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‘Lagaan must be stopped’: Anupam Mittal on Google's action against Shaadi.com

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Livemint · 2y ago

‘Lagaan must be stopped’: Anupam Mittal on Google's action against Shaadi.com

Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal has compared Google to the "Digital East India Company" following its delisting of Indian mobile apps, including Shaadi.com, over a payment dispute. Mittal called for the end of Google's "Lagaan" (service fee) and criticized the company's disregard for India's internet ecosystem. Some Indian apps have been restored after government intervention, but without in-app billing. The move has sparked criticism from startups and calls for the development of India's own app store as part of its digital infrastructure.

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Indian govt is anti-monopolies, it's good for Indians: Anupam

Twitter · 2y ago

Indian govt is anti-monopolies, it's good for Indians: Anupam

Shaadi.com Founder Anupam Mittal said the Indian government's anti-monopoly stance "is a good thing for Indians". "Indian government is anti-monopolies as we have seen with the emergence of UPI, ONDC, etc," he stated. In an interview with Mint, Mittal said Google's attempts to "colonise the Indian economy" will end badly for the company.

If couples don't stare at each other, how'll India be most populous: Anupam Mittal

Inshorts · 1y ago

If couples don't stare at each other, how'll India be most populous: Anupam Mittal

Shaadi.com Founder Anupam Mittal reacted to L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan's 'How long can you stare at your wife?' comment. "But sir, if husband and wife don't look at each other, how will we remain most populous country in the world?" Mittal said. He earlier said employees must work long enough so that it's the only thing they have time for.

Keep pushing and keep fighting: Anupam Mittal to strugglers

Inshorts · 1y ago

Keep pushing and keep fighting: Anupam Mittal to strugglers

Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal shared his early struggles on LinkedIn. He said he made 800 applications and sit through 65 interviews before landing his first job in the US during a recession. Mittal encouraged strugglers to stay persistent, saying, "Every 'no' brings us closer to a 'yes.' Keep fighting - your breakthrough is out there, just waiting to find you."

Inside The Messy Split Between Anupam Mittal’s Shaadi.com And WestBridge

Inc42 · 1y ago

Inside The Messy Split Between Anupam Mittal’s Shaadi.com And WestBridge

WestBridge Ventures and Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal are embroiled in a legal dispute over a Shareholders' Agreement (SHA) clause. WestBridge, which invested in Shaadi.com in 2006, is exercising its exit rights after the company failed to facilitate an IPO or buy back shares within five years. The case has been heard across multiple jurisdictions, including Singapore and India. WestBridge seeks to sell its shares, potentially to competitor Info Edge, which could lead to a hostile takeover of Shaadi.com. Mittal, who holds 30% of the company, opposes this, fearing significant consequences for the platform's future.

'This is classic monopoly abuse': Zoho CEO Vembu on Google delisting apps; Netizens ask for Zoho Play Store

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 2y ago

'This is classic monopoly abuse': Zoho CEO Vembu on Google delisting apps; Netizens ask for Zoho Play Store

Zoho CEO, Sridhar Vembu, criticized Google for removing several Indian apps from the Play Store due to non-compliance with payment policies. Vembu called it a case of monopoly abuse and urged regulators and courts to intervene. The post received significant attention, with some users expressing interest in a Zoho-owned Play Store platform. Previously, Sundar Pichai-led Google delisted over 20 apps, including popular ones like Shaadi.com and Naukri.com. In response, Shaadi.com CEO, Anupam Mittal, called it a dark day for the Indian internet and accused Google of having little regard for India. However, many users supported Google's right to delist non-compliant apps. Some of the apps, including Shaadi.com and Naukri, were eventually restored on the Play Store.

Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal slams Google for ’arbitrary and monopolistic’ actions harming Indian startups

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Livemint · 1y ago

Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal slams Google for ’arbitrary and monopolistic’ actions harming Indian startups

Anupam Mittal, founder of Shaadi.com, accused Google of engaging in arbitrary and monopolistic actions that are negatively impacting Indian startups and the country's economy. Mittal's allegation came in response to concerns raised by Aditi Shrivastava, another prominent figure in the Indian startup ecosystem, about the lack of a clear escalation process for apps blocked on the Google Play Store without explanation. Earlier this year, Mittal compared Google to the "Digital East India Company" after the tech giant delisted several Indian mobile apps, including Shaadi.com, over a payment dispute.

‘Level 2 founders win...’: Shark Tank India's Anupam Mittal explains why problem solvers outshine dream sellers

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Business Today · 11m ago

‘Level 2 founders win...’: Shark Tank India's Anupam Mittal explains why problem solvers outshine dream sellers

Anupam Mittal, founder of Shaadi.com and Shark Tank India judge, emphasizes that solution-oriented thinking distinguishes promising founders from others. He argues that clarity in addressing problems signals depth, as opposed to surface-level ambition. Mittal highlights the difference between enthusiastic buzzwords and well-articulated solutions. His insights, shared on LinkedIn, have resonated within the startup community, advocating for founders to prioritize problem-solving over mere ambition to achieve sustainable success.

SC Stays Cheating Case Against Shaadi.com's Anupam Mittal

Inc42 · 9m ago

SC Stays Cheating Case Against Shaadi.com's Anupam Mittal

The Supreme Court has paused a criminal case against Anupam Mittal, founder of Shaadi.com. The case emerged from a complaint by a Hyderabad woman who alleged she was scammed by a man on the platform. Identified as Cherukuri Harsha, he allegedly used a fake profile with a politician’s image, posing as a groom. He deceived her into transferring over INR 10 lakh, citing false emergencies like frozen bank accounts, as reported by The Times of India.

Shaadi.com's Anupam Mittal pleads with FM Sitharaman to ease KYC paperwork

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Livemint · 2y ago

Shaadi.com's Anupam Mittal pleads with FM Sitharaman to ease KYC paperwork

Shaadi.com founder, Anupam Mittal, has appealed to the Finance Ministry to simplify the know-your-customer (KYC) process for startups and angel investors. Mittal expressed concerns about the time-consuming paperwork involved in filing KYC information and requested policies that provide a favorable environment for Indian startups. The Income Tax Department responded to Mittal's post on social media, asking him to email them with specific issues or queries. Mittal emphasized that the department already possesses most investors' details and called on the government to reduce excessive paperwork.

'From ₹1 lakh to ₹1 crore': Anupam Mittal calls Sharma Ji Ka Aata investment his ‘mission,’ not just business

Business Today

Business Today · 1y ago

'From ₹1 lakh to ₹1 crore': Anupam Mittal calls Sharma Ji Ka Aata investment his ‘mission,’ not just business

Anupam Mittal, founder of Shaadi.com and Shark Tank India judge, highlighted the growth of his investment, Sharma Ji Ka Aata. Starting as a small chakki in Pune, the brand expanded into a 20,000-square-foot factory, achieving near ₹1 crore monthly revenue. Initially created by Sangeeta Sharma to solve a personal problem, her flour business grew through resilience and passion. Mittal reflects on the importance of authenticity and personal motivation in entrepreneurship, viewing this venture as both a business and a mission.

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