Ratan Tata

History Today: How the Taliban tried to silence Malala Yousafzai but failed

On October 9, 2012, the Taliban in Pakistan stopped a van ferrying school girls and asked that they identify one girl — Malala Yousafzai. On her identification, they fired three shots at her, one hitting her in the head. The reason to try to kill her: she spoke out against the prohibition of education for girls. Malala went on to survive the shooting and became the youngest ever Nobel Peace Prize winner

Ratan Tata's Rs 3800-crore will revealed. But who gets what?

A new report has shed light on how Ratan Tata’s estate will be divided between his heirs. While most of it has been given to charity, Tata has also included his family, friends, staff and pets in his will. The document also has a fascinating clause that may result in one of the beneficiaries potentially being cut out of it entirely. Let’s take a closer look

This Week in Explainers: How BJP wrested power from AAP in Delhi

The BJP is returning to power in Delhi after nearly three decades with a decisive mandate. The AAP’s loss was compounded by the defeat of its top leaders including chief Arvind Kejriwal. But what worked for the saffron party this time? We answer this and more in our weekly wrap from India

Ratan Tata’s will: Meet Mohini Mohan Dutta, who may inherit Rs 500 crore

As per his will, the late industrialist Ratan Tata bequeathed a third of his residual assets to Mohini Mohan Dutta. The 74-year-old, who first met Tata in Jamshedpur, was reportedly a close associate of 60 years

How Shantanu Naidu went from Ratan Tata’s millennial manager to top role at Tata Motors

Shantanu Naidu, late industrialist Ratan Tata’s close confidant, has been appointed general manager of the strategist initiatives wing in Tata Motors. Sharing the achievement, he also revealed his personal connection with the company

Who are Maya and Leah Tata, who have now been appointed to Ratan Tata Institute's board?

Leah Tata and her sister Maya, daughters of Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata, have been appointed to the board of trustees of the Sir Ratan Tata Industrial Institute (SRTII). While Leah is associated with Tata’s luxury hotels, her younger sibling is with Tata Digital

26/11: When Ratan Tata stood on pavement outside Taj Hotel while hostages were rescued

On November 26, 2008, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists laid siege to Mumbai's iconic Taj Hotel. At least 33, including patrons and staff, were killed during the attack and several were held hostage. As rescue operations continued for three days, Ratan Tata, chairman of the Taj-owned Tata Group, stood outside the hotel. Later, Tata vowed to support the families of staff who lost their lives in the terror attack

'Patriotism shone brightest in times of crisis': Modi pens tribute to Ratan Tata, read full text

On Saturday, the prime minister shared an emotional tribute to the beloved billionaire, elucidating the contribution he made to the country

Half-sisters, dog Tito, and Shantanu Naidu: Who gets what in Ratan Tata’s will?

Following his death earlier in the month, questions continue to rise about Ratan Tata's Rs 10,000-crore estate. The industrialist, in his will, had portioned his assets to his half-sisters, Shireen and Deanna Jejeebhoy, his brother Jimmy Tata, his devoted butler, and his assistant Shantanu Naidu. One part of his wealth has also been willed to his pet dog, Tito

This Week in Explainers: Baba Siddique’s murder and its link to Lawrence Bishnoi gang and Salman Khan

NCP (Ajit Pawar camp) leader Baba Siddique’s murder last weekend sent shockwaves across India. The notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the attack. The syndicate is also after Bollywood actor Salman Khan and comic Munawar Faruqui. Here’s all this and more in our weekly wrap