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News Update /Press Release Memphis, March 12, 2021 – FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), home of the world’s largest cargo airline, announced today an ambitious goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations globally by 2040.To help reach this goal, FedEx is designating more than $2 billion of initial investment in three key areas: vehicle electrification, sustainable energy, and carbon sequestration. This includes a pledge of $100 million to Yale University to help establish the Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture, accelerating research into methods of carbon sequestration at scale, with an initial focus on helping to offset greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to current airline emissions.  “We have a responsibility to take bold action in addressing climate challenges,” said Frederick W. Smith, Chairman and CEO,

News Update/ Press Release Standing committed towards Gender Equality and Women Empowerment, United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN-GCNI) hosted the 4th edition of Gender Equality Summit (GES), virtually, on March 9-10, 2021. The Theme of this Gender Equality Summit is ‘Covid and New Gender Equations: Adversity to Opportunity’ aligned with the theme of International Women Day-2021 ‘Women in Leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID 19 world’. The Summit was graced by Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, Union Cabinet Minister of Ministry of Women & Child Development, and Ministry of Textiles, GoI and followed by Mr. Ram Mohan Mishra, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, GoI, Mr. Shashi Shanker, CMD ONGC groups of companies and President, GCNI, Ms.

News Update/Press Release Mumbai, March 11, 2021: Tata Motors today announced the launch of ‘Wheels of Love’, a holistic programme that supports new parents in their exciting journey both as a parent and also as a valued employee while promoting a progressive culture of care, inclusion and sensitization within the organization across levels. Also presented in the form of a specially curated book, ‘Wheels of Love’ puts forth various tenets to enable new and expectant parents successfully manage the need to focus on their growing family while also fulfilling their career goals. In addition to guiding parents, the books also provides valuable insights for managers to support their team members as they progress through the various stages of parenthood.  Announcing the launch of

News Update/ Press Release United Nations Global Compact Network India (UNGC-NI), is hosting the 4th edition of Gender Equality Summit (GES), virtually, on March 9-10, 2021. The Theme of this 4th Gender Equality Summit is ‘Covid and New Gender Equations: Adversity to Opportunity’ aligned with the theme of International Women Day-2021 ‘Women in Leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID 19 world’. Carrying forward the momentum built on three previous Gender Equality Summits held in 2018, 2019 and 2020, UNGCNI’s 4th Gender Equality Summit 2021 will focus on collective responsibility and exploring the pathways towards gender inclusive outcomes in the society, especially the workforce. A galaxy of eminent speakers comprising MDs, CEOs and Heads from the PSUs, Corporates, Academia,

NEWS UPDATE/ PRESS RELEASE Maharashtra, 04th March 2021: ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Private Limited (ŠAVWIPL) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Save Life Foundation in presence of Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) for the ‘Jeevan Rakshak Program’.   Under the Jeevan Rakshak Program, Save Life Foundation will train citizen volunteers, Police Personnel and ŠAVWIPL employees in techniques of Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) which will respond appropriately in emergency situations resulting to reduced mortality and morbidity during a road accident. The training will cover the elements of – Good Samaritans Law, significance of golden hour, emergency action steps, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), immobilization, control bleeding, basic first aid management and measures to be taken in special scenarios like bomb blasts,

News Update/ Press Release New Delhi, 04nd March, 2021: Power Finance Corporation Ltd (PFC), the leading NBFC in the power sector, has extended its financial support for the construction of stilt plus two-storied School Building at Dr K.B. Hegdewar School premises, in Bambolim, Goa as part of its CSR activities.  PFC has provided CSR fund of Rs  3 crores for the construction of the school, which was inaugurated by Dr. Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister of Goa along with Shri Ravinder Singh Dhillon, CMD, PFC. The building block comprises of classrooms, laboratories, a multi-purpose hall, faculty rooms and toilets for children. The beneficiaries of the project are the school children of the local populace. Significant number of children studying in this school is from the economically weaker

News Update/Press Release 01 March 2021, New Delhi: Fujifilm India Private Limited, a pioneer in imaging and healthcare technologies, today announced the launch of its mobile digital radiology system – FDR nano. Offering high-resolution imaging with low X-ray doses in healthcare settings, this new digital radiology technology enables a noise reduction circuits that in turn, improves the granularity of low-density regions, and achieves high image quality. The lightweight and compact FDR Nano has achieved approximately 80% reduction in its total weight as compared to traditional mobile X-rays. It offers a significant reduction in terms of the external dimensions, enabling smooth movement in the hospital and at the bedside. The high-performance built-in Li-on battery enables 12 hours of continuous use at 20 shots per

NEWS UPDATE/ PRESS RELEASE India, February 26, 2021 : The CMA CGM Group, a world leader in shipping and logistics, undertakes a global reforestation initiative. 110,000 trees will be planted throughout 12 countries as part of local reforestation programs designed to regenerate nature and support the development of local communities. 110,000 trees for each of the Group’s 110,000 staff members.​ The Group is resolutely committed to sustainable development and to the preservation of our natural environment. As such, several initiatives have been undertaken that fully embody the Groups “Acting for People”, “Acting for Planet” and “Acting for Responsible Trade” commitments. ​ 10,000 trees in Darjeeling to build sustainable human communities in the Darjeeling hills and the adjoining areas.  As part

PRESS RELEASE Pune, 25 February, 2021 – Capgeminihas doubled down on its sustainability objectives across its campuses in Pune – Hinjewadi and Talwade, as aligned with the Group’s objective to achieve Net-Zero goals by 2030 through various sustainability initiatives and programs.   Initiatives at Hinjewadi Campus Capgemini’s campus in Hinjewadi received the LEED (Leadership in Energy Efficient Design) platinum certification for its energy, water efficiency & sustainable practices. The campus has a total built-up area of 1.75 million sq. ft., which also includes a 1.2 MWp onsite captive solar plant. Additionally, the campus features a bio-gas plant which generates gas for cooking use from recycled food waste and has an organic waste converter for solid waste management. Furthermore, 100% recycled water from