CSR News

06th November 2024: India Market Entry (IME) proudly announces the launch of Earth Cubs in India, setting the stage for transformative sustainability education nationwide. Through the leadership of Grace Paljor, Principal of Leeds International Academy in Srinagar, Earth Cubs aims to engage 200,000 schools and impact 50 million children across India, with educational content focused on climate change, gender equality, biodiversity conservation, and more. With over 8,000 schools already engaged across 130 countries, Earth Cubs is primed to make a meaningful impact in India, empowering young minds with knowledge aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). IME’s collaboration is crucial in helping Earth Cubs reach schools and educational partners throughout the country, making these critical resources accessible to

5th November 2024: Herbalife, a premier health and wellness company, community, and platform entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to provide 1,000 scholarships for students pursuing the foundational level of the IITM BS Degree in Data Science and Applications. This initiative aligns with IIT Madras’s vision of ‘IIT Madras for All,’ which strives to make high-quality education accessible to students from diverse economic backgrounds across India. The MoU signing ceremony, held at IIT Madras, was attended by Shri Uday Prakash, VP – Strategy and Implementation, Herbalife India, along with Prof. Ashwin Mahalingam, Dean of Alumni and Corporate Relations IIT Madras, Mr. Kaviraj Nair, CEO of Alumni and Corporate Relations, and other IITM

5th November 2024: As concerns regarding environmental issues escalate, the quest for sustainability intensifies. Industries like ours that rely heavily on the usage of glass bottles are often scrutinized for their environmental impact. While one may view this as a downside, it comes with distinct advantages. Among the list of recyclable items, glass is cited as a particularly effective recyclable item and a key resource for conservation efforts. At Radico, we have witnessed an encouraging trend in the use of recycled bottles. We have consciously and dedicatedly embarked on a mission to support sustainability and contribute towards environmental conservation. Our efforts have yielded positive results, with the use of recycled bottles showing an upward trend. In FY 2019, we registered

5th November 2024: Radico Khaitan has over the years executed its role as a responsible corporate citizen in the communities it serves very effectively. The regions of Rampur and Sitapur have witnessed a spate of conscious and dedicated initiatives by the company to boost their social, economic, and environmental development. The company has launched several initiatives to boost the economic growth of the region. Employment opportunities have registered a huge upward trend. Recycling and responsible sourcing and consumption of raw materials, have contributed towards the reduction of carbon footprint and enhanced environmental conservation and sustainability. It has adopted specific initiatives on education, infrastructure development, and health, to boost community development. It also provides educational resources and scholarships to improve literacy levels

30th October 2024: L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, announces the launch of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, ‘Jalvaibhav 2.0’, in the Mulbagal Taluk of Kolar district, Karnataka. The initiative focuses on integrated water resource management to create additional water harvesting capacity, benefiting over 5,000 farmers across 12 villages. The Jalvaibhav 2.0 project addresses water scarcity and soil health improvement through various initiatives, such as replenishing existing and new water resources, promoting climate-smart agri, and allied interventions. These efforts will directly impact farmers’ income levels while spreading awareness and training on sustainable practices. Speaking at the launch, Ms. Apurva Rathod, Company Secretary & Chief Sustainability Officer at LTF, said, “At

29th October 2024: Orion Innovation (“Orion”), a leading digital transformation and product development services firm, reaffirms its commitment to supporting local communities in India through its OI Empower program, a CSR initiative that leverages technology education to empower underprivileged youth. This initiative will benefit students from the Corporation Higher Secondary School in Udayampalayam, Coimbatore. OI Empower, Orion’s flagship CSR initiative, is dedicated to expanding access to quality education and technological resources for underprivileged communities, driving meaningful growth and development. Through a series of impactful projects, OI Empower aims to enhance learning environments and provide students with essential skills to succeed in the digital era. Alongside establishing a new computer lab, Orion employees and their families will volunteer at the school,

28th October 2024: SMFG India Credit (SMICC), a leading non-banking financial company initiated its employee-centric initiative, ‘Ek Muthi Chawal’. The initiative allows employees of SMFG India Credit an opportunity to spread festive cheers by donating rice, wheat, and pulses which will help feed children and elderly in old age homes for a month. Donations received during this initiative go directly to a partner NGO and are utilized to benefit children and elderly people. The company has set an ambitious target for the 5th edition of Ek Muthi Chawal with the aim to donate 60,000 kg of rice, grains & pulses to over 12,000+ employees across 21 states. The contribution is expected to benefit around 20,000 children providing them essential nutrition

28th October 2024: Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 10-Point Agenda on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), emphasizing a holistic approach to building resilience, reducing disaster risks, and fostering sustainable development., Bal Raksha Bharat and the Sphere India Academy have integrated the #GenerationHope Campaign to accelerate inclusive climate resilience by empowering youth and children in India and everywhere. The event, hosted by Bal Raksha Bharat, was attended by notable dignitaries from key disaster management agencies of India like NIDM, NDMA, and DDMA. The keynote address was delivered by Shri Anil Sinha, former Executive Director of, the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM). A special address to children was delivered by Professor Vinod C. Menon, Founder and Member of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Dr.

23rd October 2024: K Raheja Corp Homes, the residential business of K Raheja Corp, proudly announces the successful conclusion of the 2nd edition of its ‘WE WILL’ initiative. This initiative, part of the ‘Royalty’ program, saw an overwhelming response from residents, with over 5000 families participating in the donation drive, the ‘WE WILL’ initiative spanned across key locations including Mumbai, Pune, and Hyderabad –Raheja Vihar in Chandivali, Raheja Vistas Premiere & Raheja Viva in Pune, and Raheja Vistas in Hyderabad. In collaboration with NGOs such as Goonj, OM Creations Trust, and Ashray-Akruti, the drive collected over 750+ pieces of clothing, 550+ books, and 200+ toys, which were distributed to underprivileged communities. Adding to the event’s success, an exhibition of handmade

23rd October 2024: In a significant step towards creating sustainable livelihoods, Futures First Info Services Pvt Ltd, as part of their CSR Initiatives, has collaborated with the Roots Foundation, and has inaugurated a skilling training center in Udyog Vihar, Gurugram. The center is set to deliver an ambitious skill development initiative focusing on sewing machine operations (SMO), tailoring, and pattern-making. The program aims to empower youth and women by enhancing their economic opportunities and fostering financial independence within the community. The launch event was graced by key people from both organizations. Ms. Cheryl Gureja, Director, and Ms. Apurva Sharma, VP- HR & Operations, from Futures First Info Services Pvt Ltd, along with Mr. Ritwik Bahuguna and Ms. Ridhima Bahuguna, Co-Founders