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Cambridge Judge Business School Recognises FUEL Founder Dr. Ketan Deshpande for Outstanding Contribution and Philanthropic Impact

June 9, 2026

Pune, 8 June 2026 — Friends Union for Energising Lives (FUEL), the Pune-based public charitable trust and NSE Social Stock Exchange–listed non-profit, has announced that its Founder, Chairman and Managing Trustee, Dr. Ketan Deshpande, has been formally recognised by the University of Cambridge, Judge Business School, for his outstanding contribution to the Cambridge India Business Society and for FUEL’s exemplary philanthropic work. The recognition was conveyed through a letter dated 30 May 2026, issued on the occasion of the Cambridge India Business Dialogue 2026, and jointly signed by Prof. Gishan Dissanaike, Dean of Cambridge Judge Business School, and Prof. Jaideep Prabhu, Vice Dean and Director of the Centre for India & Global Business. The letter acknowledged Dr. Deshpande’s steadfast support

10K cotton bags to vegetable vendors, community outreach in nearby villages: Jindal Stainless drives community-led sustainability initiatives for World Environment Day

June 9, 2026

Launches plastic-free campaign with 10,000 reusable cotton bags in Hisar Community outreach and plantation initiatives in Jajpur promote responsible living New Delhi/Hisar/Jajpur, June 9, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment towards environmental stewardship and community-driven sustainability, Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, organised a series of awareness, waste management, and green cover initiatives across its Hisar and Jajpur units to mark World Environment Day 2026. Aligned with this year’s global theme, ‘Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For our Future.’ and responding to the call of action, the initiatives focused on encouraging responsible environmental practices through greater employee and community participation. As part of the observance, the company launched a plastic-free campaign in Hisar with the distribution of 10,000 reusable cotton

Fidelity Investments promotes sustainable action through Fidelity Cares in India

June 5, 2026

Bengaluru/Chennai, June 5, 2026: Fidelity Investments India has a continued focus on sustainability measures through its Fidelity Cares community relations program. Fidelity Cares provides associates with opportunities to make an impact among the communities where they live and work, including a strong focus on sustainable action. On World Environment Day, Fidelity Cares has highlighted some of the ways by which it promotes sustainable action through dedicated efforts. Aditya Ramprasad, Head of Regional Public Affairs and Community Relations, Fidelity Investments India, said: “Through Fidelity Cares, our associates gain awareness of sustainability issues and contribute to programs aimed at protecting the environment and ecology we live in, for the benefit of future generations to follow.” Here are some of the initiatives and

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

June 5, 2026

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

Signature Global Foundation Expands Social Impact Footprint with Elderly Care Initiatives

June 1, 2026

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,

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

May 19, 2026

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

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

April 23, 2026

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,

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

April 17, 2026

~ 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

Dalmia Bharat Partners with Delhi PWD to Transform Under-Flyover Spaces into Sustainable Urban Hubs

April 7, 2026

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.