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Ashish Sehgal represents The Times Group at Davos, highlights India’s central role in global growth
Switzerland: Ashish Sehgal, CEO of Times TV Network and Chief Growth Officer at Times Media & Entertainment, attended the World Economic Forum in Davos this week, representing The Times Group and engaging with Indian and global leaders on growth, geopolitics, technology, policy, capital, and trust.
In a LinkedIn post, Sehgal reflected on India’s evolving position in the global economy. “Davos reinforced a simple truth: India, with its vast diversity, strong domestic demand, robust digital infrastructure, and expanding opportunities, is no longer just part of the global conversation — it is central to it and has emerged as an anchor economy amid growing geopolitical fragmentation,” he wrote.
Sehgal emphasized the role of Indian media in shaping the narrative of India’s growth story. “Indian media must play a crucial role in telling this story with credibility and scale, reflecting India’s growth, innovation, and aspirations with responsibility and global relevance,” he said.
With over three decades in the media and entertainment industry, Sehgal has led revenue and strategic growth for some of India’s largest media houses, including Zee Entertainment, where he oversaw both broadcast and digital business verticals, sports properties, and innovative revenue streams across multiple platforms. His presence at Davos underscores the increasing influence of Indian media leaders in global conversations around technology, capital, and media innovation.
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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.
