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  9 September, 2023: A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), was signed between The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) India and Hydrocarbon Sector Skill Council (HSSC), with the objective of introducing a paradigm shift in skill development and capacity building endeavours spanning India’s diverse workforce. This collaboration was formalized on October 2023, spelling out a mutual dedication to transformative change, increasing employability and generating vast opportunities covering various industries. SHRM India and HSSC have jointly embarked on a journey of joint initiatives that are aimed at strengthening the skilled workforce of India. This partnership is aligned with the objectives of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG), which will go

7 October, 2023:  With the objective of uplifting the ground-water table, MTR Foods in the packaged foods segment has partnered with Myrada, a non-governmental organization. This collaboration has created a 40 million liters water conservation capacity in Bommasandra and its surrounding areas Karnataka. This CSR Project will benefit about 5000 people and households in the region. Myrada operates in the underdeveloped and drought prone regions. This initiative will improve the supply of water in the local community, along with water storage capacity, by recharging groundwater and building and renovating village ponds to harvest rainwater.  An investment of Rs10.6 million is being made by MTR towards this project that will have a significant benefit on the region. The project situated in

6 October, 2023: The Indian nasal spray brand – Otrivin, has expanded its “Actions to Breathe Cleaner” program, spreading it across 10 government schools which has had a positive impact on 4000+ students and staff. The objective is to improve the overall air quality within the learning environments. Apart from installing 22 air purifiers in three government schools in Bengaluru in 2022, Otrivin has also installed 78 self-cleaning and sustainable air purifiers in 10 government schools of Delhi so that the children studying there can breathe cleaner air. Category Head – Pain & Respiratory, Haleon India Mr. Bineet Jain mentioned that air pollution is a daily battle that we live with and children are the most vulnerable and adversely impacted

5 October, 2023 :A Youth Empowerment Program for the skill development of marginalized youth across 6 states in India, has been launched by RHI Magnesita India. This initiative has taken shape through a partnership between RH Magnesita India, a manufacturer and supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions and Don Bosco Tech Society. This forms a part of the corporate social responsibility outreach of RHI Magnesita India. This significant step will bridge the widening skill gap and the provision of employment opportunities to the NEET youth, or those who are “Not in Education, Employment or Training.” The first batch under this initiative started recently at the Don Bosco Tech Najafgarh centre in New Delhi. Women in the age group

4 October, 2023:  In a bid to create a cleaner and more sustainable environment through community engagement and education, Delhi MSW Solutions is leading and supporting the cause of responsible waste management. Their CSR Efforts are directed towards addressing the national capital’s 11,332 tonnes of solid waste crisis , which educates citizens to assist in streamlined recycling by separating their waste at the point of origin. Delhi MSW Solutions, is a subsidiary of Re Sustainability, one of Asia’s leading providers of comprehensive management services. Along with Ramky Foundation, their CSR wing, it has partnered with Delhi Municipal Corporation to deal with solid waste challenge at the grassroot level. An annual public awareness program with a daily plan has been activated

A project to raise awareness about the wastage of food and hunger challenges in India was introduced by Asahi Kasei (a leading Kitchen Solutions brand from Japan and Akshaya Patra Foundation a non-profit organization. This initiative supported the noble cause of feeding school children through “Wrap Up Hunger With Asahi Kasei.” The aim was to make a meaningful impact by reducing the food wastage and eradicating classroom hunger with the provision of nutritious midday meals to underprivileged children. These wholesome meals were a part of the Akshay Patra Foundation’s Mid-Day meal programme. Most Indian households discard food items like extra chapatis, leftover sabzi or curry, or vegetable peelings in the dustbin. This in turn puts pressure on the waste management

22 September, 2023– With the wellbeing of India’s truck drivers and road safety in mind, Castrol India, in the lubricant manufacturing segment recently inaugurated its latest Castrol Sarathi Mitra training center in Sankagiri, Tamil Nadu. Distinguished representatives from Castrol India and the Sankagiri Lorry Owners Association graced the event. Over 2 lakh truck drivers have been trained by the Castrol Sarathi Mitra program since its inception. This program has significantly impacted the truck drivers, their families and the community.   This initiative launched in 2017, reaffirms Castrol’s ambition of creating a safer, healthier and financially resilient trucking community. The overall well being of the truck drivers is being emphasized by promoting a healthy lifestyle, which includes healthier food choices and

14 September,2023: Real estate brand MANA recently conducted a Plantation Drive at Hegondanahallikere Lake in Varthur, Bengaluru with the objective of preserving the environment and encouraging green living. This event aimed at motivating individuals and their families to plant trees and create a better future. This event was executed by MANA through its’ partnership with HANDS on CSR, a Non-Profit Organization. This successful event saw the plantation of 1000 saplings around the lake.  Founded in 2000by Mr. D. Kishore Reddy, MANA has been working towards green living and crafting luxury homes amidst nature. This event was created as a call for everyone who believes in green living. The opportunity of giving back to the environment and demonstrating appreciation for nature

Consistent Infosystems Pvt. Ltd. a fast-growing Indian IT manufacturing brand has recently embarked on the initiative of providing internships to students from Government Industrial Training Institutes or IT1’s. This program is a unique opportunity for a hands-on training and industry exposure to the students while they learn. They will gain access to a real-world working environment as well as practical insights into the field chosen by them. The practical training will expose them to cutting edge technologies and industry standard processes. This practical experience that they gather will equip them with the requisite skills for future employment. Consistent understands that industry relevant skills are very important for the students, therefore provides them with exposure to best practices, specialized techniques employed