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Utilizing the potential of female workers in India’s corporate sector

May 22, 2024

22 May 2024: As of 2023, the United Nations estimates the global population at over 8 billion, with India surpassing China to become the most populous country, boasting 1.4267 billion people. Despite this demographic shift, gender disparities persist. Globally, women constitute 49.7% of the population, but only around 50% participate in the labor force compared to 80% of men, with South Asia showing particularly wide gaps. In India, women’s labor force participation is a mere 18%, contributing just 18% to the GDP despite comprising 48% of the population. The World Bank highlights that increasing India’s female labor force participation to 50% could boost GDP growth by 1%. The manufacturing sector, which represents 16–17% of India’s GDP, employs only 12% women,

In association with the Delhi Management Association and Vijayash Foundation as their knowledge partner, Jawaharlal Nehru University hosts a landmark summit on “Conscious Leadership for ESG & Sustainability”

May 16, 2024

Summit Sustainability — Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) with the help of DMA ( Delhi Management Association ) ESG Committee , is proud to announce the upcoming summit on “Conscious Leadership for ESG & Sustainability,” scheduled to take place on 18th May , 2024 at JNU Convention Center , New Delhi. This pivotal event aims to spearhead discussions and actions toward sustainable development through ethical leadership practices. Event Overview: The summit will convene industry leaders, academic scholars, policymakers, and sustainability advocates to explore the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into business and leadership strategies. The event is poised to set a new benchmark in sustainable leadership practices, highlighting the critical role of consciousness in fostering an inclusive and sustainable global economy. Keynote Speakers: The summit will feature a lineup of esteemed

Nai Subah Foundation’s ‘Advaita’ Exhibition, Neurodiverse Artists Take Center Stage

May 1, 2024

1st May 2024: – Nai Subah Foundation, is a pioneering youth-led social startup, that successfully concluded its second annual physical art exhibition, ‘Advaita: Expressions of Diversity’, which is aimed at showcasing the creativity and unique perspectives of neurodiverse artists through art. The ArtSastra Gallery in New Delhi hosted a three-day exhibition showcasing around 120 extraordinary artworks by 26 artists of the age group of 10 to 45. The exhibition was highly successful, and almost completely sold out, signifying the popularity and appreciation for these masterpieces and their creators. Tarini Malhotra, Founder of the Nai Subah Foundation said, “We are thrilled by the overwhelming response to Advaita this year. Not only did we witness a surge in visitors, they were generous in praising the artworks too. The support received

7th Gender Equality Summit, hosted by the United Nations Global Compact Network on the topic of Inclusive Horizons: Integrating Gender Equality across SDGs

April 30, 2024

30th April 2024: The UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) hosted the 7th Gender Equality Summit in New Delhi. The goal of the summit, themed “Inclusive Horizons: Integrating Gender Equality across SDGs,” was to coordinate efforts towards achieving gender equality with more general development goals. It offered a forum for stakeholders from different industries to work together to address gender inequality and advance SDG 5 and its related objectives. Around 45 leaders from government, business, academia, research, policymakers, UN agencies, and civil society organizations (CSOs), and corporations were among the 350 participants in the event. The summit aimed to accelerate advancements in gender equality, aligning with the UN Global Compact’s Forward Faster initiative. Shovana Narayan, Indian Kathak dancer, Gender Advocate; Seema

Haleon India in collaboration with Green Yatra, inaugurates Otrivin Miyawaki Urban Forest in Dwarka, Delhi

April 29, 2024

April 29, 2024: Haleon India, (erstwhile GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare), under its CSR initiative, in collaboration with Green Yatra, a leading environmental NGO, inaugurated the Otrivin Miyawaki Urban Forest Project in Dwarka, Delhi. With the planting initiated in October 2022, this monumental effort has seen the nurturing of 35,000 saplings representing over 40 indigenous tree species. This project represents Otrivin’s ‘Breathe Clean’ initiative dedicated to fostering a greener, healthier environment for all. This initiative by Green Yatra, fully funded by Haleon India, aligns closely with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 11, 13, 15, and 17. Haleon aims to embed good supply chain standards by tackling carbon emissions, adopting sustainable packaging, sourcing trusted ingredients sustainably and integrating water stewardship and waste circularity. The

On the Occasion of Earth Day, OneEarth Foundation’s philanthropic initiative transforms waste into opportunity

April 25, 2024

25 April 2024: To promote environmental sustainability, the OneEarth Foundation is giving study tables and benches to a poor school in a slum close to Old Goa. These items are made from separated low-value plastic waste that was gathered during the 30-day Drive Against Plastic Pollution (DAPP) campaign. In addition to raising awareness among over 1300 people and students about the issue of plastic pollution and encouraging sustainable practices, the campaign also collected 1.4 tonnes of waste, held 59 workshops and clean-up drives, and paddled 120 km along the Goa coastline. This initiative, beyond being a symbolic gesture, embodies OneEarth Foundation’s core principles rooted in circular economy practices. Through environmentally responsible waste management, it aspires to close the loop and make society more ecologically aware. The OneEarth Foundation will continue to concentrate

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

With planting 3000 saplings and the establishment of the Whiteland Foundation, Whiteland Corporation entered the CSR arena

April 22, 2024

22 April 2024: Whiteland Corporation entered the CSR arena with the establishment of the Whiteland Foundation. The foundation joined hands with the Say Earth NGO in a significant move towards sustainable development. The company’s employees demonstrated their commitment to environmental conservation by planting 3,000 saplings under the project ‘Urban Forest’ at the Clover Leaf Roundabout, strategically located at the interchange of NH48 and Dwarka Expressway in Gurugram. Each employee actively participated in the initiative, planting up to 20 saplings, thereby making a substantial contribution to the city’s green cover. This concerted effort underscores Whiteland Corporation’s dedication to fostering a healthier ecosystem and ensuring a sustainable future for Gurugram. The tree planting ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence of the

RupeeRedee Joins Forces with Earth Saviours Foundation to provide medical support and food worth Rs.15 lakhs

April 4, 2024

4th April 2024: RupeeRedee, India’s leading digital lending platform has partnered with Earth Saviours Foundation to uplift the underprivileged and elderly of society by distributing medical support and food worth Rs 15 lakhs in its enduring commitment to uplift the underserved segment. The Earth Saviours Foundation has a 16-year-long legacy of working towards social advancement from their old-age home and rescue center in Gurugram, Haryana. Under RupeeRedee’s CSR arm, they have undertaken an initiative to provide medical support worth Rs. 5Lakhs, raw food worth Rs. 7 lakhs for the NGO kitchen, and medical equipment and food camps worth Rs. 3 Lakhs for the center’s 1500 residents. Commenting on the initiative, Roman Aznabaev, CEO of RupeeRedee said, “Partnering with The Earth

For students at Mata Jijabai PG Girls College, Malabar Gold, and Diamonds organizes a scholarship distribution ceremony

April 3, 2024

3rd April 2024: Malabar Gold and Diamonds, announces a significant initiative aimed at fostering education among promising young women. The company organized a scholarship distribution ceremony at Mata Jijabai PG Girls College in Indore, extending support to 124 deserving students. The event took place on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024, marking a milestone in the company’s commitment to empowering communities through education. Totaling an impressive ₹1,170,000, the scholarships represent a tangible investment in the educational journey of these talented individuals. Malabar Gold and Diamonds’ steadfast dedication to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) shines through these endeavors, reinforcing its pledge to enable access to education, particularly among girls. Esteemed guests Dr. Anoop Kumar Jaggi, Principal of Mata Jijabai PG Girls College, and Dr. Sudhir