rags to riches

  • The Gold-Obsessed Millionaire: Kanhaiyalal Khatik

    The Gold-Obsessed Millionaire: Kanhaiyalal Khatik's Journey from Vegetable Vendor to Wearing 3.5 KG of Gold Daily

    Nov 28, 2025 05:02 pm CST

    Discover the extraordinary story of Kanhaiyalal Khatik, Rajasthan's "Goldman" who transformed from a humble vegetable vendor to a wealthy businessman wearing 3.5 kg of gold (worth Rs 4.1 crore) daily. Recently targeted by extortionists demanding Rs 5 crore, Khatik's gold obsession began with a borrowed chain and grew into a lifestyle that's made him famous across Chittorgarh.

  • From Auto Driver to Millionaire: Jaipur Businessman Spends Rs 31 Lakh on VIP Number Plate for Son

    From Auto Driver to Millionaire: Jaipur Businessman Spends Rs 31 Lakh on VIP Number Plate for Son's Luxury Audi

    Nov 05, 2025 09:29 pm CST

    A remarkable rags-to-riches story from Jaipur showcases how Rahul Taneja transformed from an auto-rickshaw driver to a successful businessman who recently spent Rs 31 lakh on Rajasthan's most expensive registration number (RJ 60 CM 0001) for his son's Audi RSQ8. Born to impoverished parents, Taneja worked multiple jobs since childhood before establishing several successful businesses. His journey represents the ultimate gift to his son turning 18 - a luxury car with a prestigious VIP number plate that continues Taneja's tradition of collecting exclusive vehicle registrations.