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A majority of information technology (IT) and financial service sector companies in India are investing in education and employable skills, when it comes to the mandatory spend on corporate social responsibility (CSR), says a report by Nasscom Foundation. Key to social issues “About half the companies (70) interviewed have spent more than 70% of their CSR...

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday asked corporates to adopt arm’s length approach while taking up CSR activities and not pursue proposals to subserve their own ends. “I must say that in last 2-3 years it (CSR spending) has begun well. It has begun well because in the very initial years in the government we...

The election season is here. While many of you may be selecting your candidate, some of you may be keen on choosing the None of The Above (NOTA) option while casting your vote. But before you exercise your franchise as NOTA, know some essential details about it and then vote wisely. The provision of NOTA...

In The CSR Journal Opinion Poll, we spoke to Himanshu Jain, Asia & Indian Sub, Sealed Air and Dr Ravikant Singh, Founder, Doctors For You. We talk about BMC Elections, how health and sanitation still remains a major to be addressed and responsible voting can bring a change for the better these elections. Thank you...

While speaking to The CSR Journal, Rajan Samuel, MD, Habitat for Humanity India talks about infrastructure and cleanliness or the lack of it in Mumbai. "We need to put the money to good use," Samuel mentioned in The CSR Journal Opinion Poll. Thank you for watching the interview until the very end. We appreciate the time you...

The CSR Journal Opinion Poll brings to you the thoughts of Neera Nundy, Founding Partner, Dasra. She talks about the power the Municipal Corporation holds; and can bring social change, addressing social issues in our society. During her conversation, she highlights the role of the individual in the system and how the lack of...

NEW DELHI: Most of the top listed companies are becoming more responsible but there is room for large entities to play a more substantial leadership role in ensuring that economic growth is accompanied by social progress, says a report. The conclusions are based on an index developed by non- profit group Oxfam India along with...

An important part about voting is that you choose the right candidate by thinking what and how will your vote add value. In The CSR Journal Opinion Poll, we bring to the views and opinions of prominent personals, which can help you make a better choice. Speaking to The CSR Journal, Dr Lalit Kanodia, Chairman,...

Education is one of the basic human rights that needs to be provided by all nations. It is important to note that education is for life and learning is life-long as it creates equal opportunities for all. According to Gandhi, “by education I mean an all-round drawing out of the best in child and...

Rakesh Jain, Chairman, Navi Mumbai Committee, Indian Merchants' Chamber talks about the lack of transparency in Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation in The CSR Journal Opinion Poll. He suggests that a total transparency should exist between the elected and administrative representatives; so that people in Mumbai can have better facilities. While, Anant Singhania, CEO, JK Enterprises talks...

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India today revealed the findings of a study to evaluate the implementation of the ‘Film Rule’, under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA). The study finds that these messages, when properly implemented, are effective in countering imagery of tobacco with warnings about tobacco’s...

Prominent Bollywood personalities such as Subhash Ghai, Jackie Shroff, Gulshan Grover and Satish Kaushik along with Padma Shri winner Piyush Pandey appeal to the public to vote for the BMC polls. Thank you for watching the interview until the very end. We appreciate the time you have given us. In addition, your thoughts and inputs will genuinely...