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Sachin Tendulkar Foundation joins hands with Gates Foundation for child health and philanthropy
New Delhi, March 25: It was in 2023 that Anjali and Sachin Tendulkar met Bill Gates during the latter's visit to Mumbai. They found common ground in their thoughts on philanthropy and child health giving shape to a collaboration between the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) and the Gates Foundation (GF) to support holistic growth of children, according to a release from STF.
Madhusudan Agrawal, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Ajanta Pharma, conferred 'Consular of the Year' award
New Delhi, March 22: Madhusudan Agrawal, the Honorary Consul of Uganda in Mumbai, India (Western Zone) and a renowned philanthropist, has been honoured with the prestigious 'Consular of the Year' award by the Honorary Consular Corps Diplomatique-India (HCCD).
Madonna talks about what brought her 'so much closer' to her adopted kids
Los Angeles, March 22: Queen of pop Madonna revealed that she has become "so much closer" to her adopted children courtesy to the charity work they do together.
Exciting to see effective innovation done in a clever way: Bill Gates praises India's growth story
New Delhi, March 20: Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India's role in global innovation, emphasising the country's contributions in vaccines, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital infrastructure.
Soha Ali Khan enjoys an insightful encounter with Bill Gates
Mumbai, March 20: Actress Soha Ali Khan enjoyed an insightful encounter with American businessman and philanthropist Bill Gates.
Madonna urges her followers to contribute to child safety initiative in Malawi
Los Angeles, March 18: Singing legend Madonna is urging her fans to help her with a humanitarian cause. On Tuesday, the singer took to her Instagram, and shared a series of pictures from an event which was organised to raise awareness about child food and health safety in Malawi in East Africa.
They would do a different good deed every day...: Khloe Kardashian on Ambani family, Anant-Radhika wedding
Washington, March 13: The latest episode of The Kardashians featured Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian discussing their visit to India for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding, which took place last year.
Morari Bapu pledges financial support to boost education in tribal areas of Gujarat
Ahmedabad, March 13: In a gesture aimed at strengthening educational infrastructure in tribal regions, renowned spiritual leader Morari Bapu has announced a donation of Rs 1 lakh for every newly established school in the Songadh area of Gujarat.
Contributions to Fathers' Endowment campaign reach over AED 3.3 billion with participation of over 160,560 contributors
Dubai, March 11: The Fathers' Endowment campaign, launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has raised over AED 3.304 billion in contributions since its launch.
Angelina Jolie visits daughter Zahara in Alabama for speech about period poverty
Los Angeles, March 4: Hollywood star Angelina Jolie attended the mother-daughter brunch in Alabama, with her daughter Zahara to raise awareness for period poverty.
Mohammed Juma Al Naboodah contributes AED 20 million to Fathers' Endowment campaign
Dubai, March 1: Mohammed Juma Al Naboodah announced a contribution of AED 20 million in support of the Fathers' Endowment campaign, launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to honour fathers in the UAE. By establishing a sustainable endowment fund, the campaign aims to provide treatment and healthcare for the poor and needy.
Family businesses contribute 40 pc to private philanthropy: Report
New Delhi, February 27: Family businesses not only remain an integral part of the Indian economy, they also contribute around 40 per cent to private philanthropy, according to India Philanthropy Report 2025 (IPR) by Bain & Company and Dasra.
Union Law Minister highlights philanthropy's role in achieving social, legal equality
New Delhi New Delhi, February 21: Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal emphasized the importance of philanthropy in achieving social and legal equality at the launch of the KK Luthra Centre by Jindal Global Law School.
Nita Ambani shares what she considers her greatest achievements at Harvard India Conference
Boston, February 20: Reliance Foundation Founder and Chairperson Nita Ambani recently delivered a keynote address at Harvard India Conference, where shared what she considered her greatest achievements: raising three kind and compassionate children, nurturing 75,000 children who have graduated from her schools, and creating timeless institutions like Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) and Dhirubhai Ambani International School.
Nita Ambani honoured with Massachusetts Governor's citation for her philanthropic work
New Delhi, February 16: Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, has been honoured with the prestigious Governor's Citation by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey in recognition of her visionary leadership and exceptional contributions to society.
Jeet Adani's wedding reflects deep respect for humanity, says Manushi Chhillar
Mumbai, Feb 12: Actress and former beauty queen Manushi Chhillar said that the wedding of Jeet Adani, the son of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, reflects deep respect for humanity.
Sadhguru lauds Gautam Adani for donating Rs 10,000 crore for social causes
Guwahati, February 9: Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev on Sunday lauded billionaire industralist Gautam Adani for donating Rs 10,000 crore for social causes, saying that it is appreciable when somebody uses his resources for the well-being of the society.
At his son's wedding, Gautam Adani commits to 'seva' with a Rs 10,000 crore social donation
Ahmedabad, Feb 7: On his visit last month to the Maha Kumbh Mela, Gautam Adani had said that his son's wedding would be conducted in a "simple and traditional way".
EAM Jaishankar offer condolences on the passing of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV
New Delhi, February 6: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar offered his condolences on the passing of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV.
PM Modi condoles demise of eminent philanthropist and spiritual leader Prince Karim Aga Khan
New Delhi, Feb 5: Calling him a visionary who dedicated his entire life to service and spirituality, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the demise of noted billionaire philanthropist and spiritual leader Prince Karim Aga Khan IV.
PM Modi mourns death of billionaire philanthropist Prince Karim Aga Khan IV
New Delhi February 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday mourned the loss of billionaire philanthropist Prince Karim Aga Khan IV.
Adani family pledges support for newly married Divyang women
Ahmedabad, February 5: Ahead of the wedding of Jeet Adani, the younger son of industrialist Gautam Adani, the Adani family has announced 'Mangal Seva', a program to support newly married women with disabilities.
Sonu Sood meets Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu, donates four ambulances to state
Amravati, February 4: Actor Sonu Sood met Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and donated four ambulances to strengthen the healthcare services in the state.
Half a decade of transformative impact at Sachin Tendulkar Foundation
Mumbai, January 23: Marking half a decade of serving the less-privileged and the needy in ways that enable them to believe and take the lead, the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) held a close-knit celebration in Mumbai at The Bombay Club.
Mumbai: Coldplay singer Chris Martin attends five year anniversary celebration of Sachin Tendulkar Foundation
Mumbai, January 23: Coldplay singer Chris Martin attended a close-knit celebration of five year anniversary of the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation in Mumbai on Wednesday.
Smriti Irani highlights philanthropy's role in women-led development at WEF 2025
Davos, January 22: Union Minister Smriti Irani engaged in discussions with LIM Seok Hui, CEO of Philanthropy Asia Alliance, during the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos. The conversation emphasised the transformative role of philanthropy in promoting women-led development across key sectors such as health, education, and enterprise.
So much suffering: Taylor Swift donates to LA fire relief efforts
Los Angeles, January 17: In the wake of devastating California wildfires, singer Taylor Swift has lent a helping hand to the victims.
Priyanka grateful for her 'family's safety', expresses sadness over devastation caused by LA fires
Mumbai, Jan 16: Indian actress Priyanka Chopra has said that her heart is “so heavy” after the devastation the Los Angeles wildfires has caused and shared that she is deeply grateful for her family’s safety.
YouTube, Google donate USD 15 million for LA fire relief
Los Angeles, January 16: Video-sharing company, YouTube on Thursday announced that Google and they are contributing USD 15 million to provide relief in Los Angeles in support of their creator community.
Striking the Gong in support of landmark 20th edition of Mumbai Marathon
Mumbai, Jan 14: With over 60,000 fans expected to participate in the historic 20th edition of the Mumbai Marathon, which will be run on January 19, the organisers of the race in an attempt to drum up support have invited fans to join in celebrating the indomitable spirit of Mumbaikars by Striking the Gong.
'UAE stands with Lebanon' campaign concludes after collecting around AED190 million, 6000 tonnes of relief materials
Abu Dhabi, January 13: Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, Chairman of the International Philanthropic and Humanitarian Council, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, stressed that the massive response to the "UAE stands with Lebanon" campaign reflected the humanitarian and civilisational ethos of the country at the levels of the community, leadership, and government, which sprang from the great legacy of the founding father the late Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan who had emphasised the importance of extending a helping hand to all peoples in the throes of wars and disasters.
Eva Longoria donates $50,000 to families, workers impacted by Los Angeles fires
Los Angeles, Jan 13: Actress Eva Longoria is extending a helping hand to the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires. Recently, the actress, 49, shared an emotional video message on Instagram amid the ongoing wildfires.
It is the Almighty who has guided me to do what I am doing, says Gautam Adani
New Delhi, Jan 12: Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani has said he always feels that he has reached the position with the Almighty's blessings who guides him to do what he is doing and that the money and all the individual needs are very marginal.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel honours Centurion Blood Donors and Star Blood Donor Institutions
Gandhinagar, January 7: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended the 'Pride of Ahmedabad' award ceremony organised by the Indian Red Cross Society in Ahmedabad.
US: George Soros conferred America's highest civilian honour by President Biden; Musk calls it travesty
Washington DC, January 4: US President Joe Biden announced the list of recipients of the US Presidential Medal of Freedom on Saturday. Among the 19 names ranging across the world of politics, sports, philanthropy, included the name of entrepreneur George Soros.