Havas has announced a strengthened leadership structure for its African operations, appointing Roxana Ravjee as Regional CEO, Africa. The move comes as the Group increases its focus and investment across the continent. Expanded Leadership Structure As part of the new structure, Dany Naaman, currently CEO of the Middle East region (Media), will take on strategic...
Priya Nair has made history by becoming the first woman to be named CEO of Hindustan Unilever (HUL) in the company’s 92-year history. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for one of India’s largest consumer goods companies and reflects the growing presence of women in senior leadership roles across the Indian corporate sector. Nair has...
Ghobash Group has appointed Marc Veelenturf as Managing Director of CNS Middle East, alongside responsibility for the Group’s broader technology cluster. The appointment comes as the UAE-based conglomerate continues to strengthen its technology portfolio and expand its focus on digital transformation, artificial intelligence and secure innovation. In his new role, Veelenturf will oversee CNS Middle...
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has awarded train branding advertising rights for the Lucknow–Delhi–Lucknow Tejas Express to Sprite for six months, making it the first train in India to be named after a brand. As part of the arrangement, the IRCTC Tejas Express, operating as Train 82501/82502, will be announced as the...
Pirojsha Godrej will be re-designated as Whole-Time Director and Executive Chairperson of Godrej Industries Limited (GIL) with effect from August 14, 2026, according to the company’s regulatory filing. His term will run from August 14, 2026, to August 13, 2031. Godrej will succeed Nadir Godrej as Chairperson and Managing Director of GIL following Nadir Godrej’s...
Akiki London, the contemporary handbag label by Bagzone Lifestyles Pvt. Ltd., has expanded its retail presence across North India with three operational retail destinations a bold, design-led kiosk at DLF Mall of India, Noida, a full standalone store at Summit Plaza, Gurugram, and a kiosk at Lulu Mall, Lucknow. These stores have been open and...
Dubai businessman and Vice Chairman of Danube Group, Anis Sajan, brought together more than 400 family members and close friends from across the world for a spectacular two-day destination celebration marking the engagement of his son, Sahil Sajan, Director of Milano by Danube, to Hana Khan in Salalah, Oman. It was a grandeur of a...
Apple India has appointed Prasidha Menon as Head of Product Communications, strengthening its communications leadership in the Indian market. Based in Mumbai, Menon took on the role in July 2026. Menon joins Apple with more than 18 years of experience across communications, brand marketing and product communications. Extensive Communications Experience Before joining Apple, Menon was...
The Group Stage of Chess at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 gets underway today, with 16 of the world’s leading players beginning their campaigns for the title and a share of the $1.5 million (~INR 14.3 crore) prize pool. The groups are as follows: Group A Arjun Erigaisi – Gen.G Esports Nihal Sarin –...
Ahead of the 80th Independence Day, redBus, a leading online bus ticketing platform, has launched Travel Equal, an initiative dedicated to identifying and addressing the everyday inequalities women experience while travelling. As its first activation under this initiative, redBus has introduced Freedom Bottle, an Independence Day campaign that combines a documentary-style film and an on-ground...
