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Manju Agarwal, an independent director at Paytm Payments Bank Limited (PPBL) has resigned, according to a regulatory filing by Paytm. The company stated that her departure was due to personal commitments. “We hereby submit that our associate entity, PPBL, has informed us that Manju Agarwal, Independent Director, resigned from its Board on February 1, 2024, due to her personal commitments which was noted by PPBL board on February 6, 2024,” the financial technology company said in its filing. The company added: “We hereby submit that PPBL is our associate entity and this event (the resignation) is not deemed material…

Haldwani is currently experiencing communal unrest in the aftermath of the demolition of an allegedly unauthorized madrasa, leading to two casualties and over 100 injuries.   Communal tension escalated in the Banbhoolpura area of Nainital district on Thursday evening as clashes erupted over the removal of an “illegally built” madrasa, according to officials familiar with the situation. The district magistrate promptly enforced a curfew in Banbhoolpura and issued a ‘shoot-at-sight’ order against the rioters.    On Friday morning, Nainital district magistrate Vandana Singh revised the death toll to two, correcting earlier reports of three to four casualties due to confusion.…

Vote counting is underway in Pakistan following the general election on Thursday, marked by the suspension of mobile phone services and violent unrest. The release of results has been slow, prompting election officials to urge local authorities to expedite the process. Imran Khan’s disqualified and jailed party claims the delay indicates vote-rigging. Unofficial TV channel results suggest Khan’s allies are leading.   Disqualified last year on corruption charges, Khan couldn’t stand in the election. His party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), had to field candidates as independents, challenging Nawaz Sharif’s party. Sharif’s brother, Shehbaz, replaced Khan two years ago.   With 128…

The startup framework in India is a dynamic effort of creativity and enterprise. This thriving industry has grown at a rate never seen before, giving rise to innovative businesses that are changing the Indian and international markets. These firms, which operate in a variety of sectors including technology, healthcare, e-commerce, and financial services, demonstrate the depth and breadth of Indian entrepreneurial ability. You’ll learn a variety of things about the Indian startups from this piece of content. This page provides a starting point for comprehending the scope of India’s startup scene, even though it does not include a ranking of…

Over the years, India has seen a notable increase in entrepreneurship. From IT titans to inspirational leaders, the nation has produced a skilled group of people who have turned concepts into profitable businesses. The top ten entrepreneurs who have had a major influence on India’s business environment and attained extraordinary success are profiled in this article. Success requires time and attention, much like growing a plant. It doesn’t happen overnight. These business owners worked hard to achieve success. They put forth a lot of effort each day at work and persevered through difficult times. The top ten success stories of…

Jasprit Bumrah has etched his name in history, securing the coveted top spot in the ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings after a stellar performance in the second match of the ICC World Test Championship series against England in Visakhapatnam. This achievement marks him as the first Indian pacer to reach this pinnacle. The 30-year-old fast bowler’s remarkable feat comes on the heels of an outstanding display, where he claimed a total of nine wickets in the match. Bumrah’s ascent to the top-ranking places him alongside prominent Indian spinners Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Bishan Singh Bedi, making him the fourth player…

What do you think only committing a serious crime can put you behind the bars? No, there are some laws which can land you in trouble just for disposing chewing gum carelessly. You can be punished for disposing chewing gum in an improper manner in Singapore but in India “tasreef ke neeche chewing gum rakh dete hain kuch idiots”. Indian Govt. should also implement this law. You must be thinking what kind of law is this? But you may not be aware of some other laws across the world which can land you in trouble just for doing silly things.…

Do you include salad in your lunch or dinner just for satisfying your tastebuds or you are really aware of the benefits. Today, we are going to tell you some exciting benefits of a very special salad component i.e. beetroot. Scientifically referred to as Beta vulgaris, beetroot is a type of root vegetable. Because beetroot has so many health benefits, it’s commonly referred to as a functional food. Beetroot is a staple food in many communities and is grown in several countries across the world. It is also employed in the manufacturing sector as a coloring pigment. The numerous health…

Hemant Soren, the former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and leader of the JMM who was arrested, arrived to the parliament on Monday to vote in favor of the government led by Champai Soren. Hemant Soren, the executive president of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), has been granted permission to take part in the floor test by a special court in Ranchi.   The Enforcement Directorate detained Hemant Soren on January 31 in connection with a money laundering investigation involving a purported land swindle. On February 2, the court remanded Soren to ED custody for a period of five days.   In…

Guwahati: The Assam Police has detained John Matthew Bone and Michael James Flinchum, both US nationals, for reportedly breaching their visa conditions by engaging in religious preaching. The incident took place on February 2 at the Baptist Christian Hospital in Tezpur, Assam, where religious preaching is prohibited under visa regulations. Local residents filed a complaint, prompting the police to take action. The individuals were each fined $500, and the case has been forwarded to the police headquarters after being filed at the Kacharigaon police station. There are indications that the US nationals may face deportation, according to sources. Earlier on…