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Roshni Nadar Malhotra becomes India’s richest woman
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Roshni Nadar Malhotra becomes India’s richest woman after Shiv Nadar transfers 47% of his HCL shares to her. With control over 44.34% of HCL Technologies, Roshni is set to lead the IT giant with a focus on innovation and social impact, marking a significant power shift in one of India’s top business empires.
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Shiv Nadar gifts 47% of his stake in HCL Corp, Vama Delhi to daughter Roshni Nadar Malhotra
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Billionaire Shiv Nadar, founder of HCL, has transferred 47% of his stake in HCL Corp and Vama Delhi to his daughter, Roshni Nadar Malhotra, reinforcing family leadership. This strategic move is part of a succession plan ensuring ownership continuity. Roshni, the HCLTech chairperson, becomes the majority shareholder in Vama Delhi, HCL Corp, HCL Infosystems, and HCL Tech. SEBI's exemption facilitates the smooth share transfer, bolstering the family's leadership and involvement.
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HCLTech chairperson Roshni Nadar conferred France's highest civilian award
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1y ago
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Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, has been awarded the Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur, the highest civilian award in France. This recognition reflects the growing economic and technological cooperation between France and India, acknowledging the contributions of Indian IT companies to France's digital ecosystem. As HCLTech has had a long-standing presence in France, Malhotra expressed commitment to scaling operations in the country in order to support the digital transformation of French businesses. In addition to her role at HCL Technologies, Malhotra is actively involved in education initiatives and children's empowerment through the Shiv Nadar Foundation.
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Who is Radha Vembu, India's richest self-made woman?
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1y ago
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Radha Vembu, co-founder of Zoho Corp, has become the richest self-made Indian woman, surpassing Falguni Nayar of Nykaa. With a net worth of Rs 36,000 crore, Radha Vembu is ranked 40th among India's 100 richest people. She is the majority stakeholder of Zoho Corp and is involved in various ventures including email service, agriculture, and real estate. Radha Vembu completed her education at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras.
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2,013 Indian wealth creators are worth Rs 100 lakh crore, Ambanis top the list
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29d ago
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The 360 ONE Wealth Creators List reveals 2,013 Indian wealth creators holding Rs 100 trillion in assets. Akash and Anant Ambani lead with Rs 3.59 lakh crore each. The list features 161 individuals worth over Rs 100 billion, while Tata, Reliance, and Adani groups hold 24% of wealth. Women represent 24% of total wealth, with Isha Ambani as the richest woman. Mumbai leads as the financial hub, with 40% of wealth creators.
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"Stepping stone for Gaganyaan": Retd Air Commodore Ravish Malhotra on Axiom-4 mission
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Air Commodore Ravish Malhotra (retd), associated with the 1984 Indo-Soviet space mission, emphasized the importance of the upcoming Axiom-4 mission, featuring Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla and others, as a significant milestone for India’s Gaganyaan mission. Shukla, set to become the second Indian in space, trained extensively in Russia and the US, symbolizing hope for 1.4 billion Indians. The mission marks crucial Indo-US space collaboration, alongside astronauts from Poland and Hungary.
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First woman with $100-billion net worth
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1y ago
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Francoise Bettencourt Meyers, the heiress of L'Oréal SA, has become the first woman to achieve a net worth of $100 billion. Her wealth surged as shares of L'Oréal reached an all-time high. With this accomplishment, Bettencourt Meyers ranks as the 12th richest person globally. Despite her success, she falls behind French compatriot Bernard Arnault, founder of LVMH, who holds a net worth of $179 billion. France's luxury retail sector has spawned other ultra-wealthy families, such as the Hermès and Chanel clans. Bettencourt Meyers, known for her privacy, serves as vice-chair of the L'Oréal board.
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Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (April 28, 2025)
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India’s startup ecosystem sees significant developments, with late-stage funding surging despite challenging markets. Companies like Ather Energy and Urban Company are reducing IPO offer sizes, while some await better economic climates. Fittr, a thriving wellness platform, faced financial setbacks from profit loss during the pandemic-driven boom. Meanwhile, Perfios, a fintech SaaS unicorn, acquired IHX, marking its third acquisition this year. Notably, 72-year-old Vidya Singh became India's oldest woman to summit Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Going beyond the old 'Kitna deti hai?' - The Economic Times
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23d ago
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India's automotive sector is increasingly prioritizing safety, with a rising demand for high Bharat NCAP-rated vehicles and advanced safety features. Despite a vast road network, poor infrastructure, and human behavior contribute to high accident rates. However, a shift is evident as safety becomes a significant factor for consumers, influencing car sales. By 2030, India’s auto industry could grow substantially, driven by enhanced safety standards and the goal of halving road fatalities through technological advancements and regulations.
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Pet food brand Drools claims unicorn status after minority stake by Nestlé
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Pet food brand Drools claims unicorn status after minority stake by Nestlé Drools Pet Food Private Limited claims it has become India’s first pet food unicorn following a minority investment by Nestlé S.A., the parent company of Nestlé India. Drools has not disclosed the details of the transaction but will continue to operate independently post-investment. The deal gives Nestlé access to India’s growing pet food market, while Drools is expected to continue expanding in both domestic and international markets. Drools, with brands like Pure Pet, Meat Up, Canine Creek, and Kitty Yum, claims to be the top seller in the pet food category on Amazon. The company operates fully online and also sells offline, including vet clinics, pet stores, and general trade retailers. Founded by Fahim Sultan in 2010, Drools operates six production facilities and has a warehousing footprint of 1.6 million square feet. The company distributes its products through 40,000 retail outlets in India and exports to 22 countries. It employs 3,400 people across its operations. Earlier in June 2023, Drools had raised $60 million in funding from private equity firm L Catterton at a valuation of $600 million. The round was one of the largest investments in the pet care industry in India. For the fiscal year ending in March 2024, Drools’ revenue from operations jumped 50% to Rs 714.90 crore from Rs 474.62 crore in FY23. The company however reported a net loss of Rs 14 crore in FY24 against Rs 27.65 crore profit in the previous fiscal year. Drools becomes the fourth startup to enter the unicorn club in 2025. Netradyne and Juspay reached the milestone in January and April, respectively, while Porter recently joined the list after raising $200 million in a Series E round at a valuation exceeding $1 billion.
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Atlan raises $6.5 million from WaterBridge Ventures
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1y ago
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Data collaboration software provider Atlan has raised $6.5 million from WaterBridge Ventures. The fundraise is part of the extended Series B round, during which it raised $50 million, led by Salesforce Ventures in March 2022. The board at Atlan has passed a special resolution to issue 24,092 Series B preference shares to raise $6.5 million, its regulatory filing filed with the group company in Singapore shows. As per TheKredible estimates, the latest capital injection has been done at a flat valuation, which is $450 million. Atlan allows large enterprise teams to collaborate smoothly on data projects, and create a single source for all their data assets with deep integrations with tools like Slack, and data warehouses like Snowflake, Redshift, and others. The company recently launched tag management to solve the challenges faced by the data teams. With this, Atlan becomes one of the first Snowflake data governance partners to enable bi-directional tag movement. Atlan has a team of over 300 employees spread across 12 countries, including the United States, India, UK, Canada, Nigeria, Singapore, and the Philippines. Atlan was part of the third cohort of Sequoia Capital India’s accelerator program Surge. It raised around $50 million Series B round in March 2023 and $16 million worth Series A round led by Insight Partners in May 2021. After its Series B round, Prrukalpa Sankar and Varun Banka retained 23.63% stake each in the company. Insight Partners, which had led the Series A round, was the largest holding in the company among investors with a 15.4% stake. Head to TheKredible for Atlan’s complete captable. The Series B round helped Atlan to grow at a rapid clip in the fiscal year ending March 2023. Its Indian entity reported a 3X jump in operating scale which stood at Rs 94 crore in FY23. The company also showed Rs 7.7 crore profit during the last fiscal year.
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