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As Rising Costs Push More Families Towards Hunger, Wishes and Blessings Expands Its Decade-Long Food Relief Efforts Through ‘Food for All’

New Delhi, June 5, 2026: At a time when rising food prices, increasing LPG costs, and mounting financial pressures are forcing vulnerable families to make difficult choices between essential needs, Wishes and Blessings has announced the launch of its Food for All Initiative, a major expansion of its decade-long hunger relief programme. The initiative marks the evolution of the organisation’s flagship Daily Meals Programme into a broader and more inclusive intervention designed to address the growing challenge of food insecurity across India. Through Food for All, Wishes and Blessings aims to expand its reach from 2,000 to 4,000 beneficiaries and extend operations from 7 states to 9 states, significantly strengthening its fight against hunger. Across the country, the combined impact

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Global Foundation

Signature Global Foundation Expands Social Impact Footprint with Elderly Care Initiatives

Gurugram, 1st June 2026:  Signature Global, one of India’s leading real estate developers, has taken a significant step in expanding its social impact footprint across India. Through its CSR arm, Signature Global Foundation, the company has initiated a support programme for elderly care initiatives in the holy city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The Foundation has formalised association with two dedicated elderly care facilities, committing to long-term support focused on dignified living, safety, and holistic wellbeing for senior citizens. Marking the Foundation’s foray into elderly care, this initiative reflects its broader vision of building compassionate, inclusive, and community-driven support systems for some of society’s most deserving individuals. Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Pradeep Kumar Aggarwal, Founder & Chairman, Signature Global, said,

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HMIF

Hyundai Motor India Foundation Deepens Commitment to Maharashtra with Local Launch of Project Adhikaar Connect in Pune

Pune | May 19, 2026: Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited, inaugurated the Adhikaar Connect Kendra and flagged-off Adhikaar Connect Vahan at Navlakh Umbre in Maval, Pune reinforcing its commitment towards inclusive development and welfare accessibility in Maharashtra. The inauguration in Pune marks the next phase of implementation under Hyundai’s broader CSR commitment announced in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra as part of the HMIF’s ₹56 crore social development investment in the state.   Project Adhikaar Connect is designed to support underserved and vulnerable communities in accessing Government welfare and social security schemes through assisted documentation, eligibility guidance, application facilitation and doorstep outreach services. The initiative seeks to bridge the gap between welfare provisions and citizens who often face challenges in navigating access to these entitlements.  The initiative is expected

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Hero

Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

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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MEI_World Earth Day 2026 (1) - Rajat Khanna

Mitsubishi Electric India Marks World Earth Day by Advancing Lake Conservation CSR with Community and Employee Participation in Talegaon

India, April 23, 2026 – Mitsubishi Electric India,  in collaboration with Earthwatch Institute India, commemorated World Earth Day 2026 through an on-ground employee engagement programme at Talegaon Dabhade Lake, near Pune, as part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative on lake conservation. As part of the programme, employees participated in a guided lakeside “Walk & Talk” session, exploring the importance of urban blue and green spaces using digital field guides and interactive applications. This was followed by a clean-up drive and plantation activity aimed at improving the lake environment. Employees also attended a session on carbon and water footprints, gaining practical insights into measuring and reducing environmental impact, supported by demonstrations of tools such as automatic weather stations,

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Birla Opus Paints Accelerates Sustainability and Circularity across Operations in FY25–26

~ Delivers measurable progress in water conservation, circularity, clean energy, and sustainable packaging ~ Mumbai, 15th April 2026: Birla Opus Paints, part of the Aditya Birla Group, makes strong progress in its sustainability agenda in FY 2025–26 with measurable gains in resource efficiency, circular economy practices, and responsible manufacturing. Sustainability remains embedded across the design and operations of its manufacturing ecosystem, guided by a 360-degree approach centred on reduce, reuse, recycle, and recovery. In FY 2025–26, Birla Opus Paints recycled over 490 Lac litres of water back into its processes, while harvesting and utilising more than 810 Lac litres of rainwater across its manufacturing facilities, reducing dependence on freshwater sources. Driving its circular economy practices, Birla Opus Paints also implemented

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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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FUJIFILM CSR initiatives

FUJIFILM India Expands its Sustainability Activities to Protected Wildlife at Corbett Tiger Reserve

December 23, 2025: FUJIFILM India, a leading company in Healthcare, Electronics, Imaging and Business Innovation, has strengthened its commitment to community wellbeing and environmental sustainability with the launch of its latest CSR initiative, the Wildlife Conservation Project at Corbett Tiger Reserve, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand. Implemented by Anvarat Foundation, this initiative focuses on improving the healthcare support available for rescued and rehabilitated wild animals by setting up a dedicated diagnostic laboratory at the Dhela Rescue, Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre. This facility will help veterinary teams identify illnesses faster and provide better medical care to vulnerable species. As part of the initiative, FUJIFILM India is equipping the centre with modern, easy-to-use diagnostic systems that can test and monitor the health of various wildlife

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Sustainability and CSR trends 2025

UN GCNI to Host ESG & Sustainability Leadership Summit—Edition 2 on 20 August 2025

‘Embedding ESG for Sustainable and Resilient Business and Supply Chains’   The United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) will convene the second edition of its flagship ESG & Sustainability Leadership Summit on 20 August 2025 at PHD House, Delhi. Building on the momentum and outcomes of the Inaugaral Edition held earlier this month, Edition 2 will bring together corporates, regulators, investors, civil society, academia and technology innovators to accelerate practical ESG adoption across business models and supply chains. Guided by a drive to move from intent to implementation, the Summit will translate policy, technology and leadership conversations into actionable strategies through plenaries, ignite talks, a masterclass for next-gen ESG leaders, and a dedicated sectoral dialogue on healthcare. Core

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MPS extends a hand of humanity to earthquake-hit Myanmar, donated 3000 Kg of sugar in a gesture of global solidarity

22nd May 2025: In a heartfelt act of compassion and empathy, Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, strived ahead to support the victims of the massive earthquake in Myanmar on 28 March 2025. The Modernites contributed 3000 kilograms of sugar, extending a sweet gesture of humanity to those affected by almost 7.9 magnitude tremors, responsible for over 5,000 lives and widespread destruction in Myanmar and even in its neighboring countries. This humanitarian initiative was made possible under the visionary leadership of Principal Dr. Alka Kapur, whose educational philosophy and every endeavor are deeply rooted in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the timeless Indian ethos of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” – the world is one family. Guided by these values, she inspired the

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Food For All initiative - Durba Devi

As Rising Costs Push More Families Towards Hunger, Wishes and Blessings Expands Its Decade-Long Food Relief Efforts Through ‘Food for All’

New Delhi, June 5, 2026: At a time when rising food prices, increasing LPG costs, and mounting financial pressures are forcing vulnerable families to make difficult choices between essential needs, Wishes and Blessings has announced the launch of its Food for All Initiative, a major expansion of its decade-long hunger relief programme. The initiative marks the evolution of the organisation’s flagship Daily Meals Programme into a broader and more inclusive intervention designed to address the growing challenge of food insecurity across India. Through Food for All, Wishes and Blessings aims to expand its reach from 2,000 to 4,000 beneficiaries and extend operations from 7 states to 9 states, significantly strengthening its fight against hunger. Across the country, the combined impact

Read More »
Global Foundation

Signature Global Foundation Expands Social Impact Footprint with Elderly Care Initiatives

Gurugram, 1st June 2026:  Signature Global, one of India’s leading real estate developers, has taken a significant step in expanding its social impact footprint across India. Through its CSR arm, Signature Global Foundation, the company has initiated a support programme for elderly care initiatives in the holy city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The Foundation has formalised association with two dedicated elderly care facilities, committing to long-term support focused on dignified living, safety, and holistic wellbeing for senior citizens. Marking the Foundation’s foray into elderly care, this initiative reflects its broader vision of building compassionate, inclusive, and community-driven support systems for some of society’s most deserving individuals. Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Pradeep Kumar Aggarwal, Founder & Chairman, Signature Global, said,

Read More »
HMIF

Hyundai Motor India Foundation Deepens Commitment to Maharashtra with Local Launch of Project Adhikaar Connect in Pune

Pune | May 19, 2026: Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited, inaugurated the Adhikaar Connect Kendra and flagged-off Adhikaar Connect Vahan at Navlakh Umbre in Maval, Pune reinforcing its commitment towards inclusive development and welfare accessibility in Maharashtra. The inauguration in Pune marks the next phase of implementation under Hyundai’s broader CSR commitment announced in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra as part of the HMIF’s ₹56 crore social development investment in the state.   Project Adhikaar Connect is designed to support underserved and vulnerable communities in accessing Government welfare and social security schemes through assisted documentation, eligibility guidance, application facilitation and doorstep outreach services. The initiative seeks to bridge the gap between welfare provisions and citizens who often face challenges in navigating access to these entitlements.  The initiative is expected

Read More »
Hero

Hero Future Energies Honours India’s Changemakers Driving Social Transformation

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 »
MEI_World Earth Day 2026 (1) - Rajat Khanna

Mitsubishi Electric India Marks World Earth Day by Advancing Lake Conservation CSR with Community and Employee Participation in Talegaon

India, April 23, 2026 – Mitsubishi Electric India,  in collaboration with Earthwatch Institute India, commemorated World Earth Day 2026 through an on-ground employee engagement programme at Talegaon Dabhade Lake, near Pune, as part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative on lake conservation. As part of the programme, employees participated in a guided lakeside “Walk & Talk” session, exploring the importance of urban blue and green spaces using digital field guides and interactive applications. This was followed by a clean-up drive and plantation activity aimed at improving the lake environment. Employees also attended a session on carbon and water footprints, gaining practical insights into measuring and reducing environmental impact, supported by demonstrations of tools such as automatic weather stations,

Read More »

Birla Opus Paints Accelerates Sustainability and Circularity across Operations in FY25–26

~ Delivers measurable progress in water conservation, circularity, clean energy, and sustainable packaging ~ Mumbai, 15th April 2026: Birla Opus Paints, part of the Aditya Birla Group, makes strong progress in its sustainability agenda in FY 2025–26 with measurable gains in resource efficiency, circular economy practices, and responsible manufacturing. Sustainability remains embedded across the design and operations of its manufacturing ecosystem, guided by a 360-degree approach centred on reduce, reuse, recycle, and recovery. In FY 2025–26, Birla Opus Paints recycled over 490 Lac litres of water back into its processes, while harvesting and utilising more than 810 Lac litres of rainwater across its manufacturing facilities, reducing dependence on freshwater sources. Driving its circular economy practices, Birla Opus Paints also implemented

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 »
FUJIFILM CSR initiatives

FUJIFILM India Expands its Sustainability Activities to Protected Wildlife at Corbett Tiger Reserve

December 23, 2025: FUJIFILM India, a leading company in Healthcare, Electronics, Imaging and Business Innovation, has strengthened its commitment to community wellbeing and environmental sustainability with the launch of its latest CSR initiative, the Wildlife Conservation Project at Corbett Tiger Reserve, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand. Implemented by Anvarat Foundation, this initiative focuses on improving the healthcare support available for rescued and rehabilitated wild animals by setting up a dedicated diagnostic laboratory at the Dhela Rescue, Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre. This facility will help veterinary teams identify illnesses faster and provide better medical care to vulnerable species. As part of the initiative, FUJIFILM India is equipping the centre with modern, easy-to-use diagnostic systems that can test and monitor the health of various wildlife

Read More »
Sustainability and CSR trends 2025

UN GCNI to Host ESG & Sustainability Leadership Summit—Edition 2 on 20 August 2025

‘Embedding ESG for Sustainable and Resilient Business and Supply Chains’   The United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) will convene the second edition of its flagship ESG & Sustainability Leadership Summit on 20 August 2025 at PHD House, Delhi. Building on the momentum and outcomes of the Inaugaral Edition held earlier this month, Edition 2 will bring together corporates, regulators, investors, civil society, academia and technology innovators to accelerate practical ESG adoption across business models and supply chains. Guided by a drive to move from intent to implementation, the Summit will translate policy, technology and leadership conversations into actionable strategies through plenaries, ignite talks, a masterclass for next-gen ESG leaders, and a dedicated sectoral dialogue on healthcare. Core

Read More »

MPS extends a hand of humanity to earthquake-hit Myanmar, donated 3000 Kg of sugar in a gesture of global solidarity

22nd May 2025: In a heartfelt act of compassion and empathy, Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, strived ahead to support the victims of the massive earthquake in Myanmar on 28 March 2025. The Modernites contributed 3000 kilograms of sugar, extending a sweet gesture of humanity to those affected by almost 7.9 magnitude tremors, responsible for over 5,000 lives and widespread destruction in Myanmar and even in its neighboring countries. This humanitarian initiative was made possible under the visionary leadership of Principal Dr. Alka Kapur, whose educational philosophy and every endeavor are deeply rooted in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the timeless Indian ethos of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” – the world is one family. Guided by these values, she inspired the

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