Nithin Kammath Recovers After Mild Stroke Scare

The CEO of Zerodha, Nithin Kamath, revealed on Monday that he had a “mild stroke” six weeks earlier. Kamath observed signs like drooping facial muscles and trouble writing and reading.

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