“My father could not read and write”: How Dolly Parton’s father inspired her global literacy mission that has sent 270 million books to kids across US, UK, CanadaDolly Parton’s lifelong philanthropy was deeply inspired by her father, who could not read or write. Her personal mission evolved into the ...
26 Aug, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
Dolly Parton's final wish: Farmer’s daughter, known for glittering costumes, wanted to be buried in “a beautiful bed of plush cotton”Dolly Parton's final wish revealed: Dolly Parton, an icon of country music, expressed her wish for a serene and cozy resting place, as shar...
26 Aug, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
Quote of the day by Mother Teresa, 'We think sometimes that poverty is only being hungry, naked and homeless. The poverty of being unwanted, unloved and uncared for is the greatest poverty. We must start in our own homes to remedy this kind of poverty' teaches timeless powerful lessons on compassion, caring, empathy, human connection, gratitude, happiness, friendship, companionship, relationshipQuote of the day by Mother Teresa reminds us that poverty has many dimensions, and some of the deepest forms cannot be measured by money. T...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.18 PM IST
'Risks weakening worker safeguards': Congress on Supreme Court's recent industry definition judgementThe Supreme Court has redefined the term 'industry' for new labor cases. This ruling will not affect past or pending cases under the old la...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Quote of the day by Tiger Woods, 'If you are given a chance to be a role model, I think you should always take it because you can influence a person's life in a positive light, and that's what I want to do. That's what it's all about' teaches timeless powerful lesson on how to become idol, achieve success in career, work, relationship, love, friendshipQuote of the day by Tiger Woods is a powerful reminder that influence carries an opportunity to make someone else’s life better. Becoming a...
22 Aug, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
John Paul DeJoria was once homeless and recycled soda bottles for money; then he turned $700 into a billion-dollar empireJohn Paul DeJoria's inspiring journey from the depths of poverty and homelessness to co-founding both John Paul Mitchell Systems and Patrón...
20 Aug, 2026, 09.56 PM IST
Matrix star Keanu Reeves reportedly donated 70% of his $45 million earnings after his sister's battle with leukaemia; by 2009, his private foundation aided hospitals involved in cancer researchKeanu Reeves donated 70% of his Matrix salary to cancer research, a claim that has spread widely online for years. But the real story is mo...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
Noel Tata, Darius Khambata, Deepak Parekh meet to discuss Tata Sons succession after N Chandrasekaran's exitN Chandrasekaran will remain chairman of Tata Sons till February 20, 2027. The Tata Sons AGM adjournment delayed a significant dividend pay...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
MacKenzie Scott has given away nearly half her fortune, but Elon Musk says she is ‘making the world a worse place’Billionaire MacKenzie Scott has faced backlash from conservative circles over her extensive philanthropic efforts. Notable individuals, inc...
20 Aug, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Income tax dept has identified suspicious entities that sent money abroad, launches verification drive; Know what to doBased on ground intelligence and analysis of data, Income tax dept Income tax dept has identified suspicious entities who sent money abroad...
19 Aug, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
Income Tax Department launches nationwide verification of suspicious foreign remittancesThe Income Tax Department has launched a nationwide verification exercise into suspicious foreign remittances after identifying several ent...
19 Aug, 2026, 09.42 AM IST
Over 2 years, across Miami-Dade, more than 9,000 trees reveal a hidden journey of heat: Mature canopies can pull temperatures down by 10°F, turning scorching streets into cooler urban spaces for residentsTrees offer significant cooling benefits to urban areas. FIU researchers found that tree canopy coverage can reduce temperatures by ten deg...
18 Aug, 2026, 10.23 PM IST
Blood donation camps don’t qualify for GST exemption, Gujarat AAR rulesGujarat's AAR ruled blood donation camps are not charitable for GST exemption. Yoga camps, however, were deemed charitable activities and e...
15 Aug, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
IRS announces new rules Trump Accounts for contribution towards employees’ dependent children. All you need to knowEmployers can now contribute $2,500 each year to Trump Accounts designed for children's savings. Alongside this, employees have the option ...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.06 AM IST
Gujarat studies Maharashtra model to tackle nearly 100,000 defunct trustsGujarat is studying Maharashtra’s legal and technology reforms as it prepares to amend its public trust law and improve oversight of charit...
12 Aug, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
From coffee to cars: Inside the Tata empire as its chairman steps downN Chandrasekaran will leave Tata Sons as chairman after failing to secure board approval for his reappointment, amid tensions with Tata Tru...
12 Aug, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
MacKenzie Scott faced criticism from Elon Musk and Katie Miller over her $26 billion philanthropy: Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife drew backlash over donations to 'progressive causes'MacKenzie Scott’s $26 billion philanthropic legacy came under renewed scrutiny after Elon Musk and Katie Miller criticized the billionaire’...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.48 PM IST