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2nd July 2025: The Playbook for Nonprofit Unicorns, an extensive research report released by Change Engine, a first-of-its-kind accelerator for nonprofits, flips the narrative that government is a hurdle. Instead, it reveals that 80% of India’s most successful nonprofits have scaled by working directly with the government. The state is one of the most powerful levers for scale, offering unmatched reach, infrastructure, and authority to drive deep, systemic change. Nonprofit unicorns are organisations that impact a million people or 5% of the target user base meaningfully. The report challenges popular belief by showing it is much easier to get a breakthrough with the government than assumed. There is a growing interest among ministries in engaging external experts to improve program

Advancing the commitment of establishing a future-ready leadership pipeline within PSEs through DAKSH Leadership program, Shri Atul Sobti, Director General, SCOPE; Shri S.P. Roy, Joint Secretary, Capacity Building Commission signed an agreement with Prof. Himanshu Rai, Director, IIM Indore; and Shri Rahul Rana, Partner, Egon Zehnder for the second batch of program. The agreement was signed in the presence of Chairman, CBC, Shri Adil Zainulbhai, who joined virtually, Smt. Alka Mittal, Member CBC, Shri Ayush Gupta, Director HR, GAIL, Shri K. K. Singh, Director (Personnel), SAIL and senior officials from CBC, SCOPE, and PSEs. SCOPE and CBC are collaborating with Egon Zehnder as Knowledge Partner and IIM Indore as Academic Partner for the second batch of DAKSH, a one-of-its-kind leadership

28th May 2025: Diageo India (United Spirits Limited), in partnership with BharatCares and the Directorate of Transport, Government of Goa, today inaugurated a new Driver Sensitisation Tab Lab at the RTO Panaji under its ‘Wrong Side of the Road’ (WSOTR) initiative. The Tab Lab was inaugurated by Dr. Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, marking a significant milestone in Diageo India’s mission to promote road safety and responsible consumption. With this launch, WSOTR centres are now present across all RTOs in Goa. Aligned with Diageo India’s ‘Spirit of Progress’ ESG action plan, Wrong Side of the Road (WSOTR) is an education-led, behavioural change initiative that leverages digital tools to address drink driving. Delivered through immersive, tech-enabled modules, WSOTR engages

27th May 2025: In a heartfelt move towards the community care, FUJIFILM India inaugurated its newest FUJIFILM Smiles Home at The Earth Saviours Foundation, Mandawar Village in Sohna, Haryana – a home to 750 individuals. The new shelter is an expansion of Fujifilm Smiles Home which was launched on World Smiles Day last year, providing basic amenities. With the inauguration of Fujifilm Smiles Home, the shelter will serve as a dignified and safe space for especially abled, destitute and abandoned people. Designed with long term sustainability in mind, the facility features insulated iron structures and is equipped with essential amenities such as medical beds, wheelchairs, walkers, almirahs, fans, coolers, curtains — while fostering a renewed sense of belonging, dignity, and

20th May 2025: Cybage Foundation, the CSR arm of Cybage Software Pvt. Ltd., today inaugurated a newly constructed, fully equipped waiting area for families visiting inmates at the historic Yerwada Central Jail in Pune. This visitor welfare initiative is rooted in Cybage’s belief that every human deserves dignity, especially those quietly enduring emotional hardship on the sidelines of imprisonment. This visitor facility marks a quiet yet powerful transformation in how society can treat the invisible, those who endure without voice or recognition. From mothers carrying toddlers to elderly parents making long journeys, these families now have access to safe, clean, and dignified infrastructure that respects their emotional and physical struggles. “This is not just a structure of brick and mortar;

2nd May 2025:  Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda has taken charge as Director (Finance) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) on April 30, 2025. Dr. Panda began his career at SAIL in 1992 as a Management Trainee. During his career, Dr. Panda has worked in various capacities across various Plants and Units of SAIL. Widely regarded for his financial & technical knowledge and proactive approach, his expertise spans financial accounting, costing & budgeting, business planning, treasury operations, taxation and strategic management.   Throughout his tenure, Dr. Panda has played a pivotal role in strengthening SAIL’s financial position, spearheading key initiatives including deleveraging efforts, cost optimization, rail pricing strategy, fixed asset sales policy, tax optimization, E-invoicing implementation and introducing digital invoicing across SAIL units to enhance transparency and efficiency among others. In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Dr. Panda has served as a Nominee Director on the boards of several

17th April 2025: The Souled Store has launched an exclusive QR tee – when scanned, the barcode leads to a donation page, where supporters can directly contribute to the care of rescued animals. But more than just donations, the page also offers a glimpse into the lives of the animals being nurtured at the shelter, showcasing their transformation from abandoned strays to cherished companions. Through their very own World For All facility, they’ve already rescued and rehomed over 300 dogs and cats — providing medical treatment, nourishment, and most importantly, a second chance at life. Since 2023, The Souled Store has taken full responsibility for the operations of the World For All Animal Care Facility, ensuring consistent support, resources, and oversight for the ongoing

14th April 2025: Kaizen Que Pvt. Ltd, a leading digital marketing company, has distributed laptops, desktops, and printers to Hulimavu Police Station in Bengaluru as a part of its Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives. This contribution is aimed at equipping law enforcement personnel with advanced technological tools to enhance operational efficiency and streamline communication. Kaizen Que donated 8 high-performing desktops and laptops for enhanced mobility and performance, along with 2 Canon all-in-one printers. Commenting on the initiative, Piyush Gupta, Director, Kaizen Que, said, “We believe that access to efficient technology makes a big difference in daily operations. Our police personnel work for long hours, and this initiative is a small step towards helping them with seamless operations.” “At the heart of

07th April, 2025 – Sumeet Facilities Ltd, a leader in waste management solutions has successfully concluded a significant deep clean-up drive in collaboration with Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM). The intensive week-long project, which covered both Eastern Express Highway (EEH) and Western Express Highway (WEH), significantly enhanced the cleanliness and safety of Mumbai’s major arterial roads by removing enormous amounts of debris, waste and abandoned cars. The campaign executed from March 17 to 22, saw SFL deployed more than 150 workers alongside with advanced cleaning technology, including 8 electric sweeping machines imported from Europe, 9 litter picking machines, and hook loaders, to ensure an efficient cleaning. High-pressure jetting and misting equipment were used to minimize dust pollution, ensuring efficient road

March 12, 2025: The Mahatma Gandhi Centre for Skill Development, an initiative by Medhavi Skills University (MSU) in collaboration with Helping Hands NGO, successfully hosted its convocation ceremony to honour the first batch of graduating students from its Plumbing and Electrical programs.  The event at the Mahatma Gandhi Centre (MGC) in Hong Village, Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh, marked a major milestone in equipping the youth of the Northeast with skill-based education. The convocation ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Director General of Police (DGP), Mr. Robin Hibu (IPS), Delhi Police and Founder, Helping Hands, and Mr. Pravesh Dudani, Founder & Chancellor, Medhavi Skills University. The event celebrated the achievements of students who successfully completed their certificate programs in electrical and