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Big FM presents the second edition of the BIG IMPACT AWARDS
Mumbai: BIG FM hosted the second edition of the BIG IMPACT AWARDS in Mumbai, celebrating the entrepreneurial excellence and the noteworthy contribution of impact makers in the city. The awards, sponsored by Meyer Vitabiotics as the title partner, Tata Motors as the drive-in partner and co-powered by India Daily Live news channel, were held on 28 February 2024, at JW Marriott Sahar, Mumbai. The event drew a distinguished gathering of luminaries from various sectors who felicitated the deserving winners with the prestigious BIG Impact trophy.
Mumbai is often referred to as the financial capital of the nation and also the city of dreams where numerous entrepreneurs strive to carve a niche for themselves. To celebrate their indomitable spirit, BIG FM curated the BIG IMPACT AWARDS, honouring their relentless efforts and contributions. Spanning across various categories such as auto, real estate & allied, hospitality, health & wellness, education, fashion, lifestyle and beyond, these awards underscored the transformative power of innovation and perseverance. The glitz and glamour of the evening was further elevated by the presence of renowned personalities from the Indian entertainment industry, such as Neha Dhupia, Saiyami Kher, Ankita Lokhande, Mannara Chopra and Krishna Shroff along with singer Palak Muchhal and music composer Mithoon.
BIG FM COO Sunil Kumaran expressed, “At BIG FM, we are thrilled with the amazing response we have received for the BIG IMPACT AWARDS. Our endeavour has always been to recognize the incredible effort and contribution of the various businesses and change makers that have left a lasting impact on the society with their innovations and brought about a positive shift. By highlighting their achievements, we hope to inspire and encourage them to continue the good work in their respective fields. I would once again like to congratulate all the winners for their exceptional efforts.”
The BIG IMPACT AWARDS 2024 were led by renowned BIG FM RJs- RJ Abhilash, RJ Dilip and RJ Rani. These awards are set to expand to Hyderabad, Delhi and Kolkata in the coming months.
Check the complete list of winners below:
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| BIG Impact Creator as Rising Star in the Entertainment Industry | Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mannara Chopra |
| BIG Impact Creator as Music Composer for the blockbuster Gadar and Bawaal | Mithoon |
| BIG Impact Creators as the most popular couple in the Entertainment | Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain |
| BIG Impact Creator as playback singer & humanitarian efforts for kids | Palak Muchhal |
| BIG Impact Creator for Outstanding Performance in movie ‘Ghoomer’ | Saiyami Kher |
| BIG Impact Creator as Fitness Entrepreneur | Krishna Shroff |
| BIG Impact Creator in Baking and Confectionary | Yummylicious by Monica |
| BIG Impact Creator in Motivating Author: The Entrepreneur’s Compass | Agnelorajesh Athaide |
| BIG Impact Creator in Wealth Management in Mumbai | Siddhantha Wealth Managers |
| BIG Impact Creator in the category of Excellence in caring for critical Disease by Modern Homeopathy medicine | Aarogya Super Speciality Homeopathy |
| BIG Impact Creator in Media and Entertainment | A S Entertainment |
| BIG Impact Creator in Business and Leisure Travel Solutions | VIVA Business & Leisure Travel Solutions |
| BIG Impact Creator in Gynaecology and infertility Treatment | The Everywoman Clinic |
| Lifetime achievement award in Women’s health | Meyer Vitabiotics |
| BIG Impact Award for contribution in Women Health | Meyer Vitabiotics |
| BIG Impact creator in Global Education | Ryan International School |
| BIG Impact Creator in International Customized Tour Operator | Travel Bazar Global |
| BIG Impact Creator in leading Tyres Sales and Services | Junction of Tyres Pvt ltd |
| BIG Impact Creator in Education | Thakur Educational Trust |
| BIG Impact Creator in Creative solutions and advertising | Why Not! Advertising |
| BIG Impact Creator in COPD awareness and treatment | Lupin Limited |
| BIG Impact creator in Outsourcing & Customer Experience – EOS Globe | EOS Globe |
| BIG Impact Creator in Luxurious Realty development in Navi Mumbai | Paradise Group |
| BIG Impact Creator in Ultra-Luxury Project, Thane | Raymond Realty |
| BIG Impact Creator in Premium Car warranty | Edel Assurance LLP |
| BIG Impact Creator in Women and Children Care | Surya Hospitals |
| BIG Impact Creator in Iconic Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Physician | Intellimed Health care Solutions |
| BIG Impact Creator in the category of Community Service | Rotary Club of Mumbai |
| BIG Impact Creator in Range of Peanut Butter | Pintola Butter |
| BIG Impact Creator for co-working Spaces | Executive Spaces Pvt Ltd |
| Best Wealth Creator of the Year | Zee Business |
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Piyush Thakur steps down as Inshorts’ chief revenue officer
Former vice president and cro says exit marks a new chapter after close to a decade of building revenue and partnerships at Inshorts Group.
NOIDA: Piyush Thakur has stepped away from Inshorts Group after nearly 10 years with the company, marking the end of a long tenure that culminated in his role as chief revenue officer.
In a farewell note, Thakur said he was “turning a new page” after almost a decade at Inshorts, calling it one of the hardest professional decisions he has made. He added that his exit was not driven by uncertainty about the future, but by reflection on a long association with the company.
Thakur joined Inshorts in October 2016 as vice president and spent around seven years in the role before being elevated to chief revenue officer in April 2024, a position he held until April 2026.
He said his tenure was defined by “thousands of mornings, late nights, product debates and breakthrough moments”, as the company evolved into a large-scale digital news platform used by millions.
In his note, Thakur emphasised that Inshorts’ growth was a collective effort across teams, adding that engineers, designers, sales teams and customer support staff all contributed to building the platform. He said the company’s success was not the result of individuals but of “everyone who stayed, passed through, and left their mark”.
Before Inshorts, Thakur worked across several digital media and business development roles. At ESPN, he served as senior regional manager from October 2015 to October 2016, focusing on growth initiatives, strategic opportunities and video distribution.
At Times Internet, he worked for nearly three years, including as head of business development from April 2015 to September 2015 and chief manager from January 2013 to March 2015. His responsibilities included monetisation of mobile platforms, managing media and developer partnerships, and driving revenue across digital properties such as The Times of India and The Economic Times.
Earlier, he worked at Brandmovers as head of business development from June 2012 to June 2013, handling digital, mobile and social media marketing solutions, client development and strategic consulting. During this period, he also worked on advertising revenue, brand strategy and CRM-based solutions.
At Inshorts, Thakur’s role focused on revenue strategy, mobile and media partnerships, and growth initiatives across platforms. His profile highlights experience in mobile product management, digital business models, partner ecosystems and revenue expansion in high-growth environments.
