Mukesh Ambani

Reliance Consumer Products, under Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, is set to establish a new Campa Cola bottling plant in Bihar with an investment of Rs 1,000 crore. This move follows the launch of a similar plant in Assam, marking Campa Cola's expansion in eastern and northeastern India.

The US administration is engaging in trade discussions with India, seeking to provide full market access for online retailers like Amazon and Walmart in India's burgeoning ecommerce sector, according to report from Financial Times. This push comes amid potential tariff increases and aims to address what the US considers non-tariff barriers, such as restrictions on foreign ecommerce enterprises and product inspections.

India's IPL cricket frenzy is fuelling massive gambling, straining banks' IT systems, particularly due to the surge in real-time transactions via the UPI interface. Why this is an elephant in the room that needs to be tackled

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Elon Musk discussed enhancing technology and innovation collaboration between India and the US, building on their previous meeting. Tesla and Starlink's potential entry into the Indian market was a key topic, with Tesla exploring manufacturing and Starlink partnering with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. “

India's top billionaires, including Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, faced a combined $10.3 billion hit due to a major stock market crash driven by global trade conflicts and US recession concerns.

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Klaus Schwab, the founder of the World Economic Forum (WEF), has stepped down as Chairperson and Board of Trustees member after 55 years. The WEF board has appointed Vice Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as interim Chairman and formed a committee to find a permanent successor. The board acknowledged Schwab's contributions in establishing the WEF as a platform for global cooperation.

Indian stocks with significant US market exposure are facing heavy selling pressure amid growing recession fears in the US and a potential global slowdown. Concerns over high US import tariffs and retaliatory measures are impacting sectors like auto, metals, software, and pharma.

Indian stock markets plummeted on Monday, mirroring global anxieties over potential US tariffs. The Sensex saw its worst single-day drop in 10 months, causing investors to lose ₹14 lakh crore. Tata Group's market capitalization fell significantly, while Reliance Group also faced substantial losses.

As the IPL season unfolds, attention extends beyond Rohit Sharma's cricketing prowess to his family life. His daughter, Samaira, attends Dhirubhai Ambani International School, a prestigious institution favored by India's elite. The school, founded by Nita Ambani, boasts a world-class curriculum and luxurious facilities, with fees ranging from Rs 14 lakh to Rs 20 lakh.

RIL shares dropped 7.4% to a 52-week low amid global market decline due to trade disputes and recession fears. The stock's value decreased by 12.7% in six sessions, reducing RIL's market capitalisation by Rs 2.26 lakh crore. Technical analysis indicates continued pressure.

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In 2025, New York City is at the top with 123 billionaires, whose combined worth is $759 billion, followed by Moscow with 90 billionaires and $409 billion. These tech- and finance-dominated cities reflect the increasing role of AI and informatics in generating wealth. The top 10 cities combined have 25% of the world's billionaires, who control $3.3 trillion in assets.

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, faced a significant drop in wealth, exiting the global top 10 richest list due to rising debt levels. However, he remains Asia's richest person. Elon Musk became the world's wealthiest with $420 billion net worth.

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Donald Trump's tariffs have triggered global market turmoil, with Asian markets plummeting and Indian markets experiencing significant losses. Investors are selling shares of companies with US exposure, and foreign investors are pulling out funds. Experts warn of a potential global recession and stagflation, though some remain optimistic about India's long-term growth.

India establishes itself as a major financial power, with Razorpay founders Shashank Kumar and Harshil Mathur becoming the country's youngest billionaires. With a growing number of billionaires and significant contributions to global wealth, India's economic influence strengthens. Elon Musk remains the world's richest individual with a net worth of $420 billion.

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The Madras high court granted interim anticipatory bail to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra after his video mocking Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde caused outrage. The video, featuring political satire and criticisms of various leaders, led to threats and an FIR against Kamra.

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding bash in Jamnagar saw a surprise performance by Shah Rukh, Salman, and Aamir Khan. The iconic trio, who planned their skit just 30 minutes prior, entertained guests with a playful mock fight and dance number. Ram Charan later joined them on stage.

The US has regained its position as the global leader in billionaires, surpassing China after a decade with 870 billionaires. India ranks third with 284 billionaires. New York remains the billionaire capital of the world, while Shanghai tops in Asia. Key sectors driving billionaire growth include Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, and Healthcare.

Elon Musk has claimed his title as the world's richest person again, with his net worth reaching $420 billion due to an 82% increase primarily from Tesla's stock surge. However, his wealth decreased by $100 billion post-January 2025 due to competition and investor concerns.

India’s tax authorities have demanded $601 million from Samsung and its local executives for alleged tariff evasion on telecommunications equipment imports. Despite Samsung’s efforts to contest the classification and abandon the investigation, customs officials have allegedly found violations.

Elon Musk's social media presence created a stir after a controversial tweet addressing his daughter Vivian Wilson's transition, leading to a public response from her. Vivian, a transgender woman and advocate for trans rights, corrected Musk and criticized his behavior, highlighting their strained relationship.