Mandatory CSR Can Hurt Investor Confidence: IIM Study
A new IIM study reveals that India's mandatory CSR spending rule may lower investor confidence and reduce firm value. Discover the findings and policy implications.
A new IIM study reveals that India's mandatory CSR spending rule may lower investor confidence and reduce firm value. Discover the findings and policy implications.
IIM Lucknow research finds mandatory CSR spending can be seen as a compliance cost, raising equity costs for firms. Strategic CSR, however, can build trust and lower risk.
Delhi University's ambitious naming rights policy for donor funding sees slow start. Only one construction project is backed by donations, with Rs 2.3 crore raised last year. Explore the challenges and data behind the initiative.
Visakhapatnam pioneers safe drinking water with a new mobile lab. Funded by CSR, it instantly tests for metals, bacteria & more across all wards. A major step to curb waterborne diseases.
Rabindra Kumar Behera, Chairman of RSB Global, commits to expanding CSR initiatives and women empowerment programs in Jharkhand, following his PhD honour from President Murmu. Read about the group's sustainable plans.
Karnataka govt sanctions Rs 50 crore for Bengaluru's third-largest biodiversity park in Madappanahalli. Cabinet also approves a fully subsidised 1000-bed organ transplant hospital with Azim Premji Foundation. Read more.
Family of Jabar Singh, killed in Barmer road accident, calls off protest after company agrees to Rs 35 lakh aid, job & safety measures. Read the full agreement details.
M3M Foundation's 2023 initiatives in education, health, livelihoods, sports & sustainability created a measurable impact for over 4.9 million people across India. Discover their nationwide journey.
Discover how creating a New Year Wish Jar can help children express emotions, set goals, and strengthen family bonds. A fun, creative activity for the whole family to welcome the new year.
Skip the crowded parties this New Year. Discover 5 engaging home games like Balloon Pop and Talent Shows that boost family bonds, reduce stress, and create lasting memories for all ages.
HP General Industries Corporation approves Rs 1.38 crore CSR funds for DGP's office to procure 12 vehicles for the state's Anti-Chitta Campaign. Read more about the board's decisions.
A century-old government primary school in Gadag's Pethalur village gets a massive facelift through community & CSR efforts, boosting student strength from 140 to 220. Read how they did it without education dept funds.
Make New Year 2026 special with family quizzes! Discover global traditions, boost your child's curiosity, and learn fascinating facts. Turn celebration into a fun learning game.
POWERGRID's CSR initiative brings advanced CT Scan and Bi-Plane DSA machines to Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital in New Chandigarh, enhancing early detection and minimally invasive procedures for cancer patients in North India.
Adani Kattupalli Port's CSR initiative transforms 11 panchayats in Minjur, focusing on livelihood, health & climate. Over 100 disabled individuals benefit. Read more about their impactful community development programs.
BI WORLDWIDE India renews its CSR commitment to GoSports Foundation's athlete development programs, supporting 28 elite athletes aiming for LA 2028 & Brisbane 2032 Olympics. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh Waqf Board announces first international school in Nellore on 13 acres of waqf land, funded by CSR. Project aims at inclusive education & sustainable income.
Akshaya Patra Foundation in Hubballi upgrades its kitchen with 18 steam cauldrons & biogas system, enhancing meal quality for over 130,000 students daily. Read about this major CSR initiative.
Shiv Sena MLA Sarnaik suggests creating 50-100 acre national parks with CSR funds to house leopards, preventing human conflict. He also advocates for tracking chips and corporate adoption of big cats.
RSB Group announces ambitious sustainability goals: 50% renewable energy adoption and a 45% reduction in emissions by 2030. Discover their roadmap for a greener future.
PayU India outlines its 2025 CSR strategy, focusing on digital safety education and sustainable livelihood programs. Learn how the fintech giant is driving social impact.
Sonalika Tractors launches a winter care drive in Jalandhar, distributing warm clothes to over 1000 students. The CSR initiative aims to protect children from the cold wave. Read more about this heartwarming effort.
Gujarat govt directs PSUs & top firms like Reliance & Adani to use CSR funds, up to ₹1 lakh per family, to help 7,000 poor beneficiaries finish their PMAY houses. A new model for social welfare.
AIIMS Deoghar begins radiotherapy services, offering relief to cancer patients in Santhal Pargana. New Linear Accelerator ensures precise treatment. Read how this transforms regional healthcare.
Shimla tourism officials conducted surprise inspections, shutting illegal zip lines in Jhamunda & Siddhpura. Four operators issued notices for violating safety rules. Read more.
Supreme Court directs power firms in Rajasthan & Gujarat to protect the endangered Great Indian Bustard. Ruling says CSR for ecology is not charity but a constitutional obligation. Read the full story.
Himachal Pradesh High Court criticizes state & central govts for failing to enforce CSR rules after 2025 monsoon disaster. Only Rs 47.52 crore collected from 80 eligible firms. Read the full story.
Elango Corporation Higher Secondary School in Madurai is set to launch an AR/VR lab by month-end, funded by ₹1 crore CSR. The initiative aims to bridge the gap with private schools by offering immersive learning to students from classes 6 to 8.
4,000 students in Jewar's 46 government schools will access digital libraries by March 2026, a ₹1.5 crore CSR project to bridge the rural-urban education gap. Discover how tech-based learning is transforming education.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation partners with Indian Oil for CSR projects: a Centre of Excellence for Vision Therapy at Nagri Eye Hospital and a pleuroscope for LG Hospital. Read about the impact.