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Darren Childs is BBC MD global TV channels
MUMBAI: BBC Worldwide has appointed Darren Childs as the MD of BBC’s global TV channels.
He is currently Sony Pictures Television International senior VP. He takes up his post at the BBC later this year. He will lead the further expansion of the international channels business of BBC Worldwide. The channels business has been identified as one of the key areas for growth by the BBC Worldwide Board. Childs reports to BBC Worldwide CEO John Smith.
The position was newly created as a result of the restructuring of BBC Worldwide into six divisions – TV Channels, TV Sales, Magazines, Children’s, Home Entertainment and New Media.Smith said, “It is fantastic for us that Darren joins BBC Worldwide at a really exciting time. His experience and insight will help to maximise the potential of the expertise in our channels teams and of our strong brand image worldwide, and we look forward to seeing expansion in the business over the coming year.”
Childs said, “This is a great opportunity to be involved in the expansion of BBC Worldwide’s network of channels as well as the continued success of the existing portfolio of wholly owned and JV channels. I am delighted to be joining a team that has already achieved such considerable successes around the world, and to also work closely with the BBC’s JV partners. With such a strong brand, together with some of the best content available, the business is well positioned for continued growth in the global marketplace.”
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CNBC India unveils new logo, rolls out refreshed identity across network
Debuted at IBLA, the redesign signals a sharper, digital-first future
MUMBAI: CNBC has unveiled a refreshed brand identity across its India network, introducing a new logo and visual system that reflects a more modern, digital-first direction.
The rebrand was officially revealed at the India Business Leader Awards held in Mumbai on March 14, marking the first public showcase of the updated design at one of the network’s most prominent platforms.
The overhaul is among the most visible brand updates for CNBC in recent years, aimed at aligning its look and feel with evolving audience habits and a growing multi-platform presence.
At the centre of the refresh is a redesigned logo that moves away from the network’s long-standing multi-coloured peacock motif, opting instead for a cleaner and more minimalist aesthetic. A key visual cue is a blue upward-pointing arrow embedded within the letter ‘N’, symbolising forward momentum, growth and a focus on the future.
The new identity is being rolled out across the entire CNBC cluster in India, including CNBC-TV18, CNBC-TV18 Prime, CNBCTV18.com, CNBC Awaaz and CNBC Bajar. The move brings a more cohesive and contemporary design language across television and digital platforms alike.
The rollout began on March 30, with the network aiming to create a unified viewer experience regardless of how audiences access its content, be it on broadcast, online or connected devices.
With this refresh, CNBC is signalling its next phase of growth in India, blending legacy credibility with a sharper, forward-looking identity designed for an increasingly digital news ecosystem.
