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GroupM axes global CEO positions across agencies, streamlines leadership under CEO Brian Lesser

With this collaboration, EA is set to benefit from GroupM’s extensive media planning and buying capabilities, further solidifying its position as a leader in the gaming industry.

GroupM has also appointed McKinsey & Company’s Emily Del Greco as its new Global Chief Operating Officer (COO).

MIB’s Ashwini Vaishnaw to participate in WEF 2025 in Davos; ‘World is keen to understand India’s digital transformation’

Highlighting the sector's growth, Vaishnaw noted that the media and entertainment (M&E) industry expanded by over 8% in 2023, with 70% of this growth attributed to new media.

India’s groundbreaking digital infrastructure, a cornerstone of its Digital India initiative, has emerged as a global model for harnessing technology to foster inclusive development.

Bhaskar Das leaves a legacy of gentle compassion and generosity of spirit: Prasoon Joshi

"In an industry often shaped by change and uncertainty, Bhaskar's connections remained steadfast. Despite his illness, he was a serial optimist, always eager to bounce back. He leaves behind a legacy not just of professional excellence, but of gentle compassion and generosity of spirit. We will celebrate you, Bhaskar—who made the industry better simply by being in it," writes Prasoon Joshi, Chairman of McCann Worldgroup Asia Pacific and CEO & CCO, McCann Worldgroup India.

Bhaskar: A legacy of kindness, creativity, and unwavering optimism.

Bhaskar Das tribute: He wanted to play the school Principal in the movie, recalls Sandeep Goyal

Shashi Sinha, another media veteran, praised Bhaskar Das’s boundless energy and problem-solving mindset, which shaped many of his decisions at Times of India.

As the media world mourns his loss, Bhaskar Das’s legacy remains an enduring testament to his creativity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to his craft.

Bhaskar Das: His enthusiasm was inexhaustible and infectious, writes Shubhranshu Singh

Lifelong, he persevered in the quest of knowledge and his thirst for learning was unquenchable, says Singh, CMO, Tata Motors CVBU, in his tribute to the pioneering media leader, Bhaskar Das.

Bhaskar Das: An intellectual, a salesman, a stand-up comic and a gentleman

“I’m not working for the money. I thank God that I’m alive, that I’m breathing this very moment.”

A celebration of the life and Times of Bhaskar Das.

‘Boxer’ Das: Piyush and Prasoon Pandey, Shashi Sinha, Meenakshi Menon, Ashish Bhasin remember Bhaskar Das

“Bhaskar would always look at not the easy solution, but look at the unique solutions whenever it came to any problem.”

Bhaskar Das, media industry titan and former BCCL leader, dies

Described by colleagues and peers as an “insight provocateur” and a “catalyst for change,” Bhaskar Das was known for his ability to empower teams, ignite energy, and foster collaboration.

Warren Buffett names Howard ‘Howie’ Buffett as his successor at Berkshire Hathaway

The $1 trillion conglomerate, built under Warren Buffett's careful stewardship, will soon be guided by the 70-year-old Howard Buffett, who has served on its board and spent a lifetime learning from his father's investment philosophy. (L-R: Warren Buffett, Howard Buffet)

The 70-year-old middle son will become non-executive chairman of the trillion-dollar conglomerate, following in the footsteps of his legendary father.