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ABP Network appoints Samvrit Bhattacharya as national sales director, digital sales
Mumbai: ABP Network has announced the appointment of Samvrit Bhattacharya as the national sales director for digital sales. As Samvrit takes on this new role, his focus will be on scaling revenue, delivering impactful solutions to clients, and driving innovations in the ABP Network’s digital sales sector. Based in Noida and reporting directly to Rupali Fernandes, he is set to lead the team towards further growth and success within the dynamic media landscape.
With over 25 years of experience in media sales, Samvrit brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. His last stint was with Indiadotcom Digital Pvt Ltd (formerly Zee Digital), where he demonstrated his ability to scale revenue, cultivate strong client relationships, deliver impactful solutions, and foster innovation. His extensive background further includes working with renowned organizations such as Times Global, TV18, Star India, and ABP (print), showcasing his proficiency in launching and managing brands across various platforms and driving revenue growth.
Speaking on the appointment, ABP Network chief revenue office Rupali Fernandes said, “ABP Network extends a warm welcome to Samvrit as he embarks on this new journey with us. We are excited to have him on board and look forward to his contributions towards our continued success. Under his leadership, I am confident our digital business will soar to new heights.”
In addition to his professional achievements, Samvrit is known for his passion for sports and music, enjoying playing football and cricket while also being an avid music lover.
ABP Network looks forward to leveraging Samvrit’s expertise and leadership as it continues its journey of excellence in digital sales.a
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CNN-News18 to host Kolkata Town Hall on Hooghly River
‘Bhalobasa Bengal Inspiring Bharat’ event on April 20 brings cultural icons, trailblazing women and leaders aboard a cruise to celebrate Bengal’s enduring influence.
MUMBAI: Bengal is about to make fresh waves on the Hooghly and this time the current is pure conversation. CNN-News18 is taking its iconic Town Hall format to the waters of the iconic Hooghly River on 20 April 2026 with a special edition titled ‘Bhalobasa Bengal – Inspiring Bharat’. The floating event will celebrate the state’s rich cultural legacy and how its ideas, creativity and spirit continue to shape the rest of the country.
The unique riverside setting draws on Bengal’s history as a cradle of reform, art and intellectual thought. The speaker line-up mirrors that diversity: cultural heavyweights Mithun Chakraborty and Sreenanda Shankar will share the stage with trailblazing “Devis” such as Tanya Sanyal (India’s first woman firefighter in aviation), Ipsita Chakraborty (Kolkata’s first woman bartender) and Reshma Nilofer Visalakshi (Nari Shakti awardee and marine pilot). Music will flow through the celebrated pianist-vocalist duo Sourendro and Soumyojit, while public life and governance will be represented by Smriti Irani, Leander Paes, Saira Shah Halim, Keya Ghosh, Rekha Patra, Roopa Ganguly and Babul Supriyo.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director, Rahul Shivshankar, said the event honours voices that carry Bengal’s legacy forward. Smriti Mehra, CEO – English & Business News, Network18, added that Bengal’s stories resonate far beyond its borders, especially as the state heads into polls.
From the first woman to battle flames in the skies to legendary actors who shaped Indian cinema, the gathering promises a rich mix of inspiration, courage and candid dialogue. In a city where culture has always flowed as freely as the river itself, CNN-News18 is turning the Hooghly into a floating forum for ideas that matter.
Tune in on 20 April on CNN-News18, CTV and YouTube to catch Bengal’s heartbeat in full flow.
