With its youthful and vibrant population, India is at a critical point. More than 62% of the population is of working age, with more than half under the age of 25. This demographic dividend presents numerous opportunities, but maximizing its value requires a deliberate focus on four interrelated pillars: employability,…
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Unlocking Triple Bottom Line Potential: How the CII Climate Action Charter (CCAC), MSME Toolkit Elevates Profit, People, and Planet
In today’s business landscape, sustainability is crucial for lasting success. MSMEs play a key role in addressing climate change due to their widespread presence and innovative potential. While balancing profitability, social accountability, and environmental stewardship is challenging, the CII Climate Action Charter (CCAC) MSME Toolkit offers a robust solution. It…
Strengthening Indo-German Economic Cooperation: Opportunities for SMEs Through Partnering in Business with Germany
Strengthening Indo-German Economic Cooperation: Opportunities for SMEs The recognition of the important role small and medium companies (SMEs) play in advancing trade, investment, and technological ties has led to a long history of strong engagement between India and Germany. A historic Joint Declaration was signed on September 9, 2008, by…
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Driving Business Success with Digital Tools
The Role of Digital Tools in Entrepreneurial Success In the modern business environment, technology is essential to an entrepreneur’s success, particularly for the Micro, Small, and Medium-Enterprises (MSME). The technology is supporting in eliminating barriers towards payment and access to finance, connecting with wider audience, increasing production and size of…
Industry Ready Workforce: An Urgent Priority
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Harnessing Social Entrepreneurship for Development
Social entrepreneurship, also known as altruistic entrepreneurship, is an approach essentially by start-ups and entrepreneurs, in which solutions are developed, funded, and provided with an intention of addressing social, cultural, or environmental issues. Social entrepreneurship typically attempts to further social goals in the form of voluntary work towards poverty abatement,…
Advancing School Education in India: Challenges and Strategies
The significance of school education in shaping a nation’s development cannot be overstated. The Indian education sector is a vast and dynamic landscape that plays a pivotal role in the country’s socio-economic development. With approximately 14.89 lakh schools, more than 26.52 crore students, and 1.13 crore teachers, it stands as…
Achieving Gender Parity
01 Dec 2023 Over two decades into the twenty-first century, the world has come a long way. Economic, Social and Technological progress have been rapid. However, there is one area where growthhas been slow and incremental, and that is Gender Parity. According to World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report…
Boosting Livelihood Opportunities for Women
Women play a vital role in both economic and social progress. Empowering rural women is essential for the rapid economic growth of the “New India.” The government defines women’s empowerment as granting them equal social and political rights, financial security, judicial strength, and all other rights enjoyed by men. In…
Strengthening Social Protection in the Changing World of Work
The world of work is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by rapid technological advancements and the imperative to address climate change. These transformations present exciting opportunities but also pose significant challenges. As the world navigates this period of flux, it becomes increasingly crucial to strengthen social protection systems to ensure…