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Shantanu Naidu to steer Tata Motors strategy in new leadership role
In a move that has the industry buzzing, Shantanu Naidu, the dynamic entrepreneur and close associate of Ratan Tata, has been appointed as the general manager, head of Strategic Initiatives at Tata Motors as of January 2025.
In his new role at Tata Motors, Naidu is expected to spearhead strategic initiatives, leveraging his diverse experience in business strategy, engineering, and leadership. His appointment is anticipated to infuse fresh perspectives into Tata Motors’ strategic direction, aligning with the company’s vision for innovation and growth.
Naidu, 31, is no stranger to innovation. He founded Motopaws in 2015, an NGO dedicated to animal welfare, and later established Goodfellows India in 2021, focusing on providing companionship to senior citizens. His entrepreneurial spirit is further showcased through his authorship with HarperCollins Publishers India and his role as the founder of On Your Sparks, a platform aimed at guiding young entrepreneurs.
His journey with the Tata Group began in 2014 as a design engineer at Tata Elxsi. Over the years, he ascended to significant positions, including deputy general manager and later general manager in the office of Ratan Tata. His close association with the Tata patriarch led him to pen the memoir “I Came Upon a Lighthouse,” offering insights into their unique mentor-mentee relationship.
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Tommy Hilfiger unveils Spring/Summer 2026 watch collection
Checo Pérez fronts campaign blending F1 energy with Classic American Cool.
MUMBAI: Checo Pérez just traded the racetrack for the wrist game because when a Formula 1 star says time flies, he means it literally. Tommy Hilfiger Watches & Jewellery has launched its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, fusing modern craftsmanship with the brand’s signature Classic American Cool aesthetic. Global ambassador Checo Pérez, one of motorsport’s biggest names, headlines the campaign, infusing the line with high-octane confidence and relaxed sophistication.
Pérez said, “I’ve been a fan of Tommy Hilfiger since my childhood. The brand’s classic heritage style feels natural to me relaxed, confident and easy to wear. This watch collection blends modern innovation with the quality and tradition Tommy Hilfiger is known for.”
The men’s lineup is led by the bold Bank chronograph (44mm case, aluminium pusher guards, tachymeter bezel), powered by a Japanese chronograph movement and available with integrated bracelets or genuine leather straps. Other designs include the TH Oxford, featuring a textured dial inspired by the brand’s iconic Oxford shirt.
For women, the collection offers refined femininity through pieces like the 22mm Norah (slim two-tone case, navy patterned dial with Roman numerals) and the new Mackenzie (geometric bezel, frosted dial that catches light with subtle sparkle).
Shot against vintage cars and effortless style, the campaign captures the spirit of modern motorsport while celebrating timeless, versatile design suited for daily wear or statement moments.
Manufactured by The Movado Group Inc. under licence from Tommy Hilfiger and distributed in India by Titan Company Limited, the Spring/Summer 2026 Watches collection is now available.
In a world where time waits for no one, Tommy Hilfiger isn’t just keeping pace, it’s racing ahead, proving the perfect watch doesn’t just tell time. it tells your story, lap after stylish lap.
