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passionate about philanthropy and its practices and its ability to touch lives to make a difference to this planet!

[ATREE @atree_org]

Every World Environment Day, we see a beautiful surge in tree-planting campaigns. While planting trees is a fantastic step, saving the ecological future of the Darjeeling-Sikkim Himalaya requires a much deeper commitment: true ecosystem restoration.

A native forest isn’t just a collection of trees – it is a complex, living network of plants, wildlife, fungi, soils and freshwater systems that have been fragmented over centuries.

Read the full article by Shailendra Dewan, Fellow at ATREE, using the link.

https://t.co/cr29JsSHFe

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

India's newly launched Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) scheme offers Indian-origin researchers abroad competitive salaries, Day 1 research grants, and relocation support to return and work at India's top universities and national labs in fields like AI, clean energy, and biotech. Apply at https://t.co/Mx7aXzaUrt.

Read Here
https://t.co/pOoTzmZLUq

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Planet Earth is the only home we have. Together, we can, and must make this a better place.
On #WorldEnvironmentDay let us take a pledge to renew our efforts to make the world a cleaner, greener & better place for all creations of God. Like it is said, “We have not inherited the planet from our parents, but are borrowing it from our children and the generations that follow.”
#NowForClimate

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

We are pleased to welcome Niranjana Rajagopal to the Indiaspora Team as Managing Director of the Global Forum. Niranjana recently co-authored our ‘India and its Diaspora: Partners in Progress’ report released in March and is now joining our team full-time.

In her new role, she will guide the Forum’s strategic direction and long-term vision, bringing together senior diaspora leaders across sectors and geographies to activate our community for global good. Niranjana draws on over 15 years of leadership advisory and strategy consulting experience from her time at Egon Zehnder, McKinsey & Company, and KPMG. As a first-generation Indian-American who has lived and worked across Mumbai, Dubai, and Chicago, her global perspective deeply informs her understanding of the diaspora experience.
Please join us in welcoming Niranjana!

[UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 @UNESCO]

Today is #BiodiversityDay! 🌍

Protecting biodiversity is not just about nature. It is about protecting the systems that sustain our lives.

Through #BiosphereReserves, @UNESCO works with communities and scientists to protect ecosystems, restore habitats and support sustainable livelihoods.

Discover how: https://t.co/8mzjkhwRDU

#ForNature #ForThePeople @UNESCO_MAB

[Amitabh Kant @amitabhk87]

Across the world, Indian tea is rejuvenating, its flavour is unique and smells like home . Assam, Darjeeling, Nilgiri, Kangra, and many more are the birthplace of Indian teas that are deeply embedded in our sense of identity. On #InternationalTeaDay, it is worth celebrating the communities, growers, workers, and generations whose care and labour make this possible.

[Jerome Foster II @JeromeFosterII]

In 3 yrs this #solar installation at an Arkansas high school turned the district’s budget from a $250K deficit to a $1.8 million surplus. They're using the surplus to pay teachers more.

Our world is ready for solutions. Let's make them happen. #ClimateAction #solar

[WINGS @wings_info]

#Philanthropy is operating in a rapidly shifting landscape – aid cuts, shrinking civic space & rising uncertainty.
On 29 April, our ED @BenBellegy joins a conversation on how networks can support collective leadership in times of crisis.

Register here: https://t.co/2MPxZPI1gj

[ATREE @atree_org]

This Earth Day, let’s take a moment to thank those who have been quietly tending to our planet – whether through their profession or passion or lived practices.

Today is a reminder of our shared duty to care for the Earth. And it feels fitting to shine a light on the people and communities who routinely make real change, right where they are.

[India Philanthropy Alliance @phil_india]

India Giving Day 2026 has demonstrated the extraordinary power of collective generosity.

Through the dedication and compassion of our community, we have created meaningful impact for organizations and communities across India. This achievement represents more than numbers; it represents hope, opportunity, and the unwavering belief that together, we can build a better future.

To every donor who participated in this movement, who shared our vision and contributed to this success, we extend our deepest gratitude. Your generosity enables transformative change and touches countless lives throughout India.

Thank you for being part of this remarkable journey.

Learn more: https://t.co/DZwaOU78Zh

#PowerOfUs #IGD2026 #IndiaGivingDay #philanthropy #fundraising #generosity

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

Indiaspora Founder & Chairman, MR Rangaswami and Executive Director, Sanjeev Joshipura are delighted to invite you to attend our Global AI Summit in Bengaluru on March 25th. Watch them share insights on what you can expect from our incredible lineup.

Tickets cost $125 or Rs. 11,500. But we have a limited number of complimentary seats available as a guest of MR Rangaswami. APPLY PROMO VIP-AI-Speaker-Invite

Please visit https://t.co/netJ7po2ol

https://t.co/8POJk7u5qw

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

Join India Giving Day live on March 13, 2026, from 3pm-6pm ET as leaders, partners, and community voices come together to celebrate the power of collective impact and shared stories across India Giving Day.

You will be able to view the livestream on the India Philanthropy Alliance YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn channels as well as on the India Giving Day website (https://t.co/khOv15JkXA). There’s no need to register! All are welcome. @mrsandhill @AlexCounts

#PowerOfUs #IGD2026 #IndiaGivingDay #fundraiser #live

[AKHAND JYOTI BIHAR @AJEH_BIHAR]

Blurred vision can hide a child’s potential. In rural Bihar, 1 in 100 children has visual impairment and 19% face refractive errors. Help Bal Drishti bring early eye care to classrooms. Donate: https://t.co/2QqTaUpYZf
#EyeCareForAll #BalDrishti

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

On International Women’s Day, I extend my greetings to all our Nari Shakti.

Across every field, women are shaping India’s progress with determination, creativity and unmatched zeal. Their achievements inspire our nation and strengthen our collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat.

Empowerment of women is at the core of our various schemes and initiatives. We remain committed to creating opportunities that enable every woman to realise her full potential and contribute to India’s journey of development.

#NayeBharatKiNariShakti

[Indiaspora @IndiasporaForum]

As we approach International Women’s Day, we’re proud to celebrate the brilliant women taking the stage at the upcoming Indiaspora Forum in Bengaluru.

From groundbreaking ideas to bold leadership, our speakers are shaping the future and we can't wait to hear from them.

Please note: This event is invitation-only.

For more information, please visit:
https://t.co/nQiclyAwSy

[AKHAND JYOTI BIHAR @AJEH_BIHAR]

Dignity is a right — not charity.
At Akhand Jyoti, inclusion begins with sight.
1.3M+ lives restored.
1.45 lakh free surgeries last year.
Women trained to lead eye health.
Stand with us.
Donate today: https://t.co/Z0AM50vdg3
#WorldNGODay2026 #RestoringDignityThroughInclusion

[AKHAND JYOTI BIHAR @AJEH_BIHAR]

A stronger Republic begins with clear vision. 🇮🇳
This #77thRepublicDay, we’re restoring sight through a women-led system—because clear vision builds stronger systems, and stronger systems build a stronger nation.
#AkhandJyoti #NationBuilding

[Nithin Kamath @Nithin0dha]

There's a lot of pessimism about India's growth prospects right now, amplified by the sheer amount of geopolitical drama we're living through. But if we aren't hopeful that India will do better, then everything becomes moot.

This isn't to say we don't have real problems. We do. But every successful country has had to deal with its own share of thorny challenges along its development path. What matters is how we respond.

Today is National Startup Day 🇮🇳, and I can't think of a better time to build something in India, and for the world, despite all the challenges. While it's okay to be pessimistic or cynical at times, India has come a long way considering the constraints it has faced. Could it have gone even further? Sure. But it's better to think about things as they are, rather than as they should be, and then work toward what they could be.

I'm saying this because we are truly living in unprecedented times. The world order is being redrawn geopolitically, economically, and technologically. It's hard to even describe all the monumental shifts happening around us. But massive shifts create massive opportunities for entrepreneurs who can see them coming.

And there's never been a better time specifically to build in India. If I were tweeting this in 2015-16, the startup scene barely existed outside of a few big e-commerce companies. There were no local pools of capital. No recognition. People genuinely thought startups were what you did if you had no other skills in life.

Today, everything has changed. We're living in a world where every country is focused on its own self-sufficiency, and the era of unchecked globalisation is over. For India, this means we have all the enabling factors in place: improving ease of doing business, deeper pools of local capital (especially long-term investors), a massive domestic market, and active government support for startups.

Most importantly, AI has dramatically reduced the barriers to experimentation. You can now build and test ideas that would have required entire teams and massive budgets just a few years ago.

Given all of these converging factors, if you've always had a dream to build something, there's never been a better time to take your shot.

[Michelle Labs @MolecularLab_]

The most powerful skill you can build is staying in a good mood for no reason.

Not because life is perfect—but because you trained your mind to expect good things.