Sarahah has taken over social media. Every user of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat are talking about this new app that allows users to send anonymous messages to others registered with the app.
Introduced by a Saudi Arabian developer Zain al-Abidin Tawfiq, the app doesn’t reveal the identity of the sender of the message at any given cost but users can choose to tag their identity. The idea behind the app is pretty simple. It allows anyone who has created a profile to visit other such profiles and leave messages anonymously. The messages will then appear in the inbox of the receiver’s app where the users can reply back to the messages, flag the message, favorite them or delete them. The app is available in two languages, English and Arabic for both iOs and Android users.
Sarahah, which was launched in June, has gone viral and was on top of the Apple App Store in over 30 countries in the month of July. It is also said to have as many as 300 million users already. According to their description on the Google Play Store, it helps people self develop by receiving constructive anonymous feedback. Sarahah, which means honesty in Arabic, was initially launched as a website with the idea to allow people send creative messages to each other including strangers who are on the app and those who are not.
An account can be set up by simply putting in a user name, their name, email id and by entering a password. Once logged in, users can share their Sarahah link which is usually their name followed by sarahah.com (www.xyz.sarahah.com) on any social media platform. The whole concept behind the app center’s around the idea of sending constructive random anonymous messages to the users. But the app also received flak for offering a platform that increases the risk of cyber bullying and negative comments as the app is extremely popular with the teenage crowd. The app’s most popular feature, anonymity gives people the chance to act out and behave in a hurtful way by sending unsavory and offensive messages to people instead of “constructive feedback.”
Several similar messaging apps like Yik Yak, Secret and Whisper that offer anonymity to the users have also been launched in recent times. Although the app is trending right now, fully anonymous comments open up avenues for bullying and the ability to cause more harm than good.
PhonePe’s PINCODE app has launched a 24×7 online medicine delivery service in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Pune, promising delivery of both prescription and over-the-counter medicines within 10 minutes from nearby local medical shops. Unlike conventional e-pharmacies that use dark stores, PINCODE partners exclusively with neighborhood pharmacies, enabling faster deliveries and supporting local businesses in the digital economy.
Customers without prescriptions can select a “no prescription” option when ordering; a qualified doctor then provides a free teleconsultation and issues a digital prescription compliant with telemedicine guidelines, ensuring seamless access to medicines. The app offers competitive pricing by passing discounts from local pharmacies directly to customers and charges no delivery fees.
PINCODE’s hyperlocal model enhances healthcare accessibility and convenience while empowering local pharmacies, helping them remain integral to their communities and stimulating local economic growth. Launched in 2023, the app focuses on quick commerce with an emphasis on speed, reliability, and supporting local sellers.
In summary, PhonePe’s PINCODE app is transforming medicine delivery in major Indian cities by combining ultra-fast 10-minute delivery, free doctor consultations, and a hyperlocal sourcing model that benefits both consumers and neighborhood pharmacies.
Cashfree Payments has appointed Piyush Anchliya as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective April 15, 2025. Anchliya brings over 15 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, strategy, and mergers and acquisitions, with senior roles at Barclays, Bandhan Group, and most recently as CFO of Bandhan AMC. He holds an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and a B.Tech. from IIT Kharagpur.
In his new role, Anchliya will lead Cashfree’s financial strategy, optimize operations, and support the company’s next growth phase. He will report to CEO and Co-founder Akash Sinha, who highlighted Anchliya’s expertise as vital for sustainable scaling and strengthening the company’s financial foundation. Anchliya succeeds outgoing CFO Vikas Guru, who will assist during the transition.
Founded in 2015, Cashfree Payments processes over $80 billion annually for more than 800,000 businesses. The company recently raised $53 million in funding led by KRAFTON and Apis Growth Fund II and secured key RBI licenses, positioning it for accelerated growth in India’s fintech sector. Anchliya’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as Cashfree aims to expand its leadership in digital payments.
Jeyandran Venugopal, the outgoing Chief Product and Technology Officer of Flipkart, is set to become the CEO of Reliance Retail Ventures (RRV), the retail arm of Reliance Industries. His appointment, expected to be finalized in May after his exit from Flipkart, signals Reliance’s push to strengthen its retail business with a technology-first approach.
Venugopal brings extensive experience from leading roles at Flipkart, Myntra, Yahoo, Snapdeal, and Amazon, where he focused on scaling technology platforms and driving innovation. At Flipkart, he managed product, engineering, data science, and more, helping build robust systems and improve user experience.
His move comes as Reliance Retail undergoes transformation, including cost-cutting and a renewed focus on digital growth. Venugopal’s leadership is expected to accelerate Reliance’s ambitions in omnichannel and tech-driven retail, positioning the company for continued dominance in India’s evolving market.