The CSR Journal

The government of Telangana is looking to access more CSR funds to fulfil its responsibility towards the population of the state. Struggling with financial constraints, the authorities have been pressuring companies to align their CSR activities with state projects. According to industry sources, the district collectors and top bureaucrats of Telangana are actively convening...

Egypt has an extensive culinary history that stretches back millennia. Cairo's varied food offers visitors a lot to look forward to, especially those who favour vegetarianism.  Though the country's main attraction, the pyramids, isn't the most well-known Egyptian cuisine, our purpose is to inform you about the mouthwatering (to put it mildly) foods that are...

The National Eligibility Entrance Test for Postgraduates (NEET PG), which is a decisive examination for medical graduates aspiring for MD/MS/PG Diploma courses at colleges and universities across India has been postponed for the academic year 2024-2025 without announcement of a fresh date, leaving the examinees anxious. The Ministry of Health has postponed the National...

Thiruvananthapuram, India: Renowned actor Adah Sharma and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India have donated a life-size mechanical elephant, Baladhasan, to the Pournamikavu Temple in Thiruvananthapuram in recognition of the temple’s decision never to own or hire live elephants. Baladhasan will be used to conduct ceremonies at the temple in a...

Gurugram, India: In May 2024, over 560 schools across India applied to Computer Shiksha (CS) to introduce computer literacy awareness classes. Despite receiving a substantial number of applications, Computer Shiksha was able to adopt only 110 schools, impacting more than 20,000 students nationwide. "With a dedicated team of 36 employees and a modest budget, this...

The recent heatwave across north India has claimed lives of over 190 homeless people in New Delhi in 9 days, according to a report by a Delhi-based NGO. Between June 11 and 19, a total of 192 homeless people died, a report by the Centre for Holistic Development said. This data was obtained from the...

Online loan applications offer a streamlined and user-friendly approach to securing financing, providing borrowers with unprecedented ease and efficiency in the borrowing process. From personal loans to mortgages, the increase of online lending platforms has empowered consumers to tailor their borrowing experience according to their specific needs and preferences. In this guide, we'll explore...

According to a United Nations report, the world far off from achieving most of the sustainable development goals set in 2015, such as tackling poverty and hunger. The report also cites funding shortfalls, geopolitical tensions and the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.N.’s annual Sustainable Development Report ranks the performance of its 193 member states in implementing...

New Delhi, India: For generations, women have been the backbone of agriculture, silently tilling the land, nurturing crops, and ensuring food security for families and communities. Yet, their stories remain untold, their contributions remain unseen. Today, PepsiCo India, through its Lay's brand, has taken a significant step forward with a unique endeavour in collaboration...

Mumbai, India: HelpAge India, today on the eve of ‘World Elder Abuse Awareness Day’ (June 15) released its national 2024 report – ‘Ageing in India: Exploring Preparedness & Response to Care Challenges’ followed by panel discussions with various stakeholders from the private sector, government, community and the international social sector, at the India International...

Haryana, India: In honour of World Blood Donation Day, Akhil Bhartiya Gramin Uthan Samiti (ABGUS), a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to rural development partnering with SBI Foundation under Gram Seva programme, organized a successful blood donation camp at the Community Health Centre in Tauru, Nuh District. The event, held in collaboration with Community Health...

Biocon Foundation, the CSR arm of Biocon Group conducted several awareness sessions at 14 government schools with the help of a team of 50 volunteers from Biocon. This outreach was conducted to commemorate ‘World No Tobacco Day 2024’ in May with the objective of educating students about the ill-effects of tobacco consumption.  So far, over...