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TikTok Billionaire Zhang Yiming's Net Worth Soars Past Mukesh Ambani's — See Who Still Leads Asia

Zhang Yiming, co-founder of TikTok's parent ByteDance, becomes Asia's second-richest after a valuation boost to £69.1B. See how AI and strategic investments reshaped wealth rankings.

International Business Times UK

Reliance Industries dividend alert! Last date to buy shares of Mukesh Ambani-led company for Rs 6 final dividend

Reliance Industries has set June 5 as the record date for its final dividend of Rs 6 per share for FY26, making June 4 the last day to buy shares for eligibility. The company's stock has seen a decline in the short term, with a 17% drop year-to-date in 2026.

The Economic Times

TikTok billionaire overtakes Mukesh Ambani as Asia’s second-richest person

Zhang’s net worth climbed to $92.8 billion, cementing his position as China’s richest person, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The ByteDance cofounder’s fortune swelled more than sevenfold since Bloomberg started tracking his wealth in March 2019, when he was worth $13 billion.

The Economic Times

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Reliance operationalises clean energy giga complex; elevates national exchequer contribution to Rs 2,16,472 crore in FY26

Reliance Industries has launched its clean energy operations. The company commissioned solar module manufacturing and began advanced work on a battery storage giga-factory. Reliance also significantly increased its contributions to the national exchequer. Jio Platforms accelerated its research and development, filing numerous new patents. The company is focused on enabling…

The Economic Times

Reliance Jio IPO soon? Mukesh Ambani to provide update on $4 bn public issue at upcoming AGM, says report

Mukesh Ambani is expected to share an update on Jio Platforms’ anticipated IPO at Reliance Industries’ June 19 AGM. Reports suggest Reliance is shifting towards a fresh issue structure to protect retail investors and strengthen Jio’s long-term growth and transparency roadmap.

The Economic Times

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries' contribution to national exchequer rises to Rs 2.16 lakh crore

Reliance Industries’ contribution to the national exchequer rose nearly 3% to Rs 2.16 lakh crore in FY26. The company said government payments formed the largest share of value created, while revenue, EBITDA and annual profit recorded strong year-on-year growth.

The Economic Times

Mukesh Ambani draws zero salary again: India's richest man forgoes paycheck for 6th straight year

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani did not take any salary in FY26, continuing a six-year trend. Reliance reported strong annual revenue growth despite profit decline in Q4, while Ambani’s children and senior executives received commissions and remuneration.

The Economic Times

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Mukesh Ambani forgoes salary for sixth straight year as Reliance clocks record profit

Reliance Industries achieved significant overseas financing milestones in FY26, securing the largest Samurai loan by an Indian company. Chairman Mukesh Ambani voluntarily continued to forgo his salary for the sixth year. The company posted record profits, demonstrating strong financial performance and robust growth.

The Economic Times

RIL announces AGM date on June 19; updates on Jio IPO in focus

Reliance Industries Ltd will hold its 49th annual general meeting on June 19, 2026. The company reported strong revenue and growth in its consumer businesses for the fiscal year. Investors anticipate updates on Reliance Jio IPO and new energy ventures. The meeting will cover the company's future investment plans and…

The Economic Times

From Inventing SKY to Reaching 8.5 Million Meditators at the UN: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Turns 70

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's 70th birthday and the 45th anniversary of the Art of Living Foundation were celebrated with global events, highlighting his contributions to peace and well-being.

International Business Times UK

Mukesh Ambani’s $4 billion Jio IPO hits Iran war roadblock

Reliance Industries' planned IPO for its digital arm, Jio Platforms, faces significant hurdles due to geopolitical tensions and market volatility exacerbated by the war in Iran. The conglomerate is reviewing the deal's structure, impacting timelines and potentially affecting investor returns amid a downturn in Indian stocks and capital flight.

The Economic Times

Ambani's Reliance Jio: Businesses and investors of the IPO-bound firm

Reliance Jio Platforms, owned by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, is preparing to seek approvals for a Mumbai IPO that could become India’s biggest stock market listing. Reuters reported the offering may raise up to $4 billion, though timelines were delayed due to weaker IPO sentiment after tensions in West Asia.

The Economic Times

Indian Billionaire Wants To Save Colombia's 'Cocaine' Hippos Tied To Pablo Escobar

An Indian billionaire says he will take 80 hippos which descend from animals brought to Colombia by infamous drug lord Pablo Escobar.

International Business Times

How Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’ could be saved from culling

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Son of Asian billionaire offers to save Pablo Escobar’s ‘cocaine hippos’ from culling

As many as 80 of these hippos have been approved for culling by Colombia

The Guardian - UK

Indian billionaire’s son offers to house Pablo Escobar’s hippos at his private zoo

Anant Ambani revives offer to transport 80 animals, all descendants of Colombian drug kingpin’s pets, to India

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Anant Ambani Celebrates 31st Birthday with Launch of Vantara University in Jamnagar

The Ambani family, known for hosting large-scale celebrations, recently marked a significant occasion as Anant Ambani celebrated his 31st birthday in Jamnagar. The event went beyond a personal milestone, doubling up as the launch ceremony for Vantara University—an extension of his wildlife conservation initiative, Vantara.

Newslaundry

Babe, wake up: India’s ‘Rescue Prince’ has a birthday campaign

Babe, wake up. India’s “rescue prince” is celebrating his birthday. Forget everything – the wars, LPG shortages, migrant distress. Because April 10 marks the birthday of billionaire Anant Ambani, and the country seems to have collectively decided its biggest breaking story is… him.

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International Business Times UK

Watchdogs Question India's Reliance Industries' £7.7M Trump 'Fee' After String of US Government Wins Worth Billions

A $10 million payment from India's Reliance Industries to Trump's business for an unannounced Mumbai project raises ethical concerns.

The Times of India

Trump’s billionaire diplomacy seeks out best of refining tech

A landmark $300 billion energy deal sees India's Reliance Industries partnering with Donald Trump to build America's first new oil refinery in 50 years. This ambitious project, planned for Texas, leverages Reliance's world-class refining expertise to process American shale oil for export. The alliance, forged through years of dynastic diplomacy,…

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Mukesh and Nita Ambani Steal the Spotlight at Arjun Tendulkar’s Wedding

The wedding of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok unfolded as a grand, star-studded affair in Mumbai on March 5, bringing together some of the biggest names from cricket, Bollywood and India’s business elite.

The Guardian - UK

Dubai’s potent lure: the reality behind the real-estate frenzy

Bankers and billionaires are flocking to the city where income tax is zero but critics say it ignores money laundering – and pay disparities are huge

The Times of India

Top 10 world billionaires by country 2026: From Elon Musk in the United States to Mukesh Ambani in India

Billionaires around the world always have a different story of wealth as business scenarios change with time. There are more than 2600 billionaires globally, out of which over a third of billionaires live in the United States, followed by China ranking at number two globally. The number of billionaires has…

The Guardian - UK

British Museum’s plan for ‘red, white and blue’ ball sparks row

Exclusive: some staff claim the theme is ‘in poor taste’ following a rise in flag-hoisting across the UK

The Independent UK

Inside the lavish Indian billionaire wedding where Jennifer Lopez led a star-packed line-up

Three-day celebrations see popstar perform alongside Bollywood celebrity

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