News for 'Mukesh Ambani'

Bharti Leads CY25 Market-Cap Surge

Bharti Leads CY25 Market-Cap Surge

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

All three Bharti group companies outperformed in CY25 but the biggest gain came from Bharti Airtel, the flagship.

Fire breaks out at Mukesh Ambani's Antilia building in Mumbai

Fire breaks out at Mukesh Ambani's Antilia building in Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

The police and fire brigade were at the spot and the situation was under control.

Mukesh Ambani to be richest man in world in 2014: Forbes

Mukesh Ambani to be richest man in world in 2014: Forbes

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Forbes has listed a number of events that could happen over the next 10 years in the field of politics, energy, medicine, finance, society and technology.

Let mom decide: Mukesh Ambani

Let mom decide: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com11 Dec 2004

Mukesh Ambani has left 'all settlement issues' to her. A spokesperson said on Saturday night that Mukesh would abide by whatever decision she takes.

'I'd Convinced Ambani About Bumrah, IPL'

'I'd Convinced Ambani About Bumrah, IPL'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'If I was the India chief selector, I would have convinced Mukesh Ambani (Mumbai Indians owner) and Bumrah that it was important for Bumrah to miss the IPL for the England series, or play a lesser number of matches in the IPL.' 'I'm sure that they would have agreed to do so.'

Mukesh Ambani, Mahindra among those who give WEF a miss

Mukesh Ambani, Mahindra among those who give WEF a miss

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

As the WEF summit draws to a close on Saturday, a few big names from India including Mukesh Ambani and Anand Mahindra were missing in action while Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Jordan's King Abdullah II were among global leaders who cancelled their trips at the last moment.

India will drive digital content globally: Mukesh Ambani

India will drive digital content globally: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Hails country's recent digital highways and predicted India to become digital content capital of world.

Mukesh Ambani took home only Rs 15 cr as salary

Mukesh Ambani took home only Rs 15 cr as salary

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

At the same time, India's most valued corporate house also announced a new structure for salaries and remuneration of top executives wherein the pay packets would be capped, as against the prevailing system of commission linked to profits.

BoA pays Mukesh Ambani Rs 1.3 cr as director pay

BoA pays Mukesh Ambani Rs 1.3 cr as director pay

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

Amabni to relinquish the position next month to join BofA's non-fiduciary global advisory council.

When Will Jio Credit Reach AUM Level Of Rs 1 Trillion?

When Will Jio Credit Reach AUM Level Of Rs 1 Trillion?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

'We are staying away from making forward-looking statements on when we will reach 1 trillion, etc. But growth will be rapid; it's only a matter of time.'

Mukesh Ambani for urgent policy steps to make 2G 'part of history'

Mukesh Ambani for urgent policy steps to make 2G 'part of history'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

Earlier, Ambani had announced that RIL's telecom arm Jio will strive to make India free of 2G by migrating from feature phones to an affordable smartphone.

CPI-M leader takes a dig at Mukesh Ambani, Amitabh

CPI-M leader takes a dig at Mukesh Ambani, Amitabh

Rediff.com4 Apr 2008

Umanath, who mentioned people like Mukesh Ambani and Kalanidhi Maran too, got stuck when he came to Amitabh. "Amitabh Bachchan has amassed more than Rs 190 crore," he said, adding sarcastically, "Yes, the same Amitabh you see in that advertisement for chocolate."

'Don't create unwanted stories': Why MI Played Suryakumar As Impact Player vs KKR

'Don't create unwanted stories': Why MI Played Suryakumar As Impact Player vs KKR

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene explains that Suryakumar Yadav's role as an impact substitute in the IPL opener was a precautionary measure due to a minor groin issue.

Shiv Nadar tops philanthropy list, Mukesh Ambani is third

Shiv Nadar tops philanthropy list, Mukesh Ambani is third

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

Nadar and his family donated Rs 826 crore, while Azim Premji gave Rs 453 crore and Ambani parted with Rs 402 crore, according to the Edelgive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2019.

Telecom: Mukesh Ambani keen to join hands with Mittal

Telecom: Mukesh Ambani keen to join hands with Mittal

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani on Monday said his company is open to joining hands with Bharti Airtel for improving telecom network for 4G services in Punjab.

Economy to grow 13-fold to $40 trillion by 2047: Mukesh Ambani

Economy to grow 13-fold to $40 trillion by 2047: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

India is likely to become a $40 trillion economy by 2047 -- a 13-fold jump from its current size -- driven primarily by a clean energy revolution and digitalisation, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Tuesday. Ambani's estimate for the Indian economy, currently the fifth largest in the world behind only the US, China, Japan and Germany, is more optimistic than Asia's richest man Gautam Adani, who last week stated that India will become a $30 trillion economy by 2050 on back of rising consumption and socio-economic reforms. "From a 3 trillion-dollar economy, India will grow to become a 40 trillion-dollar economy by 2047, ranking among the top three economies of the world," Ambani said at the 10th convocation of Pandit Deendayal Energy University in Gandhinagar.

At 41st AGM, Mukesh Ambani faces shareholders' ire

At 41st AGM, Mukesh Ambani faces shareholders' ire

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Shareholders were upset with RIL's increasing focus on non-core areas and its reluctance to pay dividends

Ambani flies to Qatar to meet Trump, 2nd meeting since inauguration

Ambani flies to Qatar to meet Trump, 2nd meeting since inauguration

Rediff.com14 May 2025

The richest Asian Mukesh Ambani is flying to Doha to meet US President Donald Trump, his second meeting since Trump returned to presidency in January this year.

Mukesh Ambani in 4G push; eyes hi-tech security biz

Mukesh Ambani in 4G push; eyes hi-tech security biz

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

Next-generation security and disaster management business seems to be next on the radar of Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries, which will utilise its 4G telecom services for this new initiative.

Guess how much salary Anant Ambani will draw as executive director of RIL

Guess how much salary Anant Ambani will draw as executive director of RIL

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Anant Ambani, the youngest son of billionaire Mukesh Ambani and the first among three siblings to be appointed executive director on flagship Reliance Industries, will be paid Rs 10-20 crore salary annually plus a host of perks including a commission on company profits, according to a shareholder notice. While the richest Asian's all three children - twins Akash and Isha, and Anant - were inducted on board of the oil-to-telecom-and-retail conglomerate in 2023 as non-executive directors, the youngest of the three was in April this year appointed executive director of Reliance Industries Ltd.

Why Mukesh Ambani's private firms are in the slow lane

Why Mukesh Ambani's private firms are in the slow lane

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

The company had received a loan restructuring package from banks under the 5/25 scheme last year.

Think of RIL when you fly or drive a car: Mukesh Ambani

Think of RIL when you fly or drive a car: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com19 Nov 2010

"We process about 2 per cent of the world's transportation fuels. So, whenever you fly or drive a car or things move in a truck, think about Reliance," Ambani said delving into evolution of the petrochemicals major at an award function in New York.

HC exempts Mukesh Ambani from appearance in a criminal case

HC exempts Mukesh Ambani from appearance in a criminal case

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

The case relates to the company allegedly developing a software that helps users increase probability of a child of particular gender.

Mukesh Ambani is the world's 10th richest man!

Mukesh Ambani is the world's 10th richest man!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

Jeff Bezos of Amazon tops the list for the second consecutive year with networth of $147 billion.

Mukesh Ambani's wealth grew 67% last year, is India's richest for 10th time

Mukesh Ambani's wealth grew 67% last year, is India's richest for 10th time

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Forbes said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "economic experiments" barely affected India's billionaires while none gained more than oil-and-gas tycoon Mukesh Ambani, who cemented his decade-long hold on the top slot by adding a staggering USD 15.3 billion (67 per cent) to his last year's wealth to become one of Asia's top five richest.

Jio Financial formalises general insurance foray with Allianz

Jio Financial formalises general insurance foray with Allianz

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Jio Financial Services and Munich-based Allianz Group have signed a binding agreement to establish a 50:50 joint venture for general and health insurance in India, building on an earlier reinsurance partnership.

Bank of India tags RCom, Anil Ambani as frauds

Bank of India tags RCom, Anil Ambani as frauds

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

After the State Bank of India, Bank of India has classified the loan account of insolvent Reliance Communications as fraudulent and named its former director, tycoon Anil Ambani, citing alleged fund diversion in 2016, according to a regulatory filing. State-owned Bank of India granted a Rs 700 crore loan in August 2016 to Reliance Communications for its ongoing capital and operational expenditure and repayment of existing liabilities.

Four generations of Ambanis take a dip at Maha Kumbh

Four generations of Ambanis take a dip at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and his family participated in the Maha Kumbh on Tuesday, taking a dip in the Sangam and attending a yagya at Parmarth Triveni Pushp in Arail. The family, including Ambani's mother, sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, and siblings, were accompanied by Ambani's mother-in-law and sister-in-law. They joined millions at the spiritual pilgrimage at the confluence of the sacred waters of Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati. The family also prayed for "global peace and welfare" at the Vishwa Shanti Yagya.

After Network 18, Mukesh Ambani wants to buy Financial Times

After Network 18, Mukesh Ambani wants to buy Financial Times

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

If the deal is indeed being considered, this will be the first time that Ambani will be putting his money in a print media venture since he and his younger brother, Anil Ambani, split businesses to form their own groups

Cheap oil makes Mukesh Ambani a stinky rich man

Cheap oil makes Mukesh Ambani a stinky rich man

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

Reliance earned $11.50 for every barrel of crude that it processed during the last three months of the calendar year - almost 60 per cent more than a year earlier.

Mukesh Ambani is richest Indian, Flipkart founders in top 100

Mukesh Ambani is richest Indian, Flipkart founders in top 100

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Flipkart's co-founders Sachin and Binni Bansal made their debut at 86th position with a net worth of $1.3 billion each.

Mukesh Ambani aims to make world's cheapest green hydrogen

Mukesh Ambani aims to make world's cheapest green hydrogen

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Reliance Industries will by 2030 create or enable capacity to generate at least 100 gigawatts of electricity from renewable sources, which can be converted into carbon-free green hydrogen, its chairman Mukesh Ambani said Friday as he outlined a 1-1-1 vision to bring down the cost of hydrogen to under $1 per 1 kg in 1 decade. The focus on generating electricity from renewable sources of energy such as solar and wind -will help cut carbon emissions in the world's third-largest greenhouse gas emitter. The same electricity, when converted into green hydrogen, can replace petrol and diesel in automobiles and other fuels in the industry, helping cut down on the use of fossil fuels, carbon emissions and reduce import dependence.

PIX: Bachchans at Mukesh Ambani's party

PIX: Bachchans at Mukesh Ambani's party

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Bollywood came in huge number to attend Mukesh Ambani's party.

A new Reliance: Can Mukesh Ambani pull off a transformation?

A new Reliance: Can Mukesh Ambani pull off a transformation?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

At the heart of one of the biggest transformations in India's corporate history lies a plan to offer super-fast broadband services.

Reliance is net-debt free after fund raising: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance is net-debt free after fund raising: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Ambani said Reliance raised Rs 1.15 lakh crore from global tech investors by selling a little less than a quarter of the firm's digital arm, Jio Platforms Ltd, and another Rs 53,124.20 crore through a rights issue.

India at cusp of becoming premier digital society: Mukesh Ambani

India at cusp of becoming premier digital society: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Speaking at a fireside chat with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, he said the big change driving this transformation was the deepening of mobile networks which were working at a much faster pace than before.

Mukesh Ambani says Reliance now has strong balance sheet to support growth

Mukesh Ambani says Reliance now has strong balance sheet to support growth

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

After record fund raising, Reliance Industries now has a strong balance sheet with high liquidity that will support growth plans for its three hyper-growth engines, Jio, Retail and oil-to-chemicals, according to the firm's chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani. In the company's latest annual report released on Wednesday, he said the company sold minority stakes in Jio Platforms -- the unit that houses its telecom and digital business -- and retail arm for almost Rs 2 lakh crore and raised another Rs 53,124 crore through rights issue.

Mukesh Ambani's wealth equals Estonia's GDP: Forbes

Mukesh Ambani's wealth equals Estonia's GDP: Forbes

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

The total wealth of India's top five billionaires, which stands at a whopping $83.7 billion, is more than the cost of 1,230 Mars Orbiter 'Mangalyaan' Missions and is more than 18 times the cost of hosting the 2016 Rio Olympics

Nita Ambani Honours Rohit, Hardik, SKY

Nita Ambani Honours Rohit, Hardik, SKY

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

A unique 'wave of honour' swept through the venue as Nita and Mukesh Ambani joined the players and the audience, commemorating the team's incredible feat.

Mukesh Ambani caps own pay at Rs 15 crore; others gets hike

Mukesh Ambani caps own pay at Rs 15 crore; others gets hike

Rediff.com25 May 2010

The remuneration for 2009-10 fiscal to Mukesh Ambani, the country's richest person with a net worth of $29 billion and fourth wealthiest in the world as per Forbes magazine, is still higher than any other director of Reliance Industries.