Global Stories
New UN Report on pandemic response in South-East Asia backs green recovery packages
The United Nations has commended governments in South-East Asia for acting swiftly to stem the most serious health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. Robust...
CSR is key COVID-19 response for businesses in Dubai, survey finds
Businesses in Dubai investing in corporate social responsibility were able to respond more effectively to new challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to...
Applied Materials expands on ESG scope with series of 10-year initiatives
In a keynote address at the 50th annual SEMICON West, Applied Materials, Inc. president and CEO Gary Dickerson unveiled how the company is expanding...
Engaging businesses to tackle marine plastic waste
In every marine and coastal environment on earth, plastic litter threatens the environment, human health, and business. The threat has been exacerbated by a...
World’s first hypertension awareness symbol launched in India
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease, stroke and kidney disease. The condition is directly responsible for...
Nelson Mandela International Day 2020: He was an Exemplary Citizen
The man who liberated his nation from racial apartheid is also perhaps the model for Citizen Social Responsibility (CSR) whose values live on, seven...
Young Leaders Initiative by BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry spans 5 nations
With a vision to nurture and empower young leaders and entrepreneurs, the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) has launched a BRICS CCI...
Tony Blair Institute launches online global citizenship education programme
Over 60% of students globally have been affected by school closures as a result of COVID 19, prompting The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change launched a...
Sundar Pichai announces Google’s $10 Billion fund for India’s digital economy
Google CEO Sundar Pichai on July 13 announced a $10 billion GoogleForIndia Digitisation Fund. Under the fund, Google will invest roughly Rs 75,000 crore...
Indian battalion wins UNIFIL Environment Award in Lebanon
The Indian army has made India proud overseas today. UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Stefano Del Col handed out the...
First sustainability and CSR performance report from GP Global
GP Global, a global diversified conglomerate today announced the launch of its first Sustainability Report, demonstrating its commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes across its...
3M Impact Local is peak skills-based employee volunteerism
3M, a global science company, has taken a unique approach to employee volunteerism, and called the social initiative 3M Impact. This is employee-inspired and...