Paytm Payments Bank Faces Regulatory Hurdles; CEO Steps Down
Vijay Shekhar Sharma resigns amid RBI's clampdown, leading to a significant board overhaul and government scrutiny.
- Vijay Shekhar Sharma resigns as non-executive chairman and board member of Paytm Payments Bank amidst regulatory challenges.
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) orders Paytm Payments Bank to wind down operations by March 15 due to compliance issues and supervisory concerns.
- Paytm Payments Bank undergoes a major board overhaul, appointing four new independent and executive directors.
- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman convenes a meeting with fintech industry representatives, signaling government attention to fintech sector challenges.
- Paytm's stock value experiences a significant drop following the RBI's order, but shows signs of recovery amid efforts to address regulatory concerns.