📊 Index & Rankings
The Hurun India Rich List 2025 highlights Bollywood’s wealthiest stars who have successfully combined cinema and entrepreneurship.
| Rank | Actor | Net Worth | Key Ventures |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shah Rukh Khan | ₹12,000+ crore | Red Chillies, IPL, International investments |
| 2 | Juhi Chawla | ₹7,800 crore | IPL stakes, Real estate, Endorsements |
| 3 | Hrithik Roshan | ₹2,200 crore | HRX fitness brand, Production |
| 4 | Karan Johar | ₹1,900 crore | Dharma Productions, Television |
| 5 | Amitabh Bachchan | ₹1,600 crore | Films, Endorsements |
| 6 | Akshay Kumar | ₹1,500 crore | Films, Philanthropy |
Shah Rukh Khan tops the list as India’s first billionaire actor. Combined net worth of top 6 exceeds ₹25,000 crore.
Mukesh Ambani once again becomes India’s richest individual in the Hurun India Rich List 2025.
| Rank | Name | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mukesh Ambani | ₹9.55 lakh crore |
| 2 | Gautam Adani | ₹8.15 lakh crore |
| 3 | Roshni Nadar Malhotra | India’s wealthiest woman |
The 2025 list records over 350 billionaires in India, with a rising number of self-made entrepreneurs and women leaders contributing to the nation’s expanding wealth landscape.
🇮🇳 National News
The Union Government has approved an increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for all major Rabi crops for the 2026–27 marketing season.
The highest rise was recorded for safflower (₹600 per quintal), followed by lentil, rapeseed, gram, barley, and wheat.
Additionally, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) launched the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, with a total outlay of ₹11,440 crore, aimed at increasing pulse production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030–31.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has completed 11 successful years since its first broadcast on Vijayadashami in 2014, reaching 126 episodes so far.
Broadcast on Akashvani, the programme has evolved into a vibrant medium for citizen engagement, addressing social, cultural, environmental, and behavioral themes.
It has highlighted unsung heroes, motivated grassroots change, and promoted unity, establishing itself as a symbol of national transformation and a bridge between the people and the government.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will soon install QR code-enabled signboards along National Highways to enhance transparency and travel convenience.
These boards will offer:
- Detailed project information including highway specifications
- Emergency contact details
- Information on nearby facilities like hospitals, e-charging stations, and public toilets
QR boards will be placed at toll plazas, rest stops, and entry/exit points, aiming to improve road safety, traveler awareness, and commuter experience.
In a heartfelt tribute, Singapore has renamed the island where Assamese singer Zubeen Garg tragically passed away as ‘Zubeen Garg Island’ on Google Maps.
The 52-year-old renowned artist, celebrated for songs like “Ya Ali” and numerous Assamese hits, died in a scuba diving accident.
The renaming stands as a global acknowledgment of his artistic legacy and enduring cultural influence.
A museum dedicated to the celebrated artist A. Ramachandran was inaugurated on October 5 at the Sree Narayana Guru Cultural Complex in Kollam, Kerala, by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
The museum honours Ramachandran’s artistic journey, which portrayed human suffering, resilience, and India’s cultural ethos.
The initiative comes less than two years after his passing in February 2024, ensuring the preservation of his artistic legacy.
India has been honoured with the ISSA Award 2025 for Outstanding Achievement in Social Security, recognizing its significant efforts in expanding social protection coverage.
| Metric | 2015 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security Coverage | 19% | 64.3% |
| Citizens Benefited | – | 940 million+ |
Announced by Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya during the World Social Security Forum (WSSF) 2025 in Malaysia.
The award acknowledges reforms like e-Shram, National Career Service (NCS), and contributions from EPFO and ESIC.
Veteran journalist Harinder Baweja has released her memoir titled They Will Shoot You, Madam: My Life Through Conflict on October 1, 2025, in New Delhi.
The memoir reflects on her over 40 years of fearless reporting from conflict zones such as Kashmir, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.
Major assignments covered:
- Operation Blue Star
- 26/11 Mumbai attacks
- Exclusive interview with Chhota Rajan
Featured personalities like Captain Amarinder Singh, Omar Abdullah, and Rajdeep Sardesai, who praised her courageous journalism.
The book Mahatma Gandhi and the Environment, authored by T. N. Khoshoo, delves into Gandhiji’s environmental vision advocating for sustainable living and minimal ecological harm.
It underscores the relevance of Gandhian principles in addressing modern issues such as climate change and resource depletion.
Key Themes:
- Hind Swaraj and village empowerment
- Decentralization and ecological living
- Balance between rural and industrial growth
- Conflict resolution
Includes a foreword by Dr. R. K. Pachauri, former IPCC Chairman. A crucial read for environmental and Gandhian studies enthusiasts.
💼 Business & Economy
OpenAI has reached an impressive $500 billion valuation after SoftBank’s $6.6 billion secondary share purchase, marking a substantial rise from its earlier $300 billion valuation.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Valuation | $500 billion |
| Previous Valuation | $300 billion |
| SoftBank Investment | $6.6 billion |
| H1 2025 Revenue | $4.3 billion |
Revenue drivers: ChatGPT Enterprise, Microsoft Copilot integrations, and custom AI solutions.
This places OpenAI among the world’s most valuable private technology firms, alongside ByteDance and SpaceX.
The two-day National Conference on Land Administration and Disaster Management has started at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
During the inauguration, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel highlighted the importance of digitizing land records and adopting indigenous technologies to ensure citizen-focused land rights.
Key Launches:
- New revenue offices
- Revenue Diary
- Integrated Land Administration System
- Distribution of SVAMITVA cards to members of nomadic tribes
Department of Land Resources under the Ministry of Rural Development, with participation from revenue officers across various states.
🔬 Science & Technology
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia has officially approved Lecanemab, a monoclonal antibody drug designed for patients in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
How it works: The medication targets amyloid plaques in the brain, aiming to slow down disease progression.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Efficacy | ~27% reduction in disease progression |
| Annual Cost | ~A$40,000/year |
| Prescription | Early-stage Alzheimer’s only |
The drug is expensive and requires close medical supervision due to potential side effects like brain swelling.
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