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CELEBRATING THE ELDERLY ON THE 1ST OF OCTOBER

The 1st of October every year marks The International Day of Older Persons. This day dates back to 1990 and has its origins in the United Nations General Assembly resolution that was adopted in that year. Subsequently, it was first observed in the year 1991, with the aim of raising an awareness of the challenges and issues that are faced by older persons all across the world. The United Nations has declared the present decade from 2021-2030 ad the Decade of Healthy Ageing. The promotion and protection of the rights of older individuals coupled with mobilizing advocates to champion their cause and their rights is a prime focus of this platform. With elder abuse on the rise, living with dignity

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Pointers for Pollution: Control on the Individual and Corporate Agenda

With the dawning of a National and Global realization of the need for cleanliness, pollution control assumes a sharp focus in individual and corporate agendas. The disastrous effects of pollution can be curbed and prevented by taking a few key conscious and educated steps by individuals as well as corporations. The concept of pollution prevention revolves around the focal point of eliminating or doing away with the creation of pollutants. It broadly translates into either not creating waste which is a challenging and tall ask or refining our actions to create minimal waste. We could also limit energy consumption. It is an acknowledged fact that industries, commerce, and institutions create a majority of pollutants. So, what then are a few

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COMBATTING E-WASTE WITH RECYCLING

Electronic or e-waste is made up of discarded electric appliances. A study reveals that 50-60 million tons of e-waste are generated each year, which makes up only 2-3%of the annual global waste. Although the percentage is small, it is large enough to cause considerable damage to human health and the environment.  This type of waste is a potential hazard much riskier than all other types of waste combined. The toxic materials present in e-waste namely, lead, beryllium, and cadmium, once exposed to strong UV radiation or corrosion because of physical or chemical reasons are capable of releasing toxic materials into the atmosphere.  These toxins can find their way into the soil, water, and water bodies causing serious health concerns for

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WHAT’S THE BUZZ? CSR IN 2023

Business operations in modern times have CSR deeply embedded in their work ethos. CSR has emerged as a valuable proposition in promoting sustainable development and a beneficial influence on stakeholders and the business environment. So, what have been some key focus areas in CSR 2023? Environmental sustainability has occupied a major chunk of the corporate mindscape. Businesses globally are concerned about environmental sustainability as a practice. Sustainable and eco-friendly practices have assumed priority in 2023. Companies surely and firmly are determined to etch their low carbon footprints. In a bid to support this objective, they have embarked on waste reduction, switching over and adopting renewable energy sources, working towards climate actions, promoting circular economy principles, and much more. A cleaner

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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA CELEBRATED BY ROYAL CONNAUGHT BOAT CLUB, PUNE

International Day of Yoga celebrated by Royal Connaught Boat Club, Pune Royal Connaught Boat Club (RCBC) organized a special program to mark International Yoga Day, the theme of the event was Yoga for Humanity. The program was led by Founder of Jal Dindi Pratishthan and Hon. Secretary RCBC Dr. Vishwas Yewale with yogasanas and meditation. Officials and members of RCBC participated in the program. This activity got a spontaneous response from everyone.

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FREEDOM FROM DIABETES CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY

Freedom from Diabetes celebrates International Yoga Day More than 550 people from across age groups and fitness levels participated in a special program organised by Freedom From Diabetes (FFD) Institute at Yash Lawns Bibwewadi, Pune, to mark the International Yoga Day. Dr. Pramod Tripathi, Founder FFD led the program with Meditation and Yogasanas including Suryanamaskar. The event aimed to raise awareness about the positive impact of yoga in managing diabetes, offering participants a unique opportunity to embrace a healthier lifestyle. International Yoga Day, recognized globally, highlights the significance of yoga in promoting physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. Freedom from Diabetes recognizes the profound benefits of yoga in the fight against diabetes, a disease that affects millions worldwide.

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WORLD FOOD SAFETY DAY

World Food Safety Day Food is a basic necessity. A subject that is not limited to a select few but one that concerns all of mankind, and its safety for consumption is crucial for survival and good health. The 7th of June has been ear marked as World Food Safety Day with the objective of promoting awareness and action on food safety. An annual estimate reveals 600 million cases of foodborne diseases. Unsafe food poses a serious threat to mankind and economies.A global estimate reveals that nearly 420000 people across the world die due to eating contaminated food every year. The statistics for children under 5 years of age reveals nearly 40 % carrying food borne diseases and 125000 deaths

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CSR plastic pollution initiatives

Tackling Plastic Pollution

FOR-PROFITS, NON-PROFITS AND CITIZENS DOES MATTER! The Expert “Waste management organization, Green Worms (supported by JSW, and cement firms ACC, Ultratech, Dalmia, and Chettinad), aims to create dignified jobs by deploying the strategy of the circular economy, to eradicate both plastic pollution and poverty. Their endeavor (they report collecting 39400 MT of plastic waste, and creating 520 dignified jobs for women) is partnered by some government departments/ municipalities, and few international alliances.” Humanity is gradually, but surely, getting to understand the serious implications of Climate Change upon all forms of life on Earth. Possibly not to the same degree, is also the growing awareness about the severe consequences that plastic waste has upon the planet – landfills quickly accumulating non-biodegradable

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HOW AND WHERE TO START YOUR CSR WORK

Introduction:A company will come under the ambit of the new CSR policy if its net worth is Rs 500 crore or more; turnover is Rs 1,000 crore or more, or net profit is Rs 5 crore or more during any financial year. Under any of these conditions, a company should spend at least 2% of the average net profit made during three immediate preceding financial years, in pursuance of the provisions of the Companies Act laid down towards Corporate Social Responsibility. Due to the need for social impact and sustainable development, corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become an essential component of business operations. Implementing successful CSR projects may have a big impact in India, as corporations have a big influence

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Is India Soaring towards cleaner skies, as a leader in the sustainable aviation fuel segment? Case in point

First commercial passenger flight in India, powered by a blend of Indigenously produced Sustainable Aviation Fuel takes wing. Air Asia India, Praj, and IOCL collaborate to create history. In a remarkable feat, India’s maiden commercial passenger flight using a blend of indigenously produced SAF (Sustainable, Aviation Fuel) soared high from Pune to Delhi on the 19th of May 2023.   This marked a significant development in the decarbonization of the aviation sector. The Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) in partnership with Praj Industries, supplied the blend of SAF to the Air Asia flight i5-767 The Hon. Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Purl, was personally present to receive this special flight at the New Delhi airport.   This

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