John Slaven Appointed Vice Chairman of International Aluminium Institute John Slaven has been appointed as the Vice Chairman of the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), marking a significant milestone in the global aluminium industry. Slaven, an industry veteran with over three decades of experience, will bring his expertise and vision to steer the IAI towards further…
Meghalaya Gets Its First Woman Police Chief In a significant milestone for gender equality and empowerment, Meghalaya, a northeastern state of India, has appointed its first woman police chief. R. Chandranathan, a 1992-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Meghalaya, marking a historic moment in the state’s law…
RBI Appoints R. Lakshmi Kanth Rao as Executive Director The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently announced the appointment of R. Lakshmi Kanth Rao as its new Executive Director. This move comes amidst a crucial phase for the central bank, as it navigates through various economic challenges and policy decisions. R. Lakshmi Kanth Rao…
Putin Reappoints Mikhail Mishustin as Russian Prime Minister Russian President Vladimir Putin has reappointed Mikhail Mishustin as the Prime Minister of Russia. Mishustin, who has been serving as the Prime Minister since January 2020, will continue to lead the government after Putin’s decision. This move comes amidst growing tensions with the West and domestic challenges…
World Economic Forum Names Nykaa’s Adwaita Nayar as a 2024 Young Global Leader The World Economic Forum (WEF) recently announced its prestigious list of Young Global Leaders for 2024, featuring Adwaita Nayar, the CEO of Nykaa, one of India’s leading beauty and fashion e-commerce platforms. This recognition underscores Nayar’s exceptional leadership and innovative contributions to…
Veteran Dealmaker Atul Mehra Joins Axis Capital as MD & CEO Atul Mehra, a seasoned dealmaker with extensive experience in the financial sector, has recently been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Axis Capital, a prominent investment banking firm in India. This significant development has garnered attention within…
Vijay Jain Bags Times Power Icon 2024 Award Vijay Jain, a name resonating with excellence and innovation, has recently been adorned with the prestigious Times Power Icon 2024 Award. The accolade, conferred by Times Group, marks a significant milestone in Jain’s illustrious career and underscores his remarkable contributions to society. Jain’s journey towards this pinnacle…
Pavan Davuluri Appointed to Lead Microsoft’s Windows and Surface Teams Pavan Davuluri, a seasoned tech executive, has been appointed to lead Microsoft’s Windows and Surface teams, marking a significant transition within the company’s leadership. With a proven track record in the technology industry, Davuluri’s appointment comes as a strategic move by Microsoft to drive innovation…
Luis Montenegro Named Portugal’s Prime Minister In a surprising turn of events, Luis Montenegro has been appointed as Portugal’s Prime Minister, succeeding the outgoing leader, Antonio Costa. This significant development comes amidst a backdrop of political reshuffling and public anticipation. Montenegro’s ascension to the highest political office in Portugal marks a new chapter in the…
Mariam Mammen Mathew Appointed as DNPAA Chairperson: Key Highlights In a recent development, Mariam Mammen Mathew has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA). This significant decision marks a pivotal moment in the realm of digital news publishing in India. Mathew, an esteemed figure in the media industry, brings a…
