West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced an investigation into the suicide of TMC leader Asish Banerjee to determine if he faced threats. Banerjee was found dead at a party office in Rampurhat, prompting calls for an impartial probe.
Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra cancelled his scheduled shows in Whitefield, Bengaluru, after Hindutva activists petitioned police, citing threats to law and order and religious harmony due to alleged disrespect to Hindu deities. The shows were rescheduled to Koramangala.
Kunal Kamra cancelled his Bengaluru shows in Whitefield after Hindutva activists petitioned police, citing threats to harmony and religious disrespect. Kamra informed police of his decision. His shows were rescheduled to a Koramangala venue, with BookMyShow handling refunds and new bookings.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh was suspended from the West Bengal Assembly for the remainder of Wednesday after disrupting a budget debate. Ghosh interrupted rebel TMC Chief Whip Akhruzzaman and refused to return to his seat, leading to marshals forcibly removing him amid protests and an escalating internal power struggle within the party.
Meta's WhatsApp is launching a major financial services and AI initiative led by Kunal Shah, aiming to leverage AI agents and the Meta AI chatbot for growth, especially in India. Shah's appointment highlights India's strategic importance and could revive WhatsApp's fintech ambitions.
Meta invests $900M in India's Cred, valuing it at $4.5B, and appoints founder Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp globally. This move suggests WhatsApp's future evolution towards commerce and financial services, leveraging India's consumer insights.
Kunal Shah, founder of India's Cred, has been appointed to lead WhatsApp, a move that propels him into the global spotlight. The appointment follows Meta's investment in Cred and comes as WhatsApp expands into payments, business services, and AI.
Abhijit Shah wird neuer Chef von WhatsApp und folgt auf Will Cathcart. Shah, Gründer des indischen Fintech-Unternehmens Cred, soll WhatsApps nächste Wachstumsphase einleiten. Cathcart tritt nach fast sieben Jahren zurück.
WhatsApp'ın başında 7 yıl geçiren Will Cathcart, 22 Haziran 2026'da görevini bırakarak Meta'da yeni bir pozisyona geçecek. Yerine CRED kurucusu Kunal Shah atanacak. Meta, CRED'e 900 milyon dolar yatırım yaptı.
Will Cathcart is stepping down as head of WhatsApp after nearly seven years, citing the platform's strong position as the right moment to transition. Kunal Shah, founder of Indian fintech startup Cred, will succeed him, bringing a "builder mentality and global perspective," according to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Shah will remain a shareholder in Cred, which has received $900m in investment from Meta for a 20% stake.
Kunal Shah, founder of Indian fintech CRED, will head WhatsApp. Meta also invested $900M in CRED. Meanwhile, the US has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil exports, potentially allowing Indian buyers to resume imports after years of restrictions.
Kunal Shah is stepping down as CEO of CRED to lead WhatsApp globally. Meta is investing $900 million in CRED, valuing it at $4.5 billion. Shah's move to WhatsApp is seen as leveraging his expertise in behavioral product design for a platform with billions of users.
Indian fintech Cred secures $900M led by Meta, valued at over $4B. Founder Kunal Shah departs for a leadership role at Meta's WhatsApp, which aims to leverage his expertise for its payment services in India. Miten Sampat becomes interim CEO.
Meta Platforms has appointed Kunal Shah, founder of Indian fintech Cred, as the new global head of WhatsApp. Meta is also investing $900 million in Cred, valuing it at $4.5 billion. Shah will relocate to Meta's California headquarters, succeeding Will Cathcart.
Kunal Shah, founder of CRED, will head WhatsApp globally following Meta's $900 million investment in CRED. Shah, known for scaling CRED and selling FreeCharge, will transition from CRED CEO to Meta's global leadership.
Meta leads an $900 million funding round in Indian fintech firm Cred, valuing it at $4.5 billion. Kunal Shah, Cred's founder, will replace Will Cathcart as the global CEO of WhatsApp, a significant move for an Indian startup founder.
Kunal Shah, founder of CRED and FreeCharge, will lead Meta's WhatsApp globally. He is stepping down from his operational role at CRED but will remain a shareholder. Shah cited WhatsApp's massive untapped potential as a reason for joining Meta.
Will Cathcart, head of Meta's WhatsApp for over seven years, is moving to a new product development role. Kunal Shah, founder of Indian fintech startup Cred, will succeed him. Meta is also investing $900 million in Cred.
Meta has appointed Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp, succeeding Will Cathcart. This move coincides with a $900 million investment in Shah's fintech firm CRED, making Meta a minority investor. India, WhatsApp's largest market, is key to Meta's growth in business messaging and digital payments.
WhatsApp'ın CEO'su Will Cathcart, yedi yıllık görevinin ardından koltuğunu CRED kurucusu Kunal Shah'a devrediyor. Shah'ın liderliğinde WhatsApp'ın teknolojik yeniliklere ve kullanıcı gizliliğine odaklanması bekleniyor.
West Bengal BJP leader Agnimitra Paul described recent egg-throwing incidents targeting TMC leaders as 'deemocracy,' reflecting public anger over alleged corruption and misgovernance. The incidents, including one outside Mamata Banerjee's residence, highlight growing resentment against the ruling party.
TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh was hit by an egg thrown by a youth outside Mamata Banerjee's Kalighat residence in Kolkata. The accused alleged Ghosh committed 'atrocities,' while Ghosh called it 'planned hooliganism' and questioned security.
Soha Ali Khan recounted a terrifying 2011 home invasion where her husband, Kunal Kemmu, confronted the intruder while she stood by, admitting her fear and desire to be braver. She also shared insights into her family dynamics, including seeking relationship advice from brother Saif Ali Khan and getting amusing updates from Kareena Kapoor Khan.
Trinamool Congress leader Kunal Ghosh has demanded the suspension of IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma, nicknamed 'Singham', over alleged massive rigging in West Bengal's Falta Assembly constituency. The Election Commission has ordered a complete repoll in all 285 polling stations on May 21, citing severe electoral offences and subversion of democratic process during the April 29 polling. The EC's detailed order revealed that initial scrutiny was deeply flawed, relying primarily on paperwork while failing to thoroughly examine complaints and review video footage. The BJP had alleged that party symbols on EVMs were taped over at several booths.
