The success stories of Indian entrepreneurs continues to scale new heights. India’s economic growth slowed down this year due to Demonetization and the nationwide roll out of the GST. But, according to Forbes India’s 100 Rich list, the combined wealth of the nation’s 100 richest people reached a staggering $ 479 billion despite the slump in growth.
Several newcomers were added to this years list including O.P. Jindal group’s Chairperson Savitri Jindal and biotechnology pioneer Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw. However, one name has topped the list of India’s richest people a multiple number of times. The Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, Mr. Mukesh Ambani cemented his decade long hold on the number 1 spot by adding a staggering $ 15.3 billion to his net worth. His net worth swelled to $38 billion, making him one of Asia’s top five richest persons. According to Forbes, Ambani’s shares were boosted due to Reliance Jio’s unmatched success since it’s launch in 2016. At present, the telecom giant has close to 130 million registered customers.
Younger brother and chairman of the Reliance Group, Anil Ambani, was ranked much lower at 45th place with a net worth of $ 3.15 billion. Reliance, which was founded by business tycoon Dhirubhai Ambani, was divided between the two brothers after the demise of their father in 2002. Since then, Mukesh Ambani has run the oil and gas giant Reliance Industries while Anil Ambani runs his separate empire in telecom, financial services, media and infrastructure industries.
Azim Premji took up the second spot on the list, moving up two places from last year, with a net worth of $ 19 billion. The Hinduja family, which comprises of the four brothers Srichand, Gopichand, Prakash and Ashok Hinduja, take up the third position with a combined net worth of $ 18. 4 billion. The multinational conglomerate Hinduja Group’s business ranges from trucks and lubricants to banking and cable television.
This year, seven women joined India’s Richest list with Savitri Jindal taking up the highest position at the 16th spot with a net worth of $ 7.5 billion. The co founder of Yes Bank, Rana Kapoor along with Dinesh Nandwana of the egovernance services firm Vakrangee and the founder of the digital wallet Paytm, Vijay Shekhar Sharma were the newest entrants.
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CoRover has launched BharatGPT Mini, India’s first offline multilingual AI model, at VivaTech 2025 in Paris, with the event officiated by Union Minister Jitin Prasada. This innovative Small Language Model (SLM), featuring around 534 million parameters, is specifically designed for edge devices and low-compute environments, enabling robust AI capabilities without the need for cloud connectivity. Its ability to function entirely offline and support 14 Indic languages makes it a powerful tool for digital inclusion, particularly in rural and remote regions where internet access is limited.
BharatGPT Mini’s architecture is optimized for deployment across various sectors, including healthcare, education, banking, and governance, allowing citizens to interact with essential services in their native languages. The model can be integrated into small businesses, government offices, and other organizations through the CoRover Builder platform, which offers a no-code solution for deploying AI assistants across web, telephony, and IoT systems. By processing data locally and encrypting it on-device, BharatGPT Mini ensures strong privacy and data sovereignty, aligning with India’s strategic goal of developing indigenous AI solutions.
The launch has garnered strong support from both the Indian government and industry leaders, who see BharatGPT Mini as a catalyst for democratizing access to digital services. CoRover anticipates significant growth in the adoption of Small Language Models, with early feedback indicating a substantial increase in project demand. As CoRover looks to expand its expertise globally, BharatGPT Mini stands out as a scalable, multilingual, and privacy-centric solution, setting a new standard for inclusive and sovereign AI innovation in India’s diverse landscape.
Kerala-based startup E-Quark Molecule Innovations Pvt Ltd, headquartered in Thrissur, has introduced an innovative device called Keratin that combines a mobile phone holder with a built-in charger. This unique gadget is designed to offer users a convenient solution to hold and charge their smartphones simultaneously, addressing the common challenge of managing power supply while using mobile devices.
The device enhances user experience by integrating two essential functions into one compact design. It securely holds the phone while providing efficient charging, making it perfect for use on desks, bedside tables, or other personal spaces where easy access and power are needed. This innovation aligns with the growing trend of multifunctional mobile accessories that prioritize both convenience and practicality.
E-Quark Molecule Innovations is a key player in Kerala’s dynamic startup ecosystem, which has been rapidly expanding in tech-driven areas such as electric vehicle charging infrastructure. With the launch of this mobile holder-charger, the company is establishing itself as a leader in user-centric mobile accessories, further cementing Kerala’s position as a hub for cutting-edge technology development.
Instagram is rolling out two major features in June 2025 that promise to give users unprecedented creative control and privacy: grid rearranging and silent posting. The long-awaited grid rearranging tool allows users to freely drag and drop posts anywhere on their profile grid, breaking away from the traditional chronological order. This means users can now curate their profiles for a more visually appealing or thematic presentation, without the hassle of deleting and reposting content—an update especially welcomed by brands, creators, and anyone meticulous about their digital aesthetic.
In tandem, Instagram is introducing the “Post quietly to profile” feature, which lets users add photos and videos to their grid without notifying followers or pushing the content to their feeds. This silent posting option is ideal for those who want to document moments privately, experiment with new content, or maintain a cohesive grid without spamming their audience. It’s designed to reduce the pressure of public sharing, making Instagram a more comfortable space for personal expression and experimentation.
These updates reflect Instagram’s commitment to user empowerment and flexibility, responding directly to years of feedback. As Instagram head Adam Mosseri stated, the goal is to help users “create and share without added pressure,” giving them more freedom over how their content appears and how they engage with their audience.
