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PhonePe surpasses 600M users, expands its digital payment ecosystem
Mumbai: PhonePe has announced that it has crossed 600 million (60 crore) registered users on its platform, marking a significant milestone as the company approaches its 10 anniversary this year.
The digital payments and financial services provider attributes this achievement to its continuous innovation, enhanced service offerings, and a growing user base. By prioritising security, reliability, and speed in its payment system, PhonePe has strengthened customer trust and expanded its reach across India’s merchant network, fostering a comprehensive digital payments ecosystem for consumers and businesses alike.
PhonePe co-founder & CEO, Sameer Nigam stated, “Reaching 60 crore registered users is a proud moment for all of us at PhonePe. Every milestone brings us closer to realising our vision of building a truly inclusive financial ecosystem. We will continue developing homegrown solutions to meet the evolving needs of our users and support India’s digital transformation.”
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Anurag Mittal returns to PwC India as partner
Former Barbeque Nation CFO rejoins PwC after three years
MUMBAI: PwC India has appointed Anurag Mittal as partner, marking a return to the firm where he began his professional career.
Based in Mumbai, Mittal brings nearly two decades of experience in transaction advisory, deal execution and financial leadership. He joins PwC India after a three-year stint as senior director at Alvarez & Marsal, where he led complex financial due diligence and deal advisory assignments across sectors.
Mittal is a former chief financial officer of Barbeque Nation Hospitality Limited, where he oversaw financial strategy at one of India’s largest casual dining operators. His earlier career includes a combined nine-year tenure at Alvarez & Marsal across leadership roles and nearly six years in transaction advisory services at EY.
He began his career as an article trainee at Price Waterhouse Lovelock & Lewis, making his elevation to partner a full-circle return. In his new role, Mittal will spearhead PwC India’s advisory roadmap, with a focus on transactions and complex financial engagements.
