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Shivam Ranjan takes the global brand head role at Motorola Mobility
MUMBAI: Motorola Mobility, a Lenovo company, has announced the appointment of Shivam Ranjan as its new global head of brand, Motorola. Ranjan, expressing “immense gratitude and humility,” will now oversee worldwide brand strategy and end-to-end marketing communications for all Motorola products, software, and services.
This promotion follows Ranjan’s significant contributions to Motorola Mobility’s growth in the Asia Pacific region, where he most recently served as head of marketing for two and a half years. During this period, he was responsible for marketing across key markets including India, Australia, Japan, Korea, and Indonesia.
Prior to that, he spent five years and eight months as head of marketing for Motorola India, where he managed all aspects of marketing, public relations, brand management, and alliances for smartphones, tablets, consumer appliances, home audio, and televisions. His tenure saw him lead product marketing, digital and ATL communication, media planning, and CRM for numerous launches and campaigns.
Ranjan acknowledged the instrumental guidance of his mentor and manager, Prashanth Mani, whose leadership in APAC he credited with shaping his professional journey. He also extended “heartfelt thanks” to Ruben Castano and Sergio Buniac for entrusting him with this global responsibility.
With over 15 years of diverse experience spanning marketing, brand management, corporate communication, strategy, business development, project management, and IT, Ranjan brings a wealth of expertise to his new role.
Before his nearly six-year stint at Motorola Mobility, he held senior marketing and brand roles at Airtel Payments Bank and Samsung Electronics, where he spearheaded 360-degree communication strategies for product launches and managed significant marketing budgets. His earlier career also includes roles in business strategy and IT. An MBA from a top global B-school, Ranjan’s appointment signals Motorola’s commitment to further strengthening its global brand presence.
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Gajendra Singh Bhati steps down as entertainment editor at The Lallantop
After nearly a decade, senior journalist bids emotional farewell to platform
NEW DELHI: Gajendra Singh Bhati, entertainment editor at The Lallantop, has stepped down from his role, bringing to a close a near decade-long stint with the popular digital news platform backed by the India Today Group.
Bhati shared the update through an emotional social media post, writing, “Aagya ho! Ab chalunga. Praanon se seenche @thelallantop ko prem. Sada hi top,” signalling a heartfelt goodbye to the platform he helped shape.
Having joined The Lallantop in May 2016, Bhati played a key role in building its entertainment coverage, contributing to its rise as one of India’s most recognisable digital-first news brands. His tenure saw the platform strengthen its connect with audiences through sharp storytelling and culturally rooted content.
Bhati brings nearly two decades of experience across print and digital journalism. Before joining The Lallantop, he headed the entertainment and lifestyle news team at Dainik Bhaskar Group from July 2013 to May 2016. He also began his career with Business Standard and has been actively blogging on cinema and culture since 2008.
Originally from Bikaner in Rajasthan, Bhati studied journalism at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication and holds a postgraduate degree in mass communication from Kurukshetra University.
There is no official word yet on his next move, but given his experience and industry presence, Bhati is expected to take on a new role soon. For now, his exit marks the end of a significant chapter at The Lallantop, leaving behind a strong editorial legacy.
