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PepsiCo India, in Partnership with DWSS and PLAN Foundation, Expands Project Purna to Advance Swachh Gaon Models in Punjab

June 19, 2026

Initiative now spans five villages in Sangrur, strengthening community-led waste management systems, benefiting over 16,000 citizens Aims to advance circularity through improved waste segregation, diversion of over 330 MT of waste from landfills, and enhanced livelihood opportunities for waste workers Sangrur, Punjab, 19 June 2026: Reaffirming its efforts towards strengthening circular waste management ecosystems and advancing environmental stewardship, PepsiCo India, in partnership with the Department of Water Supply and Sanitation (DWSS), Punjab, and Participatory Learning and Action Network (PLAN) Foundation, has expanded Project Purna in Bhawanigarh Block, Sangrur. Guided by PepsiCo India’s Partnership of Progress philosophy, the initiative aims to develop replicable and sustainable Swachh Gaon models through community-led waste management systems. The new Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) Project

Honda India Foundation signed MoU with Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi for Bharat Safety Program

November 5, 2025

5 th November 2025: Honda India Foundation (HIF), the CSR arm for all Honda group ofcompanies in India has signed an MoU for the Bharat Safety Program in collaboration with Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi Sonipat Innovation Foundation. Aligned with Honda’s Global Vision 2050- Zero Traffic Collision, this initiative aims to support entrepreneurship and job creation by developing innovative and affordable solutions for safer two-wheeler mobility. The Bharat Safety Program is a 2.5-year structured initiative. In the selection & Bootcamp phase, 15-20Deeptech startups will be shortlisted and during the 24-month incubation phase, 5 Deeptech startups will receive focussed mentorship, product development and testing opportunities and collaborative access to government, industry and academic networks. The focus

Habitat for Humanity India and Samsung C&T Join Forces to Transform Lives of Warli Community Through Housing and Sanitation Initiative in Palghar

December 4, 2024

4th December 2024: Habitat for Humanity India, a leading housing nonprofit organization, has partnered with Samsung C&T to implement a comprehensive housing and sanitation project that will transform the lives of families belonging to the Warli tribe in Savare, Kanchad and Hamrapur villages located in Palghar district of Maharashtra. Through this initiative, Habitat for Humanity India will construct 15 new homes and establish sanitation units in three schools in Palghar addressing critical infrastructure needs in one of the region’s most underserved communities. Commenting on this significant initiative, Mr. Anand Kumar Bolimera, National Director of Habitat for Humanity India, said, “This partnership represents a pivotal step in our mission to ensure everyone has a decent place to live. The homes we

The SBI Foundation is dedicated to rural development, announcing the 11th Batch of the SBI Youth for India Fellowship and the launch of the ‘Sanjeevani’ Ambulance Service under the Gram Seva Project

November 6, 2024

06th November 2024: The SBI Foundation recently held the valediction ceremony for the 11th batch of the SBI Youth for India Fellowship at SBILD Panaji, Goa. This event celebrated the culmination of a 13-month journey for 53 young Fellows from across India, with an impressive 60% female participation. The program’s alumni base now comprises over 580 Fellows, of whom 70% have continued to work in the development sector, significantly contributing to the nation’s social development priorities. Shri Binod Kumar Mishra, DMD (HR) & CDO, State Bank of India, inaugurated the event and launched a primary healthcare ambulance service, ‘Sanjeevani,’ under the Gram Seva Project of SBI Foundation. The initiative aims to enhance access to healthcare in rural areas, having less

Gujarat Government intensifies efforts of TB Mukt Gujarat with Public-Private Partnership

September 26, 2024

26 September 2024: In a significant move to advance India’s mission to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) and promote lung health, FUJIFILM India, in collaboration with the Apollo Telemedicine Networking Foundation (ATNF), has teamed up with the Government of Gujarat for the World Lung Day Conference 2024. Held on the 25th of September, 2024, at The Leela, Gandhinagar, the conference is a key initiative under the India Fights TB campaign, reflecting the state and country’s commitment to elimination of TB by 2025, five years ahead of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) target of 2030. Tuberculosis continues to pose a major health challenge in India, causing approximately 3.31 lakh deaths in 2022. With over 40% of the population estimated to be

DRI installs solar street lights to illuminate the outskirts of Dadhikar village in Alwar

August 30, 2024

30th August 2024: Desiccant Rotors International Pvt. Ltd., a flagship company under the Pahwa Group, has installed Solar Street Lights on the outskirts of Dadhikar village, Alwar as part of its CSR activity. The project aims to enhance the electrical infrastructure of the village by improving the lighting condition of the region. As part of the initiative, 25 solar street lights will be installed in the initial phase to illuminate the stretch of the street remaining dark during the night. Serving the purpose of improving, safeguarding, facilitating, and encouraging vehicular and pedestrian traffic during the night, the installation is estimated to benefit more than 7,500 people residing in the village. The village is situated in the neighborhood of Sariska Tiger

Xiaomi India marks 10 years in India; announces breast cancer screening initiative with Yuvraj Singh Foundation

June 25, 2024

25 June 2024: Marking a decade of innovation and contribution to community welfare in India, Xiaomi India, a global technology leader, has announced a landmark partnership with the Yuvraj Singh Foundation (YouWeCan), a non-profit organization established by cricketer and cancer survivor Yuvraj Singh. The ‘Swasth Mahila Swasth Bharat’ project aims to screen 1,50,000 women for breast cancer over 12 months across 15 states, focusing on under-represented and under-resourced communities. This initiative represents Xiaomi’s most extensive effort in India so far, in terms of impact and reach. Muralikrishnan B, President of Xiaomi India, said, “In our decade-long journey in India, we have evolved beyond being a technology brand by leveraging our extensive network for meaningful social change. The stark reality that a woman

HDFC Bank launches Parivartan on World Earth Day for effective waste management and community-led upcycling key to tackling plastic pollution

April 22, 2024

22 April 2024: HDFC Bank Parivartan, the CSR arm of HDFC Bank, recently unveiled a striking 26-foot by 6-foot mural made from upcycled plastic bottle caps, symbolizing a commitment to combating plastic pollution and fostering sustainable waste management practices. Timed to coincide with World Earth Day, this initiative underscores the bank’s dedication to environmental stewardship and community development. The mural’s inauguration marks the commencement of a solid waste management project in partnership with the Waste Warriors Society in Barwala, Dharamshala. This project aims to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of unregulated waste disposal, particularly in ecologically sensitive regions like the Himalayas. By employing innovative waste upcycling techniques, the initiative seeks to instill a culture of responsible waste management among

Mankind Pharma’s ‘Digital Smart Class’ Initiative Fosters Digital Inclusivity in Rural India

March 29, 2024

29th March 2024: Mankind Pharma, one of India’s leading pharmaceutical companies, is making significant strides in enhancing the quality of education in remote areas through its ongoing ‘Digital Smart Class’ initiative. Under their CSR arm, this comprehensive program has rolled out 220 state-of-the-art smart classrooms across government schools in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh. The Digital Smart Class initiative represents Mankind Pharma’s strategic endeavour to narrow the digital gap in education and offer deprived students access to contemporary learning tools. These smart classrooms feature integrated teaching devices known as the Kyan system, capable of transforming any surface into an interactive board and multimedia platform. This innovation fosters a more captivating and immersive learning environment, thus catalyzing a transformation in

Nasscom Foundation’s TechForGood India Conclave- The success of achieving the SDGs hinges on tech acceleration and collaboration

January 19, 2024

New Delhi, January 18, 2024: “India as a country is extremely committed to use technology and leverage DPIs to fastrack the SDGs, and also to share our experiences and expertise with the global community.” – shares Abhishek Singh of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in a keynote address at TechForGood India Conclave 2024. Aligned with UN’s 2030 SDG Agenda, nasscom foundation today hosted its TechForGood India Conclave 2024 in New Delhi. The event served as a platform for civil society, social innovators, entrepreneurs, government representatives and leaders from technology and development space to come together and foster collaborative efforts toward accelerating India’s SDG objectives. At the conclave, nasscom foundation launched a report titled Digital Dividends: Understanding the Use of