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Mukesh Ambani meets Trump, Emir of Qatar in Doha

Mukesh Ambani meets Trump, Emir of Qatar in Doha

Rediff.com15 May 2025

A Reuters report stated that the high-profile meeting reflects Ambani's growing influence in global business and diplomacy. Over the years, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), the country's sovereign wealth fund, has invested in several Reliance ventures.

Anant Ambani steps in to save 80 hippos from Colombia cull, offers India home

Anant Ambani steps in to save 80 hippos from Colombia cull, offers India home

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Anant Mukesh Ambani has appealed to Colombia to suspend a plan to cull 80 hippopotamuses and instead allow their relocation to his wildlife facility in India, offering to fund and execute the operation.

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

RIL Flags 'Extreme Volatility' Risks from West Asia Conflict, Silent on Jio IPO

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has expressed caution regarding 'extreme volatility' risks stemming from the West Asian conflict, which could impact global oil demand and the company's margins, while also noting that near-term retail consumption demand may remain sensitive to macro conditions. Chairman Mukesh Ambani, in the annual report, remained silent on the timeline for Jio Platforms' anticipated public listing, stating the group will 'continue to evaluate strategic pathways'.

RIL beats estimates with record quarterly EBITDA; YoY profit falls

RIL beats estimates with record quarterly EBITDA; YoY profit falls

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd reported a 22 per cent year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit for the June quarter, primarily because the previous year's earnings were inflated by a one-time gain from the sale of its stake in Asian Paints.

How much salary does Mukesh Ambani draw?

How much salary does Mukesh Ambani draw?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Asia's richest man Mukesh Ambani drew nil salary from his oil-to-telecom-and-retail conglomerate Reliance Industries for the fifth year in a row and dividends remain his main source of earnings. Ambani, 68, had capped his annual remuneration at Rs 15 crore from financial year 2008-09 (April 2008 to March 2009) to 2019-20 (FY20); and since FY21, he opted to forego his salary, due to COVID-19 pandemic, until the company and all its businesses were fully back to their earnings potential.

Mukesh Ambani is back as India's richest, Gautam Adani second: Hurun

Mukesh Ambani is back as India's richest, Gautam Adani second: Hurun

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Mukesh Ambani has reclaimed his position as the richest Indian, overtaking Gautam Adani, according to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 released on Wednesday. With a wealth of Rs. 9.55 lakh crore ($105 billion), the 68-year-old Reliance chairman returned to the top spot, while Adani, 63, and his family followed closely with Rs. 8.15 lakh crore.

'Irrfan's Contribution To Cinema Remains Eternal'

'Irrfan's Contribution To Cinema Remains Eternal'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Honouring the late Irrfan Khan's enduring legacy, a compelling documentary A Story That Refused to Die, chronicling his transformative journey during the making of Paan Singh Tomar, is set to be screened at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre on his sixth death anniversary.

Zee To Broadcast 2026 Football World Cup In India

Zee To Broadcast 2026 Football World Cup In India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Zee Entertainment said on Monday it had secured the rights to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 38 other FIFA events through 2034.

AI, a divine wish-fulfilling cow of our age: Mukesh Ambani

AI, a divine wish-fulfilling cow of our age: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence and allied deep technologies are boosting productivity, efficiency and human potential to unimaginable levels, Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Friday describing the "miraculous power" of AI as new 'kamdhenu', the divine wish-fulfilling cow.

Spotted: Mukesh Ambani at Trump inauguration with Big 4

Spotted: Mukesh Ambani at Trump inauguration with Big 4

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

It was an aha! moment to spot India's leading industrialist at the service at St John's church ahead of Trump's inauguration, and then to see him heading to US Capitol Hill Rotunda for the inauguration in the company of the Big 4 - Tim Cook of Apple, Jeff Bezos of Amazon, Sundar Pichai of Google and Mark Zuckerburg of Meta/Facebook.

Cannes: Urvashi Rautela Recreated Gigi Hadid's Sari Look

Cannes: Urvashi Rautela Recreated Gigi Hadid's Sari Look

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The moment Urvashi Rautela walked onto the Cannes Film Festival 2026 red carpet in an ivory and gold sari look, fashion girlies collectively went: 'Wait... haven't we seen this before?'

Mukesh Ambani's ambitious vision for the next 10 years

Mukesh Ambani's ambitious vision for the next 10 years

Rediff.com1 May 2025

India's versatile media and entertainment industry can grow more than three-fold to $100 billion in the next decade, creating millions of jobs and a ripple effect across sectors, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Thursday.

Zee Entertainment in talks to stream 2026 FIFA World Cup in India

Zee Entertainment in talks to stream 2026 FIFA World Cup in India

Rediff.com27 May 2026

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just weeks away, uncertainty over India's broadcast rights continues amid legal intervention and concerns over free-to-air access for football fans.

Mukesh Ambani donates Rs 151 crore to his alma mater

Mukesh Ambani donates Rs 151 crore to his alma mater

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Reliance Industries chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani announced an unconditional grant of Rs 151 crore to his alma mater the Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai. Ambani had graduated from ICT in the 1970s.

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Who are the special fathers of these famous Indians? The paternal figures responsible for putting them on the right path and helping them find greatness.

Will India miss out on FIFA World Cup Broadcast?

Will India miss out on FIFA World Cup Broadcast?

Rediff.com19 May 2026

FIFA officials are visiting India this week to try and resolve a deadlock over broadcast rights for next month's World Cup, with millions of Indian soccer fans potentially missing out on the tournament.

Like Urvashi's Pearl Gown, Princess Diana Clutch? Vote

Like Urvashi's Pearl Gown, Princess Diana Clutch? Vote

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Urvashi Rautela turned heads at the Cannes Film Festival 2026 with her exquisite pearl and crystal gown, a Princess Diana-inspired clutch, and an ivory-and-gold sari that sparked comparisons to Gigi Hadid's iconic look.

Jio IPO Set To Break All Records

Jio IPO Set To Break All Records

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Only 2.5 per cent of the equity in Jio Platforms will be offloaded through the OFS route -- meant for secondary share sale.

'When You Empower A Woman, You Empower A Family'

'When You Empower A Woman, You Empower A Family'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

'You empower a man, you are not necessarily empowering a family, you are just empowering him.'

Ambani's Reliance to Invest Rs 10 Lakh Crore in AI Revolution

Ambani's Reliance to Invest Rs 10 Lakh Crore in AI Revolution

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Mukesh Ambani announced a 10 lakh crore investment by Reliance Industries to revolutionize artificial intelligence in India, focusing on building sovereign compute infrastructure and making AI accessible and affordable for all.

No IPL in Bangladesh! JioStar terminates broadcast deal

No IPL in Bangladesh! JioStar terminates broadcast deal

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

JioStar has terminated its broadcast deals in Bangladesh for IPL 2026, saying its local partner defaulted on payments.

Aiming to list Jio in first half of 2026: Mukesh Ambani

Aiming to list Jio in first half of 2026: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Reliance Jio, India's biggest telecom operator, is planning to launch an initial public offering (IPO) and listing on bourses in the first half of 2026, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Friday. Jio is currently a unit of Reliance Industries Ltd, India's most valuable company.

NIA Rejects Sachin Waze's Plea in Antilia Bomb Scare Case

NIA Rejects Sachin Waze's Plea in Antilia Bomb Scare Case

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The NIA has opposed former policeman Sachin Waze's discharge plea in the Antilia bomb scare and Mansukh Hiren murder case, stating he was directly involved in the crime.

Massive 'economic storm' on the way: Rahul slams Modi

Massive 'economic storm' on the way: Rahul slams Modi

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has warned of a severe economic crisis looming over India, criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's economic policies and foreign travels.

A Night Out With Kalyani, Dulquer, Naga Chaitanya

A Night Out With Kalyani, Dulquer, Naga Chaitanya

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Dhurandhar was a big winner at the Indian National Cinema Academy Awards, held at Mumbai's Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre.

IPL Franchises Race Towards $15 Billion Valuations

IPL Franchises Race Towards $15 Billion Valuations

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders, owned by the Shah Rukh Khan family and Mehta Group, emerged as the most valuable franchise.

How Irrfan Khan's Romanticism Influenced 'Piku'

How Irrfan Khan's Romanticism Influenced 'Piku'

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Shoojit Sircar reveals Irrfan Khan's romantic sensibilities almost altered the ending of 'Piku'. Sircar shared this anecdote at a special screening of a documentary on Irrfan's film 'Paan Singh Tomar'.

RIL to be a deep-tech, advanced manufacturing powerhouse: Mukesh Ambani

RIL to be a deep-tech, advanced manufacturing powerhouse: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Reliance Industries (RIL), India's largest conglomerate, is set to pivot into a deeptech and advanced manufacturing enterprise, chairman and managing director (CMD) Mukesh Ambani said. "In artificial intelligence, our purpose is clear: to address complex societal challenges and create wealth for the nation and its people.

Prudential to acquire 75% stake in Bharti Life Insurance for Rs 3,500 crore

Prudential to acquire 75% stake in Bharti Life Insurance for Rs 3,500 crore

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Prudential plc has announced its acquisition of a 75 per cent stake in Bharti Life Insurance for approximately 3,500 crore, a strategic move to secure majority ownership in the Indian life insurance market. This acquisition necessitates Prudential reducing its holding in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance to below 10 per cent.

FIFA World Cup on the brink: India, China yet to secure broadcast deal

FIFA World Cup on the brink: India, China yet to secure broadcast deal

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Millions of soccer fans in the world's two most populous nations may not be able to watch the World Cup that starts next month, due to a deadlock over broadcast rights in India and no official decision in China.

Oscars: Isha Ambani's Edgy After Party Look!

Oscars: Isha Ambani's Edgy After Party Look!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Isha Ambani chose a custom creation by Swadesh in collaboration with Turkish designer Dilara Findikoglu for the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party.

IPL 2026 MI vs KKR: After Kohli, Rohit proves old is gold

IPL 2026 MI vs KKR: After Kohli, Rohit proves old is gold

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Rohit Sharma produced a match-defining half-century against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday to underline that his appetite for runs remains as strong as ever.

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Chandhok step into married life

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Chandhok step into married life

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married Saaniya Chandhok in a high-profile ceremony in Mumbai, attended by prominent figures from sports, entertainment, and politics.

RIL Q4: O2C Slump, Retail Drag to Cap Performance, Jio to See Steady Gains

RIL Q4: O2C Slump, Retail Drag to Cap Performance, Jio to See Steady Gains

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Reliance Industries is expected to report largely flat performance for its fourth quarter (January-March, Q4) of FY26, with weakness in the oil-to-chemicals (O2C) business and muted retail growth likely to offset steady gains in the telecommunications segment.

Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 cr in North-Eastern states: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance to invest Rs 75,000 cr in North-Eastern states: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Oil-to-telecom conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd will invest Rs 75,000 crore in North Eastern states in setting up 350 biogas plants, expanding its telecom services, retail footprint, and clean energy projects, chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Friday. Speaking at the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit here, Reliance Industries Ltd chairman and managing director said his group will invest in factories for high-quality FMCG products in the region and setting up a 150-bed cancer hospital in Manipur.

Why Was Isha Ambani Spotted With The Queen Of Jordan?

Why Was Isha Ambani Spotted With The Queen Of Jordan?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Women, leadership and serious style were the Valentine's Day theme at the NMACC in Mumbai as Isha Ambani hosted Queen Rania of Joran for a special roundtable on 'Celebration of Women Leadership in India.'

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 becomes grandfather

Mukesh Ambani becomes grandfather

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani on Thursday became a grandfather after a baby boy was born to his eldest son. "Shloka and Akash Ambani became proud parents of a baby boy today in Mumbai," a statement from the Ambani family spokesperson said. Akash married diamantaire Russell Mehta's daughter Shloka in March 2019.

'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.

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Seek Lord Ganesha's Blessings

Arjun Tendulkar, Saaniya Seek Lord Ganesha's Blessings

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

In a quiet and spiritual ceremony ahead of their wedding celebrations, Arjun Tendulkar visited Jamnagar with his fiance Saaniya Chandok to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha.