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Dhruv intended forced sexual relationship: Zilingo's Ankiti in FIR against Co-founder
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1y ago
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Fashion startup Zilingo's Co-founder Ankiti Bose has accused Co-founder Dhruv Kapoor of sexual harassment. "During a private meeting, Dhruv overstepped boundaries by persisting with an intention of initiating a non-consensual and unprofessional sexual relationship," she alleged in her FIR. She also named ex-COO Aadi Vaidya in the FIR and accused the duo of sending her sexually explicit messages.
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‘Threatned, deceived…’, Zilingo ex-CEO files FIR against co-founder, ex-COO
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1y ago
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Ankiti Bose, co-founder and ex-CEO of Zilingo, has reportedly filed a criminal complaint against co-founder Dhruv Kapoor and ex-COO Aadi Vaidya, accusing them of cheating, criminal intimidation, conspiracy, and harassment. Bose claims that Kapoor and Vaidya misled her and investors, coerced her into giving up shares and business under false pretenses, and engaged in misconduct. She alleges that they hid company-related information and fraudulently acquired her shares. Bose resigned from Zilingo in 2022 following an investigation into financial irregularities. However, the details of her complaint cannot be independently verified.
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San Fran tech founder accused of forcing his assistant into a 'slave contract' that called him 'Master' before trafficking her for sex around the world
Business Insider
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1y ago
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The former CEO and co-founder of a San Francisco tech company, Christian Lanng, has been named in a lawsuit accusing him of forcing his executive assistant to sign a "slave contract." The lawsuit claims the assistant was subjected to years of sexual abuse, torture, and assault, alleging that Lanng trafficked her around the world under the guise of business trips. Lanng denies the accusations, stating that he and the assistant had a consensual relationship. The lawsuit also implicates other Tradeshift board members in sexual abuse allegations. Tradeshift denies the allegations made against the company.
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A SpaceX employee is suing the company, alleging her manager forced her into a sexual relationship that led to pregnancy
Business Insider
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1y ago
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A female employee of SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the company, accusing it of discrimination and retaliation. The employee, Michelle Dopak, alleges that she was paid less and denied promotions compared to male colleagues. She also claims that she was forced into a sexual relationship by her married manager, resulting in a pregnancy. Dopak states that when she reported the affair, SpaceX retaliated against her. The lawsuit also accuses top executives of ignoring complaints of gender-based discrimination. SpaceX is already facing other lawsuits alleging underpayment and discrimination. The company denies any wrongdoing.
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Abhinay Maths Accuses Classplus Founders, Others Of Cheating & Forgery
Inc42
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1y ago
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Abhinay Sharma, the founder of Abhinay Maths, has filed an FIR against the founders and executives of Classplus, accusing them of cheating, forgery, fraud, and copyright infringement. The FIR names Classplus co-founders Mukul Rustagi and Bhaswat Agarwal, CFO Sankalp Agarwal, and VP of business Ayush Agarwal, as well as GSV Ventures managing partner Deborah Quazzo. The allegations include the unauthorized acquisition of assets valued at INR 70-80 Lakh and the use of counterfeit stamps. Classplus had invested in Abhinay Maths last year. Classplus had previously faced a lawsuit for alleged cheating and criminal breach of trust.
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Rajasthan vendor lodges FIR against 4B Network's Rahul Yadav alleging fraud
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1y ago
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A vendor named Vikas Om Prakas Noval from Rajasthan has lodged an FIR against 4B Networks and its founder Rahul Yadav for fraud and criminal breach of trust. The FIR was filed under sections 406, 409, 420, and 34 of the Indian Penal Code. The vendor claims that 4B Networks owes them ₹10 crore for advertising services provided in 2022, involving the installation of 83 advertisement hoardings in Pune.
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Child rights panel summons YouTube India official over failure to curb indecent content
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has summoned YouTube's head of public policy and government affairs to address the platform's alleged failure to control child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and harmful content for children. Failure to comply may result in penalties or legal action against YouTube India. The NCPCR has requested a comprehensive list of YouTube channels featuring "challenges" depicting minors in compromising situations with adults. Additionally, the cyber cell of Maharashtra police has filed an FIR against YouTube India officials and channel owners hosting CSAM and harmful content for children.
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NestAway founder levels fraud charges against Tiger Global, Chiratae
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7m ago
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Amarendra Sahu, founder of NestAway, has filed a criminal case against Tiger Global, Chiratae Ventures, co-founders, and others for alleged fraud, forgery, and coercion during NestAway's 2023 sale. Sahu claims his signature was fraudulently used to sell NestAway for ₹90 crore after he resigned as director. The complaint includes accusations of financial misconduct, as investors allegedly withheld a promised ₹11.72 crore payout. NestAway, valued at ₹1,800 crore in 2019, saw a 95% valuation drop during the distress sale. FIR was registered in Bhubaneswar under IPC sections for fraud, forgery, and criminal conspiracy.
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Ashneer Grover, wife urge Delhi HC to quash FIR following settlement with BharatPe
Economic Times
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10m ago
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- Fintech firm BharatPe and its former co-founder Ashneer Grover have settled their disputes in an alleged Rs 81 crore fraud case. - Grover and his wife, Madhuri Jain Grover, have urged the Delhi High Court to quash the FIR filed against them, citing a settlement agreement. - The court has granted time for the submission of an affidavit in compliance with the settlement agreement and listed the matter for further hearing on October 8. - All disputes between complainant Resilient Innovations Pvt Ltd, BharatPe, and the accused parties have been settled, according to senior advocate Mohit Mathur. - The accused parties seek the quashing of the FIR registered by the Economic Offences Wing of the Delhi Police under multiple provisions of the Indian Penal Code. - BharatPe alleges that Ashneer Grover and his family caused damages through illegitimate payments, inflated transactions, forged invoices, and destruction of evidence.
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Panic Grips Gurugram After Drone Delivering Frozen Chicken Crashes In Residential Society
Inc42
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1y ago
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A drone delivering frozen chicken crashed into a residential society in Gurugram, India. The incident led to an FIR being filed against the company operating the drone for violating CrPC Section 144, which was in effect at the time. The drone, operated by Skye Air, was en route to deliver food from Vipul Trade Centre to Fresco Apartments when it crashed just 50 meters from its intended destination. The company claims to have obtained all necessary approvals and permissions for drone operations along the designated route. Investigations are ongoing.
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Bhuvan Bam invests in sexual wellness brand Peppy, joins as cofounder
Economic Times
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7m ago
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Content creator and actor Bhuvan Bam has become an investor and co-founder of direct-to-consumer brand Peppy. The brand, focused on sexual wellness and pleasure, aims to challenge societal norms and create spaces for open discussions about personal needs. Peppy recently raised funds in a pre-seed round and is now looking to raise additional funds in a seed round. The global sexual wellness market was valued at $20.6 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $32.5 billion by 2033, with the Indian market expected to reach $2.09 billion by 2030.
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