CSR News

28th July 2025: The United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) is set to organize its flagship event – “ESG & Sustainability Leadership Summit: Embedding ESG for Sustainable and Resilient Business and Supply Chains” – on August 7, 2025, at PHD House, New Delhi. Amid escalating climate risks, geopolitical uncertainties, and stringent regulatory frameworks, this summit aims to bring together C-suite leaders, policymakers, ESG strategists, regulators, investors, and technology innovators to chart the course for embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across business operations and supply chains. Key Highlights of the Summit: Decoding Evolving Regulations: Insights on India’s BRSR Core, EU’s CSDDD, and global ESG disclosure standards. Tech-Driven ESG Transformation: Leveraging AI, blockchain, and digital tools for transparency,

25th July 2025: In a significant step towards sustainable conservation, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., under its CSR initiative Bottles for Change, has partnered with Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra’s largest and oldest national park. The collaboration aims to promote sustainable conservation through responsible plastic waste management and community engagement within the ecologically sensitive area. The launch event was graced by Shri Anand Reddy, Deputy Conservator of Forests (Core), Shri Vivek Nathu, Assistant Conservator of Forests (Core), Shri Vishal Vaidya, Range Forest Officer (Kolara Core), Smt. Yogita Madavi, Range Forest Officer (Kolara Buffer), Smt. Shobha Koychade, Kolara Sarpanch, Shri Gajanan Guldhe, Satara Sarpanch, Shri Madhukar Jivtode, EDC President Kolara, Ms. Charul Parihar, Project Manager, and Mr. K. Ganesh, Director, Sustainability &

24th July 2025: Innomotics India Pvt. Ltd., part of the German-based Innomotics GmbH, a globally leading supplier of electric motors and large drive systems, recently launched their CSR Program in India. The program was developed on the framework of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and focuses on the key pillars of Education and Sustainability. The goal is to support economically disadvantaged communities by enabling children to have access to quality education, health and care. The core of the education program is the creation of the Innomotics INGenius Scholarship Program. This scholarship program serves as a gateway for exceptional students to embark on a journey of knowledge and skill development in the fields of engineering and technology. The INGenius program

24th July 2025: Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold loan NBFC, fully backed international-level skater AA Abna, a rising talent from Kerala, who is steadily carving her path in India’s sporting landscape. She is now set to represent the nation at the 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championship in Korea in July 2025. Abna is competing in the Senior Women’s Inline Speed Skating category, with her events scheduled for July 23. Abna’s confirmed race entries include: 10 km Elimination Track Race, 5 km Points Track Race, 10 km Points Road Race, 15 km Elimination Road Race, 3000 m Relay (Relay team to be finalized post current training camp). This marks another milestone in Abna’s meteoric rise, which has been powered by Muthoot Finance’s

21st July 2025: In a significant stride towards transforming foundational education, SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with DEVI Sansthan, inaugurated smart classrooms in 40 government schools across the districts of Ayodhya, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi. The launch ceremony recently took place at the World Unity Convention Centre, CMS LDA Campus, Lucknow. The event was graced by Mr. Mrigank Jain, Managing Director of SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt. Ltd., as the Chief Guest, alongside other dignitaries, including Shri Alok Ranjan, IAS, Former Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The initiative, part of SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt Ltd’s CSR program “Smart Shiksha”, aims to bring digital learning tools and innovative teaching methods to underserved communities. Each classroom is

21st July 2025: Tata Power Community Development Trust (TPCDT), in collaboration with Anupam Kher Studio, hosted special screenings of the film “Tanvi The Great” today at PVR Palladium, Lower Parel, Mumbai. The event marks a significant step under Tata Power’s flagship Pay Attention initiative to build greater awareness, understanding, and acceptance of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the broader neurodiversity spectrum. The screening was attended by Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO & MD, Tata Power, and Mr. Anupam Kher, Veteran Actor and Director, along with other Tata Power leaders and over 700 participants, including neurodiverse children, caregivers, educators, Tata Group leaders, NGO partners, Government representatives, and other stakeholders. Adding depth to the experience, a Pay Attention Sensory Experience Zone curated by Sensory

17th July 2025: Honda India Foundation (HIF), the corporate social responsibility arm of all Honda group of companies in India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Directorate of Craftsmanship Training & Scheme (DCTSE), Skill Development Department (SDD), and Government of Sikkim. The MoU marks the launch of Project Buniyaad in Sikkim under the World Bank-supported Sikkim INSPIRES Program. The signing ceremony was held at Chintan Bhawan, Gangtok, in the presence of Mr. Prem Singh Tamang, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Sikkim and the Minister-in-Charge, SDD, Shri Samdup Bhutia, Additional Secretary-cum-Director, Directorate of Craftmanship Training, Scheme and Employment (DCTSE), Skill Development Department, and Mr. Rajeev Taneja, Operating Officer, Honda India Foundation. This collaborative effort aims to deliver structured, industry-oriented training in

17th July 2025: NoMeansNo, an initiative by the Centre for Skill Development & Training dedicated to achieving Total PoSH Compliance, proudly hosted the 3rd National PoSH Conclave & Excellence Awards 2025 at The Lalit, New Delhi. Presented in association with Nestlé India, Steelcase, UCO Bank, Trilegal, Attero, Ferns N Petals (FNP), BIG FM, Yugank Media, and FITS (Federation of Industry, Trade & Service), the landmark event brought together an unprecedented gathering of dignitaries, policymakers, legal luminaries, corporate leaders, HR heads, IC members, and DEI champions — reaffirming its stature as India’s largest platform and dialogue on workplace safety, inclusion, and Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) compliance. The event included a first-of-its-kind book authored by Vishal Bhasin, “Objection Sustained”, offering a