Organic Farming for a Greener Tomorrow: Vanrai and KVP Lead a Rural Revolution
In the heartland of Maharashtra, a quiet but powerful green revolution is reshaping the lives of thousands of farmers. At the forefront of this movement is Krushi Vikas Pratisthan (KVP), backed by the Vanrai Foundation and guided by the visionary leadership of Dr. Girish Gandhi. Their mission: to empower farmers through sustainable, organic farming that […]
Green Tech for Good: How PSUs Are Using Innovation for Sustainable CSR
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in India are going green—and in a big way. From solar-powered street lights in remote villages to smart irrigation systems for farmers, these government-backed companies are showing how technology can be a powerful tool for social good. The best part? They’re doing it not just as a form of Corporate Social […]
Carbon Emission Amendment – India Perspective
As the global community grapples with the growing urgency of climate change, countries like India find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. The challenge lies in sustaining economic development while simultaneously taking decisive action to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Being the third-largest carbon emitter in absolute terms, yet maintaining one of the lowest per capita emissions […]
Public vs Private CSR: Who Leads the Way in Impact and Innovation?
The Evolution of CSR in India In 2013, India became the first country in the world to legally mandate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through the Companies Act, making it compulsory for certain companies to contribute 2% of their average net profits towards social development. More than a decade since its enforcement, CSR has become an […]
Healing at the Grassroots: Muthoot Finance’s CSR Blueprint for a Healthier India
In a vast and diverse nation like India, quality healthcare remains an uphill battle for many, particularly in rural and marginalised segments of society. This is an action area where the corporates can step up with responsibility to fill in the gaps. On the sideline of World Health Day, it is necessary to appreciate the […]
CSR Mandate and the PSU Approach: Compliance or Commitment?
“It is time to ask not just how much was spent, but how much was changed.” India made history in 2013 by becoming the first country in the world to legally mandate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through Section 135 of the Companies Act. Since then, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) have been […]
Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda takes charge as SAIL’s Director (Finance)
2nd May 2025: Dr. Ashok Kumar Panda has taken charge as Director (Finance) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) on April 30, 2025. Dr. Panda began his career at SAIL in 1992 as a Management Trainee. During his career, Dr. Panda has worked in various capacities across various Plants and Units of SAIL. Widely regarded for his financial & technical knowledge and proactive approach, his expertise spans financial accounting, costing & budgeting, […]
