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Beyond the Vaccine: Why the Fight Against Childhood Pneumonia Must Begin in the Community

November 2, 2026

Tanvi Chauhan and Ishaprasad Bhagwat[1] [1] Tanvi Chauhan leads the Health and Nutrition Portfolio at Bal Raksha Bharat. Ishaprasad Bhagwat is the Technical Advisor On Pneumonia Day, November 12, it is sobering to remember that Pneumonia continues to be one of the leading causes of infant and child mortality in India. It need not be so, for the nation has a two-fold strategy to address this. On one hand, there is the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV), which was introduced in a phased manner since 2017, and, since 2021, is now part of the Universal Immunization Programme for children across India. It is well known that vaccines are a cornerstone of public health, preventing infectious diseases, reducing illness and deaths, protecting

The Himalayas as Living Laboratories: TERI’s Research-Led Pathways to Sustainable Mountain Development

October 29, 2026

Connecting scientific innovation, community livelihoods and sustainable enterprise across Uttarakhand The future of the Himalayas depends on whether ecological conservation can improve community prosperity. Climate variability, water stress, fragmented landholdings, vulnerable ecosystem and limited market access are daunting challenges of mountain livelihoods. Yet the region’s biodiversity and traditional ecological knowledge offer valuable foundations for sustainable development. Addressing these interconnected challenges requires research-backed solutions that communities can adopt, enterprises can sustain and institutions can scale. At TERI’s regional centre in Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand research-led development is the driving force behind its engagement with the Himalayan region. Three distinct but complementary facilities anchor this work: Supi Farms/TRISHA advances agricultural research, biodiversity conservation and mountain livelihoods; Paharpani Research Centre translates these priorities into community

From Leaders’ Desk on World Mental Health Day

October 10, 2026

From Leaders’ Desk on World Mental Health Day CSR Times – From the Leaders’ Desk brings together a compelling collection of voices, insights, and perspectives from leaders shaping conversations around mental well-being. Marking World Mental Health Day, this edition amplifies voices that encourage empathy, awareness, and meaningful action, because building healthier, more resilient communities begins with recognising mental health as an essential part of overall well-being, and creating spaces where every individual feels heard, supported, and empowered. “Mental health cannot be treated as something we talk about only when a crisis happens. For many women and young people, the pressure to constantly be strong, silent and ‘fine’ can itself become a burden. At Sky Social, we have seen how powerful

India’s Clean Energy Transition: Building a Resilient and Sustainable Viksit Bharat

September 17, 2026

TERI and CSR Times hosted webinar on 16th September 2026, bringing together diverse perspectives on inclusive energy access, resilient power systems, green livelihoods and India’s clean energy ambitions India’s energy transition is no longer just about moving from conventional energy to renewables. It is about creating an energy ecosystem that is secure, affordable, resilient, and inclusive, while also ensuring that our economic growth remains sustainable. Setting the context for the discussion, Dr. Shabnam Asthana, Executive Editor, CSR Times, noted that the diversity of perspectives represented in the session offered an opportunity to look at India’s clean energy transition through multiple lenses. Opening the discussion, Dr. Amit Kumar Thakur, Associate Director–Social Transformation & CSR, TERI, emphasised that India’s clean energy journey

BRICS & Sustainability

September 14, 2026

Driving Global Cooperation for Climate, Communities and Sustainable Development Beyond Borders Ms. Maanisa Das With each passing day, the world struggles to breathe under the weight of climate change, environmental degradation, unsustainable consumption, and mounting pressure on natural resources. Across the world, countries gather around negotiating tables to discuss economic policies, navigate the difficult terrain of growth and GDP, and pursue development that can strengthen their economies. But beneath the geographies of these strong countries,nature—and the millions of people who depend on it— is grappling with living conditions. In the worst of circumstances, lives and livelihoods are at stake; in others, vulnerable communities are either starving, making out everyday lives through water scarcity, or dealing with unpredictable climatic conditions. Economic

Responsible Business in India: From Corporate Responsibility to Social Stewardship

September 11, 2026

The past decade has witnessed increased assertion around climate change, inequality, malnutrition, public health, and unemployment concerns no government can handle alone. Businesses provide resources, technology, talent, and last-mile reach that make them key partners in tackling them. A responsible business concedes its impact on people, communities, the environment and incorporates that understanding into its core activities rather than viewing it as compliance or altruism. Consumers are increasingly choosing brands that resonate with their values; investors consider ESG attributes; and younger employees seek genuine meaning. As a result, responsible business must become a significant driver of repute, competitiveness, and stakeholder trust. Shared value is not an adage but a disciplined practice: identifying opportunities where addressing a social challenge may simultaneously

Beyond ESG Reporting: Why Tomorrow’s Managers Must Learn to Turn Sustainability into Business Value

September 4, 2026

Corporates are increasingly integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into their strategic and managerial decision-making. The objective is not merely to address environmental and social concerns, but also to create sustainable value for a wide range of stakeholders. However, as ESG becomes increasingly embedded in corporate strategy, managers need to ask a more fundamental question: Do investments in ESG create or destroy business value, and through which channels? This question has become particularly relevant in India, where sustainability reporting has moved from voluntary disclosure towards a more structured regulatory framework. In 2021, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR), requiring the top 1,000 listed entities by market capitalisation to report

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