CSR News

20 September , 2023: On the occasion of International Coastal Cleanup Day Allcargo Group an Indian global logistics conglomerate collaborated with its’ NGO partner, Swachha Vasundhara Foundation, to promote environmental sustainability and maritime health. The Swachha Vasundhara Foundation is supported by the Maharashtra Forest Department. Over 1,000 volunteers who took part in this initiative, were NGOs, Navy personnel, NCC Cadets and students from 18 colleges. The main contribution of this initiative was the restoration of 2.5 acres of an area that hosts vital mangroves and cleaning up Mangroves and the beach at Carter Road. Head – CSR, Allcargo Group, Dr. Nilratan Shende mentioned that their dedication to environmental sustainability was reflected in this collaboration. Allcargo, he added, was committed to

19 September,2023 :  With an aim to create safer spaces for women living in rural villages, Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, has launched a first-of-its-kind CSR program called Ratri Chaupal in India. Under this program, the company is illuminating communal spaces in villages to enable women to gather safely after sunset and attend night school and various information sessions on health, nutrition, agriculture, women safety, government schemes and financial literacy.   The company has partnered with Srushti Seva Samiti to launch the pilot project in 10 villages in the Mavli block of Udaipur, Rajasthan. The project was launched by Shri Jagdish Raj Shrimali, Honorable Minister of State & Vice Chairman, Labor Advisory Board, Rajasthan. The program aims

The flagship annual event of Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti of Run for Swasth Bharat – concluded its 14th edition recently at Gandhi Darshan in Rajghat, New Delhi. This was organized in collaboration with HFT or the Health Fitness Trust. HFT was registered in 1994 by the reputed international athlete and Marathoner, Dr Sunita Godara (1992 Asian Marathon Gold medalist). This event is an adrenaline booster for sports enthusiasts and budding artists. It features diverse activities such as bike rides, thematic activities, cycling courses, adrenaline runs, poster making competition amongst others. This event saw the participation of more than a thousand participants and registered a huge turnout. TFCI (Tourism Finance Corporation of India Ltd.) supports HFT as a part of

30 May, 2023: UN GCNI along with its partner SIDART organized a Multi-Stakeholders Workshop on Collective Action Uniting Together –Addressing Healthcare Challenges through Ethical Business Practices and Collective Action “A Multi-stakeholder perspective on transparent and ethical Healthcare ecosystem” on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at State Institute of Health & Family Welfare (SIHFW), Jaipur, Rajasthan. The thematic area of discussion was mainly around the Collective Action for strengthening the Healthcare Ecosystem in India. The workshop witnessed the presence of some noted dignitaries across the diverse sectors of society. Experts and leaders from WHO, National and international institutions, renowned hospitals, bureaucracy, and policy advocacy shared their strategies related to transparency, accountability, good governance practices, proactive implementation, and grievance redressal mechanisms. The workshop

15th September2023:The World Robot Olympiad (WRO) 2023, being organized by the ISF – India Stem Foundation will now see Rockwell Automation Inc. sponsoring the participation of 12 schools across the major cities in India. This initiative of Rockwell Automation. Inc.  a leading name in industrial automation and digital transformation is part of its larger corporate responsibility of equipping the underprivileged children for the future. The company promotes education in science, technology, mathematics (STEM) and engineering for the students who come from underprivileged backgrounds. Founding member and senior scientist of the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune Arvind Natu, was the Guest of Honor at the WRO event. During the event he interacted with the participants and gave

4 August, 2023: UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) recognizes the grave impact that unclean businesses have on the company and every stakeholder associated with it. Keeping this in mind, United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) organized A national conclave on Good Governance in Healthcare for Global Welfare in collaboration with Pratisanshi Balamandira Trust and the Sri Madhusudan Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (Medical College). The event was guided by the theme of Promoting Good Governance, Transparency, and Ethical Practices in the Healthcare Ecosystem. Three events were conducted to encourage and engage healthcare professionals and service providers in UN GCNI’s fight against corruption in the healthcare sector. The first event, i.e., the Inaugural session was inaugurated

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

    11 September, 2023: One of the oldest art and history museums in Edappally, Kochi will now have solar power for its electricity needs which will result in an annual savings of Rs 5 lakhs.  Muthoot Finance a leading gold loan NBFC, and a flagship company of the Muthoot Group with 20 diversified business divisions, has recently on the 7th September 2023 installed this 25KWp Solar project for this Kerala Museum. This solar project was inaugurated by Shri George M George, Deputy Managing Director of Muthoot Finance. Solar energy will contribute to approximately 50% of the electricity requirements of the museum. The maintenance of the art in the museum needs a cool climate and the solar project will aid