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RED FM introduces 14 seasons of Its longest running IP Red Raas
Mumbai: 93.5 RED FM, India’s leading private radio and entertainment network is delighted to announce the 14 celebrations of its iconic, Red Raas. The event aims to celebrate the nine auspicious days of Navratri from 15 to 23 October at Green Place, Ahmedabad.
In 2009, Red FM hosted its inaugural on-ground garba event in the city of Ahmedabad. This year, Red FM is celebrating the 14 editions of Red Raas, promising participants a vibrant nine days of music, dance, and cultural splendour. As of now, the team has produced around 100 original music tracks under the Red Raas banner. Upholding the tradition of presenting new tracks every year, Red FM is releasing ‘Aave Jo Rasiyo Rang Ma’ penned by Bhargav Purohit, composed by the dynamic duo Bhargav-Kedar and brought to life by the melodious Janvi Shrimanker, known for her Bollywood track ‘Dholida’. This song is a recreation medley of iconic Garba tracks, featuring prominent Gujarati singers like Aditya Gadhvi, Bhumi Trivedi, Kirtidan Gadhvi, Osman Mir, and many more.
RED FM and Magic FM Director & COO Nisha Narayanan stated “What began as a humble initiative to infuse contemporary flavours into traditional Garba music has developed into a journey of 14 years, producing almost 100 original tracks. Red Raas, our longest-running IP has become a trend-setting custodian of tradition, resurrecting the folklore by weaving folk with the newest trends and making it cool for youngsters. To make future generations a part of our cultural fabric, we embark on this journey to present a blend of tradition and modernity while paying homage to the rich Garba heritage of Gujarat. We are hopeful that you will join us in embracing the spirit of Navratri and celebrate all things music and garba.”
The event is set to deliver a blend of music, culinary delights, and entertainment spanning the entire nine days of Navratri.
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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.
