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In 1979, Rahul Mehta’s parents sold their gold and silver to fund his first semester in America; decades later, he helped establish eight schools across six IITsRahul Mehta, after selling four companies, now invests in India's intellectual capital. His foundation supports academic programs at IITs, ...06 Sep, 2026, 09.28 AM IST- Jeff Bezos's ex-wife MacKenzie Scott has given over $1 billion to HBCUs: From a $42 million gift to Elizabeth City State to $80 million for Howard University, here’s the full listJeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott’s donations: MacKenzie Scott has donated more than $1 billion to historically Black colleges and univer...04 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- Philanthropy Asia Alliance expands India network, partners with Dasra and backs two social venturesExpanding its footprint in India, Philanthropy Asia Alliance is collaborating with Dasra to enhance support for ventures such as Rocket Lea...03 Sep, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
- Hanuman Ansh: The saint linked to Apple, Google, Facebook and eBayA film about Neem Karoli Baba has surprised box offices, sparking renewed interest in the Indian saint. Richard Alpert, later Ram Dass, int...02 Sep, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
- Dolly Parton wasn't just travelin' thruHer remarkable legacy lies not just in her music, but in her empathy, progressive politics and extraordinary philanthropy.29 Aug, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- Bill Gates, alarmed by AI, has policy ideas he wants to discuss with China's Xi JinpingThe Microsoft cofounder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates told Reuters in an interview that he believes China might agree to restri...26 Aug, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
- AVPN Global Conference 2026 opens in Delhi, calls for Asia-led solutions and coordinated capitalThe AVPN Global Conference 2026 has officially kicked off in New Delhi, marking a first for the city. With participation from around two th...26 Aug, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
- Capital, technology and scale: The business blueprint for India’s critical-care futureCPR co-founders Dr Satya Garimella and Krishna Kottapalli discuss the business challenges of scaling critical-care infrastructure, from cap...24 Aug, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
- See you, CIO: Why India’s family offices are struggling to hire and retain investment chiefsIndian family offices are transitioning from wealth protection to professional investment management. Finding and keeping skilled Chief Inv...09 Aug, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
- Tata Trusts plans 40-50 hospitals, pushes for more world-class universities in IndiaTata Trusts plans to build 40-50 general hospitals nationwide. The organization will also focus on creating world-class educational institu...02 Aug, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
- Longevity of partners matters most in a Joint Venture: Tata Trusts Chairman Noel TataNoel Tata highlighted partner chemistry as key to successful joint ventures. He also outlined Tata Trusts' future plans for institution-bui...02 Aug, 2026, 06.49 PM IST
- Happiness habit of the day by JRD Tata: ‘I do the best of what is available, and I'm happy’. A life lesson from industrialist, philanthropist, and Bharat Ratna awardee on living with purpose and living happilyJRD Tata viewed happiness as more than luxury, travel or material success. In an interview with Rajiv Mehrotra, he said, “I do the best of ...02 Aug, 2026, 08.18 AM IST
- ET Family Business Awards: Serum Institute, Mankind, Varun Beverages among winners in the limelightSeveral Indian family businesses received awards for their significant contributions. Serum Institute of India was honored for philanthropi...31 Jul, 2026, 01.37 AM IST
- No Bill Gates or Warren Buffett. Madhavan is in awe of Indian philanthropist who has donated over $100 billion, world's highest everActor Madhavan recently paid a homage to later business tycoon Jamsetji Tata, who was the founder of Tata Group, India’s largest conglomera...29 Jul, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- After selling his tech company for an eight-figure fortune, this Canadian entrepreneur spent $1.5 million building 99 tiny homes to help homeless people rebuild their livesCanadian entrepreneur Marcel LeBrun invested his fortune into building a tiny-home village. This project offers permanent housing and vital...19 Jul, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
- Jitendra Singh releases Rs 1,500 crore under third phase of Biomedical Research Career ProgrammeUnion Minister Jitendra Singh released fifteen hundred crore rupees for the Biomedical Research Career Programme. This funding supports out...15 Jul, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
- For India's young turks, giving back to society starts early: How startup founders are redefining philanthropy by donating wealth in their 30s & 40sYoung Indian entrepreneurs are reshaping philanthropy with early and impact-focused giving. This generation deploys significant capital to ...11 Jul, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
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