Brands
Titan ticks the moments that matter this Diwali
MUMBAI: Titan, India’s leading watchmaker, has launched a heartwarming festive campaign that captures the essence of what truly matters, spending time with loved ones. Titled A Promise of Time, the film celebrates the quiet magic of shared moments, showing that the most precious gifts aren’t wrapped in boxes but lived in memory.
Set against the familiar glow and excitement of Diwali, the film follows two siblings rediscovering the joy of togetherness. As lights twinkle and festivities unfold, their unspoken emotions and deep bonds take centre stage, ending on Titan’s iconic melody, a note that lingers like nostalgia itself. The narrative beautifully reinforces the idea that gifting a Titan watch is not about measuring time, but cherishing it.
Titan Watches marketing head Aparna Ravi said, “With this campaign, we wanted to celebrate meaningful gifting and remind people that when you give a Titan, you are giving more than a watch, you are promising time together. Utsav by Titan expresses that promise, saying, ‘I am here, I value you, and these moments we share matter.’”
Ogilvy South executive creative director Aarti Nichlani added, “Titan has always told stories that speak to the heart. A Promise of Time encourages people to pause from their busy lives and make time for those who matter most, not just on Diwali, but every day. A Titan watch is the perfect symbol of that promise.”
As homes across India light up, Titan invites everyone to pause, reconnect, and celebrate the gift of shared time. This festive season, a Titan is more than a watch, it is a reminder to treasure every moment spent with those who matter most.
Brands
IndiGo names William Walsh CEO
Former IATA chief to take charge in August after Elbers exit, Bhatia steers interim
India’s biggest airline has moved fast and gone global. InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has tapped aviation heavyweight William Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals, marking a sharp pivot as the carrier eyes its next burst of expansion.
Walsh, currently director general at the International Air Transport Association, will step down on July 31, 2026, and is expected to take charge by August 3. The appointment comes barely three weeks after Pieter Elbers exited the corner office, with Rahul Bhatia holding the fort in the interim.
The choice signals intent. Walsh brings decades of cockpit-to-boardroom experience, having led British Airways and later International Airlines Group, the parent of Aer Lingus, Iberia and Vueling. His tenure across carriers has been defined by hard resets, restructurings and cross-border consolidation—skills IndiGo may need as competition intensifies and scale becomes decisive.
Vikram Singh Mehta, chairman and non-executive independent director of IndiGo, said Walsh’s experience in managing large-scale airline operations and navigating complex market dynamics makes him well-suited to lead IndiGo in an increasingly competitive global aviation environment, adding that the appointment marks a new chapter as the airline scales in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Rahul Bhatia said Walsh’s global perspective, operational expertise and customer-focused approach would be critical as IndiGo enters its next phase of expansion.
Walsh, widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential figures, will oversee overall management and strategic direction, with a mandate spanning operational performance, network expansion, commercial strategy and customer experience. He is expected to work closely with the board and leadership team to sharpen IndiGo’s growth trajectory.
Walsh said IndiGo has a strong foundation and is well-positioned to capitalise on the evolving aviation landscape, adding that he looks forward to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
A new captain, a bigger runway—and a market that rewards scale. IndiGo is lining up for its next take-off.
