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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Health
- Indian Express
Telecom giant founder C Sivasankaran believes these fruits can promise good health: ‘If you are rich, you should take..'
Chinnakannan Sivasankaran, the founder of telecom giant Aircel, has recently shared his two cents about health and wellness on Raj Shamani's podcast 'Figuring Out Co'. When asked by the host what's the one fruit that people can have to improve their health, Sivasankaran said: 'I will answer your question, but I am in a dilemma. If you are rich, one fruit you should take is blueberry. If you are poor, the one fruit you should take is pomegranate.' 'Blueberries are a powerhouse, they support your brain, skin, and overall health. 70g a day can work wonders. Pomegranates, on the other hand, are an affordable alternative with great benefits too,' he further added in the caption of his Instagram post. A post shared by C Sivasankaran (@chinnakannansivasankaran) Let's learn about the benefits of blueberries and pomegranates when added to your regular diet. Dr Ranga Santosh Kumar, consultant general physician and diabetologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad told that pomegranates are loaded with powerful antioxidants, particularly punicalagins and anthocyanins, pomegranates protect the body against free radical damage and oxidative stress. Their polyphenols act as powerful antioxidants, reducing inflammation and protecting cells from damage. 'Pomegranate juice can improve blood flow and help prevent cholesterol buildup in arteries due to its anti-inflammatory properties,' said Dr Rohini Patil, MBBS and nutritionist, founder Of Nutracy Lifestyle. According to Dr Kumar, pomegranate can also have a 'positive impact on heart health by improving cholesterol levels, reducing blood pressure, and preventing arterial plaque buildup'. It also makes the skin glow. Dr Ushakiran Sisodia, registered dietician and clinical nutritionist at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital in Mumbai told that the rich antioxidant content of blueberries helps to fight free radicals, potentially preventing cell damage in our body. She added that regular consumption of blueberries has been linked to improved heart health, enhanced brain function, and sharper cognition. In fact, their anti-inflammatory properties can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases. However, she warned that overconsumption of blueberries can lead to digestive discomfort, so you must always eat them as part of a balanced diet. According to her, any fruit with natural sweetness like blueberry should be consumed in moderate quantity. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.
India.com
13-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet Bankrupt Indian Billionaire: Once Owner of 2 Islands And 71-Room Mansion With Net Worth Of Rs 33,400 Crore, Now Left With Only...; Know Who He Is..
photoDetails english 2900673 Success Story: Former telecom tycoon's journey feels straight out of a dramatic biopic. Once a telecom tycoon and owner of two private islands, a 71-room mansion in Chennai, and properties around the world, Chinnakannan Sivasankaran was known in business circles simply as 'Siva.' Today, he describes himself as broke and leading a modest life. In a recent appearance on The Ranveer Show on You Tube, former telecom tycoon Sivasankaran opened up about his incredible rise and the humbling fall that followed. Updated:May 13, 2025, 07:53 PM IST Aircel Founder: Humble Beginnings 1 / 7 Chinnakannan Sivasankaran was raised in a modest household in Tamil Nadu. Despite limited means, he harbored big dreams and would go on to become one of India's most talked-about entrepreneurs in the tech and telecom sectors. Chinnakannan Sivasankaran Sterling Start In IT 2 / 7 In the 1980s, Sivasankaran founded Sterling Computers, which quickly became a notable name in India's IT landscape. By the 1990s, Sterling was among the leading players, marking the beginning of his ambitious business journey. Aircel Revolution 3 / 7 Sivasankaran launched Aircel in 1999, a telecom company that won consumers with its value-for-money offerings. Aircel rose to prominence in a highly competitive market, becoming one of the fastest-growing telecom brands in India at the time. Aircel Founder: The Maxis Deal 4 / 7 In 2006, Siva sold a 74% stake in Aircel to Malaysia's Maxis Communications. The deal later became controversial, drawing attention during the infamous 2G spectrum scandal, though it initially marked a major financial milestone for him. Chinnakannan Sivasankaran Net Worth 5 / 7 Aircel eventually filed for bankruptcy in 2018. Sivasankaran claimed personal losses of ₹7,000 crore, a dramatic shift from his earlier success when his net worth was estimated at over $4 billion. Aircel Founder Lavish Lifestyle 6 / 7 Before the collapse, the 68-year-old serial entrepreneur lived a luxurious life—owning multiple global properties, including a Rs 524 crore mansion in Chennai with 71-rooms, a 14-acre estate in California with a helipad, award-winning mansions, and even two private islands. Chinnakannan Sivasankaran: A New Perspective 7 / 7 Speaking on The Ranveer Show, Siva revealed he now owns just a 2-acre plot. He added that he won't build a house until he resolves all his ongoing issues, reflecting on a life of rise, fall, and reflection. (Image Credit: @ranveerallahbadia/ YT)
India.com
12-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet owner of 2 Islands, 71-Room Palace with Rs 32000 crore net worth, the man is now broke, Aircel was his...
Chinnakannan Sivasankaran- File image You must have heard many success stories on but here is a story of someone who o nce the owner of two private islands, a lavish 71- room mansion in Chennai, lived a successful life but is now broke. Once the owner of properties in various continents, Chinnakannan Sivasankaran is widely known in business circles as ' Siva'. The tragedy of his life is such that he now describes himself as a broke man . Here is all you need to know about Chinnakannan Sivasankaran and his journey. The life of Sivasankaran's unfolds like a gripping biopic. Sivasankaran was r aised in a humble household in Tamil Nadu, Sivasankaran and had an extraordinary journey ahead. With his path moving him through India's corporate world, he achieved everything he could but ultimately lost his billion- dollar business empire. In a recent appearance on The Ranveer Show , the former telecom magnate reflected on his meteoric rise and dramatic fall. ' I'm not poor, I'm just broke for the time being,' he said with a serenity that contrasts the storms he's weathered. 'I had everything – wealth, properties, recognition – and then I watched it all vanish,' he was quoted as saying by a report by News18 about his journey. 'I decided what I had to do next. My story is not over yet,' he declared, he added about his plans. Entrepreneurial rise of Chinnakannan Sivasankaran The entrepreneurial rise of Chinnakannan Sivasankaran began in the 1980s with Sterling Computers, a key player in India's IT sector by the 1990s. However, the major breakthrough in the career of Chinnakannan Sivasankaran came with the launch of Aircel in 1999. Aircel, the telecom company quickly gained wide popularity traction due to the consumer likable offers that it used to provide. It became a prominent brand, leading to Siva selling a 74% stake to Malaysia's Maxis Communications in 2006—a deal that later drew scrutiny in the controversial 2G spectrum scandal. Downfall of Chinnakannan Sivasankaran Though Sivasankaran avoided criminal charges, he was involved in legal battles and got in huge trouble due to the mounting debt. By the year 2018, Aircel filed for bankruptcy, with Siva claiming personal losses of Rs 7,000 crore. The report also says that his net worth was once over $4 billion, but with the downfall of Aircel, everything changed.
India.com
08-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet man, who had 2 Islands, 71-room palace, $4 Billion net worth, but lost everything due to…, he is…
Chinnakannan Sivasankaran was once the owner of two private islands along with a 71-room mansion in Chennai. Despite losing his $4 billion net worth, Siva now calls himself 'broke, not poor'. After losing so much he remains hopeful about the future. Siva' was was born into a simple household. In the 1980s, he started his business named Sterling Computers Limited (STC). It became a leading name in India's IT sector by the 1990s. However, he received recognition in the corporate world after forming Aircel in 1999. It became a big player in the mobile services industry. The company grew quickly and gained millions of subscribers. In 2006, Siva sold a 74% stake in Aircel to Malaysia-based Maxis Communications. However this move would later engage him in corruption scandals. 2G Spectrum Scandal The Maxis-Aircel deal was linked to the infamous 2G spectrum scandal. Siva was also drawn into legal battles. In 2018, Aircel filed for bankruptcy, and Siva claimed personal losses of Rs 7,000 crore. His $4 billion empire collapsed and also impacted many of his businesses. While talking about his downfall, Siva said, 'I had everything – wealth, properties, recognition – and then I watched it all vanish.' Speaking on The Ranveer Show , he shared how a book by Donald Trump inspired him to face his financial challenges. On the same day he decided to declare bankruptcy.
NDTV
08-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
"Would've Made Rs 1 Lakh Crore": Aircel Founder C Sivasankaran Shares "Two Mistakes" He Regrets The Most
C Sivasankaran, the founder of bankrupt cellular operator Aircel, recently opened up about the regrets that still weigh on him. Speaking on the podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia, the entrepreneur spoke about his journey of losing Rs 7,000 crore and then bouncing back. He also shared two simple factors that cost him the fortune of a lifetime - not learning Hindi and not relocating to major cities like Delhi or Mumbai earlier in his career. "If I had learned Hindi, I would have attracted all 140 crore Indians," Mr Sivasankaran said, adding, "And if I had moved to Delhi or Bombay when I was younger... I would have definitely made Rs 1 lakh crore." Watch the podcast below: The self-made tycoon further explained how geography and language left him isolated from India's power corridors. "I don't want to take loans. I attract money," he told Allahbadia. "At 68, I've never borrowed Rs 100 in personal capacity," he shared. Yet, despite his entrepreneurial instincts and knowledge, Mr Sivasankaran revealed that his biggest deals slipped through not because of a lack of vision, but possibly because of a lack of connection. "I made two mistakes," he said. "Not learning Hindi. And not moving to Delhi or Bombay. That's it," he told Allahbadia. Elsewhere in the podcast, the entrepreneur also revealed his most expensive purchases before he filed for bankruptcy. He shared that he invested heavily in real estate and bought multiple houses across the world. "What was the most expensive purchase you had made?" Ranveer Allahbadia asked Mr Sivasankaran. "One island," he replied. The entrepreneur revealed that he used to own two islands in Seychelles, which he has now sold. He said that he bought the islands because he wanted to feel like he was living in his own country called "Republic of Siva". "And then I bought houses in Seychelles, America, Canada, London... I had a desire to have a country of residence in all continents, so I bought it," Mr Sivasankaran said. "When I bought houses I lived in a fancy house - Rs 524 crores, 71 bedrooms. Then they demolished it. But I bought back half of that house," the entrepreneur shared. "Now I have a 2-acre plot, but I don't want to build the house. First I want to solve all the problems," he said. Mr Sivasankaran also revealed that before bankruptcy, he also owned a 14-acre house in Fremont, California, which had a helipad, and a mansion in Canada, which won awards.
