Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first underwater Metro Service in Kolkata on March 6, 2024. The service includes the Howrah Maidan – Esplanade Metro section, featuring India's deepest metro station at Howrah and an underwater tunnel beneath the Hooghly River. The PM also laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 15,400 crore and unveiled additional metro sections. The underwater Metro aims to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution, with the entire East-West route expected to start commercial operation by July 2024.

The CSR Journal lists the top 10 companies in India for CSR in healthcare in 2023, highlighting their initiatives to improve access to healthcare for underprivileged communities. Tata Group, SBI, Infosys, Cipla, ICICI Bank, Sun Pharma, ONGC, Apollo Hospitals, SAIL, and Adani Group are recognized for their efforts in areas such as cancer care, eye care, maternal and child health, and disease elimination. These companies have implemented various programs, including mobile health units, hospital management systems, and partnerships with government and non-profit organizations to address healthcare challenges in India.

Human trafficking in India is a significant issue, with women and children being the primary targets. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime's 2022 Global Report on Trafficking in Persons highlights that one in three victims detected globally is a child. Traffickers are increasingly using online platforms to lure victims with false promises of a better life or employment. Odisha has the highest number of trafficking victims in India, according to the National Crime Records Bureau's 2022 report. Child trafficking is also prevalent, with Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh being the top states affected. Indian Railways has set up Anti Human Trafficking Units and the National Commission for Women has established an Anti-Human Trafficking Cell to combat this crime. Government schemes like NALSA and Ujjawala are in place to support victims.

Gautam Adani has reclaimed the title of India's richest person and Asia's wealthiest, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Following a Supreme Court verdict in favor of Adani Group against allegations by Hindenburg Research, Adani announced his support for Indian chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa. The Supreme Court of India has shown confidence in SEBI's ongoing investigation, rejecting the demand for an SIT probe. Adani's net worth is now $97.6 billion, slightly above Mukesh Ambani's $97 billion. Other notable Indians on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index include Shapoor Mistry, Shiv Nadar, Azim Premji, Savitri Jindal, Dilip Shanghvi, and Lakshmi Mittal.

The CSR Journal article highlights various charitable efforts by organizations and individuals during Navratri, aimed at spreading happiness among the underprivileged. Activities include donating food, clothes, and essentials, educating children, and raising awareness on health and nutrition. The article features comments from representatives of Sarodiya Charitable Trust, Bala Vikasa, Robin Hood Academy, We Care Foundation, Salaam Bombay Foundation, Nilima WelfareTrust, and RSKS India, all of whom emphasize the importance of giving and community engagement during the festival.

World Heart Day 2023 emphasizes the importance of maintaining heart health through daily workouts. The World Health Organization advises against an unhealthy diet, excessive alcohol, tobacco, air pollution, and a sedentary lifestyle. Recommended activities include walking, swimming, cycling, dancing or Zumba, and weight or resistance training. These exercises improve cardiovascular health, manage chronic conditions, and promote overall fitness. India's high diabetes rates highlight the need for physical activity. A healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and avoiding harmful habits, is crucial for heart health.

World Wide Web Day, celebrated on August 1, commemorates the creation of the web by Sir Tim Berners-Lee in 1989. The CSR Journal provides cyber safety tips for online shoppers to protect against cyber frauds. Recommendations include using familiar and reliable e-commerce portals, ensuring websites have SSL encryption (HTTPS), not oversharing personal information, creating strong passwords, avoiding shopping on public Wi-Fi, and being cautious with payment methods. The article emphasizes the importance of cyber safety in the digital age.

The Manipur government has initiated the 'Chief Minister’s College Students Rehabilitation Scheme 2023' to support undergraduate students affected by violence in the state. Launched by Education Minister Thounaojam Basantakumar Singh, the scheme aims to reduce dropout rates by facilitating inter-college transfers, offering free admissions, and providing financial aid for books, stationery, uniforms, and other necessities. Eligible students can apply online or through deputy commissioners due to disrupted internet services. Benefits also include a one-time rehabilitation grant, smartphones, sanitary pads for girls, and sports equipment.

International Plastic Bag Free Day 2023 emphasizes the environmental hazards of plastic bags and promotes sustainable alternatives. The CSR Journal highlights five eco-friendly substitutes: cotton bags, recycled paper bags, jute bags, canvas bags, and bio-plastic bags. These alternatives are presented as practical solutions to reduce plastic waste and its negative impact on the environment. The article also references the United Nations Environment Programme's data on plastic waste and India's ban on single-use plastic items to underscore the urgency of the issue.

Maitrayee Bhowmick, a Kolkata-based yoga expert and CEO of 'The Agile soul', demonstrates simple breathing techniques and stretching exercises that can be performed at the workplace or at home to alleviate stress, anxiety, and back pain. On World Yoga Day 2023, she showcases Surya Namaskar and the Cat-camel posture for The CSR Journal's viewers, promoting a healthier and fitter lifestyle.

Greenply Industries Limited is actively engaging in reforestation through Project Green Rise, planting over 15 lakh saplings in Nagaland, India, and sourcing 97% of their timber from plantation trees. The company's CSR efforts extend to education and healthcare, operating a school and a Mobile Medical Van in Tizit, Nagaland. They also focus on community development, including women's empowerment by training and employing women as carpenters.

Amway India, under the leadership of Simrat Bishnoi, has been actively involved in CSR initiatives aimed at combating malnutrition, empowering women, and providing healthcare in rural areas. The company's 'Power of 5 – Fight against Malnutrition programme' and 'Village Healthcare Program' have reached over 3.50 lakh beneficiaries, including more than 80,000 children, and over 1.40 lakh villagers across 30 villages in Tamil Nadu, respectively. The 'Women Livelihood Program ‘Project Nari Shakti’' has impacted over 25,000 individuals, with 1,700 women being direct beneficiaries. These initiatives align with the Government of India’s National Nutrition Mission and are focused on providing nutrition education, healthcare services, and livelihood skills.

EcoKaari, a Pune-based social enterprise, is addressing environmental pollution by upcycling waste plastic wrappers using traditional charkha and handloom techniques. Founded by Nandan Bhat in 2020, the enterprise also aims to provide livelihoods for rural artisans, particularly women. EcoKaari produces a variety of sustainable and vegan products, such as bags and table accessories, and has expanded with a unit in Bellary, Karnataka, funded by the JSW Foundation. The company sources plastic from waste picker organizations and donations, and has partnered with companies like Nestle and ITC for specific collections. EcoKaari emphasizes the importance of waste segregation at the source for effective recycling and upcycling.

Soluble System Private Limited, a Mumbai-based startup, is addressing plastic waste and carbon footprint issues with its biodegradable, plastic-free, water soluble range of cleaners under the brand Ecosys Cleaners. Co-Founder Sumit Goyal, inspired by the refill and reuse habits in his native village in Rajasthan, developed these products to reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions. The company's products, which include a variety of household cleaners, come in 100% biodegradable packaging and are designed to be used as refills for existing bottles. The startup is also engaged in educational campaigns to raise awareness about sustainable living and the importance of reducing plastic use.