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Ratan Tata

Ratan Tata Honoured with PV Narasimha Rao Memorial Award for his Philanthropy

Ratan Tata, the esteemed Indian industrialist and former chairman of Tata Sons, is not only renowned for his business acumen but also for his profound commitment to philanthropy. His philanthropic endeavors have left an indelible mark on society, touching countless lives and inspiring generations. Renowned for his unwavering commitment to social welfare and humanitarian causes,...
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Anand Mahindra Shares This Innovative Water-Saving Technique on X

Anand Mahindra, the esteemed chairman of the Mahindra Group, has sparked a dialogue regarding water conservation by sharing a video on social media that illustrates a clever method for reusing water from air conditioners. Known for his influential presence on various social platforms, Mr. Mahindra emphasized the significance of widespread adoption of this technique throughout...

Upholding Consumer Rights in India: Complicated, Uncomplicated or In-between? 

On World Consumer Right Day we delve into three case studies to understand the workings of consumer rights and redressal in India. Every year on March 15th, the world celebrates World Consumer Rights Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about consumer rights and advocating for fair practices in the marketplace. In India, this day...
National Vaccination Day

National Vaccination Day: Promoting Health, Equity, and Environmental Sustainability

Vaccination stands as a cornerstone of public health, serving as a formidable weapon against once-deadly diseases. Diseases like Polio and Smallpox, which once wreaked havoc on populations worldwide, have been significantly curtailed, if not eradicated entirely, thanks to widespread vaccination efforts. As we approach National Vaccination Day, an annual observance held on March 16th,...

Top CSR initiatives boosting digital literacy in India

National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM) is a campaign that aims to digitally educate at least one member of every family in rural areas. From 2014 to 2016, two Schemes titled ‘National Digital Literacy Mission’ (NDLM) and ‘Digital Saksharta Abhiyan’ (DISHA) were implemented by the Government of India with a target to train 52.50 lakh...
Rivers in India

India’s Lost Rivers: A Call to Action on International Day for Action for Rivers

Rivers are the lifeblood of civilizations, nurturing cultures, ecosystems, and economies. In India, rivers hold a sacred place in the hearts of its people, symbolizing purity, fertility, and spirituality. However, in the past centuries, India has lost several of its rivers, altering landscapes and impacting the lives of millions. The disappearance of significant rivers like...

Jharkhand launches schemes to boost higher education

With an aim to boost higher education in the state, Jharkhand’s new Chief Minister Champai Soren has launched two schemes this week. The CM announced Manki Munda Scholarship and the Guruji Student Credit Card, which are aimed at reducing the financial obstacles on the way to students accessing higher education in the state. The...
Udaipur

Top CSR Projects in Udaipur

Udaipur, also known as the city of lakes was dubbed as the most romantic spot on the continent of India by a British Administrator, James Todd. The city is famous for its tourism and is also considered to be a popular destination for weddings, thus attracting the hospitality industry. The city also has a...
Bengaluru Water Crisis

Bengaluru’s Water Crisis Deepens: Residents Seek Solutions Amid Escalating Shortages

Bengaluru, often lauded as the Silicon Valley of India, is confronting an increasingly dire water crisis that threatens the daily lives of its approximately 14 million inhabitants. As the scarcity of water worsens, residents from all walks of life are compelled to explore alternative strategies to cope with the unfolding crisis. The specter of the...

Thepackersmovers: Strengthening NGOs Across India

Thepackersmovers has disrupted the moving industry as the platform bridges the gap between customers looking to shift and reliable moving companies. We believe that not even a single customer should encounter fraudulent moving companies that can harm them and damage their belongings. We have a strong network of more than 5,000 moving companies across...

Coal India’s latest CSR initiatives focus on Education and Healthcare

Union Minister for Coal, Mines & Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi launched new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives of Coal India Limited in an event held at Ministry of Coal in Delhi on Friday. Amrit Lal Meena, Secretary, Coal (through video conferencing), Rupinder Brar, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Senior Ministry officials, officials of CIL, NLCIL,...
Corporate Philanthropy

India’s Top 10 Philanthropists of 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of Indian philanthropy, the year 2023 witnessed significant growth and transformation. Twenty-five new entrants joined the ranks of esteemed benefactors, enriching the philanthropic community with their unwavering commitment to social causes. The impressive count of 119 eminent philanthropists now stands as a testament to their collective impact. These magnanimous individuals, driven by compassion and a...

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