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Carbon Credits and Green Credits in India: What They Are, How They Differ, and How CSR and ESG Teams Can Get Them

29 Jul 2026

Carbon Credits and Green Credits in India: What They Are, How They Differ, and How CSR and ESG Teams Can Get Them

Carbon credits and green credits in India explained for CSR and ESG teams: what each is, how the CCTS and Green Credit Programme work, and how to earn them.

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The DPDP Act for the Social Sector: A Plain-English Guide to Beneficiary Data, Consent, and Donor Reporting

23 Jul 2026

The DPDP Act for the Social Sector: A Plain-English Guide to Beneficiary Data, Consent, and Donor Reporting

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 applies to every NGO and CSR funder that collects beneficiary data in digital form. A plain-English guide to consent, donor reporting, and compliance for the social sector.

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Why Building Relationships Before Pitching Is the Only Strategy That Works in CSR Consulting

11 Jun 2026

Why Building Relationships Before Pitching Is the Only Strategy That Works in CSR Consulting

Introduction: The Pitch That Never Should Have Happened Imagine this: A CSR consulting firm prepares a polished deck, complete with impact metrics, UN SDG alignments, and a compelling theory of...

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When Basics Become Privilege: Rethinking Impact Through Field Realities

12 May 2026

When Basics Become Privilege: Rethinking Impact Through Field Realities

There is a certain stillness that follows you back from a field visit.

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CSR Without a Need Assessment is Guesswork

11 May 2026

CSR Without a Need Assessment is Guesswork

Every year, Indian corporates spend thousands of crores on CSR programs that look right on paper but often land in the wrong place. From building school infrastructure to funding healthcare initiatives, Corporate...

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India’s Growth Story vs. Its Resource Crisis: Can Development Keep Up with Sustainability?

09 Apr 2026

India’s Growth Story vs. Its Resource Crisis: Can Development Keep Up with Sustainability?

There is a certain rhythm to India’s growth story, fast, ambitious, and impossible to ignore. Expanding cities, rising consumption, digital acceleration, and infrastructure development all signal a nation in motion....

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The 3 Pillars of Sustainable CSR in 2026: From Tick-Box to Transformative Impact

16 Mar 2026

The 3 Pillars of Sustainable CSR in 2026: From Tick-Box to Transformative Impact

In 2026, CSR is no longer about “spending 2%”. It’s about building resilient businesses that create real social, environmental, and economic value. Companies that treat CSR as strategic, measurable,...

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The Growing Role of Third-Party Impact Assessments in CSR

16 Mar 2026

The Growing Role of Third-Party Impact Assessments in CSR

Why the future of corporate social responsibility is measured not just by spending, but by evidence.

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How to Develop a CSR Strategy: A Step-by-Step Guide for Sustainable Business Growth

25 Feb 2026

How to Develop a CSR Strategy: A Step-by-Step Guide for Sustainable Business Growth

Introduction Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved from optional philanthropy into a strategic business function that helps organizations create long-term value for communities,...

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CSR Monitoring and Evaluation: Best Practices for Measuring Social Impact Effectively

25 Feb 2026

CSR Monitoring and Evaluation: Best Practices for Measuring Social Impact Effectively

What was once a mandate is now a strategic lever for measurable impact.

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CSR Impact Assessment Framework in India

25 Feb 2026

CSR Impact Assessment Framework in India

India has emerged as one of the world’s largest ecosystems for corporate social responsibility (CSR), largely due to the legal mandate introduced under the Companies Act, 2013. Over the past decade,...

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Environmental and Social Impact Assessment: Why It Matters for Responsible Businesses

16 Feb 2026

Environmental and Social Impact Assessment: Why It Matters for Responsible Businesses

Environmental responsibility and social accountability are no longer optional for businesses operating in today’s interconnected world. As organizations expand operations, invest in infrastructure,...

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