Category: CSR

Introduction of the Waqf Amendment Bill The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, introduced in the Lok Sabha on August 8, has quickly become a point of intense debate in Indian politics. This bill, presented by the NDA-led central government, marks the first significant piece of legislation introduced by the Modi 3.0 cabinet since its formation in June. The bill proposes substantial amendments to the Waqf Act of 1995, which governs the management and oversight of Waqf properties, primarily those donated for religious or charitable purposes. Key Provisions of the Bill The Waqf…

New Delhi: Bharti Airtel Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Bharti Enterprises, is commemorating its 25 years with the launch of a prestigious ‘Bharti Airtel Scholarship Program’.  This merit-cum-means based Scholarship Program aims to support deserving students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds with a focus on girl students, pursuing Technology-based Engineering UG and integrated programs (up to 5 years) in the top 50 National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) (Engineering) colleges, including IITs. This will be applicable to students eligible for admissions in August 2024. Starting this year with 250 students, the Program is designed to scale up incrementally with its successful implementation through each…

Oil India Limited (OIL) has launched a new Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station in Noida as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The inauguration of this charging station marks a significant step in promoting sustainable energy solutions and supporting the growing adoption of electric vehicles in the region. The new EV charging station, strategically located to serve the burgeoning population of EV users in Noida, aims to enhance the infrastructure for electric vehicles and encourage more people to switch to environmentally friendly transportation options. This initiative aligns with…

MUMBAI – July 8 th , 2024: Mrs Sangita Jindal, Chairperson of JSW Foundation has joined the India Advisory Council of the British Asian Trust. In this role, she will partner the British Asian Trust in India to champion its cause of driving positive change in India through innovative philanthropic and CSR approaches. Mrs Sangita Jindal is part of a select cadre of Indian Business Leaders who are Advisory Members of the global Trust. The British Asian Trust collaborates with the private sector and the South Asian diaspora to deliver…

Unreturned ₹2000 Notes in the Economy The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced that ₹7,961 crore, equivalent to about $954 million, worth of ₹2000 banknotes are still in circulation. These notes have not been returned or deposited despite their withdrawal from active use. This unreturned amount represents 2.24% of the total ₹3.56 lakh crore, approximately $42.6 billion, worth of ₹2000 notes that were in circulation when the withdrawal was announced on May 19, 2023. Withdrawal Announcement The RBI initially set September 30, 2023, as the deadline for the public…

Starliner Mission Faces Uncertain Timeline Initially projected to last only a few days, the first crewed test flight of Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, with astronauts including Indian-origin Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore on board, now faces significant uncertainty regarding its return to Earth. The mission could extend far beyond its original plan, with NASA currently exploring a much longer duration. Potential Extension to 90 Days NASA’s Commercial Crew Program manager, Steve Stich, revealed that the space agency is considering extending the Starliner mission from the initially planned 45 days to up…

CSR outreach programme to impact 3,500+ lives in vulnerable communities Initiatives are being executed across Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh Aimed at elevating communities through regular health camps, tree plantations, distribution of school kits, water coolers, and sanitary pads Mumbai, 26 June 2024: EverEnviro Resource Management Pvt. Ltd., India’s leading compressed biogas/RNG developer, has launched significant community programs with initiatives focused on ensuring access to education, sanitation, and healthcare. Aiming to enhance the quality of life for less privileged communities across Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, EverEnviro’s CSR initiatives…