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Chhatra Chhetri to lead Times of India Delhi branch
DELHI: Chhatra Chhetri has taken charge as branch head – Delhi-1 at Bennett, Coleman and Co. Ltd, the media powerhouse behind The Times of India. The move marks a return to the country’s biggest newsroom network for the seasoned business leader, who called the role an opportunity to contribute to an organisation with a legacy that has shaped Indian media for generations.
In his note on the transition, Chhetri said he looked forward to driving growth, building partnerships and working closely with teams to raise the bar on performance and service. He also expressed gratitude to mentors and colleagues who have supported his journey.
Chhetri brings over two decades of experience across print, digital and multimedia businesses, with a track record of steering complex regions, leading large teams and unlocking new revenue streams.
Before joining the Times Group, he served as business head for Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh at Hindustan Times. He oversaw government and commercial operations, led a workforce of more than 200 professionals and delivered sustained double-digit revenue growth across print, digital and events. His tenure focused on regional market expansion, digital transformation and high-value stakeholder engagement.
Earlier, he held leadership roles at HT Media Group, including head of regional business and head of one India north, where he managed key national alliances with major publishers and handled a 100-crore revenue portfolio for top consumer brands. His experience spans category leadership, strategic planning, client acquisition and managing multi-format media portfolios.
Chhetri’s career began in magazine publishing at Infomedia India (formerly Tata Infomedia), where he was part of the launch team for T3 India and handled advertising revenue for leading technology and automotive publications.
With deep roots in media sales and a reputation for sharp strategy and steady delivery, Chhetri’s appointment signals the Times Group’s intent to strengthen its leadership bench in a critical metro market. His next chapter begins in Gurugram, where he will steer the Delhi branch’s growth plans and chart the next phase of its business ambitions.
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KPMG names Gary Wingrove as global chairman and CEO from October
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MUMBAI: KPMG has chosen continuity with a forward tilt. The firm has announced that Gary Wingrove will take over as global chairman and CEO of KPMG International, beginning a four year term from 1 October 2026. Currently serving as global chief operating officer, Wingrove steps into the top role after being nominated by the global board and elected by the global council.
A KPMG veteran with over 25 years at the firm, Wingrove has been closely involved in shaping its recent trajectory. As global COO, he has helped drive the firm’s Collective Strategy, focusing on operational integration, global investments and the steady expansion of the KPMG Delivery Network. He has also been at the forefront of KPMG’s digital push, including the rollout of AI enabled solutions across its global operations.
Before his global role, Wingrove served as CEO of KPMG Australia for nearly a decade, where he led a period of strong growth, almost doubling revenue, profitability and headcount while steering a cultural reset.
He succeeds Bill Thomas, who has led KPMG since 2017 and will work alongside Wingrove over the next six months to ensure a smooth transition.
Thomas leaves behind a firm that looks markedly different from when he took charge. Under his leadership, KPMG’s global revenues have risen by 55 per cent, and its workforce has expanded to more than 276,000 people. He also unified the network of member firms under the Collective Strategy, aligning priorities and strengthening governance.
His tenure saw heavy investment in technology and partnerships, with alliances spanning Microsoft, Google Cloud, SAP, Oracle and ServiceNow. These collaborations, along with platforms like KPMG Clara, have helped the firm scale its AI-led offerings and sharpen its competitive edge.
Beyond growth, Thomas also pushed improvements in audit quality and sustainability. Initiatives such as a multiyear global sustainability strategy and the Our Impact Plan have aimed to embed long term thinking into the firm’s operations and client services.
For Wingrove, the brief is clear but evolving. He has signalled a focus on agility, deep expertise and technology driven solutions as clients navigate an increasingly complex business landscape. He also emphasised KPMG’s identity as a people first organisation, supported by technology and unified through its global network.
The timing of the leadership change comes as KPMG continues to grow, reporting a 5.1 per cent rise in global revenue in FY25, with gains across tax and legal, audit and advisory services. Growth was recorded across all regions, despite a challenging macro environment.
As Wingrove prepares to take charge, the firm appears set on a familiar path with a sharper digital edge. Same playbook, perhaps, but with a renewed focus on speed, scale and smarter solutions.
