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On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, tragedy struck in Jakhoda village of Bahadurgarh in Haryana's Jhajjar district as four people, including two migrant labourers, lost their lives after inhaling toxic gas while working on a septic tank. The victims were identified as a mason, two labourers from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, and a person who...

More than two-thirds of non-profit organisations struggle to access funders for their respective causes, while 61 per cent of them receive less than a quarter of their funding in an unrestricted manner, according to a report by Accelerate India Philanthropy (AIP), a network of philanthropists. The report, based on a survey of 65 non-profit...

India is home to nearly 17.24 crore rural households and as per the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE), in 2022, unemployment in rural India stood at 8.35% in February, 7.29% in March and 7.18% in April. Tata Trusts has been working towards bridging the gap through large-scale transformation of rural areas across India. Its Collectives...

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar has launched a new sustainability campaign aimed at raising awareness about the urgent need for climate action. The campaign, called Climate Warrior, is part of the actress' ongoing efforts to promote environmentalism and encourage her fans and followers to make more sustainable choices in their daily lives. Pednekar's Commitment to Environment...

Chhattisgarh, a state in central India, has taken a bold step towards environmental conservation by launching the nation's first commercial reforestation project. The Government announced the launch of Mukhyamantri Vriksha Sampada Yojana, which aims to plant 15 crore trees over the next five years. The state government has partnered with two private companies, Dabur...

World Meteorological Day is celebrated annually on the 23rd of March to mark the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1950. The day is observed to raise awareness of the significance of meteorology and the role of the WMO in promoting sustainable development and improving people's lives worldwide. The theme for World Meteorological...

Water is the most essential natural resource on our planet, and World Water Day, celebrated on March 22 every year, reminds us of the importance of water conservation and management. With climate change and population growth, water scarcity has become a global issue, and it is crucial to find sustainable solutions to manage our...

Forests are one of the most important natural resources on the planet. They play a vital role in our lives, providing a range of benefits from economic to environmental. Forests are home to millions of species; they protect the soil from erosion; and provide oxygen for the air we breathe. However, their importance goes...

Air pollution is one of the most significant environmental challenges facing the world today, with severe consequences for human health and the environment. The issue of air pollution is particularly acute in India, where millions of people are exposed to high levels of pollution every day. The country has been struggling to control the...

Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7) calls for access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. Achieving this goal is crucial for ensuring economic growth, social development, and environmental sustainability. However, this goal remains out of reach for millions of people around the world, including many in India. To achieve SDG 7,...

SDG 6, also known as Clean Water and Sanitation, is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the United Nations. The goal aims to ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. In India, access to clean water and sanitation is a significant challenge, with millions of people...

Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. Gender equality is a fundamental human right and is essential for achieving sustainable development. However, gender-based discrimination and violence against women are prevalent in many parts of the world, including India. Corporate philanthropy can play a vital...