The CSR Journal
CSR News: CRRI and Bal Raksha Bharat Sign Five-Year MoU for Child Road Safety
New Delhi, India: In a landmark initiative to bolster road safety measures for children across India, the CSIR - Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) and Bal Raksha Bharat have signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The five-year partnership, effective from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2030, marks a significant commitment to leveraging...
CSR News: Series of Initiatives Launched to Support Pilgrims at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Prayagraj, India: Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, has launched a series of impactful initiatives at Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj to create a seamless and secure experience for millions of devotees attending the sacred event. Recognizing the scale and significance of one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, the...
Adani Group to Partner with US’ Mayo Clinic to Provide Affordable Healthcare
The Adani group has announced that they will be partnering with US’ Mayo Clinic to establish affordable healthcare facilities in India. Adani Group Chairperson Gautam Adani announced the launch of Adani Health City (AHC) integrated campuses, to be implemented through the group’s not-for-profit healthcare arm.
The group will donate Rs 6,000 crore to build the...
CSR News: vivo India Partners with CIET-NCERT, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation & UN Global Compact Network India for the Third Edition of vivo Ignite
New Delhi, India: vivo, the innovative global smartphone brand, has formed strategic partnerships with the Central Institute of Educational Technology – NCERT (CIET-NCERT), IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation, and UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) for its flagship CSR program, vivo Ignite: Technology and Innovation Initiative (T&I initiative). These collaborations are set to...
CSR News: ‘Project Annadata’ launched, MoC signed with Farmer Producer Organizations in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh, India: Honda India Foundation (HIF) has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Government of Uttar Pradesh today, marking the commencement of ‘Project Annadata- Sashakt Kisan, Samridh Rashtra’, aimed at supporting and strengthening Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in the state. This project focuses on enhancing the overall development of FPOs by improving...
CSR News: How Girl Icon Programme is Driving Change at the Grassroots
Mumbai, India: Milaan Foundation, a nonprofit social impact organisation working to empower adolescent girls nationwide, has released the Impact Assessment Report for its flagship Girl Icon Program. Launched in 2015, the program strives to provide life-skills-based leadership training to adolescent girls aged 12–18 across Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka, who in turn mentor...
Top Reasons to Consider a ULIP Plan for Long-term Savings
When we talk about long-term savings, finding the right investment option is key. A great choice for this purpose is the ULIP plan (Unit Linked Insurance Plan), which combines the benefits of both investment and insurance.
With a ULIP, your premium is split into two parts: one provides life cover, while the other is invested...
CSR Healthcare Initiatives Improve Access and Infrastructure Across 120 Districts: SoulAce Report
In a remote village in East Sikkim, visiting the nearest clinic meant trekking for hours through rugged terrain—an impossible journey for someone old or sick. But two years back, primary healthcare came to their doorsteps as part of a CSR initiative launched by a pharmaceutical company. There was excitement as a Health on Wheels...
More than Rs 25,000 crore worth drugs seized in 2024 in India: Home Ministry
Narcotics worth approximately Rs 25,330 crore were seized in India in the year 2024, as per an official statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs. As per the statement, this figure is more than 55% higher as compared to the Rs 16,100 crore worth of drugs seized in 2023. The central Government has been...
CSR News: CSR Initiative Griha Sobha Hands Over 230 Free Homes to underprivileged families
Palakkad, Kerala: Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust, established in 1994 by Mr. PNC Menon and Mrs. Sobha Menon, achieved another milestone in its mission to support underprivileged families. As part of the Griha Sobha 2025 initiative, the Trust handed over 120 completed homes to women-led families in Palakkad district.Among these, 13 landless families...
CSR News: Indian Overseas Bank celebrates 89th Foundation Day with CSR initiatives
Chennai, India: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a leading public sector bank, celebrated its 89th Foundation Day in Chennai, honoring the legacy of its esteemed founder, Shri M. Ct. M. Chidambaram Chettyar, who established the Bank on this day in 1937.
The celebrations commenced with a ceremonial garlanding of the Founder’s Statue by Managing Director &...
CSR News: Series of Programmes Launched Across the Country for Wetlands Conservation
Pune, India: EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) had launched a series of programs across the country on the occasion of World Wetlands Day. The initiative is part of the dedication of EY GDS to support the preservation of wetlands across India, highlighting the organization’s broader commitment toward environmental conservation.
To mark the event, around...