For Quick Alerts
For Daily Alerts
Just In
- 5 hrs ago Summer Fashion: 7 Trendy Office Outfit Ideas To Beat The Heat In Style
- 6 hrs ago Good Friday 2024 Date: Why Are Chruch Bells Not Rung On Good Friday?
- 6 hrs ago What Is iPhone Finger? Here's Why You Need To Worry About Its Negative Effects
- 10 hrs ago Meet Rumy Alqahtani: Saudi Arabia's First Miss Universe Contestant And Her Style Statements
Don't Miss
- Sports IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians' Positives Amidst Back-To-Back Losses Under Hardik Pandya's Captaincy
- Movies Aadujeevitham Kerala Final Pre-Sales Update: Prithviraj Sukumaran's Film Grosses ₹ 3.50 Cr In Advance Booking
- News Congress Fields 14 Candidates For Lok Sabha Polls, Challenges Scindia And Chouhan
- Finance Gold Prices In India, 24-Carat Rises By Rs 4,090 In Month: What Is Trigging Rise In Yellow Metal?
- Automobiles Citroen Basalt SUV Revealed In India – Launch Details & More
- Education IGNOU June TEE 2024 registration schedule out; Check out for more details
- Travel Explore Tamil Nadu's Diverse Wedding Venues
- Technology Poco F6 Leaks Surface: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 50MP Sony Sensor, OLED Display, & More – Check Price, Full Specs
Who Was Rakesh Jhunjhunwala? Facts About 'India's Warren Buffett'
Men
oi-Amritha K
By Amritha K
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, a veteran stock market investor, passed away at the age of 62 in Mumbai on August 14, 2022. He was suffering from kidney problems and was rushed to the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on 14 August, where he was pronounced dead.
Jhunjhunwala, often referred to as India's Warren Buffett and the Big Bull of Indian markets had a net worth of $5.8 billion as of August 2022.
Facts About Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
- Rakesh Jhunjhunwala was born on 5 July 1960. Born into a Rajasthani family, he spent most of his childhood in Mumbai.
- He graduated from Sydenham College, Mumbai, and subsequently enrolled in the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
- Rakesh Jhunjhunwala married Rekha Jhunjhunwala on 22 February 1987, and the couple has three children.
- According to Forbes' Rich List, Jhunjhunwala is the 36th richest individual in the country.
- During his college years, Jhunjhunwala began investing in the stock market because he was interested in the stock market. In 1985, he invested 5000 rupees, which has yielded a staggering INR 11,000 crore.
- In addition to being the chairman of Hungama Media, he also sits on the boards of directors of several firms, including Viceroy Hotels, Concord Biotech, Provogue India, and Geojit Financial Services.
- Among his charitable contributions are St Jude, which runs shelters for cancer-affected children, Agastya International Foundation, and Arpan, which promotes awareness of sexual exploitation among children. Additionally, he supports Ashoka University, Friends of Tribals Society, and Olympic Gold Quest.
- The Akasa Air airline was founded by Rakesh Jhunjhunwala and Vinay Dubey, the former CEO of Jet Airways. As of 9 August 2022, the airline will fly to three cities with two aircraft and an order for 70 more.
- The actor Kavin Dave played a role based on Rakesh Jhunjhunwala in the web series Scam 1992.
Comments
- fashionHappy Birthday Ram Charan, Exploring 6 Fashionable Looks of The Global Star
- fashionShahid Kapoor's Rugged Avatar From Deva Movie Is Impressive, Tips To Ace The Macho Fashion
- fashionHoli 2024: 6 Outfit Ideas For Men To Celebrate The Festival Of Colours In Style
- fashionVirat Kohli's Mullet Hairdo And Brow Slit Is Trendy, Tips To Achieve The Edgy Look
- fashionLakmé Fashion Week 2024: Kriti Sanon, Shanaya Kapoor And Others Promote Sustainable Fashion, Get Inspired!
- healthWhat Is Sperm Banking? How Can It Help Your Partner Secure Male Fertility For Future Family Life?
- fashionOscars 2024 Red Carpet: Margot Robbie, Emma Stone, Cillian Murphy, And Others Steal Spotlight With Fashion
- insyncAnant Ambani's Timepiece Extravaganza: A Glimpse Into His 6 Most Expensive Watches
- insyncHere Is Why Male Office Workers In Japan Are Complaining Of Mentrual Pain!
- healthNew Study Finds Links Infertility In Men With Increased Risk Of Cancer For Them And Their Relatives
- insyncAnti Valentine's Week 2024: 7 Must-Try Scents On Perfume Day That Will Evoke The Ultimate Mood In Your Partner
- fashionNew York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024: 7 Best Looks From Runway Where Fashion Meets Function
GET THE BEST BOLDSKY STORIES!
Allow Notifications
You have already subscribed