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May 2020

Mar 28, 2025

Roshni Nadar Becomes First Indian Woman in World's Top 10 Richest Women

Roshni Nadar, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian woman to enter the world's top 10 richest women list. According to the Hurun Global Rich List 2025, she ranks 5th among the world's wealthiest women, with a net worth of Rs. 3.5 lakh crore (US$40 billion).
This achievement follows the transfer of a 47% stake in HCL Technologies from her father, Shiv Nadar, further cementing her position as one of India's most influential billionaires. She remains India's richest woman and is now the third-richest person in the country in 2025.

Mar 27, 2025

Manoj Bharathiraja Passes Away

Tamil actor and director Manoj Bharathiraja, son of legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja, passed away at the age of 48. His untimely demise has left the Tamil film industry and his admirers in deep sorrow. Several eminent personalities, including Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, music composer Ilaiyaraja, and actor-politician Sarathkumar, mourned his loss and paid heartfelt tributes.
Made his acting debut in the 1999 Tamil film Taj Mahal, directed by his father.

Mar 26, 2025

M Baazar Onboards Rakul Preet Singh as Brand Ambassador

A beloved name in Indian fashion and one of the leading fashion retailers in Eastern India, M Baazar signed the Bollywood icon Rakul Preet Singh as brand ambassador.
Boasting a strong network of 190+ stores spanning across 8 states, M Baazar has been elevating the fashion aspirations of Indians for decades. With a diverse range including menswear, ladieswear, kidswear and accessories, M Baazar caters to the ever-evolving tastes of fashion-forward consumers, and this new collaboration with Rakul Preet Singh is set to propel the brand to even greater heights as a leading force in the world of fashion.

Mar 25, 2025

Supersox Welcomes Bollywood Superstar Kartik Aaryan as their Brand Ambassador

Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan joined forces with Supersox, India's leading premium socks brand as their brand ambassador. With his irresistible charm, versatile acting, and effortless sense of style, Kartik perfectly embodies the spirit of Supersox, which blends fashion, innovation, and comfort.

Mar 24, 2025

Goibibo Appoints Rishabh Pant as Brand Ambassador

Online travel platform Goibibo onboarded Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant as its new brand ambassador, unveiling a campaign that also features legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar. The campaign adds a playful twist to one of Gavaskar's famous commentary phrases, aligning with Goibibo's fun and youth-centric marketing strategy.
The youth-oriented campaign aims to attract India's travel-loving audience.
It focuses on making travel planning fun and hassle-free for users.
Pant's energetic personality and Gavaskar's legacy enhance the campaign's mass appeal.

George Foreman, the Legendary Boxer and Business Icon Passes Away

American boxing legend George Foreman, renowned for his remarkable comeback in the boxing world and his successful career as a businessman, passed away at the age of 76.
Known as Big George in the ring, the American built one of the most remarkable and enduring careers in the sport, winning Olympic gold in 1968 and claiming the world heavyweight title twice, 21 years apart - the second making him the oldest champion in history aged 45.
He retired from the sport in 1997.

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