Empowering Women at Maha Kumbh 2025: A Platform for Livelihood and Inclusivity
Prayagraj, Dec 7 : The upcoming Maha Kumbh, slated to be held in January 2025 on the sacred banks of the Triveni Sangam, is shaping up to be more than…
Odisha’s CSR Funds from Oil PSUs Dip Sharply After Dharmendra Pradhan’s Exit from Petroleum Ministry
New Delhi, Dec 7 : A parliamentary question raised this week appears to have inadvertently revealed how public sector undertakings (PSUs) often shift focus from projects when ministerial leadership changes.…
Isha Foundation Files ₹3 Crore Defamation Suit Against Nakkheeran in Delhi High Court
New Delhi, Dec 2 : Isha Foundation, led by spiritual leader Jaggi Vasudev, has approached the Delhi High Court seeking the removal of allegedly defamatory videos posted by Tamil media…
Strengthening Water Supply in Mining Villages through CSR: DDC
Jharkhand, Dec 01 : Under the chairmanship of Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) Dileshwar Mahato, a review meeting on industry and CSR initiatives was held on Saturday, involving company representatives and…
Bhopal Gas Tragedy: NGOs Petition SC for Higher Compensation for Cancer, Kidney Disorder Victims
Bhopal, Nov 30 : In a move to secure enhanced compensation for victims of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy suffering from cancer and kidney disorders, several NGOs have approached the Supreme…
CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Launches 168 Crib Centres for Construction Workers’ Children
Dehradun, Nov 30 : Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated 168 crib centres for the children of registered construction workers. At a program held at the CM’s Camp Office on…
Zambian NGOs Raise Concerns Over Proposed NGO Bill of 2024
Zambia, Nov 29 : Civil society organizations in Zambia have voiced strong opposition to the newly proposed NGO Bill of 2024, which they argue imposes restrictive controls and threatens the…
Telangana Declines ₹100-Crore Adani Donation Amid Criticism and Controversy
Hyderabad : Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has announced that the state government will not accept the ₹100-crore CSR donation from the Adani Group for the establishment of the Young…
PM Modi Applauds Hyderabad’s Food4Thought Foundation for Library Initiatives
Hyderabad, Nov 25 : During the 116th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised libraries as hubs of creativity and highlighted the Hyderabad-based Food4Thought Foundation…
CCPA Drafting New Rules to Curb Surrogate Advertising Through CSR Initiatives
New Delhi, Nov 21 : The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) is formulating regulations to prevent businesses from using corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities to indirectly promote restricted products like…
Vedanta’s Anil Agarwal Foundation Allocates ₹437 Crore to CSR Initiatives in FY24
NEW Delhi, Nov 21 : Vedanta’s Anil Agarwal Foundation invested ₹437 crore in CSR initiatives during FY24, as detailed in its annual Social Impact Compendium, ‘Nurturing, Transforming, Leading: India’s Growth…
STAIRS Foundation Postpones DAD 10K Run to March 2025 Due to Air Quality Concerns
New Delhi : The STAIRS Foundation, a National Sports Promotion Organization recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, has announced the rescheduling of the Delhi Against Drugs (DAD)…
“One person, many important positions” Name Dr. Meenesh Shah, Acting Chairman, NDDB!
NEW DELHI : Today, we introduce you to Dr. Meenesh Shah, the Acting Chairman of India’s largest dairy cooperative, the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), who has now also taken…
FCRA Licenses of NGOs to Be Revoked for Involvement in Religious Conversion, Anti-Development Activities: MHA
NEW DELHI : The Union Home Ministry has announced that NGOs engaging in activities that threaten national interests—such as religious conversion, instigating protests, or connections to terrorism—will have their FCRA…
Aspirational Blocks National Conference: Driving Rural Development Through Cooperative Economic Models, Hosted by CNRI
The ‘Aspirational Blocks National Conference’ focuses on a cooperative approach to development, aimed at transforming identified “Aspirational Blocks” based on Human Development Indicators (HDIs) like health, education, and livelihoods. This…
Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC & Others
New Delhi : The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, offers scholarships to support the educational journey of students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and children of parents…
NGO Report Highlights ‘Pathetic’ State of Gurgaon Night Shelters
Gurgaon : A recent report by the Delhi-based NGO Centre for Holistic Development reveals alarming conditions at night shelters managed by the Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG), noting they fall…
MP Urges NTPC to Release ₹121.7 Crore CSR Funds for IIIT Nuzvid
Hyderabad : A Member of Parliament has formally requested that the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) dedicate ₹121.7 crore from its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to the Indian Institute…
Udaipur MP Dr. Mannalal Rawat Meets Anurag Thakur to Address Pollution and CSR Issues in Jawar Mines
New Delhi : Udaipur MP Dr. Mannalal Rawat met Anurag Thakur, Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Coal, Mines, and Steel, in New Delhi to discuss the rising pollution in…
NGOs Required to Update Key Personnel Changes within 45 Days under New FCRA Guidelines
New Delhi : The central government has issued new directives for NGOs. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has instructed all non-governmental organizations registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act…
Final Call for SBI Asha Scholarship 2024: Apply Online at sbifashascholarship.org – Check Eligibility, Benefits & More
New Delhi : The SBI Foundation is nearing the closing date for applications to its prestigious Asha Scholarship program, with the registration deadline set for October 31. Eligible students can…
Lodha Family Donates ₹20,000 Crore to Philanthropy
New Delhi : Abhishek Lodha and his family are transferring a significant portion of their stake in Macrotech Developers to the Lodha Philanthropy Foundation, inspired by the Tata Trusts. This…
Streamlined CSR Filings for FY 2023-24: MCA Implements Companies (Accounts) Amendment Rules, 2024
New Delhi : On September 24, 2024, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) issued the Companies (Accounts) Amendment Rules, 2024, under G.S.R. 587(E), amending the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014. These…
Insights from Sattva’s CSR Report 2024: Key Trends Shaping India’s Social Impact Landscape
The latest CSR data reveals how India Inc. is contributing to sustainable growth and equitable development. Here are some highlights: 1️⃣ Education and healthcare lead with over 50% of funds,…
Friedrich Naumann Foundation’s German Delegation Visits Delhi MSMEs to Assess Opportunities and Challenges
New Delhi : A high-level delegation, led by Frank Muller-Rosentritt (Member of Parliament, Free Democratic Party, Germany) and Dr. Carsten Klein (Head of the Regional Office, FNF South Asia), along…
2024 Batch of Reliance Foundation Young Champs Sees 13 Players Join ISL Clubs
Mumbai : The 2024 batch of Reliance Foundation Young Champs (RFYC) academy is set to embark on their professional football careers, with 13 graduates signing contracts with clubs in the…
The application process for internship opportunities under the PM Internship Scheme is now LIVE!
New Delhi : The application process for the prestigious PM Internship Scheme has officially gone live! This is a golden opportunity for ambitious and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to…
Over 1.55 Lakh Applicants Register for PM Internship Scheme through CSR Contribution in Just 24 Hours
New Delhi : The Prime Minister Internship Scheme, launched by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has attracted over 1.55 lakh applications within just two days, surpassing its initial target of…
Union Minister of Jal Shakti Announces 5th National Water Awards: Odisha Takes First Prize, Uttar Pradesh Secures Second
New Delhi : The Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation (DoWR, RD & GR) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti has announced the winners for the 5th…
IDF Unveils Data-Driven Framework to Distinguish Skill and Chance in Online Gaming at India Gaming Convention 2024
New Delhi : The India Development Foundation (IDF), a non-profit research organization, has launched a pioneering report titled “Modeling the Role of Skill in Online Games” at the India Gaming…
Manjari Foundation and GBPUAT Join Hands for Sustainable Farming
Pantnagar (Uttarakhand) : In a significant move to uplift regional farmers, Manjari Foundation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GBPUAT, Pantnagar. The MoU was signed by Mr. Sanjay, Executive…
Smita Thackeray and Sri Sri Tulsiji Maharaj Inaugurate the International Samudra Mahaarti Foundation
Mumbai : The ISMA Foundation unveiled its mission, vision, and logo during an impactful ceremony in Mumbai. The event was inaugurated by Ma Tulsi Pithadhishwar Sri Sri Tulsiji Maharaj, alongside…
13% Surge in CSR Spending Highlights Growing Commitment to Social Impact- Sattva Consulting
Bengaluru : According to the State of CSR Report 2024, there has been a 13% increase in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending, with total allocations reaching ₹29,000 crore for the…
Yamuna Authority Launches Unique Ashram Scheme for Elderly, Widows, and Special Needs Children; NGOs Invited to Apply
Greater Noida: Yamuna Authority has announced a socially important scheme, under which ashrams will be set up for the elderly, widows and children with special needs. The scheme will be…
Redmatter Wins Bronze for Best CSR Campaign at e4m Maverick Awards
Hyderabad, India : Redmatter Marketing Agency has made a significant impact in the industry by winning a national award at the Exchange4media (e4m) Maverick Awards 2024, held at the Four…
Biological E’s CSR Division Introduces Mobile Healthcare Service
Hyderabad :The Datla Foundation, the CSR arm of Biological E Limited, has teamed up with the Impact Guru Foundation (IGF) to introduce the ‘Care on Wheels’ (CoW) program in Genome…
CMD of NHPC sends off bikers to launch the ‘Shiksha Rath 7.0’ as part of their CSR initiative.
Faridabad : R. K. Chaudhary, CMD, NHPC flagged off bikers of ‘Samaarambh Foundation’ from NHPC Corporate Office, Faridabad on 6th October 2024 as part of NHPC’s CSR initiative ‘Shiksha Rath…
Govt Launches PM Internship Scheme: 1.25 Lakh Opportunities for FY 2024-25
New Delhi : On Thursday, the government initiated the pilot phase of the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme, aiming to provide 1.25 lakh internship opportunities during the fiscal year 2024-25. This…
World Wide Web Foundation to Close Operations: Key Highlights from Their Announcement
The World Wide Web Foundation, established by Tim Berners-Lee in 2009, has announced it will be winding down after 15 years of commitment to making the internet more accessible, affordable,…
Tata Steel Foundation Honored at 2024 Bridgestone Mobility Awards
Jamshedpur: The Tata Steel Foundation in Jamshedpur has received a Jury Commendation at the Bridgestone Mobility Social Impact Awards (MSIA) 2024. This initiative by Bridgestone India aims to promote safe…
India Reduces Deadline for Submitting CSR-2 Return: MCA Notification
New Delhi : The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has tightened corporate social responsibility (CSR) compliance in India by shortening the deadline for submitting CSR returns. Companies must now file…
Anil Agarwal Foundation Wins Mahatma Award 2024 for CSR Excellence
New Delhi : The Anil Agarwal Foundation, the philanthropic wing of Vedanta Limited, has been awarded the ‘Mahatma Award 2024 for CSR Excellence.’ The ceremony took place at the India…
IWA and CEPT University’s CWAS Sign MoU to Enhance Water Management Collaboration
Ahmedabad : The International Water Association (IWA) and the Center for Water and Sanitation (CWAS) of the CEPT Research and Development Foundation (CRDF) at CEPT University have signed a Memorandum…
Smile Foundation Named Best Organization of the Year for CSR Implementation
New Delhi: Smile Foundation has been honored with the “Best Organisation of the Year in CSR Implementation” award at the Bharat CSR & Sustainability Conclave for its iTrain on Wheels…
Jindal Steel & Power Receives CSR Journal Excellence Award 2024 for Outstanding Contributions to Sports
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) : Leading steel manufacturer Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) has received the esteemed CSR Journal Excellence Award 2024 for its significant contributions to promoting and developing sports in…
Something is Brewing at NDDB, the Nation’s Largest Milk Producers’ Organization!
New Delhi : Concerns are mounting within the country’s largest milk production organization, the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB). Over the past few years, NDDB has been losing credibility, a…
Merck Foundation Celebrates World Heart Day 2024 with Initiatives for Health Awareness
Mumbai : Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, celebrated World Heart Day 2024 in collaboration with Africa’s First Ladies, health ministries, medical societies, and academia through their…
Home Ministry Extends FCRA Registration Validity for NGOs Until December 31
New Delhi: The Union Home Ministry has announced an extension of FCRA registration validity for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with pending renewal applications until December 31. The notice cautioned that NGOs…
Adani Foundation to Take Over Private High School in Chandrapur, Maharashtra
Chandrapur : The Adani Foundation will assume management of Mount Carmel Convent School in Ghugus, Maharashtra, following a government resolution that transfers oversight of nine schools. Mumbai: The Adani Foundation,…
The Centre has urged NGOs to promote awareness of senior citizens’ rights during the International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) celebrations
NEW DELHI: The government has requested NGOs to increase awareness of senior citizens’ rights through banners and displays for the International Day of Older Persons (IDOP) celebrations on October 1.…
