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ZebPay bolsters its leadership; appoints Abhishek Gupta as head of HR
Mumbai: ZebPay, one of India’s oldest and most trusted crypto asset exchange, has onboarded Abhishek Gupta as the head of Human Resources. He joined the company in 2021 and has been leading talent strategy at ZebPay.
In his new role, he will be responsible for developing and implementing ZebPay’s organizational growth strategy, talent management initiatives, and culture transformation efforts. He will work closely with other leaders across the company to foster a culture of excellence that prioritizes personal and professional development.
Gupta has a decade of rich experience and expertise in driving people strategy, policies and programs in the areas of leadership development, talent management and organization effectiveness. He has held leadership positions at KFC India, DP World India, Yes Bank, and Capgemini. He holds an MBA in HR from the Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SMCHRD), Pune, and has been recognized as one of the Top 35 Young HR Leaders by People Business Consultancy and the Young HR Leader of the Year by ET Now.
ZebPay CEO Rahul Pagidipati said, “At ZebPay, we take great pride in our strong business and ethical values. I’m thrilled to have Gupta take on this new role. He has played an instrumental role in cultivating ZebPay’s Ohana culture. His passion for fostering innovation and professional development, along with his proven track record of building high-performing teams, make him an excellent fit for our organization. We are confident that his expertise and commitment will help us accelerate our growth even further.”
Gupta said, “As I embark on this new journey at ZebPay, I’m thrilled to be part of an organization that prioritizes creating a culture of innovation and personal and professional development. By empowering and transforming our people, I’m committed to delivering efficient HR solutions and supporting the organization to reach even greater heights.”
Gupta’s appointment marks a significant move for ZebPay as the company continues to grow and innovate in the crypto space. With his leadership, the company is poised to usher in a new era of talent and culture that will drive its success for years to come.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
