Business Ethics & Philanthropy

Farmer's Day, popularly referred to as Kisan Diwas, is observed nationwide on December 23 each year. This particular day is marked to show appreciation, thanks, and recognition for the contributions made by the nation's farmers. The day is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of the former Prime Minister of India Chaudhary Charan Singh,...

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability is the new space where businesses compete with one another. They are no longer merely voluntary activities that companies perform on the side, but are effective business tools that organisations use to gain favour from the market and their shareholders. CSR has become an integral part of every...

Once a homemaker in a village of Maharashtra’s Tirora, the transformation of Rewati Patle’s life is nothing less than a movie! Adani Foundation, which is known for its impactful CSR initiatives, has transformed the life of the 39-year-old in a way that she now beams with confidence and pride! Rewati's adept handling of technical aspects,...

The land where milk and honey flow freely, Chandigarh is the capital of the states of Punjab and Haryana. It has the distinction of being a Union Territory at the same time. Chandigarh was the dream city of India's first Prime Minister, Jawahar Lal Nehru. The expansive city was planned by the famous French...

The capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow is a historic city, located at the bank of river Gomti. Also known as the city of Tehzeeb, Lucknow is famous for its unique culture. The people of Lucknow are known for their polite mannerisms and their love for poetry, literature, art and food. The city’s historic roots...

In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India has disposed of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that asked for public and private sector oil companies to utilise their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds towards public transport. The PIL The PIL, filed by Dr. Sanjay Kulshretha from Tsunami on Roads NGO, has argued that in order...

Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), the Singrauli-based wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Limited has launched a CSR initiative named ‘Charak’. The Community Health initiative is aimed to benefit residents of coal mine areas of NCL’s headquarter Singrauli, serving as a ray of hope for people suffering from life threatening ailments. The health-centric scheme launched on...

Coal India Limited (CIL), the state-owned mining giant, has reported a significant investment of Rs 5,570 crore in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives over the past decade, according to Chairman P M Prasad. This substantial expenditure, revealed at the 3rd CIL CSR Conclave 2024, underscores the company's commitment to social development in its operational...

Neuroscience reveals that the younger generation possesses a remarkable capacity for divergent thinking, creativity and risk-taking—qualities that enable them to innovate and reimagine solutions (https://www.un.org/development/desa/youth/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2020/07/2020-World-Youth-Report-FULL-FINAL.pdf) for societal challenges. These qualities make the youth ideal candidates for entrepreneurship, particularly in tackling societal challenges through innovative solutions Yet, despite these strengths, only 17% of social enterprises globally...

HCL Technologies is a next-generation global technology company that helps enterprises reimagine their businesses for the digital age. The company builds sustainability principles and actions into its strategy, culture and day-to-day operations. HCL CSR aims to improve the lives of people around the planet, engaging our employees, clients, stakeholders and the communities we live...

The Himalayan state of Uttarakhand is famous across the country for the pilgrimage sites, beautiful and holy rivers and significance of spirituality. The state is also often in news for various natural calamities because of its tricky terrain and peculiar climate. Additionally, the state also has economic importance for its contribution to Agriculture and...

Delhi, as the capital city of India, holds a unique position on the national stage. As the political and economic epicentre of India, it offers a unique blend of opportunities and challenges, making it an ideal location for businesses aiming to create a positive impact on society. Additionally, Delhi's diverse population, encompassing affluence and poverty,...