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Wayne Garvie is BBC Worldwide director content, production
MUMBAI: UK pubcaster The BBC’s commercial arm BBC Worldwide has announced the appointment of BBC Head of Entertainment Group, Wayne Garvie, as its new director content, production. Wayne will take over responsibility for a number of business activities from BBC Worldwide deputy CEO, Mike Phillips, who retires at the end of March 2006.
Garvie will assume responsibility for securing and producing content for the company, including managing vital investment relationships with BBC Production and with Independents. He will also drive the development of an international production and format business for BBC Worldwide.
BBC Worldwide CEO John Smith said, “In a world where TV channels are proliferating and technology is constantly delivering new ways for people to access media, the key competitive advantage for BBC Worldwide will continue to be great content. Wayne’s track record in producing and commissioning outstanding shows, plus his experience in developing these for international markets, make him the perfect candidate for this role. We are delighted to welcome him to BBC Worldwide at a hugely exciting time for the company as we expand into digital formats and new markets worldwide.”
Wayne has been the head of BBC’s entertainment group for four years. In that time, the department has been transformed, with a new generation of creative leaders and a host of new shows such as Strictly Come Dancing, Dragons’ Den and The House of Tiny Tearaways. In addition shows like The Weakest Link, A Question of Sport, Mastermind which he was involved with continue to flourish.
Garvie said, “I have enjoyed four wonderful years as the head of entertainment, but this is one challenge that I couldn’t resist. Television is now truly a global business and I aim to ensure that the best of British content and formats gets the global exposure and rewards our producers deserve.”
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
