Thanks Note - Six months ago, I began Jombay’s Lead Like a Woman program with a focus on growth, reflection, and purposeful leadership. Today, I’m honoured to be named a 2025 Top 10% Club winner. This recognition is deeply personal, dedicated to my father, whose values of integrity and learning continue to guide me. The journey strengthened my empathy, self-awareness, and decision-making. I’m grateful to my mentor/boss Yuvaraj Srivastava Group CHRO MMT, my team, and the cohort for their support.
Godrej Enterprises Group launched the “Chhote Engineer” Multi-Skilling Lab at Swami Vivekanand High School, Khalapur, under its CSR initiative for skill development. Conceptualized by Mr Surendra Vaidya & implemented by Jnana Prabodhini Skill Center, the programme equips rural students with hands-on training in mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and civil skills. 1,500+ students annually across six schools, it uses a mobile training model and central Skill Hub Lab to enhance practical learning and employability.
Reliance Foundation and C-DAC Hyderabad have launched e-SafeHER, a cybersecurity awareness programme to empower 1 million rural women with digital safety skills. Anchored under MeitY’s ISEA initiative, it promotes digital inclusion, safe online practices, and financial security through SHGs and community learning. Isha Ambani said it aims to create “Cyber Sakhis,” boosting confidence and participation in the digital economy, while driving women empowerment and secure digital access in rural India.
For 13 years, CSR TIMES has championed social impact and responsible business. The 13th CSR TIMES Summit & Awards, set for August 2026, will honour leaders driving inclusive growth, ESG practices, and sustainable development. The theme, “Role of Responsible Business for Inclusive Bharat,” aligns with Viksit Bharat 2047 and United Nations SDGs, focusing on education, gender equality, clean energy, and livelihoods, advancing a more equitable and sustainable future.
Akasa Air appoints Aditi Roy as Head of CSR & Corporate Communications, strengthening its brand strategy and sustainability focus. Formerly with Novartis India, she brings expertise in corporate communications, PR, and stakeholder engagement. As the airline expands across domestic and international routes, her role will shape brand positioning, public trust, and CSR initiatives, supporting Akasa’s growth as a human-first, sustainability-driven aviation brand.
India CSR announces the India Responsible Education & AI Summit 2026 in Bengaluru on May 14, bringing leaders from academia, industry, and government to reshape higher education in India. The summit focuses on AI in education, sustainability, and governance, driving universities toward impact-driven, responsible systems aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047. Rusen Kumar said it aims to build future-ready institutions combining innovation, ethics, and inclusive growth.
CSR in India is evolving from compliance to strategic business advantage, focusing on measurable social impact over spending. Prateek Kanwal Director Deloitte highlights that the future of CSR in India lies in data-driven impact measurement, strong ecosystem partnerships, and alignment with core business strategy. Organisations adopting this approach will drive sustainable development, build credibility, and create long-term value. He looks forward to advancing these discussions at the Social Impact Roundtable.
As AI transforms jobs across sectors like healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing, India faces a crucial shift toward continuous upskilling and future of work readiness. The focus is moving from fixed roles to skill-based hiring, blending tech expertise with critical thinking and adaptability. In a conversation with TheCSRUniverse, Susan Mathew highlights AI-driven hiring trends, emerging hybrid roles, and the need for inclusive reskilling through collaboration between industry, education, and policymakers.
Infosys Foundation partners with Prashanthi Balamandira Trust to strengthen rural Karnataka healthcare at Sri Sathya Sai Sarla Memorial Hospital under SMSIMSR. Backed by a ₹48 crore grant, the initiative enhances maternal and child healthcare, upgrading NICU, PICU, ICU, and medical infrastructure. It will benefit 8,000+ people annually with free treatment, helping reduce maternal and infant mortality in India, Mr Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar Trustee Infosys Foundation said collab will bridge healthcare gaps and serve underserved communities.