Shark Tank India judge and Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal argued on social media that companies should move away from the "British-era next-month payout system" and instead pay employees twice a month. Anupam noted that Indian companies pay their employees’ salaries during the first week of the month for the work completed in the previous month. He stated that this age-old practice must be reconsidered to help employees avoid missed EMIs, missing rent, and don’t get entrapped in unfair debt arrangements. In a post on LinkedIn, Anupam Mittal wrote a long note and questioned, “When should you get paid?” He added that organisations often offer benefits like “enhanced leave, free food, and remote working” and claim to be “employee-centric,” while they ignore the “most valued benefit.” He further claimed that many companies disburse salaries around the 7th of each month, while others aim for the 1st but may postpone payments by a day or two when weekends or bank holidays intervene. Mittal said his company adopted a different approach, shifting salary payments to the end of each month, describing the change as a matter of "common sense."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/govt-cracks-whip-shunts-cbse-chairman-secretary-over-evaluation-fiasco-orders-probe-1780405678066">Govt cracks whip, shunts CBSE chairman, secretary after evaluation fiasco; orders probe into vendor selection</a> “A few years ago, we decided Shaadi.com that salaries should go out at the end of the current month, not in the following month. Not as a perk. But, as common sense,” he said. Anupam also noted that a delay in the disbursement of salaries can be disastrous for some employees. “Because for some folks, a week’s delay may be an accounting detail. But for most, it can mean an EMI bounce, a rent scramble, an awkward call, or half a day wasted fixing something that should never have broken. Ask the vast majority of India, and they will tell you, cash flow is dignity,” he said.<h3>Anupam Mittal on employees' salaries</h3>Later, he also made a case directing companies to pay their employees twice a month as this would be a “win for the economy.” “In fact, I think companies should pay twice a month, on the 15th and 30th. Yes, payroll teams will grumble a bit. But in 2026, with tech, this is not rocket science. Better cash flow means less stress, fewer debt traps, more spending velocity and ergo, a GDP nudge. Win for employees, win for companies, win for the economy. So push your HR and let’s end this British-era next-month payout system?” Anupam Mittal has been part of Shark Tank India as a judge since its debut in 2021. Over the first four seasons, he backed 103 startups through investment deals, committing a total of Rs 37.3 crore to entrepreneurs featured on the show.

Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal urged companies to abandon the "British-era next-month payout system" and pay employees twice a month (15th and 30th). He stated that Shaadi.com pays at the month-end to help workers avoid debt traps and missed EMIs.

Shark Tank India judge and Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal argued on social media that companies should move away from the "British-era next-month payout system" and instead pay employees twice a month. Anupam noted that Indian companies pay their employees’ salaries during the first week of the month for the work completed in the previous month. He stated that this age-old practice must be reconsidered to help employees avoid missed EMIs, missing rent, and don’t get entrapped in unfair debt arrangements. In a post on LinkedIn, Anupam Mittal wrote a long note and questioned, “When should you get paid?” He added that organisations often offer benefits like “enhanced leave, free food, and remote working” and claim to be “employee-centric,” while they ignore the “most valued benefit.” He further claimed that many companies disburse salaries around the 7th of each month, while others aim for the 1st but may postpone payments by a day or two when weekends or bank holidays intervene. Mittal said his company adopted a different approach, shifting salary payments to the end of each month, describing the change as a matter of "common sense." Also read: Govt cracks whip, shunts CBSE chairman, secretary after evaluation fiasco; orders probe into vendor selection “A few years ago, we decided Shaadi.com that salaries should go out at the end of the current month, not in the following month. Not as a perk. But, as common sense,” he said. Anupam also noted that a delay in the disbursement of salaries can be disastrous for some employees. “Because for some folks, a week’s delay may be an accounting detail. But for most, it can mean an EMI bounce, a rent scramble, an awkward call, or half a day wasted fixing something that should never have broken. Ask the vast majority of India, and they will tell you, cash flow is dignity,” he said. Anupam Mittal on employees' salaries Later, he also made a case directing companies to pay their employees twice a month as this would be a “win for the economy.” “In fact, I think companies should pay twice a month, on the 15th and 30th. Yes, payroll teams will grumble a bit. But in 2026, with tech, this is not rocket science. Better cash flow means less stress, fewer debt traps, more spending velocity and ergo, a GDP nudge. Win for employees, win for companies, win for the economy. So push your HR and let’s end this British-era next-month payout system?” Anupam Mittal has been part of Shark Tank India as a judge since its debut in 2021. Over the first four seasons, he backed 103 startups through investment deals, committing a total of Rs 37.3 crore to entrepreneurs featured on the show.

Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal urged companies to abandon the "British-era next-month payout system" and pay employees twice a month (15th and 30th). He stated that Shaadi.com pays at the month-end to help workers avoid debt traps and missed EMIs.

'Pay employees twice a month': Shark Tank India's judge Anupam Mittal calls for end to 'British-era' salary system

Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal spoke about India-US trade as US President Donald Trump slapped India with 25 per cent tariffs days back, citing several reasons. Mittal, in a post on LinkedIn, criticised the US for not following through as India and the UK signed the historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA).Mittal lauded the new trade deal between India and the UK as a symbolic close to colonial baggage. “After years of colonial hangover, it’s finally India calling the shots,” he wrote.He then slammed the US for not following it through. Mittal stressed that Indians are shining brighter than diamonds and building the US economy."While the UK’s rolling out the red carpet...The US seems to be playing hardball. Here’s the irony &gt; We’re not just exporting goods &amp; services anymore. Indians are shining brighter than diamonds &amp; building the US economy. Tech? Mostly run by Indians. Wall Street? Flooded with Indian-origin fund managers. P&amp;G’s latest CEO? Indian again. And VC-backed startups? At least one Indian founder on the cap table. There was a time when being Indian was a ceiling in corporate America. Now it’s almost a prerequisite," he said.He added that the US has not adapted its policy approach accordingly, even as Indians are "building the US economy".Mittal further said that the US stance shows more "posture than partnership", adding that India needs to flex its diplomatic and economic muscle.He argued that India needs a favourable trade deal, but it is engaging on its own terms. "So dear America, doesn’t look like bullying will work. India should issue a counter ultimatum—play ball or we bring back our Kohinoors," he said.Trump last week imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India, citing several reasons. The US president even slapped a penalty on India. Trump slammed New Delhi for having the most "strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary trade barriers of any country"."Remember, while India is our friend, we have, over the years, done relatively little business with them because their Tariffs are far too high, among the highest in the World, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary Trade Barriers of any Country," he wrote on Truth Social.A day after Trump announced the tariffs, India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that the government is now engaging with exporters to assess the impact of Mr Trump's tariffs. &nbsp;

Anupam Mittal slammed the US for not following it through like the India-UK FTA. Mittal stressed that Indians are shining brighter than diamonds and building the US economy.

Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal spoke about India-US trade as US President Donald Trump slapped India with 25 per cent tariffs days back, citing several reasons. Mittal, in a post on LinkedIn, criticised the US for not following through as India and the UK signed the historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Mittal lauded the new trade deal between India and the UK as a symbolic close to colonial baggage. “After years of colonial hangover, it’s finally India calling the shots,” he wrote. He then slammed the US for not following it through. Mittal stressed that Indians are shining brighter than diamonds and building the US economy. "While the UK’s rolling out the red carpet...The US seems to be playing hardball. Here’s the irony > We’re not just exporting goods & services anymore. Indians are shining brighter than diamonds & building the US economy. Tech? Mostly run by Indians. Wall Street? Flooded with Indian-origin fund managers. P&G’s latest CEO? Indian again. And VC-backed startups? At least one Indian founder on the cap table. There was a time when being Indian was a ceiling in corporate America. Now it’s almost a prerequisite," he said. He added that the US has not adapted its policy approach accordingly, even as Indians are "building the US economy". Mittal further said that the US stance shows more "posture than partnership", adding that India needs to flex its diplomatic and economic muscle. He argued that India needs a favourable trade deal, but it is engaging on its own terms. "So dear America, doesn’t look like bullying will work. India should issue a counter ultimatum—play ball or we bring back our Kohinoors," he said. Trump last week imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India, citing several reasons. The US president even slapped a penalty on India. Trump slammed New Delhi for having the most "strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary trade barriers of any country". "Remember, while India is our friend, we have, over the years, done relatively little business with them because their Tariffs are far too high, among the highest in the World, and they have the most strenuous and obnoxious non-monetary Trade Barriers of any Country," he wrote on Truth Social. A day after Trump announced the tariffs, India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that the government is now engaging with exporters to assess the impact of Mr Trump's tariffs.

Anupam Mittal slammed the US for not following it through like the India-UK FTA. Mittal stressed that Indians are shining brighter than diamonds and building the US economy.

US playing hardball with India? Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal slams America for 25% tariffs, says India building US economy

Founder of India’s major matrimonial site ‘Shaadi.com’, Anupam Mittal on Thursday (Feb 29) took to social media platform X to express his frustration over the cumbersome process of know-your-customer (KYC) paperwork. Mittal, who also appears on Shark Tank India, urged the government and the country’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to simplify the process for angel investors and startups. In the&nbsp;long post, Mittal also tagged X accounts of Income Tax India, Sitharaman as well as the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

“While we talk about being a startup nation, we need policy making that keeps up,” Mittal wrote.

“Every year, team is spending inordinate amount of time sending KYC info to startups who in turn are coordinating with multiple angels to get KYC paperwork filed with Income Tax India, when they should be focusing on building great businesses. Why this harassment?” the ‘shark’ asked.

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“Income Tax India already has all our PAN numbers and many are registered investors. Madamji dekhiye pls (Madam, please look into it), it’s an unnecessary waste of time that sucks up countless unproductive hours of our country’s brightest,” Mittal concludes.

<h2>Response from Income Tax India</h2>

Responding to the post, Income Tax India asked Mittal to share his “specific issue/query” via email so that “our team can get in touch with you.”

Replying to this response, Mittal highlighted that it was not a specific issue but applies to anybody making investments in private companies.

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“Thx for your response but It’s not a specific issue .. it applies to anybody making investments in pvt cos. Every year the co has to collect KYC docs from all its investors (which is quite cumbersome) and submit to the IT dept. Don’t understand the point since PAN and several other details are already shared at time of investment.&nbsp;What is the value of this unnecessary paper-work?” Mittal wrote.

In the end, Mittal suggests, “Aapko jo chahiye, backend se kheench lo” (Whatever you want, just fetch it from the backend).

<h2>Response from X users</h2>

Mittal’s post on X generated massive interest among users, with many of them agreeing with his views regarding KYC reforms.

“It's quite ironic that the folks at the tax department ask us for copies of previous year tax returns. They have everything already, it’s puzzling why they ask for these details. Repeatedly. Sheer waste of time,” wrote one user.

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“Thanks for speaking up and taking a stand. Rules and regulations are for the people and their nation's well being. Balance is required from both the ends. Startups and small businesses should be allowed to grow rather than having just two big business groups,” wrote a second.

Founder of India’s major matrimonial site ‘Shaadi.com’, Anupam Mittal on Thursday (Feb 29) took to social media platform X to express his frustration over the cumbersome process of know-your-customer (KYC) paperwork.

Founder of India’s major matrimonial site ‘Shaadi.com’, Anupam Mittal on Thursday (Feb 29) took to social media platform X to express his frustration over the cumbersome process of know-your-customer (KYC) paperwork. Mittal, who also appears on Shark Tank India, urged the government and the country’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to simplify the process for angel investors and startups. In the long post, Mittal also tagged X accounts of Income Tax India, Sitharaman as well as the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). “While we talk about being a startup nation, we need policy making that keeps up,” Mittal wrote. “Every year, team is spending inordinate amount of time sending KYC info to startups who in turn are coordinating with multiple angels to get KYC paperwork filed with Income Tax India, when they should be focusing on building great businesses. Why this harassment?” the ‘shark’ asked. While we talk about being a startup nation, we need policy making that keeps up. Every year, team is spending inordinate amt of time sending kyc info to startups who in turn are coordinating with multiple angels to get kyc paperwork filed with @IncomeTaxIndia when they should be… — Anupam Mittal (@AnupamMittal) February 29, 2024 × “Income Tax India already has all our PAN numbers and many are registered investors. Madamji dekhiye pls (Madam, please look into it), it’s an unnecessary waste of time that sucks up countless unproductive hours of our country’s brightest,” Mittal concludes. Response from Income Tax India Responding to the post, Income Tax India asked Mittal to share his “specific issue/query” via email so that “our team can get in touch with you.” Replying to this response, Mittal highlighted that it was not a specific issue but applies to anybody making investments in private companies. Also read: India: S Jaishankar, Nirmala Sitharaman may contest Lok Saba election from Karnataka, says minister “Thx for your response but It’s not a specific issue .. it applies to anybody making investments in pvt cos. Every year the co has to collect KYC docs from all its investors (which is quite cumbersome) and submit to the IT dept. Don’t understand the point since PAN and several other details are already shared at time of investment. What is the value of this unnecessary paper-work?” Mittal wrote. In the end, Mittal suggests, “Aapko jo chahiye, backend se kheench lo” (Whatever you want, just fetch it from the backend). Response from X users Mittal’s post on X generated massive interest among users, with many of them agreeing with his views regarding KYC reforms. “It's quite ironic that the folks at the tax department ask us for copies of previous year tax returns. They have everything already, it’s puzzling why they ask for these details. Repeatedly. Sheer waste of time,” wrote one user. Watch: Nirmala Sitharaman and Dr S Jaishankar to contest Lok Sabha elections × “Thanks for speaking up and taking a stand. Rules and regulations are for the people and their nation's well being. Balance is required from both the ends. Startups and small businesses should be allowed to grow rather than having just two big business groups,” wrote a second.

Why this harassment? ‘Shark’ Anupam Mittal demands KYC reforms, IT dept responds

Ashneer Grover, the well-known entrepreneur and former Shark on Shark Tank India, has stirred up controversy with his recent comments about the ongoing season of the popular show. Grover, who gained fame as one of the sharks in the previous season, attended the annual fest of Thapar Institute of Engineering &amp; Technology, where he took a dig at the current season and particularly targeted fellow shark Anupam Mittal.

In a video uploaded by a fan on X, Grover can be heard saying in Hindi, "Mittal saab ki na umar ho rahi he… Dusra, gussa wala chala gaya. Ye toh fact hain na. Galat toh kuch nahi bola Mittal saab ne us tareeka se. Chala gaya… Tum sab toh thande hi ho sab. Tabhhi toh pehle season ka TRP dekh lo aur second, third season ka TRP dekh lo. Sab pata lag jayega (Translation - Mittal sir is getting old…. The angry one has left, that’s a fact. Mr. Mittal hasn’t said anything wrong. You all are so cold. Check the TRP of the first season and those of second and third season, you will know).”

He further added, “Jo pehle season mein chala gaya woh tha GOAT (Greatest Of All Time), aur tum sab teesre season mein bhi ‘audition’ hi kar rahe ho shark banne ki (Translation - The one who left was the GOAT, but you all are still auditioning to be the shark).”

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-our-film-starts-in-the-mahabharat-and-it-ends-in-2898-nag-ashwin-on-kalki-2898-ad-694364">Our film starts in the Mahabharat and ends in 2898: Nag Ashwin on Kalki 2898 AD</a>

Grover's comments, which earned loud cheers from the students at the college fest, suggest that he believes the current sharks on the show are still in the process of proving themselves, comparing them unfavourably to the previous seasons.

This is not the first time Grover has criticised the current season. In November, he shared the promo of Shark Tank India Season 3 on social media with the caption, “Shark Tank 3 is ‘audition’ of sharks for Shark Tank 4! Life mein ek lesson hai - don’t change and make unnecessary problem of something which is already solved. Wish quantity solves for quality!”

Shark Tank India, the Indian adaptation of the US show Shark Tank, premiered its third season on SonyLIV in January.&nbsp;

Ashneer Grover, the well-known entrepreneur and former Shark on Shark Tank India, has stirred up controversy with his recent comments about the ongoing season of the popular show.

Ashneer Grover, the well-known entrepreneur and former Shark on Shark Tank India, has stirred up controversy with his recent comments about the ongoing season of the popular show. Grover, who gained fame as one of the sharks in the previous season, attended the annual fest of Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, where he took a dig at the current season and particularly targeted fellow shark Anupam Mittal. In a video uploaded by a fan on X, Grover can be heard saying in Hindi, "Mittal saab ki na umar ho rahi he… Dusra, gussa wala chala gaya. Ye toh fact hain na. Galat toh kuch nahi bola Mittal saab ne us tareeka se. Chala gaya… Tum sab toh thande hi ho sab. Tabhhi toh pehle season ka TRP dekh lo aur second, third season ka TRP dekh lo. Sab pata lag jayega (Translation - Mittal sir is getting old…. The angry one has left, that’s a fact. Mr. Mittal hasn’t said anything wrong. You all are so cold. Check the TRP of the first season and those of second and third season, you will know).” He further added, “Jo pehle season mein chala gaya woh tha GOAT (Greatest Of All Time), aur tum sab teesre season mein bhi ‘audition’ hi kar rahe ho shark banne ki (Translation - The one who left was the GOAT, but you all are still auditioning to be the shark).” Also read: Our film starts in the Mahabharat and ends in 2898: Nag Ashwin on Kalki 2898 AD Grover's comments, which earned loud cheers from the students at the college fest, suggest that he believes the current sharks on the show are still in the process of proving themselves, comparing them unfavourably to the previous seasons. This is not the first time Grover has criticised the current season. In November, he shared the promo of Shark Tank India Season 3 on social media with the caption, “Shark Tank 3 is ‘audition’ of sharks for Shark Tank 4! Life mein ek lesson hai - don’t change and make unnecessary problem of something which is already solved. Wish quantity solves for quality!” Shark Tank India, the Indian adaptation of the US show Shark Tank, premiered its third season on SonyLIV in January.

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