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Anant Ambani, youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), has been appointed as Executive Director of RIL. As part of his new role, Anant will receive an annual salary ranging between ₹10 crore and ₹20 crore, in addition to profit-based commissions and a range of executive perks. Comprehensive Executive PackageAccording to a recent postal ballot notice sent to shareholders, Anant Ambani’s remuneration includes a structured salary along with various perquisites. These include a fully furnished residence or a house rent allowance, utility bill allowances (gas, electricity, water), leave travel concessions for himself and his family, reimbursements…

India’s Mont Vert Group has partnered with Kazakhstan’s Big B Corporation in a $500 million (approx. ₹4,300 crore) agreement to develop major healthcare and education infrastructure in Kazakhstan. The initiative reflects the countries’ shared commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. Large-Scale Project Across Two CitiesThe project will span Kazakhstan’s capital Astana and the city of Almaty. It includes the establishment of a world-class medical university designed to accommodate 10,000 students, alongside the development of a 1,000-bed multi-specialty hospital equipped with advanced medical facilities. Reducing Medical Travel AbroadThis initiative aims to improve access to quality healthcare and education within Kazakhstan, helping reduce…

The Kerala government has introduced Zumba sessions in schools to promote student fitness and discourage drug use. While the move is part of a broader health initiative, it has faced backlash from certain religious groups who oppose its inclusion in the school curriculum. Origin of ZumbaZumba was created accidentally in 1986 by Beto Perez, an aerobics instructor in Cali, Colombia. One day, he forgot his regular workout music and instead used a cassette of salsa and merengue songs he had recorded from the radio. The improvised session received enthusiastic feedback from students, and its popularity quickly spread. Perez moved to…

The richest family in Indian cinema today is not led by a legendary actor or director, but by Bhushan Kumar of T-Series. As per the latest Hurun India Rich List, the T-Series family has a net worth of ₹10,000 crore ($1.2 billion), making them the wealthiest family in Bollywood. Surpassing the Khans, Kapoors, and Chopras The Kumar family’s wealth places them well above some of Bollywood’s most iconic film dynasties. The Chopra family, owners of Yash Raj Films and BR Films, holds second position with an estimated wealth of over ₹8,000 crore. Shah Rukh Khan’s family follows next with a…

While the Hindustan Ambassador is widely believed to be India’s first car, it was actually the first to be commercially manufactured in the country. It was based on the Morris Oxford Series III, and though iconic, it wasn’t the first Indian car to be built. The Real First Indian Car The actual first Indian car was the Aravind Model 3, designed and built in Kochi, Kerala. It was the creation of Kunnath Ayyath Balakrishna Menon (K.A.B. Menon), a self-taught engineer and visionary entrepreneur. His aim was to build a car that was affordable, stylish, and suitable for Indian conditions. Unique Design Inspired by American Sedans The Aravind Model 3…

Dr. Bobby Mukkamala has been elected as the 180th President of the American Medical Association (AMA), making him the first person of Indian origin to lead the organisation in its 178-year history. His election was announced on June 11, 2025. A Deeply Personal Journey Dr. Mukkamala’s appointment comes shortly after he underwent surgery to remove a large 8-cm tumour from the temporal lobe of his brain. Surgeons successfully removed 90% of the tumour — considered a best-case outcome. Reflecting on his journey, Mukkamala described the election as “humbling,” “moving,” and “awe-inspiring.” He noted that while recovering at the Mayo Clinic,…

Bimal Parekh began his career in the 1980s working at a chartered accountancy firm that handled the finances of film personalities like Zeenat Aman, BR Chopra, and the family of Nasir Hussain. After four years, he decided to go independent. As a parting gift, his boss passed on two clients — Zeenat Aman and a debutant actor at the time, Aamir Khan. Growing Bollywood Clientele After Aamir Khan, Parekh was recommended to Juhi Chawla. His client base grew gradually, beginning with income tax audits and later expanding into full-fledged financial advisory services. Over time, he became the trusted advisor to…

Kerala marked a major milestone in its tech journey with the inauguration of the Lulu IT Twin Towers in Kochi. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan officially launched the ₹1,500 crore project, calling it a game-changer for the state’s IT development. He praised Lulu Group Chairman M.A. Yusuff Ali for choosing to invest in Kerala and said the project will help attract more global tech companies to the region. Lulu’s Expanding Investments in Kerala In addition to the Twin Towers, Lulu Group plans to invest another ₹500 crore in a food processing and export hub in Kalamassery. The Chief Minister highlighted Yusuff…

Engineering students from across Kerala have come forward with creative solutions to make daily life easier for people facing physical and mental challenges. These innovations were showcased at Makethon 2025, a major event held in Kochi as part of the ‘Stride’ initiative. The goal of this project is to transform Kerala into India’s first inclusive innovation hub. Ideas Rooted in Real-Life Observations Each team developed their prototypes after closely studying the actual struggles of differently-abled individuals. These innovations stood out for being low-cost, user-friendly, and practically viable. In the second stage of the competition, each team included a person facing…

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and also the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has once again captured the admiration of social media users after a spontaneous act of generosity. A viral video shared by Lovin Dubai showed that during a recent visit to La Maison Ani at Dubai Mall, he quietly paid the bill for every diner present at the restaurant. AED 30,000 Meal Covered by Fazza The woman who posted the video claimed she was dining at the same restaurant when Sheikh Hamdan arrived for lunch. According to her,…