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Meet Radhakishan Damani: India’s Warren Buffet Who Became A Billionaire Overnight

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Known as “India’s Warren Buffet,” Radhakishan Damani was a not such a popular name till yesterday. Back to the year 2000, he founded the supermarket retail chain D-Mart, and this now valued at above $6 billion (approximately Rs. 40,000 crores) and this makes him richer than Anil Ambani and Rahul Bajaj.

Radhakishan had no intentions to enter the stock market. He started his career as a simple trader in a small ball bearings company until he was forced to shut down his business and join his brother’s stockbroking firm.

Getting inspired from Chandrakant Sampat, the ace investor, Damani went on to formulate a strategy of his own. From the beginning, he used to believe in long term results. This helped him achieve which is not so possible for a common man. Within a short span of time, he went on to the big league of Dalal Street in Mumbai. Eventually, he created a massive fortune in the early 1990s.

For his all time because of white and white get up, he was known as Mr. White. It was in the late 90s people came to know about his rivalry with Harshad Mehta who was also a Dalal Street giant. He eventually won the battle to become the legend in the stock market investors society.

According to the reports of The Times Of India, this 61 year old Radhakrishnan now owns 82.36 % of the parent company Avenue Supermarts. His wealth now is estimated around Rs. 32,934 crores. Besides these, he has stakes in Jay Shree Tea, GE Capital Transportation Industries, Sundaram Fasteners, Samtel Ltd., Somany Ceramics, VST Industries, TV 18 and also 3M India.

The D-Mart supermarket chain is now completely owned and marketed by Avenue Supermarts Limited (ASL.)

Radhakishan is now worth $5.4 Billion (Rs. 35,775 crores) which pushes him to the list of top 15 Indian billionaires globally.

Now hailed as the Warren Buffet of India, Radhakishan Damani properties include the 156 room Radisson Blu Resort in Alibag and also a popular beach front getaway near Mumbai. Damani stands as a source of inspiration for many in the country.

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India’s Tech Story: Airtel Spreads AI Access, Ohm Mobility Lessons

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Bharti Airtel has launched the innovative “Airtel-Perplexity Blueprint,” partnering with Perplexity to provide over 360 million customers free access to Perplexity Pro for a year—a benefit valued at ₹17,000 ($200). This collaboration enables Airtel users across mobile, broadband, and digital TV to harness advanced capabilities in generative AI, including leading AI models like GPT 4.1, Claude, and Gemini, along with up to 300 Pro searches daily, image generation, document analysis, and personalized planning services. The move is seen as a milestone for telecom innovation and the democratization of AI in India, making powerful research and productivity tools accessible to a massive user base.

This strategic partnership positions Airtel as an “AI-first” telecom provider, allowing it to gain key insights into user interactions with artificial intelligence and adapt its networks for growing digital demands. For Perplexity, the tie-up grants exclusive access to India’s vast telecom audience, rapidly propelling the app to the No. 1 spot on the Indian App Store, surpassing global competitors like ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Airtel customers can activate their complimentary subscription seamlessly through the Airtel Thanks App, under the Rewards and OTTs section, reinforcing Airtel’s commitment to digital customer empowerment.

The broader Indian startup ecosystem reflects both breakthrough innovation and hard-earned lessons, illustrated by the recent shutdown of Ohm Mobility, an EV financing startup. Despite multiple pivots and industry-leading investors, Ohm Mobility struggled to achieve a sustainable business model—a reminder of the challenges in market fit and adaptability. As AI adoption accelerates and startup realities evolve, industry leaders like Airtel and Perplexity are setting new standards, while others, like Ohm Mobility, offer valuable insights on resilience and the importance of business model flexibility in India’s dynamic tech landscape.

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Tesla Secures Mumbai Facility as Key Step in India Market Entry

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Tesla has ramped up its India expansion by leasing a 24,565 sq ft warehouse at Lodha Logistics Park in Mumbai’s Kurla West. The five-year lease, registered on May 16, 2025, involves a total rent of over ₹24 crore, starting at ₹37.53 lakh per month with a 5% annual escalation. The facility includes two ground-floor units and 20 parking spots, with rent payments commencing June 1, 2025.

This warehouse will function as a key service center and garage for Tesla’s India operations, excluding bodywork and spray painting. The move supports Tesla’s preparations for its official market debut, expected in late 2025 or early 2026.

Tesla’s India rollout includes offices in Pune, flagship showrooms in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) and Delhi-NCR, and co-working spaces in Mumbai. The new warehouse lease highlights Tesla’s commitment to building a robust infrastructure for sales, service, and delivery of electric vehicles and energy products across India.

While manufacturing plans are not yet confirmed, Tesla is reportedly exploring sites in Maharashtra for a potential assembly unit. The Mumbai warehouse lease marks a significant step in Tesla’s strategy to establish a strong presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing EV markets.

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Razorpay Partners with MeitY Startup Hub to Accelerate Deeptech Innovation in Tier II and III Cities

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MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has partnered with fintech leader Razorpay to support the growth of deeptech and emerging tech startups across India, with a special focus on those in Tier II and III cities. Through this collaboration, early-stage startups will gain access to Razorpay’s fintech infrastructure, mentorship, and resources via the Razorpay Rize program.

Startups in areas like AI, blockchain, robotics, and IoT will benefit from streamlined company incorporation support, expert mentorship, product credits, and guidance for applying to global accelerators such as Y Combinator. Selected founders will also join the exclusive Rize Community, connecting with peer networks and attending masterclasses.

MSH CEO Panneerselvam Madanagopal emphasized that this partnership will help founders scale faster by providing vital support in mentorship, capital access, and digital infrastructure. As India’s startup ecosystem surpasses 159,000 DPIIT-recognised startups, this initiative aims to give deeptech entrepreneurs the tools and networks needed to innovate for India and expand globally.

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