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Sense International India Opens Hyderabad’s First Dedicated Centre for Persons with Deafblindness and Multiple Disabilities

August 14, 2026

Hyderabad, August 11, 2026: Sense International India, the country’s only national organisation exclusively supporting persons with deafblindness and multiple disabilities, today inaugurated ‘Sparsh, Centre for Persons with Deafblindness and Multiple Disabilities’ in Hyderabad. Supported by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), Sparsh is Hyderabad’s first dedicated centre offering comprehensive services for children and adults with deafblindness and multiple disabilities. The inauguration marks a significant milestone in Sense International India’s journey of expanding access to specialised care for one of India’s most underserved communities. Sparsh is the Sense International India’s seventh direct centre in the country, adding to a growing infrastructure of dedicated facilities that works in tandem with the organisation’s established centres in partnership with 72 organisations across 25

M3M Foundation Takes ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Forward with a Community-Led Green Movement in Gurugram

August 14, 2026

Sankalp to plant 1 lakh+ trees across 11 Panchayats in Gurugram and Tauru Block this monsoon, bringing communities together to expand green cover and nurture trees for the long term Gurugram | 13th August 2026: As the monsoon creates a crucial window for plantation and ecological regeneration, M3M Foundation is stepping up its green action across Gurugram, with its flagship environmental programme Sankalp set to commence a large-scale plantation drive today under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign. The Foundation aims to plant 1 lakh+ trees, engaging 11 Panchayats across identified areas of Gurugram and Tauru Block with local communities, including locations in and around the Aravalli landscape. The initiative will begin across Ghata, Kadarpur, Ullawas, Ramgarh, Bahrampur and

Nirvana Naturopathy & Retreat Launches Noble Initiative to Save Ailing Cows and Support Rural Farmers

August 10, 2026

IGATPURI NASIK, INDIA — August 7, 2026 — Nirvana Naturopathy & Retreat, a premier wellness sanctuary founded by the visionary spiritual guide Gurumaa, has announced a transformative animal welfare and rural economic initiative. The program addresses a critical crisis in surrounding villages: the abandonment and illegal slaughter of elderly, sick, or non-milking cows. In rural communities, smallholder farmers face severe financial hardship when cattle stop producing milk due to age, injury, or illness. Unable to bear ongoing maintenance and medical costs, many are forced into distress sales, releasing cattle to illegal traders or slaughterhouses for nominal sums between ₹1,000 and ₹2,000. To break this cycle, Gurumaa and the team at Nirvana Naturopathy have stepped in with a compassionate alternative. Under this new

Swaraj Tractors and SML Mahindra Restore Five Flood-Affected Government Schools in Punjab

August 10, 2026

Amritsar, August 6, 2026: Swaraj Tractors and SML Mahindra, both part of the Mahindra Group, today handed over five reconstructed government schools to Department of Education, Punjab Government in the flood-affected districts of Amritsar and Gurdaspur, reaffirming the Group’s commitment to creating meaningful social impact and strengthening community resilience through its CSR initiatives. The schools were formally handed over in the presence of Mr. Kanwaljit Singh, District Education Officer, Amritsar, senior dignitaries from Mahindra Group, Swaraj Tractors and SML Mahindra, and representatives from the NGO partner, Manav Vikas Sansthan. The rehabilitation project was undertaken following the devastating floods that severely damaged educational infrastructure across Punjab’s border districts, disrupting learning for hundreds of students. Through this initiative, Swaraj Tractors and SML Mahindra

Nestlé India launches Kaabil; flagship culinary internship programme for the transgender community

August 6, 2026

Nestlé India has launched Kaabil, its flagship culinary internship programme for the transgender community. Enabled by Nestlé Professional and driven by BEACON, the company’s LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group, the programme is designed to build industry-relevant culinary skills and enhance employability in the food and hospitality sector. A 15-day curriculum will cover kitchen fundamentals, regional and international cuisines, recipe development, live cooking, professional readiness and career guidance. Delivered in partnership with Sahodari Foundation & TWEET Foundation across three regional kitchens in Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore, participants will receive hands-on training, Nestlé chef mentorship and industry exposure with Indian School of Hospitality to build the skills, confidence and readiness needed for sustainable careers. Saurabh Makhija, Director – Nestlé Professional, Nestlé South Asia,

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Visamo Kids Foundation Advances Sustainability Through Green Infrastructure, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Responsible Child Welfare

August 6, 2026

Ahmedabad: Reinforcing the belief that social development and environmental responsibility must go hand in hand, Visamo Kids Foundation (VKF) has strengthened its sustainability efforts by implementing rainwater recharge systems, solar power generation, and solar-powered lighting across its residential campus. The initiative reflects the Foundation’s commitment to building a future where child welfare is complemented by responsible environmental stewardship. As India accelerates its transition towards sustainable development, institutions are increasingly expected to integrate environmentally conscious practices into their operations. At Visamo Kids Foundation, sustainability has become an integral part of the campus ecosystem, creating lasting environmental impact while fostering awareness among the children who call the Foundation their home. To date, the Foundation’s solar power system has generated 111,695 kWh of

DS Group Organizes Teacher Training Programme to Strengthen Rural Education in Karnal

August 6, 2026

Three-day capacity-building programme in Karnal focuses on experiential learning, scientific inquiry and classroom innovation for government school educators Karnal, Haryana | August 4th, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to improving the quality of education in rural communities, DS Group has organized a three-day Science Teacher Training Programme on ‘Nature and Pedagogy of Science’ from July 29–31, 2026 in Karnal, Haryana. Conducted in partnership with Eklavya Foundation and Education Department, Karnal, the programme brought together PGT & TGT science teachers from government schools across the district. The training introduced the teachers to scientific concepts, process skills, classroom experimentation, learner-centric teaching methodologies and practical approaches that make science more engaging and relevant for students. The programme sought to deepen teachers’ understanding of science as a body of knowledge and a

Flipkart Foundation and Akshaya Patra Bring Morning Nutrition to Over 1 Lakh Government School Children in Karnataka

August 6, 2026

Over 1 lakh government school children across Bengaluru and Hubli received nutritious morning snacks, with more than 21 lakh servings delivered during the programme. Implemented under Akshaya Patra’s Morning Nutrition Programme, the initiative complemented the Government of India’s PM POSHAN programme by helping address classroom hunger and supporting children’s readiness to learn. Leveraging Akshaya Patra’s established delivery network, the programme achieved 100% on-time delivery and is estimated to have positively impacted over 4 lakh people, including families and surrounding communities. Bengaluru, August 6, 2026: Over 1 lakh government school children across Bengaluru and Hubli received nutritious morning snacks through a partnership between Flipkart Foundation and The Akshaya Patra Foundation, helping address classroom hunger and enabling children to begin their

India gets first AI-focused NSQF qualifications from NIIT Foundation after NCVET recognition

July 24, 2026

New Delhi, July 24, 2026: National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) signed an agreement with NIIT Foundation, granting recognition to NIIT Foundation as an Awarding Body (Dual). With this recognition, NIIT Foundation will be eligible to directly conduct training, undertake assessments, and award NSQF-aligned certifications for approved qualifications across its pan-India network, in accordance with the regulatory framework of NCVET. The agreement signing ceremony was chaired by Shri Niranjan Kumar Sudhansu, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Executive Member, NCVET. The ceremony was also attended by Lt. Col. Vikram Singh Bhati, Director, Recognition, NCVET, Lt Col Saurabh S Bisht, Director, Monitoring, NCVET and Ms. Charu Kapoor, Country Director, NIIT Foundation. As part of this recognition,

Sense International India Hosts Spider-Man-Themed Inclusive Event with The Souled Store and Siddhesh Lokare

July 23, 2026

Collaboration brings a fun, Spider-Man-themed experience to children with deafblindness and multiple disabilities Mumbai, 23 July 2026: Sense International India (Sense India), the country’s first and only national organisation dedicated exclusively to persons with deafblindness and multiple disabilities, hosted a Spider-Man-themed event at its Thane Centre in collaboration with social impact content creator Siddhesh Lokare (Sidiously) and The Souled Store. Held on 17 July 2026, the event brought together 62 attendees, including 25 children with deafblindness and multiple disabilities, along with their parents and caregivers, the Sense International India team and volunteers. The event was designed to create a fun, inclusive and engaging Spider-Man-themed experience for the children through meaningful interactions and entertainment, while fostering greater awareness and support for

Sense International India Opens Hyderabad’s First Dedicated Centre for Persons with Deafblindness and Multiple Disabilities

August 14, 2026

Visamo Kids Foundation Advances Sustainability Through Green Infrastructure, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Responsible Child Welfare

August 6, 2026

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