The CSR TIMES Awards 2025: A JURY’S PERSPECTIVE
Over the past decade, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has evolved remarkably— from sporadic acts of corporate goodwill to a legally mandated mechanism, and now towards becoming a powerful force in nation-building. It’s no surprise, then, that the theme of the CSR Times Awards 2025, “The Role of CSR in Mission Viksit Bharat by […]
PR Professionals launches #IOwnGurugram, A Community-Led Initiative for a Better Gurugram
11th September 2025: On the occasion of its 14th Foundation Day, PR Professionals (PRP), a leading integrated communications firm and the flagship of the PRP Group, launched #IOwnGurugram, a community-led civic responsibility campaign aimed at inspiring citizens, corporates, and communities to take proactive ownership of the city’s well-being. While Gurugram, known as the Millennium City, […]
Bisleri International, LAHDC, and Ladakh Marathon Restore a 12 Lakh Litre Water Reservoir in Ladakh’s Nubra Valley
10th September 2025: Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water company, inaugurated the third reservoir, restored in Nubra Valley, Ladakh, under its flagship initiative, Project Nayi Umeed. The reservoir, with a capacity to hold nearly 12 lakh (or 1.2 million) litres of water, has been repaired and restored to ensure a reliable irrigation supply for […]
Panel Discussion: ROLE OF CSR IN MISSION VIKSIT BHARAT BY 2047
The panel discussion on “Role of CSR in Mission Viksit Bharat by 2047” convened eminent leaders from industry and social sectors to deliberate on how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) can be a transformative force in realizing India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. The session, moderated by Dr. Somnath Singh, provided critical insights […]
Samsung Innovation Campus Will Expand Six-Fold to Train 20,000 Indian Students in Future-Tech Domains During 2025
10th September 2025: Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced a major expansion of its flagship CSR programme, Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC), reaffirming its commitment to empowering India’s youth with future-ready skills while supporting the Government’s vision of Digital India and Skill India. The skilling programme, will expand to 10 states this year, up […]
Panel Discussion: ROLE OF CSR IN MISSION VIKSIT BHARAT BY 2047
The panel discussion on “Role of CSR in Mission Viksit Bharat by 2047” convened eminent leaders from industry and social sectors to deliberate on how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) can be a transformative force in realizing India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. The session, moderated by Dr. Somnath Singh, provided critical insights […]
CBM India and SBI Foundation Launch New Initiative to Empower 200 Children with Disabilities in Madhya Pradesh
10th September 2025: CBM India, in partnership with SBI Foundation, announced the launch of a three-year project to provide educational and therapeutic support to 200 children with disabilities in the Narmadapuram district of Madhya Pradesh. The project was officially inaugurated recently in Narmadapuram. The project is implemented by CBM India under SBI Foundation’s Centre of […]
Mirae Asset Foundation & Times Employ India Foundation equip underprivileged youth with industry-ready skills through the ‘Employability Linked Skill Training’ initiative
9th September 2025: Mirae Asset Foundation (MAF), established in 2018 as the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of Mirae Asset Financial Group in India, partnered with Times Employ India Foundation to deliver its ‘Employability Linked Skill Training’ initiative, awarding 100% scholarships to 177 young people from economically weaker sections (including 54 young women). The programme developed […]
Panel Discussion: ROLE OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURS AND ORGANISATIONS IN NATION BUILDING
As India ascends the ranks to become the third-largest economy in the world, it faces a paradox: impressive GDP growth coexists with underwhelming performance in key social development areas. During the recently concluded 12th National CSR Summit, the panel discussion on the “Role of Social Entrepreneurs and Organisations in Nation Building,” moderated by Mr. K […]
GLOBAL CSR & ESG REGULATORY TRENDS (2025): A NEW ERA OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND IMPACT
The year 2025 has emerged as a watershed moment for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations worldwide. With climate risks intensifying, investor expectations rising, and public scrutiny sharpening, governments across continents are moving from voluntary frameworks to mandatory compliance regimes. This global shift is redefining how businesses operate, disclose, and […]