Agriculture & Rural Development

In a major achievement towards sanitation in rural India, at least 75% of the nation’s villages have achieved ODF Plus status under Phase II of Swachh Bharat Mission – Grameen, as declared by Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. An ODF Plus village is one which has sustained its Open Defecation Free (ODF)...

United Breweries Limited (UBL) marked a significant milestone by hosting a farmer-centric engagement event for barley farmers associated with the company in and around Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. UBL recognizes the intrinsic connection between the brewing industry and the environment, as our products rely heavily on crops and water as primary raw materials. With a commitment...

Delhi, as the capital city of India, holds a unique position on the national stage. In the financial year 2022, the Union Territory of Delhi garnered an impressive Rs. 1,158 Crores in CSR funding from 2,089 companies, solidifying its position as a preferred destination for corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in India. Delhi's appeal...

Mumbai, 8 August 2023 – The CSR Journal is delighted to announce the official opening of applications for The CSR Journal Excellence Awards 2023, a momentous event commemorating a decade of dedicated efforts in advancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India. Corporations across the nation are invited to participate in this prestigious event and...

Since 2015, National Handloom Day is observed on 7th August every year with the aim of encouraging artisans and craftsmen, who are keeping India’s rich tradition of artistry and craftsmanship alive. Dating back to 1905, the Swadeshi Movement was launched on 7th August, which had encouraged indigenous industries, particularly handloom weavers. This year marks the...

Reliance Industries Limited. (RIL) has been one of the largest companies in India for the better part of the last two decades. It leads the corporate world in net profits every year. As CSR in India is mandatory as per the Companies Act 2013, The CSR Journal in its #LetsTalkCSR series is evaluating the...

Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, with significant implications for the agriculture sector. In India, where agriculture plays a vital role in the economy and the sustenance of millions of people, the need for climate-friendly agricultural practices has become increasingly important. Fortunately, several agri companies...

Last week, the highly anticipated ‘The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World’ (SOFI) report for 2023 shed light on the urgent need to address the interplay between food systems, urbanisation, and diets. While India stands at a critical juncture given its growing food insecurity and an urban expansion marked by distinct...

India is mid-way through the G20 presidency and has been tasked with significant work in the key areas of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), two areas of special mention are SDG 5 – Gender equality and SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth. These SDGs recognize the importance of empowering women to achieve gender equality...

The very name “Darjeeling” conjures images of a picture-perfect hill station, quietly nestled at the foot of the Himalayas. Darjeeling is a tourist hotspot in the State of West Bengal. It is also known as the 'Queen of the Hills'. The city provides a splendid view of Kanchenjunga, the third-highest mountain on the planet....

Blessed with natural beauty and organic resources, Meghalaya has the largest variety of orchids among all the states. It is famous for rare medicinal plants, spices and fruit varieties. It has a predominantly agrarian economy with a significant commercial forestry industry. The state is also geographically rich in minerals and has the potential for...

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...