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Systems Thinking At Work
In my first piece in this three-part series, I introduced systems thinking and discussed why it is so relevant for the development sector and...
The Evolution: Indian Sports at a Global Arena
The term paradigm shift is an interesting one. If you considered a dictionary meaning then it will reveal a paradigm shift as a shift in direction of any business or strategy of a nation from the past for the betterment of future, or something along those lines. If we keep the year 2000 as a starting point, what is that moment when you felt Indian sport made that shift?
Google Earth Is Aiding Rural Students To Explore The World In The Classroom
We know that an education model is deemed effective when students are provided with ample opportunities to access interactive content, information in multiple formats...
Skilling India Through Combined Efforts
Creating opportunities for a million people, through skill training – this key initiative of Godrej Good & Green’s vision 2020 for enhancing livelihoods is...
6 Things The CEOs And Boards Must Know About Integrated Reporting
Businesses over time have realised that the conventional reporting is too complex, lacks relevance and wasn’t enabling the sufficient communication between businesses, stakeholders and investors. Traditional reporting has evolved to be more for regulators than for business itself.
The Livelihood Approach – Tackling Rural Development Holistically
Whilst India has experienced significant economic growth over the last 20 years, much of this wealth generation has been inequitable.
On one hand, we have...
Systems Thinking For Development
To make interventions in the development sector work, we need more than attitude, legislation and participation. We need effective strategies, efficient execution and robust measurements.
Big Data for Non-Profits
Digitisation and automation have altered the way organisations function at every step. Cloud storage, data analytics and digital technologies have made sharing of ideas,...
Flushing Wealth Down The Drain
In a follow up to his earlier article – “Wealth in your waste”, Anirban Ghosh, Chief Sustainability Officer, Mahindra Group shares the ways in...
Environmental Sensitivity Is An Integral Part Of Overall Business Strategy
According to the World Bank, India is emerging as a front runner in the global fight against climate change by consciously opting for solar...
‘Mission Eleven Million’ And Its Role To Change The Football Landscape Of India
India had arrived finally at the international football scene and would be rubbing shoulders with the big players of the world.
International Day For The Conservation Of The Mangrove Ecosystem
Mangroves ecosystem is rich in biodiversity located at the interface of land and sea in tropical regions. These help in ensuring food security for...