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Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

May 13, 2026

New Delhi, May 13, 2026 – The third edition of the Dr. BML Munjal Social Impact Awards 2025–26 spotlighted ordinary Indians doing extraordinary work, shifting the focus from celebrity to purpose-driven impact. Hosted by Hero Future Energies, in association with the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation (RKMF), the awards ceremony was held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, honouring changemakers who have demonstrated strong local leadership while scaling grassroots innovations and building cross-sector collaborations. The awards reflect a growing recognition that India’s development challenges are best addressed through community-led solutions and sustained institutional support. Instituted in memory of Dr. Brijmohan Lal Munjal, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Hero Group, the awards are rooted in his enduring belief that business

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Hero Future

Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

May 12, 2026

New Delhi, May 13, 2026 – The third edition of the Dr. BML Munjal Social Impact Awards 2025–26 spotlighted ordinary Indians doing extraordinary work, shifting the focus from celebrity to purpose-driven impact. Hosted by Hero Future Energies, in association with the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation (RKMF), the awards ceremony was held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, honouring changemakers who have demonstrated strong local leadership while scaling grassroots innovations and building cross-sector collaborations. The awards reflect a growing recognition that India’s development challenges are best addressed through community-led solutions and sustained institutional support. Instituted in memory of Dr. Brijmohan Lal Munjal, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Hero Group, the awards are rooted in his enduring belief that business

Read More »

Kotak Education Foundation Unveils Kotak Junior Scholarship “Future Ka Golden Ticket” offering 1,000 Scholarships for Class 10+ Students in Mumbai

May 12, 2026

11th May, 2026: For thousands of high-potential students from low-income families, the transition after Class 10 is often where education comes to a halt. This is not due to lack of talent, but lack of financial and academic support. What if we told you, your ticket to a brighter, bolder future is just one application away? This is your opportunity. Your moment. Your Future ka Golden Ticket. Say hello to the Kotak Junior Scholarship your “Future Ka Golden Ticket”, a CSR initiative of Kotak Mahindra Bank, implemented by Kotak Education Foundation (KEF). Designed to empower 1,000 high-achieving students from economically disadvantaged communities across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), the programme focuses on supporting students at a critical academic juncture. The

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Miror Therapeutics Strengthens Government Healthcare Outreach Through BESCOM Women’s Health Initiative

May 11, 2026

Bengaluru, May 11, 2026: Miror Therapeutics, in collaboration with the Soham Foundation and the Karnataka Department’s BESCOM (Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Limited), effectively organised a Women’s Health Awareness Program on Perimenopause, Menopause & Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) under the banner of the Government Outreach initiative. This event was held at Belaku Bhavana, which is the corporate office of BESCOM located at KR Circle, Bengaluru. This activity involved the enthusiastic participation of women employees from BESCOM and emphasized the growing significance of healthcare awareness programs for women regarding their mid-life hormones and wellness. As part of the organization’s growing involvement with the public sector, Miror Therapeutics is trying to establish partnerships with government bodies in order to bridge the gap in

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Mobavenue AI Tech Limited plants 15,000 trees to offset 10,000 tonnes carbon footprint

May 7, 2026

Mumbai, May 6th, 2026: Mobavenue AI Tech Limited has undertaken sustainability initiatives integrating responsible practices across operations and community initiatives. The company is working towards sequestering ~10,000 tonnes of carbon over the next twenty years*, alongside adopting more sustainable operational processes. As a step towards embedding sustainability into its organisational culture, Mobavenue AI has aligned its efforts at an employee level through a commitment of planting 75 trees per employee, reflecting an organisation-wide approach to environmental responsibility. The initiatives bring together a set of focused green initiatives under the company’s broader CSR efforts, aimed at contributing to environmental balance while staying closely connected to communities on the ground. These include a targeted reduction in paper usage by 90% within office

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Members

Where Access Meets Aspiration

May 6, 2026

CSRL’s JEE Main 2025–26 Results Redefine Opportunity In every corner of India, dreams are born with astonishing courage. They rise quietly in small homes, in villages where electricity flickers, in towns where ambition often outgrows opportunity, and in families where sacrifice is a daily language. What many of these dreams lack is not intelligence or determination, but access to the pathways that allow talent to be seen. The JEE Main 2025-26 results of CSRL are a moving reminder of what happens when those pathways are opened. This year, across CSRL’s residential learning centres, 601 out of 741 students qualified JEE Main, achieving an inspiring 81.1 percent success rate. Yet numbers alone cannot tell this story. Behind each success is a

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Astrotalk Foundation commits INR 20 Lakh towards education and empowerment

April 29, 2026

April 29, 2026: Astrotalk Foundation, the non-profit arm of Astrotalk, has committed INR 20,00,000 towards scholarships aimed at supporting underprivileged students and recognising academically excelling individuals, as part of its ongoing efforts to drive education-led social upliftment. Through this initiative, approximately 200 students across Bengaluru have received financial assistance, helping them continue their education without the burden of economic constraints. The scholarships were distributed recently in collaboration with Nava Bengaluru Foundation at Sri Satya Sai Sadan, Koramangala, in the presence of actors Anil Shetty, Manushi Chhillar and other dignitaries, highlighting the importance of collective efforts in advancing social impact. Speaking about the initiative, Puneet Gupta, Founder and CEO of Astrotalk, said: “At Astrotalk Foundation, we believe that access to education

Read More »

Girnar Foundation Hosts Annual Sustainability Carnival; Organizes Multi-Impact

April 29, 2026

Jaipur, 28 th Apr 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusive community development, Girnar Foundation, the CSR arm of CarDekho Group, successfully concluded its annual sustainability carnival. The program, organized every year in the month of April, focuses on healthcare, environmental and educational initiatives. This year, the Foundation hosted a two-day outreach initiative in Jaipur. These initiatives focused on improving healthcare access, strengthening school infrastructure, and enabling digital education for underprivileged children. As part of the initiative, the Foundation organized a Health Check-up Camp at Mahatma Gandhi Government School, benefiting nearly 200 students. The camp included eye screenings, dental check-ups, and general health assessments, helping identify health concerns early and promote preventive care among children. To further support student wellbeing, children

Read More »

M3M Foundation’s ‘Dance for Dignity’ Becomes a Celebration of Human Spirit at Delhi

April 28, 2026

New Delhi | 28 April 2026: For two extraordinary days in New Delhi, dance became more than movement — it became confidence, courage, and hope. Under the banner of Dance for Dignity, powered by M3M Foundation in collaboration with RDX Dance Championship Season 4, the stage at OP Jindal Auditorium transformed into a platform where stories of perseverance found their voice and talent found its rightful recognition. What unfolded over these two days was not merely a dance championship — it was a celebration of human spirit. Participants traveled from across the country — from the cultural lanes of Kolkata, the temple town of Mathura, the energetic streets of Chandigarh, and many other regions — bringing with them years of

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supply chains

Responsible Supply Chains: Ethical Sourcing and ESG Integration

April 28, 2026

Photo Credit: Shekhar Ghosh In today’s interconnected world, supply chains are no longer invisible threads quietly stitching together production and consumption. They are under a spotlight—examined, questioned, and increasingly held accountable. The concept of responsible supply chains has emerged not as a trend, but as a necessity. At its core lies a commitment to ethical sourcing and the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into every stage of operations. Ethical sourcing is the foundation of a responsible supply chain. It demands that companies look beyond cost efficiency and speed, and instead consider the human and environmental impact of their procurement decisions. This means ensuring that raw materials are obtained without exploitation, that workers are paid fair wages, and

Read More »
Hero

Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

May 13, 2026

New Delhi, May 13, 2026 – The third edition of the Dr. BML Munjal Social Impact Awards 2025–26 spotlighted ordinary Indians doing extraordinary work, shifting the focus from celebrity to purpose-driven impact. Hosted by Hero Future Energies, in association with the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation (RKMF), the awards ceremony was held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, honouring changemakers who have demonstrated strong local leadership while scaling grassroots innovations and building cross-sector collaborations. The awards reflect a growing recognition that India’s development challenges are best addressed through community-led solutions and sustained institutional support. Instituted in memory of Dr. Brijmohan Lal Munjal, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Hero Group, the awards are rooted in his enduring belief that business

Read More »
Hero Future

Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

May 12, 2026

New Delhi, May 13, 2026 – The third edition of the Dr. BML Munjal Social Impact Awards 2025–26 spotlighted ordinary Indians doing extraordinary work, shifting the focus from celebrity to purpose-driven impact. Hosted by Hero Future Energies, in association with the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation (RKMF), the awards ceremony was held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, honouring changemakers who have demonstrated strong local leadership while scaling grassroots innovations and building cross-sector collaborations. The awards reflect a growing recognition that India’s development challenges are best addressed through community-led solutions and sustained institutional support. Instituted in memory of Dr. Brijmohan Lal Munjal, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Hero Group, the awards are rooted in his enduring belief that business

Read More »

Kotak Education Foundation Unveils Kotak Junior Scholarship “Future Ka Golden Ticket” offering 1,000 Scholarships for Class 10+ Students in Mumbai

May 12, 2026

11th May, 2026: For thousands of high-potential students from low-income families, the transition after Class 10 is often where education comes to a halt. This is not due to lack of talent, but lack of financial and academic support. What if we told you, your ticket to a brighter, bolder future is just one application away? This is your opportunity. Your moment. Your Future ka Golden Ticket. Say hello to the Kotak Junior Scholarship your “Future Ka Golden Ticket”, a CSR initiative of Kotak Mahindra Bank, implemented by Kotak Education Foundation (KEF). Designed to empower 1,000 high-achieving students from economically disadvantaged communities across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), the programme focuses on supporting students at a critical academic juncture. The

Read More »
1

Miror Therapeutics Strengthens Government Healthcare Outreach Through BESCOM Women’s Health Initiative

May 11, 2026

Bengaluru, May 11, 2026: Miror Therapeutics, in collaboration with the Soham Foundation and the Karnataka Department’s BESCOM (Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Limited), effectively organised a Women’s Health Awareness Program on Perimenopause, Menopause & Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) under the banner of the Government Outreach initiative. This event was held at Belaku Bhavana, which is the corporate office of BESCOM located at KR Circle, Bengaluru. This activity involved the enthusiastic participation of women employees from BESCOM and emphasized the growing significance of healthcare awareness programs for women regarding their mid-life hormones and wellness. As part of the organization’s growing involvement with the public sector, Miror Therapeutics is trying to establish partnerships with government bodies in order to bridge the gap in

Read More »

Mobavenue AI Tech Limited plants 15,000 trees to offset 10,000 tonnes carbon footprint

May 7, 2026

Mumbai, May 6th, 2026: Mobavenue AI Tech Limited has undertaken sustainability initiatives integrating responsible practices across operations and community initiatives. The company is working towards sequestering ~10,000 tonnes of carbon over the next twenty years*, alongside adopting more sustainable operational processes. As a step towards embedding sustainability into its organisational culture, Mobavenue AI has aligned its efforts at an employee level through a commitment of planting 75 trees per employee, reflecting an organisation-wide approach to environmental responsibility. The initiatives bring together a set of focused green initiatives under the company’s broader CSR efforts, aimed at contributing to environmental balance while staying closely connected to communities on the ground. These include a targeted reduction in paper usage by 90% within office

Read More »
Members

Where Access Meets Aspiration

May 6, 2026

CSRL’s JEE Main 2025–26 Results Redefine Opportunity In every corner of India, dreams are born with astonishing courage. They rise quietly in small homes, in villages where electricity flickers, in towns where ambition often outgrows opportunity, and in families where sacrifice is a daily language. What many of these dreams lack is not intelligence or determination, but access to the pathways that allow talent to be seen. The JEE Main 2025-26 results of CSRL are a moving reminder of what happens when those pathways are opened. This year, across CSRL’s residential learning centres, 601 out of 741 students qualified JEE Main, achieving an inspiring 81.1 percent success rate. Yet numbers alone cannot tell this story. Behind each success is a

Read More »

Astrotalk Foundation commits INR 20 Lakh towards education and empowerment

April 29, 2026

April 29, 2026: Astrotalk Foundation, the non-profit arm of Astrotalk, has committed INR 20,00,000 towards scholarships aimed at supporting underprivileged students and recognising academically excelling individuals, as part of its ongoing efforts to drive education-led social upliftment. Through this initiative, approximately 200 students across Bengaluru have received financial assistance, helping them continue their education without the burden of economic constraints. The scholarships were distributed recently in collaboration with Nava Bengaluru Foundation at Sri Satya Sai Sadan, Koramangala, in the presence of actors Anil Shetty, Manushi Chhillar and other dignitaries, highlighting the importance of collective efforts in advancing social impact. Speaking about the initiative, Puneet Gupta, Founder and CEO of Astrotalk, said: “At Astrotalk Foundation, we believe that access to education

Read More »

Girnar Foundation Hosts Annual Sustainability Carnival; Organizes Multi-Impact

April 29, 2026

Jaipur, 28 th Apr 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusive community development, Girnar Foundation, the CSR arm of CarDekho Group, successfully concluded its annual sustainability carnival. The program, organized every year in the month of April, focuses on healthcare, environmental and educational initiatives. This year, the Foundation hosted a two-day outreach initiative in Jaipur. These initiatives focused on improving healthcare access, strengthening school infrastructure, and enabling digital education for underprivileged children. As part of the initiative, the Foundation organized a Health Check-up Camp at Mahatma Gandhi Government School, benefiting nearly 200 students. The camp included eye screenings, dental check-ups, and general health assessments, helping identify health concerns early and promote preventive care among children. To further support student wellbeing, children

Read More »

M3M Foundation’s ‘Dance for Dignity’ Becomes a Celebration of Human Spirit at Delhi

April 28, 2026

New Delhi | 28 April 2026: For two extraordinary days in New Delhi, dance became more than movement — it became confidence, courage, and hope. Under the banner of Dance for Dignity, powered by M3M Foundation in collaboration with RDX Dance Championship Season 4, the stage at OP Jindal Auditorium transformed into a platform where stories of perseverance found their voice and talent found its rightful recognition. What unfolded over these two days was not merely a dance championship — it was a celebration of human spirit. Participants traveled from across the country — from the cultural lanes of Kolkata, the temple town of Mathura, the energetic streets of Chandigarh, and many other regions — bringing with them years of

Read More »
supply chains

Responsible Supply Chains: Ethical Sourcing and ESG Integration

April 28, 2026

Photo Credit: Shekhar Ghosh In today’s interconnected world, supply chains are no longer invisible threads quietly stitching together production and consumption. They are under a spotlight—examined, questioned, and increasingly held accountable. The concept of responsible supply chains has emerged not as a trend, but as a necessity. At its core lies a commitment to ethical sourcing and the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into every stage of operations. Ethical sourcing is the foundation of a responsible supply chain. It demands that companies look beyond cost efficiency and speed, and instead consider the human and environmental impact of their procurement decisions. This means ensuring that raw materials are obtained without exploitation, that workers are paid fair wages, and

Read More »

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