The CSR Journal

On the occasion of National Cancer Awareness Day — observed annually in India on November 7 — we are putting the spotlight on the corporates running CSR programmes for increased awareness about cancer prevention and early detection. The overall survival of Indian patients with cancer is about 30% lower than the developed countries and...

India plays a very significant role in the global IT supply chain. The share of the IT sector in the GDP of the country has been consistently increasing for the last many years. IT services companies of India are recognised across the world for their innovative solutions and efficient operations. This provides a lot...

Tomorrow marks the 2021 International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict. Despite the protection afforded by several important legal instruments, the environment continues to be the silent victim of armed conflicts worldwide. The toll of warfare today reaches far beyond human suffering, displacement and damage to homes...

As the country begins its recovery after the devastating second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, Diwali 2021 brings about a new hope among the people of India, to mark an end to the bleak times and welcome new light and opportunities. Keeping alive this hope are Indian companies and non-profits, which are launching various...

The rise in climate consciousness among Indian companies is evident from the growing number of those committed to the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi). By 2020, 52 companies have committed to it, with a significant growth of more than 37% over 2019, according to the CDP, not-for-profit that runs the global disclosure system for...

Air pollution is considered the world's largest environmental health threat2, with, according to the WHO, 93% of children breathing polluted air every day. In a bid to raise awareness of the devastating health impact of this ‘invisible crisis’ and show what is possible, nasal health expert Otrivin has launched the Otrivin Air Bubble, a unique educational architecture, using biotechnology to...

Indian is an agriculture based country, where more than 50% of population is depending on agriculture to be their main source of income. This gives a lot of scope for the growth and development of the food-processing industry in the country. The food-processing industry in India is a sunrise sector that has gained prominence in...

Recognising that climate change is a global concern, big pharma is taking action at a global level. Pharmaceutical corporations are already working on initiatives to reduce carbon emissions across their own operations and value chains, invest in renewable electricity and energy efficiency measures, recycle and cut water use and on bespoke projects which will...

33 marginalised families in Maharashtra will celebrate Diwali in their new homes thanks to an energy-efficient housing project designed by housing non-profit Habitat for Humanity India in partnership with SELCO Foundation. 8 homeowners hailing from Vangani (Thane district) have at least one visually impaired person while 25 families belong to the tribal community in...

Larsen & Toubro’s Chairman Mr. AM Naik has been ranked India’s most generous corporate leader in a prestigious list of India’s leading philanthropists in 2021, released by Hurun India and Edelgive. Commenting on the announcement Mr Naik said: “Featuring in the list is an affirmation of what I am doing as part of community service....

In a bid to provide shelter and education to 300 girl children who have lost parents (either one or both) to the Covid-19 pandemic, a special campus is being developed in Bettakote gram panchayat, located on the outskirts of Bengaluru city. As part of the CSR initiative — a joint effort by Fairfax Financial Holdings...

With Diwali round the corner, immersive creative learning platform unlu has launched a 2-week campaign to provide free learning classes to aspiring creators from underprivileged backgrounds. The campaign will provide them with an opportunity to learn from top celebrity instructors, connect with talent, create impactful content and empower their careers. Committed to accelerating the learning...