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Punjab FC onboards DafaNews as principal sponsor for their upcoming ISL season
Mumbai: Punjab FC, the only representation from North India in India’s top-flight football league, the Indian Super League (ISL) announced the onboarding of DafaNews, the leading sports news platform as the ‘Principal Sponsor’ for their upcoming season. Punjab FC, playing their second season of the ISL after becoming the first-ever I-League club to be promoted to ISL, will begin their campaign against Kerala Blasters on 15 September at Kochi.
Speaking on the Partnership, DafaNews Tavares Joao Coimbra said, “We are delighted to partner with Punjab FC for the upcoming ISL season. We have been associated with ISL clubs over the seasons and the partnership with Punjab FC is another step towards maintaining our presence in the best football league in the country. Punjab FC is a young club that has made brilliant strides in Indian Football over the years, and we are proud to partner with them for the season.”
DafaNews offers the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves sports lovers with up-to-date matches, scores, schedules, and stories from the most prestigious leagues and events in the country, such as the Indian Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Indian Super League, and many more.
Speaking on the partnership, Roundglass Sports lead sports marketing Tarandeep Sekhon said, “We are delighted to onboard DafaNews as our principal sponsor for the season. In just our second season plying trade in the ISL, partnering with a brand like DafaNews showcases the popularity Punjab FC has gained among Indian football fans. A successful run at the Durand Cup further makes us confident that this partnership will yield great results for us in the season ahead.”
Punjab FC started their 2024-25 season with a quarterfinal appearance in Asia’s oldest football tournament, the Durand Cup. In the group stages, the team beat Mumbai City FC and CISF Protectors XI and drew with Kerala Blasters to qualify for the quarterfinals. In the quarterfinals, they suffered a narrow defeat against Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the penalty shootout after the match ended 3-3 in regulation time.
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Samsung India elevates Aditya Babbar to lead mobile business
Exec takes charge of MX sales and marketing after Raju Pullan’s exit
NEW DELHI: Samsung India has elevated Aditya Babbar to lead its mobile phone business, following the exit of Raju Antony Pullan.
Babbar, who previously served as vice president within the mobile division, has been appointed head of sales and marketing for the MX (mobile experience) business, effective May 1. In his new role, he will oversee the company’s sales and marketing operations for smartphones and related categories in India, reporting to the executive vice president of the MX business.
A long-time Samsung executive, Babbar brings over a decade of experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles across product, marketing and category management. Most recently, he led product marketing and e-commerce for the mobile division, following earlier stints as head of product and marketing and senior director roles.
His career within Samsung Electronics and its India operations has also included responsibilities for flagship devices, tablets and wearables, giving him a broad view of the company’s premium and mass-market portfolio.
Babbar succeeds Pullan, who stepped down from the role, marking a leadership transition at a time when India remains a key battleground for global smartphone makers.
The appointment signals continuity within Samsung’s leadership bench, with an internal candidate stepping up to steer one of its most critical business units in a highly competitive market.
