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We hold an extensive repository of publications which have been authored by the people of CSRBOX. These publications add to our legacy as a pioneer consulting firm in the development sector.
One of our premier research publications, the India CSR Outlook Report (ICOR) is a flagship research document, collaboratively curated by CSRBOX and NGOBOX. This comprehensive report delves into the significant insights regarding corporate social responsibility (CSR) expenditures by prominent companies in India, shedding light on the evolving CSR landscape within the nation. The ICOR is the culmination of extensive primary and secondary research efforts, incorporating inputs from key CSR decision-makers of several major corporations. Moreover, the report meticulously outlines the predominant CSR trends observed over the past 10 years within the country
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THE DIGITAL GAMBLEIndia’s digital economy is expanding rapidly, fuelled by affordable data, rising smartphone use, and a
tech-savvy youth population. Within this ecosystem, online real money games (RMGs), platforms where
users deposit money in expectation of financial returns through games such as poker, rummy, and
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District Minerals Foundation Outlook ReportMinerals in India are jointly regulated by the State and the Central Governments. The Constitution of
the country gives powers to the state to regulate and tax the mineral resources within its boundaries
subject to any law passed by the Parliament in public interest. The Mines and Minerals Development
and Regulations (MMDR) Amendment 2015 stated that State Govt. to establish District Mineral
Foundation (DMF) at district level, as per section 9B, that will be used for development of people and
areas affected by mining operation, as on 27th Mar 2015.On 16th Sep 2015, Government launched Pradhan Mantri Khanij Khsetra Kalyana Yojna (PMKKKY)
which will be implemented under DMF. Directions were issuedunder section 20A of the MMDR Act to
all State to incorporate PMKKKY into rules framed for DMF. As per the directions and guidelines by
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India CSR Outlook Report 2024The India CSR Outlook Report (ICOR) 2024, a flagship publication of CSRBOX, offers a
detailed examination of CSR spending trends among 301 leading companies in
India. This edition provides a mix of primary and secondary research insights,
offering a holistic view of how CSR compliance is shaping up, the key focus areas
under CSR, and contours of CSR funding priorities in India. The report also captures
key nuances of CSR implementation side through data insights, based on the
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India ESG Outlook Report 2024India ESG Outlook Report: Unveiling Environmental Frontiers” is an inaugural report that offers a comprehensive analysis of the environmental performance of India's leading companies. This report enhances the understanding of corporate sustainability efforts and transparency in tackling environmental challenges. It aims to promote accountability and improve environmental stewardship across various industries.
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India CSR Report 2014-2015This report is an abridged version of NGOBOX’s ‘India CSR Outlook Report 2015. The report provides an in-depth analysis of CSR spending in India in the first financial year after the enactment of the Companies Act 2013. The report presents how, where and on what CSR money was spent by companies in FY/14-15. The insights like which state gets highest CSR spent, which is the most preferred theme for CSR project implementation, how do companies implement CSR projects etc are important for companies, regulators and other stakeholders to help them plan their future CSR strategy and action-plan.
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India CSR Report 2015-2016The ‘India CSR Outlook Report (ICOR), an annual research publication of NGOBOX, presenting in-depth analysis of CSR spend of big companies in previous financial year. The 2016 report is the second such publication after the first report that was highly appreciated by various Ministries, Businesses and Academic institutions. The report was referred in over 30 news and research articles within 1 month of the release in October 2015.
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India CSR Report 2016-2017The ‘India CSR Outlook Report (ICOR), an annual research publication of NGOBOX, presenting in depth analysis of CSR spend of big companies in previous financial year. The 2017 report is third such annual publication after 2015 and 2016. The report provides an in-depth analysis of CSR spend of big 370 companies in FY 2016-17. The report visualizes a few important curves of CSR landscapes in India, entirely based on the actual CSR spending data of these companies. While at the time of its release on 18th Sept. 2017, this is the first such analysis of CSR spend of this large number of companies in FY 2016-17.
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India CSR Report 2017-2018The India CSR Outlook Report is an annual research publication of NGOBOX, which presents an in-depth analysis of CSR spend of big companies in previous financial year. The 2018 report is the 4th such annual puclication.
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India CSR Report 2018-2019The India CSR Outlook Report (ICOR) is an annual research publication of NGOBOX, which presents an in-depth analysis of the CSR spend of large companies in the last financial year. The 2019 report is the 5th such annual publication after 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 reports. The report provides an in depth analysis of CSR spend of 368 large companies in FY 2018-19 and visualizes a few important curves of CSR landscape in India, entirely based on the actual CSR spending data of these companies, as reported by them in mandatory disclosures.
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CSR Projects in EdTech in IndiaUnderstanding how companies are investing in EdTech projects through CSR.
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Zero Waste to Landfill Rath Yatra Initiative: A Landmark in Ahmedabad’s Waste ManagementIn a remarkable stride towards environmental well-being, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), in collaboration with Colgate-Palmolive and Nepra Foundation, has set a new benchmark in waste management with the Zero Waste to Landfill Rath Yatra Initiative. The 147th Rath Yatra, a significant religious event and the second-largest Rath Yatra in the country after Jagannath Puri, exemplified the city’s commitment to efficient and eco-friendly waste management.
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Allcargo Group commemorates a decade of Maitree initiative, aims to plant 5 million saplings by 2030Allcargo Group, an Indian-born global logistics conglomerate celebrating 30 years of excellence, has set a target to plant 5 million saplings by 2030 by actively engaging with more than 100,000 farmers as a part of its Maitree initiative run by the Group’s CSR arm, Avashya Foundation. The tree planation drive is inspired by the vision of the Group Founder & Chairman Mr. Shashi Kiran Shetty to make a larger impact on the environment and livelihood. Maitree is expected to impact lives of 500,000 beneficiaries in Maharashtra.
