. Speaking at the exhibition, Mrs. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, expressed her sincere appreciation to UN India for its collaboration during commemoration activities. She further

Read More »

Dalmia Bharat Partners with Delhi PWD to Transform Under-Flyover Spaces into Sustainable Urban Hubs

New Delhi, 6th April 2026: Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), one of India’s leading cement companies has partnered with the Public Works Department (PWD), Government of Delhi, to undertake the beautification of select spaces beneath key flyovers and a road stretch in the capital. The MoU was signed on 6 April 2026 in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta. Covering Lodhi Flyover (near Oberoi Hotel), Oberoi Flyover (near Neela Gumbad), Mangi Bridge and Hanuman Setu, the initiative aims to enhance urban aesthetics while promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity restoration. DBL will lead the design, development, and maintenance of these sites, including landscaping, plantation and upkeep, with a defined maintenance period of three years post completion.

Read More »

Tata Power lights up key offices Nationwide in Blue to Mark World Autism Awareness Day

National, April 7, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusion and social responsibility, Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day by illuminating its key offices in blue across multiple locations in India. The initiative, led under its flagship Pay Autention initiative, aimed to raise awareness about autism, promote acceptance of neurodiversity, and visibly demonstrate support for individuals on the autism spectrum. As part of this coordinated nationwide effort, Tata Power illuminated key operational locations including Tata Power Delhi Distribution in Delhi; Carnac, Mahalaxmi, and Borivali offices in Mumbai; and TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, and TPWODL offices in Odisha, creating a powerful, unified visual expression that amplified the message of inclusion at scale. Globally recognised as a symbol of autism awareness, the blue

Read More »

M3M Foundation Signs MoU with Govind Sagar Block Level Federation to Empower Rural Women and Youth under “Payal@40”

Development Block Bangana, Una, Himachal Pradesh | 5th April 2026: M3M Foundation has taken a significant step towards strengthening rural livelihoods under its flagship initiative “Payal@40” by launching a focused programme to support and empower rural women and youth in Bangana Block, District Una, Himachal Pradesh. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 2 April 2026 at the Block Office, Bangana, between M3M Foundation and the Govind Sagar Block Level Federation (BLF) for the operation of the Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC), Bangana, under the Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (HPSRLM). The partnership aims to deliver structured training, capacity building, and livelihood support to Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with skill development opportunities for local rural youth. Through this collaboration,

Read More »

M3M Foundation Showcases Grassroots Enterprises at Kisan Kumbh 2026, IIT Delhi

2500+ farmers participated; 1,000+ visitors engaged with M3M Foundation-supported enterprises New Delhi | 2nd April 2026: Kisan Kumbh 2026 was successfully organized on 30th and 31st March at Dogra Hall, IIT Delhi, bringing together more than 2500 farmers along with key stakeholders from across the agricultural ecosystem. M3M Foundation created a strong platform for its beneficiaries to directly connect with the public and promote their products. The M3M Foundation’s stalls featured enterprises from regions including Laddakh, Spiti, and other rural geographies, with active participation from teams from Spiti and Nubra Valley, along with Sarvoday products, enabling beneficiaries to showcase, market, and sell their products like cold pressed mustard oil, hand grind spices, Sea buckthorn juice, pulp, berries, roasted barley, products

Read More »

PNB MetLife and Responsenet Train 500 Women Under ‘Kshamata’ Skill Development

New Delhi, March 30, 2026: PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited (PNB MetLife), one of India’s leading life insurers, in partnership with Responsenet, to implement the Kshamata skill development and livelihood program for young women. The initiative is part of PNB MetLife’s commitment towards community development and women’s empowerment. Launched in August 2025, the Kshamata initiative aims to train 500 young women in customer care, data entry, and digital marketing. The program equips participants with industry-relevant and digital skills to improve their job readiness, income potential, and access to sustainable livelihoods. The training is being delivered through two dedicated centers of Responsenet in Bahadurgarh (Jhajjar district) and Rohtak, Haryana. The curriculum combines technical training, practical exposure, and workplace readiness, enabling

Read More »

IHCL HOTELS IN BENGALURU REINFORCES RESPONSIBLE HOSPITALITY, MARKS FOUR YEARS OF PAATHYA WITH BHARAT EKSAATH WALKATHON

In Photo: (L-R): Mr. Ambarish Nag, Area Director HR Karnataka, AP & Kerala; Mr. Chandra Sen Singh, Hotel Manager – Taj Bangalore; Mr. Saji Thachery, General Manager – Taj Yeshwantpur; Mr. Anirudhya Roy, General Manager – Vivanta Whitefield; Mr. Satyajeet Krishnan, Senior Vice President – Operations, South, IHCL; Sri Thrilok Chandra K.V., Secretary to Government, Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka; Ms. Sonali Prakashchandra, General Manager – Taj MG Road; Mr. Taronish K. Karkaria, General Manager – Taj West End & Ms. Reetika Kanwar, General Manager – Vivanta Residency Road at the flag off of IHCL’s Bharat EkSaath Walkathon at Taj West End, Bengaluru. BENGALURU, MARCH 23, 2026:   Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, continues to advance its

Read More »

Yoginii Drives Menstrual & Mental Health Awareness for 200 Girls in Delhi

New Delhi, 31st March 2026: Yoginii, a women-first wellness platform, is deepening its focus on accessible health education through its CSR initiative, Saheli: The Yoginii Circle. The program is designed to create safe and supportive spaces where girls and women can come together, learn, and share openly. Launched in September 2025, Saheli has already hosted four sessions, thereby touching the lives of around 200 participants. These include three sessions with adolescent girls aged 13 to 15 across NGO communities, along with a special session for elderly women to mark Women’s Day. At its core, Saheli is built as an interactive, experience-led program. The sessions cover a range of topics, from menstrual health and nutrition to mental well-being, movement, and breathwork.

Read More »
My City My Heritage

InterGlobe Foundation and IndiGoReach Organise ‘My City My Heritage’ Walk in Patiala, Celebrating its Royal Legacy and Heritage

National/Patiala, March 29, 2026: InterGlobe Foundation, the philanthropic arm of InterGlobe Enterprises, and IndiGoReach, the CSR arm of IndiGo, jointly organised a heritage walk in Patiala under the ‘My City My Heritage’ campaign. The specially curated walk provided an immersive journey into the city’s vibrant culture and rich historical legacy, fostering a sense of pride and encouraging long-term commitment to cultural preservation. The heritage walk, themed “Through the Old City of Patiala”, offered participants a deep dive into city’s unique fusion of Sikh, Mughal, Rajput, and colonial history. The tour began at the 19th-century Samania Gate and continued through historic lanes to the Shahi Samadhan royal memorials, lively Adalat Bazaar, Darshani Gate and more. Led by Harmilan Singh, the event

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