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Saurabh Dwivedi set to join Indian Express Group, reports say
NEW DELHI: Senior journalist Saurabh Dwivedi is set to join the Indian Express Group, according to media reports, marking a significant editorial hire as the legacy publisher accelerates its Hindi YouTube content.
The rumours come barely weeks after Dwivedi’s exit from the India Today Group, where he spent 12 years building The Lallantop into a Hindi digital powerhouse. He announced his departure on 5 January, saying he would take a study break before deciding his next move.
If the move materialises, it would mark a significant play by Indian Express in Hindi digital content, a space where legacy publishers are scrambling to capture younger, vernacular audiences. Dwivedi co-founded The Lallantop with Kamlesh Singh and served as editor of India Today Hindi, earning recognition for engaging the Hindi heartland through sharp video journalism.
For now, the story remains what insiders call “industry chatter”: loud, persistent, but unconfirmed.India Today Group vice chairperson Kalli Purie, praised Dwivedi’s contribution to The Lallantop upon his exit, but Dwivedi’s next chapter remains unwritten.
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
