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Due diligence pays dividends as Alea elevates Dhananjay Saraswat
MUMBAI: Climbing the corporate ladder is no easy feat unless, of course, you’ve built it rung by rung yourself. Alea Consulting has announced the elevation of long-time team member Dhananjay Saraswat to the role of director of operations, recognising a decade’s worth of sharp investigative acumen, operational finesse, and an unwavering eye for detail.
Saraswat, whose portfolio spans compliance, fraud investigations, due diligence, and hidden asset tracing, has been instrumental in steering Alea’s operational ship. From managing clients to ensuring deliveries stay on point, and even spearheading expansion efforts, he’s worn multiple hats and evidently, worn them well.
Alea Consulting founder Deepak Bhawnani states, “Dhananjay is a pivotal part of our team for many years. His contributions and leadership skills to drive various projects are unparalleled. This promotion underscores how one can achieve growth based on merit and performance. As we elevate the company and expand our business with new service lines and into new geographies, Dhananjay will continue to play a crucial role.”
Before becoming Alea’s go-to troubleshooter, Saraswat was at Gerson Lehrman Group, where he juggled stakeholders across domestic and global landscapes. Armed with an MBA in marketing and finance from IILM University and a slew of credentials including certifications from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and a 2024 programme from IIM Ahmedabad his academic arsenal is as formidable as his professional one.
As Alea Consulting eyes new geographies and service lines, Saraswat’s promotion signals more than just internal growth, it marks a strategic step in fortifying the firm’s future with someone who already knows its foundations inside out.
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TIME100 2026 list names Sundar Pichai, Vikas Khanna, Ranbir Kapoor among global icons
Indian leaders across tech, cinema and cuisine feature on TIME’s list
MUMBAI: TIME has unveiled its 2026 TIME100 list, spotlighting some of the world’s most influential figures, with a strong Indian presence cutting across technology, entertainment and culinary arts.
Among those featured are Sundar Pichai, Vikas Khanna, Ranbir Kapoor and Neal Mohan, alongside public figures such as Zohran Mamdani.
The profile of Pichai highlights his role in taking artificial intelligence to the masses, with Andrew Ng noting that few leaders have expanded access to AI at such scale. Since becoming CEO in 2015, Pichai has steered Google towards a more agile, innovation-led approach, rolling out products like AI Studio and Gemini that are now used by billions globally.
Chef Vikas Khanna is described as a cultural bridge-builder, with Eric Ripert praising his ability to connect people through food while championing Indian traditions on a global stage. His New York restaurant, Bungalow, is positioned not just as a dining space but as a storytelling platform rooted in heritage and memory.
In the entertainment space, Ranbir Kapoor earns recognition for reshaping cinematic storytelling with restraint and emotional depth. Writing his profile, Ayushmann Khurrana notes that Kapoor’s performances quietly redefine audience sensibilities, making him a cultural voice for a changing India.
The annual TIME100 list brings together leaders, innovators and changemakers across sectors, from politics and business to science and the arts. This year’s edition also features global figures such as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, alongside creators, athletes and entrepreneurs shaping the future.
With influence increasingly spanning industries and geographies, the 2026 list reflects a world where impact is not just about scale, but about shaping conversations and culture in meaningful ways.
