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- Zoho's Sridhar Vembu asks Indians in US to 'come back'; Ashneer Grover's '$1 = Rs 94, temperature 50C' reply sparks fierce debate
A debate on brain drain and nation-building has erupted after Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urged Indians in ...More
A debate on brain drain and nation-building has erupted after Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urged Indians in the US to return home and contribute to India’s technological growth, calling it a matter of national progress and responsibility. His post on X drew a sharp reaction from entrepreneur Ashneer Grover, who dismissed the idea as impractical, citing economic factors and living conditions with his remark, “What delulu… Just DON’T.” The exchange has triggered mixed reactions online, with some supporting Vembu’s call for nation-building, while others argue that issues like infrastructure, salaries and quality of life need to be addressed before expecting professionals to return. ...Less
- #Doglapan: Ashneer Grover hits out at Shark Tank India for using his name to get publicity
Former Shark Tank India judge, Ashneer Grover, criticizes the show for using his name to boost views. The ...More
Former Shark Tank India judge, Ashneer Grover, criticizes the show for using his name to boost views. The controversy, sparked by a tweet highlighting the hashtag #AshneerGrover in video titles, draws reactions from fans longing for his return. Grover, known for his candid approach, suggests changes in the show's dynamics. As Shark Tank India navigates its third season, the dispute underscores the enduring impact of Grover's popularity and influence on the audience. ...Less
- Ashok Grover, father of BharatPe founder Ashneer Grover, no more
"Bye Papa. Love you!" wrote the former Shark Tank India investor. "Take Care of Papaji, Badi Mummy, Nanaj ...More
"Bye Papa. Love you!" wrote the former Shark Tank India investor. "Take Care of Papaji, Badi Mummy, Nanaji and Naniji in heaven," he added. ...Less
- Ex-Amazon VP reveals why your 'bad' boss may never be fired, and how complaining can turn you into the problem
Former Amazon VP Ethan Evans has sparked a debate on workplace culture after explaining why companies oft ...More
Former Amazon VP Ethan Evans has sparked a debate on workplace culture after explaining why companies often fail to act against bad managers, arguing that the issue lies in leadership incentives rather than ignorance. Speaking on The Peterman Pod, Evans said senior leaders tend to dismiss complaints by labelling employees as “overly sensitive”, as addressing the issue creates additional challenges like replacing managers and handling extra workload. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover, wife Madhuri meet “charming” Shraddha Kapoor, netizens react
Ashneer Grover of Shark Tank India season 1 fame and his wife Madhuri recently met Bollywood starlet Shra ...More
Ashneer Grover of Shark Tank India season 1 fame and his wife Madhuri recently met Bollywood starlet Shraddha Kapoor in Mumbai. Ashneer uploaded images of their meeting and hailed Shraddha for being ‘pleasant’ and ‘charming’. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover tweets about glitches on DigiYatra app. Read here
Ashneer Grover has picked out several problems and obstructions he has been facing while using the DigiYa ...More
Ashneer Grover has picked out several problems and obstructions he has been facing while using the DigiYatra application and several other users stand in agreement. ...Less
- BharatPe’s former MD Ashneer Grover to star in season 2 of TVF Pitchers. Read more
The programme "Pitchers" is about four men who left their jobs to create their own business. ...More
The programme "Pitchers" is about four men who left their jobs to create their own business. ...Less
- BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover makes surprise appearance on latest season of Roadies
In the clip, gang leaders Prince Narula, Rhea Chakraborty and Gautam Gulati are seen engaged in an intens ...More
In the clip, gang leaders Prince Narula, Rhea Chakraborty and Gautam Gulati are seen engaged in an intense bidding war for contestants. At one point, Charoborty and Gulati also propose to walk out of the show. At that moment, Grover walks in and quizzes a contestant. "Bheek hi mang raha hai na. Bhai le lo mereko (you're begging to be selected, that please take me)," he said. ...Less
- Amazon techie checks April payslip, sees TDS bigger than father's salary: 'Daylight robbery at this point...'
An Amazon employee went viral on Grapevine after sharing their shock over a heavily taxed April payslip, ...More
An Amazon employee went viral on Grapevine after sharing their shock over a heavily taxed April payslip, revealing frustration at seeing a large portion of their salary, especially TDS, deducted despite being in the highest tax bracket. The UX/UI designer expressed feeling “punished for earning well,” questioning the value they receive in return given ongoing issues like poor infrastructure, flooding, pollution, and reliance on expensive private services such as healthcare. ...Less
- 'Shark attack!' Ashneer Grover and Anupam Mittal dine out in London, thrilled fans ask 'who paid the bill?'
'Shark Tank India' fans were thrilled to see their two favourite judges spending time together. ...More
'Shark Tank India' fans were thrilled to see their two favourite judges spending time together. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover tweets poem after BharatPe CEO Suhail Sameer resigns
Besides Suhail Sameer, Ousted BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover also targeted Shashvat Nakrani and asked ...More
Besides Suhail Sameer, Ousted BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover also targeted Shashvat Nakrani and asked him to 'man up and take care of the business'. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover accused of hypocrisy after demanding roast video removal: Netizens calls him 'Rakhi Sawant of startup world'
Ashneer Grover, renowned for his blunt critiques on Shark Tank India, faced backlash after comedian Aashi ...More
Ashneer Grover, renowned for his blunt critiques on Shark Tank India, faced backlash after comedian Aashish Solanki revealed that episode 5 of his 'Pretty Good Roast Show' was removed from YouTube following Grover’s demand. Solanki's roast humorously addressed Grover’s removal from BharatPe, which didn’t sit well with Grover, leading him to request the segment's removal. Social media erupted with criticism, accusing Grover of hypocrisy and inability to handle jokes. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover's wife Madhuri wore Twee In One outfit to 'The Kapil Sharma Show' after he dissed the label on 'Shark Tank India'
Founder Niti Singhal had gifted an outfit to Grover during her pitch at the show. ...More
Founder Niti Singhal had gifted an outfit to Grover during her pitch at the show. ...Less
- BharatPe cofounder Shashvat Nakrani steps down as COO, to remain a director
Nakrani said he will move from a day-to-day role to a strategic advisor and board director from May 1, co ...More
Nakrani said he will move from a day-to-day role to a strategic advisor and board director from May 1, continuing to guide fundraising, IPO, M&A, and long-term strategy. Sources said he is likely to start a new venture. ...Less
- When Shark Tank's Deepinder Goyal turns into 'Ashneer Grover lite' and fans are loving this 'dogla twist'
In a recent Shark Tank India Season 3 clip, Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal's critique of business pitches dre ...More
In a recent Shark Tank India Season 3 clip, Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal's critique of business pitches drew attention, leading to comparisons with ex-judge Ashneer Grover. The show's official handle shared Goyal in 'Shark mode,' critiquing contestants for presentation errors. Goyal's meticulous approach resonated with viewers, emphasizing the importance of precision. Despite the positive response, social media expressed a longing for Ashneer Grover's return. Shark Tank India Season 3 premiered on January 22, featuring entrepreneurs pitching to a panel of judges. ...Less
- Gold plated coasters, dining table, private lift: Ashneer Grover gives a tour of his luxurious home in Delhi
BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover recently gave a sneak peek into his Delhi house during an interview. T ...More
BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover recently gave a sneak peek into his Delhi house during an interview. The prized possessions of the entrepreneur have taken the Internet by storm. Here is everything about Ashneer’s lavish house. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover reveals wife Madhuri Jain’s reaction after he liked Mouni Roy’s image on Instagram; Here’s what he said
During a recent episode of the show "Couple Of Things" hosted by Amrita Rao and RJ Anmol, Ashneer Grover, ...More
During a recent episode of the show "Couple Of Things" hosted by Amrita Rao and RJ Anmol, Ashneer Grover, a well-known entrepreneur, and his spouse Madhuri Jain Grover, shared a comical story from their past. ...Less
- Shark Tank India's Ashneer Grover takes a dig at Ankur Warikoo’s book, says 'Saste Mein Ek Aur Item'. Read here
In a recent tweet, Ashneer Grover made a jab at fellow entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo. It all began when one ...More
In a recent tweet, Ashneer Grover made a jab at fellow entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo. It all began when one of the consumers requested a discount on his book. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover appeals to switch on Mumbai Sea link lights with a hilarious tweet
Ashneer Grover has appealed to the Mumbai authorities to turn on the lights of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link ...More
Ashneer Grover has appealed to the Mumbai authorities to turn on the lights of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link cables. He even compared the Bandra-Worli Sea to the Bay Bridge in the US. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover recounts meeting wife Madhuri Jain, knew he will marry this girl
Madhuri Jain met her now-husband Ashneer Grover while taking coaching lessons at Career Launcher in Delhi ...More
Madhuri Jain met her now-husband Ashneer Grover while taking coaching lessons at Career Launcher in Delhi during her undergraduate studies at NIFT Delhi. Prior to collaborating professionally with her spouse, Madhuri worked with well-known companies, such as Satya Paul. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover's comment on comparison with Ankur Warikoo receives mixed reactions on social media
Ashneer Grover has made scathing remarks after he was compared with Ankur Warikoo during an event at a ma ...More
Ashneer Grover has made scathing remarks after he was compared with Ankur Warikoo during an event at a management college. Grover was offended when a student compared him to Warikoo and made a joke at Warikoo's expense in response. ...Less
- TagZ Foods to enter hemp based cookies, expand product portfolio and manufacturing
The products, known for improving heart health, will be sold on Swiggy Instamart and its own portal from ...More
The products, known for improving heart health, will be sold on Swiggy Instamart and its own portal from next week, it said in a statement. ...Less
- BharatPe's ex-co-founder Ashneer Grover proudly announces wife's impressive tax contributions
The situation escalated further when BharatPe sought legal intervention by summoning the Grovers to the D ...More
The situation escalated further when BharatPe sought legal intervention by summoning the Grovers to the Delhi High Court. The company accused the family of orchestrating a "vicious and vitriolic campaign" against them. Among the allegations were the creation of counterfeit invoices, involvement of fictitious vendors providing services to the company, and excessive charges for recruitment services. In response, the fintech unicorn sought damages of up to Rs 88 crore from the Grovers. ...Less
- "Big Boss": Ashneer Grover reveals reason why he was not included in Shark Tank season 2
Giving out reason for not joining the Indian adaptation of the global startup reality show, Ashneer jokin ...More
Giving out reason for not joining the Indian adaptation of the global startup reality show, Ashneer jokingly said he has got an offer from Bigg Boss, another hit reality show. But he said he will not join it saying, "Failed people go there, not successful people." ...Less
- Ashneer Grover, Aman Gupta's bond beyond Shark Tank India
Aman Gupta and Ashneer Grover's strong friendship prevails despite Ashneer's replacement in Shark Tank In ...More
Aman Gupta and Ashneer Grover's strong friendship prevails despite Ashneer's replacement in Shark Tank India Season 2. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover reacts after Salman Khan schools him on Bigg Boss 18, says 'My deal numbers are always correct'
Ashneer Grover, co-founder of BharatPe, was criticized by Salman Khan on Bigg Boss 18 for making false cl ...More
Ashneer Grover, co-founder of BharatPe, was criticized by Salman Khan on Bigg Boss 18 for making false claims about their past collaboration, including quoting incorrect figures. Grover, defending himself on social media, clarified that his deal numbers are bank and auditor verified. He also praised Salman as a host and clarified details about their 2019 brand collaboration. ...Less
- 'Shark Tank India Season 3': Deepinder Goyal's debut reminds netizens of Ashneer Grover as Zomato co-founder grills pitcher
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal made a noteworthy debut on Shark Tank India Season 3, impressing viewers with ...More
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal made a noteworthy debut on Shark Tank India Season 3, impressing viewers with his sharp questioning style and business insights. Fans quickly drew comparisons to the absent Ashneer Grover. ...Less
- NCLT tells Ashneer Grover to establish maintainability of plea against BharatPe
On Wednesday, the tribunal heard arguments on the quantum of stake Ashneer Grover, who is also the founde ...More
On Wednesday, the tribunal heard arguments on the quantum of stake Ashneer Grover, who is also the founder of BharatPe, holds in the company. ...Less
- Aman Gupta clicked with former Shark Ashneer Grover at OYO CEO Ritesh Agarwal's wedding
Aman Gupta and Ashneer Grover, along with their wives, attended entrepreneur Ritesh Agarwal's wedding. Th ...More
Aman Gupta and Ashneer Grover, along with their wives, attended entrepreneur Ritesh Agarwal's wedding. They posed for pictures together and posted them on their Instagram profiles. Fans were elated to see them reunited after a while. ...Less
- Exclusive | I’ve lost management shares worth Rs 100 crore: Ashneer Grover
Ashneer Grover said BharatPe had also “defrauded” his wife, former BharatPe controller Madhuri Jain, of h ...More
Ashneer Grover said BharatPe had also “defrauded” his wife, former BharatPe controller Madhuri Jain, of her employee stock options. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover, wife urge Delhi HC to quash FIR following settlement with BharatPe
The parties urged Justice Chandra Dhari Singh to quash the FIR lodged against Grover and his family in li ...More
The parties urged Justice Chandra Dhari Singh to quash the FIR lodged against Grover and his family in light of the September 30 settlement agreement. ...Less
- Delhi airport thanks Ashneer Grover for suggestions on reducing long wait time
The former Shark Tank India judge Ashneer Grover, wrote on Twitter, "Delhi airport T3 needs an overhaul! ...More
The former Shark Tank India judge Ashneer Grover, wrote on Twitter, "Delhi airport T3 needs an overhaul! 30 minutes to just enter the airport is insane. Suggestions 1) Separate gates for international / business 2) 2 people at the gate to check ticket/id (why 3 people check boarding pass between boarding gate and aircraft ? Move them !)". ...Less
- I am the rebel slave, Ashneer Grover tells BharatPe investors in resignation letter
In his resignation letter, sent to BharatPe's board, Ashneer Grover accused its investors of treating fou ...More
In his resignation letter, sent to BharatPe's board, Ashneer Grover accused its investors of treating founders like slaves. ...Less
- 'On leave' from BharatPe, Ashneer Grover takes to Instagram to share updates
The recent posts from Ashneer Grover come against the backdrop of him taking a “voluntary leave” from the ...More
The recent posts from Ashneer Grover come against the backdrop of him taking a “voluntary leave” from the company after an audio clip of his expletive-laced tirade surfaced on social media. ...Less
- BharatPe files fresh case against Ashneer Grover for divulging confidential information
Last week, Grover had posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) about the equity allocation an ...More
Last week, Grover had posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) about the equity allocation and secondary components undertaken during the company’s Series E funding round which was led by Tiger Global and saw participation from Dragoneer Investor group among others. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover, the influencer, earns more than Ashneer Grover, the entrepreneur
Ashneer Grover says he earns more as an influencer than what he earned during his Shark Tank days. ...More
Ashneer Grover says he earns more as an influencer than what he earned during his Shark Tank days. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover, wife Madhuri Jain pay Rs 8.2 cr advance tax
GST officials have since last year been investigating the books of BharatPe for alleged issuance of invoi ...More
GST officials have since last year been investigating the books of BharatPe for alleged issuance of invoices without any actual supply of goods and the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) in October 2021 had conducted a search operation at the fintech firm's head office. ...Less
- BharatPe fraud case: EOW arrests Ashneer Grover's family member
Delhi Police Economic Offences Wing has arrested Deepak Gupta, brother-in-law of BharatPe co-founder Ashn ...More
Delhi Police Economic Offences Wing has arrested Deepak Gupta, brother-in-law of BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover, in connection with an alleged Rs 81-crore fraud case. Gupta's arrest follows the earlier detention of Amit Kumar Bansal. The FIR names Grover, his wife Madhuri Jain, and other family members for misappropriating funds through various illegitimate means. ...Less
- Delhi HC refuses to stay investigation against Ashneer Grover, wife in EOW FIR
The judge issued notice on the petition by Grover and his wife seeking to quash the FIR registered by the ...More
The judge issued notice on the petition by Grover and his wife seeking to quash the FIR registered by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Delhi Police and asked the investigating agency as well as complainant BharatPe to state their stand. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover explains why BharatPe is 'special'. It's not what you expect
BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover has been at loggerheads with the fintech platform ever since he resign ...More
BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover has been at loggerheads with the fintech platform ever since he resigned after a dramatic spat. Since then, Ashneer has been taking digs at the company and its management. ...Less
- Uorfi Javed tells Ashneer Grover 'samne bol ke dikha' after his 'faltu ka panga' remark about Salman Khan. Here’s what happened
Uorfi Javed has slammed Ashneer Grover for his latest comments about Salman Khan. After Grover took a dig ...More
Uorfi Javed has slammed Ashneer Grover for his latest comments about Salman Khan. After Grover took a dig at Salman during a recent event, claiming that Salman didn't even know his name, Uorfi took to Instagram, challenging him to say the same to Salman in person. The tension between Grover and Khan dates back to a previous confrontation on Bigg Boss 18, where Salman had confronted Grover over his earlier remarks. ...Less
- 40X return in 3 years for Ashneer Grover, Peyush Bansal as Shark Tank India company hits Rs 400 crore valuation
Shark Tank India’s fourth season highlights the impressive success story of Proxgy, a company that appear ...More
Shark Tank India’s fourth season highlights the impressive success story of Proxgy, a company that appeared in the first season and has grown significantly since. Founded by Pulkit Ahuja and Inderjit Singh Makkar, Proxgy received a Rs 1 crore investment from Ashneer Grover and Peyush Bansal in 2021, valuing the company at Rs 10 crore. Today, it is valued at Rs 400 crore, reflecting its tremendous growth. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover's exit from BharatPe opens floodgates to memes and 'Shark Tank India' digs
Grover's resignation comes days after his wife, Madhuri Jain Grover, the head of controls, was sacked fro ...More
Grover's resignation comes days after his wife, Madhuri Jain Grover, the head of controls, was sacked from the company. ...Less
- Rohit Warrier, who was rejected for his pitch in Shark Tank India, showcases the same product in a Hotel Show Dubai 2022
Rohit Warrier pitched in the first season of Sony TV’s Shark Tank and was turned down. His idea, “Glass k ...More
Rohit Warrier pitched in the first season of Sony TV’s Shark Tank and was turned down. His idea, “Glass ka mask”, was severely trolled by Ashneer Grover, one of the sharks on Shark Tank and was termed as horrible and useless. ...Less
- 'Only thing lavish about me is my dreams.' Ashneer Grover hits back at BharatPe board, says he has the right to stay in plush hotels on firm's expense
He slammed the board for accusing him of using the company's money to live lavishly. ...More
He slammed the board for accusing him of using the company's money to live lavishly. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover has found his doppelgänger, netizens can't keep calm
The entrepreneur-turned-investor has a funny reaction to his look-alike. ...More
The entrepreneur-turned-investor has a funny reaction to his look-alike. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover says he has removed all defamatory social media posts against BharatPe
In addition to informing the court that Grover’s posts have been removed, the BharatPe cofounder's counse ...More
In addition to informing the court that Grover’s posts have been removed, the BharatPe cofounder's counsel said his client would abide by the court’s previous directive. ...Less
- Delhi HC asks ex-MD Ashneer Grover and Bharat Pe not to use defamatory language
While issuing notice on the plea of Bharat Pe, the Delhi High Court expressed its displeasure over the la ...More
While issuing notice on the plea of Bharat Pe, the Delhi High Court expressed its displeasure over the language used by Grover and Bharat Pe. The court asked them not to use unparliamentary and defamatory language. ...Less
- I’m not a flight risk, will cooperate with EOW: Ashneer Grover after being stopped at Delhi airport
“I had not received any communication or summon from EOW since FIR in May till 8 AM today 17 morning (7 h ...More
“I had not received any communication or summon from EOW since FIR in May till 8 AM today 17 morning (7 hours after returning from airport),” Grover posted on X (formerly Twitter) ...Less
- Delhi HC refuses to stay probe against former BharatPe executives Ashneer Grover, Madhuri Jain
The Grovers are being probed in connection with a complaint filed by BharatPe with the Economic Offences ...More
The Grovers are being probed in connection with a complaint filed by BharatPe with the Economic Offences Wing of the Delhi Police, which had registered a first information report against the couple and their family members. ...Less
- Shark Tank's Ashneer Grover sees his doppelganger singing kirtans, calls it 'super fun': Watch video
The video shared by Instagram user Kartik Tyagi has gone viral, but the man dancing in the video is not G ...More
The video shared by Instagram user Kartik Tyagi has gone viral, but the man dancing in the video is not Grover, it's someone who bears an uncanny resemblance. The video has collected over 50 lakh views and has received over 3.3 lakh likes. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover reveals he lost 15 kgs weight; Here's how
Ashneer Grober news: Ashneer grover requests press to not post his fatter pictures. Ashneer grover weight ...More
Ashneer Grober news: Ashneer grover requests press to not post his fatter pictures. Ashneer grover weight loss journey. BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover says he lost 15 kgs weight ...Less
- 3 years after leaving Shark Tank India, Ashneer Grover gears up for TV comeback
Ashneer Grover is set to return to television with a new reality show, Rise and Fall, on MX Player. The s ...More
Ashneer Grover is set to return to television with a new reality show, Rise and Fall, on MX Player. The show features 16 prominent individuals living together in a confined space for 42 days. ...Less
- BharatPe board set to meet today, final probe report to be tabled
The meeting, which was already pre-decided by BharatPe board members, is expected to happen on Tuesday ev ...More
The meeting, which was already pre-decided by BharatPe board members, is expected to happen on Tuesday evening, and will go till late in the night. ...Less
- Problem isn’t Rs 15 payout: Ashneer Grover reveals the real reason behind Blinkit/Zepto issues
“BlinkIt / Zepto - problem is not ₹15 for delivery against ₹50,” Ashneer Grover tweeted. “Problem is 10 M ...More
“BlinkIt / Zepto - problem is not ₹15 for delivery against ₹50,” Ashneer Grover tweeted. “Problem is 10 Min delivery has no economics - low ticket size and low margin can never be solved through forced low delivery cost. BlinkIt journey : 90 Min (bull run) —> Next day (bear run) —> 10 Min (bull run) —> ??”, he added. ...Less
- BharatPe filed cases because my book 'Doglapan' created panic: Ashneer Grover
Former BharatPe Co-founder and Managing Director Ashneer Grover on Saturday claimed that his book "Doglap ...More
Former BharatPe Co-founder and Managing Director Ashneer Grover on Saturday claimed that his book "Doglapan" created panic among BharatPe executives and this is the reason the fintech company had apparently filed several cases against him, including an over Rs 88.6 crore fraud case. ...Less
- BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover's new Delhi pad, with minimalistic furniture and lots of art, redefines luxury living
For Ashneer Grover, Co-founder, BharatPe, his new home ticked all the boxes. Ample space, beautiful art a ...More
For Ashneer Grover, Co-founder, BharatPe, his new home ticked all the boxes. Ample space, beautiful art and interiors done up by his wife Madhuri, home is truly where his heart is. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover says BharatPe statement comes from 'personal hatred'
In its statement on Wednesday, BharatPe said that as a result of Ashneer Grover’s misdeeds he was no long ...More
In its statement on Wednesday, BharatPe said that as a result of Ashneer Grover’s misdeeds he was no longer an employee, founder, or director of the company. ...Less
- After Ashneer Grover's demand for CEO ouster, BharatPe's other founder throws weight behind chief executive
Experts believe that neither Ashneer Grover nor Shashvat Nakrani have an individual right to withdraw the ...More
Experts believe that neither Ashneer Grover nor Shashvat Nakrani have an individual right to withdraw the nomination of the CEO from the board, and any removal from the board can only be done jointly by them. ...Less
- Read Ashneer Grover’s resignation letter sent to the BharatPe board
In an email sent to the board, Grover said he had been ‘vilified’ and treated in the ‘ most disrespectful ...More
In an email sent to the board, Grover said he had been ‘vilified’ and treated in the ‘ most disrespectful manner’ since the beginning of the year attacking the company’s investors. ...Less
- BharatPe looks to claw back Ashneer Grover’s restricted shares
Says cofounder and his family siphoned money off co accounts, reserves right to take further legal action ...More
Says cofounder and his family siphoned money off co accounts, reserves right to take further legal action ...Less
- Exclusive: Ashneer Grover in talks to sell his 9.5% stake in BharatPe
Ashneer Grover is rushing to close the stake sale before Alvarez & Marsal's audit report is tabled before ...More
Ashneer Grover is rushing to close the stake sale before Alvarez & Marsal's audit report is tabled before the BharatPe board. The secondary sale signals that he could be eventually ousted once final findings are submitted. ...Less
- Kotak Mahindra Bank to take legal action against BharatPe’s Ashneer Grover in IPO financing matter
BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover and his wife Madhuri Grover sent a legal notice to Kotak Mahindra Bank ...More
BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover and his wife Madhuri Grover sent a legal notice to Kotak Mahindra Bank on October 31, 2021, for failing to provide financing in the Nykaa IPO. ...Less
- 'Aisa kaun karta hai': Ashneer Grover takes a jibe at BharatPe management
Ashneer Grover, who had also co-founded BharatPe, claimed that as the comments are switched off, BharatPe ...More
Ashneer Grover, who had also co-founded BharatPe, claimed that as the comments are switched off, BharatPe investors are not able to get feedback from customers. ...Less
- ETtech Exclusive | Without freedom, I’m happy being a shareholder, founder: Ashneer Grover
In his first interview since the audio clip controversy, BharatPe's cofounder Ashneer Grover accuses unna ...More
In his first interview since the audio clip controversy, BharatPe's cofounder Ashneer Grover accuses unnamed detractors of fanning the flames, says some board members have been forced to react due to media scrutiny. ...Less
- Timeline: The Ashneer Grover audio clip controversy
On February 4, reports emerged that an independent audit of BharatPe ordered by its board had found evide ...More
On February 4, reports emerged that an independent audit of BharatPe ordered by its board had found evidence of fraudulent transactions in recruitment and payments to non-existent vendors. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover takes a dig at Zomato after shares hit all-time low
Ashneer Grover, founder and former MD of BharatPe, taking a dig on Twitter said the shares of Zomato woul ...More
Ashneer Grover, founder and former MD of BharatPe, taking a dig on Twitter said the shares of Zomato would have risen to Rs 450 if it had merged with Swiggy instead of Blinkit. ...Less
- BharatPe begins independent audit amid founder Ashneer Grover audio clip controversy
"BharatPe, through its legal firm, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas has appointed Alvarez and Marsal, a leadin ...More
"BharatPe, through its legal firm, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas has appointed Alvarez and Marsal, a leading management consultant and risk advisory firm to advise the Board on its recommendations," the company said. ...Less
- The story so far: How the 'shark' Ashneer Grover at BharatPe tanked
It all started when an audio clip surfaced on social media platform Twitter, where Grover was allegedly h ...More
It all started when an audio clip surfaced on social media platform Twitter, where Grover was allegedly heard threatening and abusing a Kotak Mahindra Bank employee over an IPO financing for Nykaa IPO which didn’t come through. ...Less
- Exclusive: Ashneer Grover expects ‘amicable’ solution but lawyers up
BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover has hired a Delhi law firm as pressure mounts on him to leave the compa ...More
BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover has hired a Delhi law firm as pressure mounts on him to leave the company permanently, in light of the audio clip controversy. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover sets up new firm, names it ‘Third Unicorn’
Ashneer Grover and his wife Madhuri Jain established the company on July 6, 2022, with an authorised capi ...More
Ashneer Grover and his wife Madhuri Jain established the company on July 6, 2022, with an authorised capital of Rs 20 lakh. ...Less
- I will return on or before April 1, says BharatPe's Ashneer Grover
“I’ve been relentlessly at work building up BharatPe for almost 4 years. After much deliberation and intr ...More
“I’ve been relentlessly at work building up BharatPe for almost 4 years. After much deliberation and introspection, I plan to take a temporary leave of absence from BharatPe till March-end," Ashneer Grover said. ...Less
- 'Shark' is back in TV town! Ex-BharatPe boss Ashneer Grover takes a jibe at Gautam Gulati, 'Roadies 19' promo goes viral
Ashneer Grover, who was an ex-judge of the reality TV show ‘Shark Tank India’, left many fans disappointe ...More
Ashneer Grover, who was an ex-judge of the reality TV show ‘Shark Tank India’, left many fans disappointed when it was revealed that he won’t be returning to the judge’s seat for the second season. ...Less
- Ashneer Grover apologises, Delhi HC imposes Rs 2 lakh costs over posts against BharatPe
The Delhi High Court has imposed Rs 2 lakh as costs on BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover in the matter r ...More
The Delhi High Court has imposed Rs 2 lakh as costs on BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover in the matter related to his alleged defamatory social media posts against the fintech company even as he tendered an apology for his conduct ...Less
- BharatPe vs Ashneer Grover saga: The story so far…
Earlier this week, Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Delhi Police, in a status report to the Delhi High ...More
Earlier this week, Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Delhi Police, in a status report to the Delhi High Court, said there were discrepancies in vendor invoices putting the focus back on the long-drawn saga between the Grovers and BharatPe, which started in January 2022, with both sides fighting a bitter and public battle in court. ...Less
- CrickPe: Ashneer Grover is back with a bang, ahead of IPL!
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 that begins from March 31, Ashneer Grover's new venture Thi ...More
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 that begins from March 31, Ashneer Grover's new venture Third Unicorn has launched a fantasy sports app called CrickPe that aims to take on Dream11 and Mobile Premier League (MPL). ...Less
- Ashneer Grover starts recruitment for his new venture, promises Mercedes to those who stay for 5 years
The 'Shark Tank India' judge makes an offer you can't refuse. ...More
The 'Shark Tank India' judge makes an offer you can't refuse. ...Less
- A new battle brews over Bhavik Koladiya’s stake in BharatPe
Bhavik Koladiya, who became a consultant during the early days of BharatPe — a company which he started — ...More
Bhavik Koladiya, who became a consultant during the early days of BharatPe — a company which he started — is said to have split his holding in the company between the other two cofounders, Ashneer Grover and Shashvat Nakrani ...Less
- HC rejects BharatPe cofounder Nakrani’s interim plea to stop Grover from selling shares
The court asked Grover, who is also a cofounder, to intimate Nakrani if and when he planned to sell those ...More
The court asked Grover, who is also a cofounder, to intimate Nakrani if and when he planned to sell those shares. The rejection of the interim plea is part of a broader case where Nakrani is trying to get his shares back from Grover. ...Less
- Row over comments of BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover on Indore's top rank in cleanliness survey
Indore's mayor has said that legal action will be taken against BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover over c ...More
Indore's mayor has said that legal action will be taken against BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover over comments of the city's top rank in cleanliness survey being allegedly 'bought'. In a viral video, Grover can be heard claiming the same after having lived in the city for three-four years, however he clarified later on that he was talking about the construction works. ...Less
- BharatPe paid Rs 1.69 crore salary to Ashneer Grover in FY22, Rs 63 lakh to his wife
Fintech platform BharatPe paid a salary of Rs 1.69 crore to its Co-founder and managing director Ashneer ...More
Fintech platform BharatPe paid a salary of Rs 1.69 crore to its Co-founder and managing director Ashneer Grover in FY22, while his wife Madhuri Jain Grover who was former head of controls at the company took home Rs 63 lakhs. ...Less
- BharatPe's Ashneer Grover attacks fintech's board chairman Rajnish Kumar, says governance review is a 'facade'
In response to the accusations laid out by Ashneer Grover, Rajnish Kumar in an internal communication sai ...More
In response to the accusations laid out by Ashneer Grover, Rajnish Kumar in an internal communication said that the allegations were ‘completely’ baseless and that he has no intention to continue on BharatPe’s board. ...Less
- BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover, wife stopped at Delhi airport while travelling to New York
This was done on the basis of a look-out circular (LoC) issued against the two upon request by the Econom ...More
This was done on the basis of a look-out circular (LoC) issued against the two upon request by the Economic Offences Wing of Delhi Police. ...Less
- From Kapil Sharma show to Ashneer Grover show: Kiku Sharda to star in Rise and Fall. When and where to watch
Ashneer Grover hosts 'Rise and Fall,' a reality show where 15 celebrities face extreme living conditions ...More
Ashneer Grover hosts 'Rise and Fall,' a reality show where 15 celebrities face extreme living conditions for 42 days. Some live in luxury, while others struggle in a basement, with power constantly shifting. Streaming on MX Player and airing on Sony TV from September 6, the show promises daily doses of betrayal, drama, and unpredictable power dynamics. ...Less
- BharatPe fraud complaint: EOW summons Ashneer Grover, wife on November 21
The LoC was opened against the couple at the request of the Delhi Police EoW. ...More
The LoC was opened against the couple at the request of the Delhi Police EoW. ...Less
- Shark Tank personality Ashneer Grover criticizes airport lounges, calls them 'free meal scheme canteens'
Ashneer's viewpoint resonated with numerous netizens, who agreed with him in the comments section. This i ...More
Ashneer's viewpoint resonated with numerous netizens, who agreed with him in the comments section. This indicates that his opinion reflects a broader sentiment among travelers who may have encountered similar experiences in airport lounges. ...Less
- Nothing to hide, says defiant Grover, hours after resigning
Hours after he resigned from BharatPe, cofounder Ashneer Grover told us in an interview that he was open ...More
Hours after he resigned from BharatPe, cofounder Ashneer Grover told us in an interview that he was open to making his and his family’s finances public, and challenged board chairman Rajnish Kumar and Sequoia Capital’s Shailendra Singh to do the same. ...Less
- 'Shark Tank' investor Ashneer Grover to launch his book ‘Doglapan’, Twitterati reacts
The book 'Doglapan' is being billed as "raw, gut-wrenchingly honest and one of the finest storytelling fr ...More
The book 'Doglapan' is being billed as "raw, gut-wrenchingly honest and one of the finest storytelling from the Delhi boy renowned for his truth bombs". ...Less
- Ashneer Grover resigns from BharatPe, says he’s been ‘vilified’ by investors
Ashneer Grover said that from being celebrated as the face of Indian entrepreneurship he is now wasting h ...More
Ashneer Grover said that from being celebrated as the face of Indian entrepreneurship he is now wasting his time fighting a long, lonely battle against his own investors and management. Unfortunately, in this battle, the management has lost what is actually at stake – BharatPe, he said ...Less
- Viral audio clip's fake, says BharatPe's Ashneer Grover
The audio clip suggests that the argument between Ashneer Grover, his wife and the unidentified Kotak Mah ...More
The audio clip suggests that the argument between Ashneer Grover, his wife and the unidentified Kotak Mahindra Bank representative was due to Grover missing out on share allotment during Nykaa’s IPO. ...Less
- BharatPe’s Ashneer Grover goes on leave, weeks after rant went viral
"For now, the board has accepted Ashneer Grover's decision, which we agree is in the best interests of th ...More
"For now, the board has accepted Ashneer Grover's decision, which we agree is in the best interests of the company, our employees and investors, and the millions of merchants we support each day,” BharatPe said in a statement. ...Less
- BharatPe hits Ashneer Grover with fresh case; Tesla ready to invest in India, but conditions apply
BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover finds himself in trouble yet again, this time for sharing the company’s ...More
BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover finds himself in trouble yet again, this time for sharing the company’s confidential information on social media. ...Less
- BharatPe CEO Suhail Sameer says Ashneer Grover ‘stole money’, later apologises
Responding to the post, Grover wrote: "Folks please look into this. Not done — their salaries have to be ...More
Responding to the post, Grover wrote: "Folks please look into this. Not done — their salaries have to be paid first before anything," tagging head of financial control at BharatPe Hersimran Kaur and Sameer. His sister, Aashima Grover, also joined in, calling BharatPe's top management a "shameless bunch". ...Less
- 'Shark Tank' investor and BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover is working on his memoir
The book will be published by Penguin India. ...More
The book will be published by Penguin India. ...Less
- Is Ashneer Grover working on a film? Former BharatPe co-founder teases 'Doglapan 2.0' and movie plans
Ashneer Grover's autobiography, 'Doglapan: The Hard Truth about Life and Start-Ups,' details his journey ...More
Ashneer Grover's autobiography, 'Doglapan: The Hard Truth about Life and Start-Ups,' details his journey from a 'refugee' in Delhi to a prominent entrepreneur. It has resonated with readers nationwide, earning praise for its authenticity and honesty. Keeping fans eagerly anticipating what's next, Grover has now teased plans for 'Doglapan 2.0' and a movie adaptation. ...Less
- Rise and Fall winner leaked and is it really Arjun Bijlani? Check the latest update and ways to watch the Ashneer Grover show's grand finale
Television actor Arjun Bijlani has won the first season of the reality show Rise and Fall. Hosted by Ashn ...More
Television actor Arjun Bijlani has won the first season of the reality show Rise and Fall. Hosted by Ashneer Grover, the grand finale is shceduled to air on October 17, 2025. Bijlani expressed his gratitude after his victory. The show featured contestants divided into 'Rulers' and 'Workers' competing for a cash prize. ...Less
- Grover guns for BharatPe CEO; no tax breaks for Tesla
Ashneer Grover, the embattled founder and managing director of BharatPe, has asked the company’s board me ...More
Ashneer Grover, the embattled founder and managing director of BharatPe, has asked the company’s board members to remove CEO Suhail Sameer from the board. ...Less
- Rajnish Kumar rebuffs Ashneer Grover’s charges of probe being biased, says he's not stepping down from board
“Ashneer is being immature. There will be no impact of this on the company or myself. Everyone knows my c ...More
“Ashneer is being immature. There will be no impact of this on the company or myself. Everyone knows my credibility and these comments won't change that,” BharatPe board chairman Rajnish Kumar said ...Less
- BharatPe cofounder Ashneer Grover unveils new startup The Third Unicorn, asks VCs to stay out
In his post, Ashneer Grover also highlighted an overarching framework of his upcoming venture. Taking a d ...More
In his post, Ashneer Grover also highlighted an overarching framework of his upcoming venture. Taking a dig at the venture capital community, he said he only believes in “desi” (homegrown) or “self-earned” capital. ...Less
- BharatPe probe finds invoice discrepancies, vendor linkages to Grover’s family members
The bank accounts of at least eight human resource (HR) consultancy firms involved with BharatPe for recr ...More
The bank accounts of at least eight human resource (HR) consultancy firms involved with BharatPe for recruitment services have been found linked to relatives of former head of controls, Madhuri Jain, with some of these firms established to siphon funds from the fintech unicorn. ...Less