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Gaurav Dewani returns to Times Network as EVP
Media sales veteran rejoins to drive branded content and revenue growth
MUMBAI: In a full-circle moment that feels almost scripted, Gaurav Dewani is back where a significant part of his media journey unfolded. He has joined Times Network as executive vice president, marking a return to familiar turf with a sharper playbook and a wider lens on content-led revenue.
Dewani steps into the role with over two decades of experience across television, digital and on-ground ecosystems, bringing with him a reputation for turning ideas into monetisable media properties. His career has been defined by a steady climb through the ranks of India’s evolving media business, with a consistent focus on branded content, advertiser-funded programming and large-scale intellectual properties.
Most recently, he served as revenue head at NDTV, where he led the content business alongside his team, crafting brand solutions across general news and business news platforms spanning television, digital and on-ground formats. His stint saw the execution of several high-visibility campaigns and marquee properties, including initiatives in health, sustainability, defence and infrastructure, as well as flagship events and awards.
Before that, Dewani spent over five years at Times Network in senior leadership roles, including senior vice president and vice president and national sales head. During this period, he worked on building large-format projects and intellectual properties while driving monetisation across the network’s digital and television portfolios. His remit included strengthening advertiser partnerships, scaling branded content divisions and unlocking new revenue streams.
His earlier roles include vice president and business head at Zee Entertainment Enterprises, where he blended music, comedy and live experiences into brand-led platforms, and vice president of sales at CA-Media, part of the Chernin Asia group, where he worked on sponsorship-led growth across festivals and live content. He also held leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company, Times Network in an earlier stint, Network18 and Hindustan Times, steadily building a career at the intersection of content and commerce.
An executive MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta adds academic polish to a career shaped largely on the ground, in boardrooms and on event floors alike.
With his return to Times Network, Dewani is expected to double down on branded content and integrated media solutions, at a time when advertisers are increasingly seeking storytelling that travels seamlessly across screens and experiences. If his track record is any indication, the network may be gearing up for a few more headline-grabbing properties of its own.
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Vineet Malhotra wins People’s Award at UK Parliament again
Indian journalist earns rare back to back honour at House of Commons
NEW DELHI: Vineet Malhotra has struck a rare double in the world of journalism, winning the People’s Award 2026 at the House of Commons for the second year in a row.
The recognition, presented at the British Parliament, makes Malhotra the only journalist to clinch the honour in consecutive years, underlining a career built on consistency, credibility and a clear-eyed commitment to storytelling that matters.
“This recognition is a humbling reminder of the responsibility that comes with journalism,” said Malhotra, senior consulting editor and prime-time anchor at NewsX. “At a time when information travels faster than ever and public discourse is often shaped by noise and misinformation, the commitment to truth and meaningful dialogue has never been more important.”
The People’s Award, earlier known as the Political and Public Life Awards, celebrates individuals who embody service, excellence and public impact. Its past roll call includes global figures such as David Cameron, Sadiq Khan, journalist Jon Craig and civil rights leader Jesse Jackson.
With over two decades in the newsroom, Malhotra’s career has spanned some of the industry’s most visible roles. He has served as executive editor at Tiranga TV and Times Now, and has fronted coverage around major global events including the Delhi Commonwealth Games and the London Olympics. His work often straddles geopolitics, sport and public discourse, blending analysis with accessibility.
Reflecting on the win, Malhotra described journalism in India as “a bridge between voices and visions”, adding that the honour strengthens his resolve to pursue stories that inform and engage.
As accolades go, this one does more than add shine to a résumé. It reinforces a simple idea: in an age of noise, clarity still cuts through.
