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Making India Resilient: An Overview of Corporate Social Responsibility Funding in Disaster Risk Reduction
Co-Authors: Dr Simple Arora, Mridu Kapoor and Jagriti Sarkar Abstract: Established by the Companies Act, 2013, it is noteworthy to point out that in India, the mandate compels large corporations to invest a mandatory two per cent of their average net profits into social causes, also known as the Corporate Social Responsibility. Its Schedule VII lists “disaster management, including relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction activities” as an approved as well as crucial area fo
Social Pillar Performance in Indian Corporations: An Exploratory Study of Profitability, Social Spending, and Disclosures
Co-Authors : Mridu Kapoor, Ritisha Pareek, Meghna Jose & Amruta Deshmukh Abstract : Corporate sustainability today requires integrating economic, environmental and social considerations to create long-term value. This research examines the social pillar of ESG of the top 15 companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), analysing Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reports (BRSR) for FY 2024-25. The research seeks to provide evidence-based insights on how financi
Beyond The Ban: A Business Model for Zero-Plastic Transition in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Co-Authors: Mridu Kapoor, Ritisha Pareek, Amruta Deshmukh, Arunima Singh, Meghna Jose & Christy Sunny Abstract : The Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI) are one of the four major biodiversity conservation hotspots in India. However, its ecosystem is now entering a phase of stress, with threats that are geographically specific and quantifiable in terms of mismanaged solid waste, particularly Single Use Plastics (SUPs). A literature review suggests that high tourist influx gener
THE PAST TEACHING THE PRESENT: Climate Change and Ethics of Niṣkāmakarma
Co-Author: Prof. Dr. Ananya Barua Abstract: In the epic of Ramayana, King Janaka or Shiridhwaja is referred to as a rajarishi . He was a religious and spiritually inclined ruler, encompassed by wise sages. The Ashtavakra Gita captures his dialogue with his spiritual guru Ashtavakra on various philosophical musings. His court held many dialogues on matters such as extramundane, divinity, and inner development. Janaka was predisposed towards seeking inner solace rather than out
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