Quote of the day by Jon Bon Jovi: ‘When you're about to give up and your heart's about to break…’ powerful truth about heartbreak, self-worth and refusing to give upQuote of the day: The lasting power of this quote comes from its simplicity. It offers reassurance without becoming overly sentimental and ...
29 May, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
Is India Inc's CSR truly driving systemic change or just shifting funds?Corporate India is entering a new phase of CSR. Spending is expected to cross ₹1.2 lakh crore by 2035. Companies are shifting towards syste...
21 May, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
To give, first get to know: Why India’s everyday generosity matters more than everIndia witnesses widespread everyday giving, with households contributing billions annually. While generosity is abundant, most gifts are ad...
21 May, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
A founder, a fortune, and Microsoft’s final separation from the Bill Gates empireThe Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust has completed its sale of Microsoft shares. This marks the end of a significant financial tie to ...
18 May, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Melinda French Gates: 'It's the mark of a backward society when...'—Top quotes by the co-founder of the Gates Foundation who's consistently listed among Forbes' 100 most powerful womenQuote of the Day: Melinda French Gates states that societies move backward when men make decisions for women. Her words champion equality a...
13 May, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
From joke to 50X jackpot: American billionaire's simple ‘India-born CEO’ stock-picking idea would have made you a millionaire in 15 yearsA old joke by financier Michael Milken about investing in US companies led by Indian-born CEOs has sparked renewed interest. New analysis s...
13 May, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Word of the day: LargesseGenerosity on a grand scale, known as 'largesse,' signifies substantial financial gifts, aid, or donations. This formal term, rooted in Lat...
08 Apr, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Word of the Day: EleemosynaryWord of the Day: Eleemosynary is more than just a complex term; it is a reflection of humanity’s long-standing commitment to helping others...
26 Mar, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
Abhishek Lodha pledges $2.5 billion to philanthropy, to transfer 1/5th Macrotech stakeAbhishek Lodha and his family, promoters of Macrotech Developers, pledge over $2.5 billion to philanthropic causes, transferring a signific...
28 Oct, 2024, 04.52 PM IST
Family philanthropists will play a pivotal role in building modern India: Amitabh KantThe 'Jedi talks' (Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) introduced this year as part of the Dasra Philanthropy Week highlighted the need ...
24 Mar, 2021, 08.43 AM IST
Pandemic didn't alter altruistic behaviour in Indians: Family philanthropy continued to flourish in 2020Despite this growth in funding, the social sector remains underserved.
17 Mar, 2021, 11.32 AM IST
Corporates could do more for public causes, CM KumaraswamyHD Kumaraswamy said Infosys has supported the police department with Rs 22 crore to upgrade technology at the cybercrime unit.
11 Oct, 2018, 10.55 AM IST
Corporate philanthropy: Inside Shiv Nadars' world of goodClassic example of corporate philanthropy is how the founder of the HCL group has expanded their philanthropic portfolio to promote art, ed...
16 Oct, 2017, 11.23 PM IST
Indian cos & individuals donated Rs 70,000 crore in 2016: StudyThe new CSR regulation in the Companies Act, more companies are required to invest about 2 per cent of their profits in social causes.
04 Mar, 2017, 04.54 PM IST
Supreme Court judge defends mandatory CSR provisionJustice Madan Lokur of the Supreme Court today said that it was a step towards realisation of directive principles of state policy enshrine...
27 Jul, 2015, 01.42 PM IST
New intent and bold innovations in corporate philanthropy'How much to give' is no longer the only debate in Indian philanthropy. Many have graduated to talks on 'how to give' to maximise social im...
23 Jun, 2012, 11.05 AM IST
- Beware dark side of corporate philanthropy
The givers should focus on exactly what needs to be done in each country and devise strategies accordingly.
26 Mar, 2011, 07.22 AM IST