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Micromax announces comeback
NEW DELHI: Popular Indian mobile manufacturer Micromax is poised to make a comeback with its "In" range of smartphones.
Micromax founder Rahul Sharma made the announcement, saying the homegrown company is once again looking to re-enter the smartphone market. In a video posted on Twitter, Sharma narrated Micromax’s journey – the brand’s growth to the top as well as the mistakes which were made on the way – and that it’s now ready for a fresh start.
We're #INForIndia with #INMobiles! What about you? #IndiaKeLiye #BigAnnouncement #MicromaxIsBack #AatmanirbharBharat pic.twitter.com/eridOF5MdQ
— Micromax India (@Micromax__India) October 16, 2020
Sharma stated that he does not condone the recent events playing out on the Indo-Sino border. At one point the number 2 smartphone maker in India, Micromax faced tough competition from Chinese brands, and was eventually forced to call it quits.
“The Chinese mobile manufacturers wiped me out in my own country. This time, whatever I do, will be for the sake of India," he said in the video, adding that he has taken PM Narendra Modi’s call of Atmanirbhar Bharat to heart.
Micromax, along with 15 other smartphone manufacturing companies, was approved for incentives under the government's Production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme.
Earlier this year, the Centre had amended the rules to the PLI scheme to make it more market-friendly by removing caps and other contentious clauses. The incentives range from 4 per cent to 6 per cent over a five-year period, provided the manufacturer makes smartphones valued at around $200.
According to a Reuters report, the approved companies are expected to make Rs 10,50,000 crores worth of smartphones in India.
A few years ago, brand Micromax was shining and thriving in the sub-Rs 10,000 and sub-Rs 5,000 segment phones. It also launched several premium smartphones and did an interesting campaign with Hollywood superstar Hugh Jackman.
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Dentsu revamps global leadership, names Takeshi Sano global CEO
New structure aims to sharpen execution, accelerate transformation and drive client growth
Tokyo: Dentsu Group has unveiled a sweeping global management shake-up, appointing Takeshi Sano as president & global ceo, effective March 27, 2026. The move is aimed at supercharging execution, driving client growth and accelerating the group’s transformation across 120 countries.
Sano, who currently serves as ceo, dentsu Japan and deputy global coo, has transformed Dentsu Inc. into an integrated growth partner, delivering 11 straight quarters of revenue growth and strong profits for two consecutive years. Since 2023, he has steered dentsu’s business transformation globally as BX ceo, dentsu, and strengthened Japanese client expansion overseas.
“To support the pace of our transformation and strengthen execution, dentsu will sharpen the distinctive value that sets us apart, positioning ourselves as a true growth partner from strategy through execution,” Sano said. “By creating momentum for clients, partners, people and society, we will reinforce trust and steadily enhance corporate value.”
Under the new management, the global coo and global president roles are being removed. Regional CEOs and practice presidents will now report directly to Sano, enabling faster decisions and tighter client alignment. A new global chief transformation officer and global chief corporate affairs officer have been appointed to accelerate enterprise initiatives and reinforce governance.
Yoshimasa Watahiki, currently Coo, dentsu Japan, steps up as director, representative executive officer, executive vice president and global chief corporate affairs officer. Shigeki Endo remains global cfo, bringing over 30 years of global finance expertise to the fore. Both, along with Sano, are slated for approval as directors at the March 27 shareholders’ meeting.
Other key appointments include: Beth Ann Kaminkow as ceo, dentsu Americas & chief global client officer; Andre Andrade, ceo, dentsu EMEA; Yuichi Toyoda, ceo, dentsu APAC; Will Swayne, global practice president – media & integrated solution; Pete Stein, global practice president – CXM; Yasuharu Sasaki, global chief creative officer; Miho Tanimoto, global chief HR officer; Noritaka Omi, global chief transformation officer; Jean Lin, global chief brand officer; Yoshiki Ishihara, global new ventures officer; Manus Wheeler, chief of staff; Jeremy Miller, global chief communications officer; Shirli Zelcer, chief data & technology officer.
Additionally, Toby Benjamin has been appointed as chief media officer at dentsu UK.
The shake-up comes as dentsu looks to accelerate its transformation, strengthen governance, and deliver measurable growth for clients worldwide. “By eliminating redundant layers and empowering leaders closest to clients, we can act faster, execute better and generate sustainable value,” Sano added.
Hiroshi Igarashi, Arinobu Soga and Giulio Malegori will step down from the global management team and take on advisory roles, marking a clean slate for the new executive leadership.
With a sharpened management engine, Dentsu is betting on speed, unity and client-centric execution to drive its next chapter of global growth.
