Education and Skill Training

From rural India, here comes a promising indicator of progress towards an inclusive environment. According to a report conducted by the Development Intelligence Unit (DIU), a collaboration between Transform Rural India and Sambodhi Research and Communications Pvt. Ltd., parents from rural communities firmly believe that a child's gender, whether a boy or a girl,...

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...

Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives are majorly focused on education in India after healthcare. Talking about Corporate Social Responsibility in education, a total of 31 Naveen Swami Atmanand School buildings in Chhattisgarh are currently undergoing renovation with the support of CSR funds. The initiative has been supported by the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) through their...

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...

In a bid to combat dropout rates due to socio-economic issues while pursuing higher education and to cater to the increasing demand of skilled human resources in the industry, the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education (MSBTE) has come up with a unique ‘Learn while Earn’ scheme which will allow eligible less privileged youths...

The state government has launched a scheme provide necessary educational facilities to the undergraduate students who have been affected by the ongoing tension at Manipur. A lot of students have been displaced and their family members killed ever since clashes began in the state in May this year. To ensure students’ access to education...

In a first, Gumla, a backward aspirational district of Jharkhand now boasts of a 400-seat library dedicated exclusively to women! The library boasts of a collection of over 7000 books and is also equipped with a computer hall and seven discussion rooms. Not only members who are coming to read books, the library will...

In today's hyper-connected world, safeguarding sensitive information and protecting digital assets has become paramount. As businesses continue to rely on technology, the demand for skilled cyber security professionals is at an all-time high. Among them, the role of a cyber security manager takes center stage.  This blog post will delve into the cyber security job...

Proper nutrition is of utmost importance for the optimal growth and development of children. During the early years of life, when rapid physical and cognitive development takes place, adequate nutrition plays a vital role in shaping their overall well-being. Essential nutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals are necessary for the proper...

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $300 million (Rs 2460 crore) loan to help expand and improve the quality of education in government-run schools in Chhattisgarh. The project aims to benefit about 40 lakh students from underprivileged communities in the state. The World Bank has also approved a loan of $200...

Kanpur is the largest city in Uttar Pradesh. From being one of the most important stations during the British Raj to becoming the industrial capital of UP, Kanpur has always maintained its position as a hub for commercial activity. Kanpur is divided into two districts - Kanpur Nagar and Kanpur Dehat. In FY2020-21, the two...

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) along with its associated entities has raised a whopping Rs. 231 crore in funding from alumni, industry and individual donors during the FY 2022-23. This is the highest amount of funding raised in one financial year by the Institute. The fundraising has recorded a growth of 76 per...