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  • #Throwback2020: Top promotions in the Indian news industry

    #Throwback2020: Top promotions in the Indian news industry

    NEW DELHI: While 2020 was marked by many highs and lows for the Indian news industry, some newspersons’ star only rose.Here’s the second part of the year-end series on people’s movements in the Indian news industry,focusing on top-rank promotions within the organisations and those who took on additional charges. 

    India Today

    Dinesh Bhatia was elevated to CEO of India Today Group. He was earlier the group CFO. 

    Mail Today deputy editor Darpan Singh was named the executive editor for Indiatoday.in. The announcement came after India Today announced the closureofMail Today’s print edition.

    Rahul Shaw was promoted to the post of CEO – TV and radio, Salil Kumar to CEO – digital, KR Arora to COO – distribution and international, and Yatendra Tyagi was made TVTN CFO. Manoj Sharma took on the new responsibilityof CEO – magazines, LMI. 

    India TV

    In its decision “to rethink, rework, and retool” its business strategies, India TV announced promotions for four of its key persons looking after business revenue, corporate affairs, television operations, and growth and monetisation aspects. 

    Sudipto Chowdhury was elevated to chief revenue officer, Puneet Tandon as chief officer – corporate affairs, Rohit Lal as chief officer – television operations, and Gulab Makhija,  in addition to his role of CFO, was given the portfolio of CEO for growth and monetisation. 

    Mathrubhumi Group

    After the demise of late chairman and managing director MP Veerendra Kumar, Mathrubhumi Board elected PV Chandran as chairman and MV Shreyams Kumar as managing director. PV Chandran also continues to function as the whole-time director and managing editor.

    PV Chandran

    PV Gangadharan, erstwhile director, was appointed as the whole-time director and Mayura MS was tapped as a whole-time additional director of the company. 
    Mathrubhumi also announced the elevation of Naveen Sreenivasan as head media solutions TRD (television, radio, anddigital). 

    Network18

    Firstpost business head – English news cluster Azim Lalani was elevated as COO – brand solutions and convergence for Network18 digital. He was also given the additional charge of branded content for CNN-News18. Kishore Ajwani was given the post of managing editor from deputy managing editor. 

    Smriti Mehra was promoted from the post of COO – business news to CEO – business news cluster. She is now responsible for the P&L of this cluster and CNBC digital. Additionally, News18 Languages product function Sudipto Nandy was tapped as News18.com product head – general news. 

    Karthik Subbaraman was appointed the managing editor for the network’s digital news operations. Prior to this, Subbaraman was the editor overseeing three southern channels, a responsibility he passed on to Vivek Narayan.

    Karthik Subbaraman

    Preeti Sahni was handed the charge of COO – Forbes India; Siddharth Saini shouldered the responsibility of handling English news, business news and Forbes verticals, as well as international business. 

    The Hindu Group

    Malini Parthasarathy was named the chairperson of the board of directors. She took over the reins from N Ram, who stepped down from the position at the age of 75. Prior to this, Parthasarathy had been the co-chairperson.

    Additionally, publisher of The Hindu Group’s various newspapers N Ravi was elected as the chairperson of Kasturi & Sons Ltd. 

    The New Indian Express

    The publisher promoted VP – marketing and digital operations Amitabh Bishnoi to VP for digital properties. 

    The Quint

    The Quint announced the elevation of national revenue head Devika Dayalto the position of its chief revenue officer in September this year. 

    Times Network

    Times Network president – strategy and business head – English entertainment cluster Vivek Shrivastava was given the additional charge of the network’s news business. In addition to Movies Now, Romedy Now, MN+, MNX, the news channels Times Now, ET Now and Mirror Now were added to his portfolio.

    Vivek Shrivastava

    TV9 Network

    TV9 Network strengthened its management team by promoting president Vikram K as COO – south. He will be driving the group’s flagship channels TV9 Telugu and TV9 Kannada. It also announced the appointment of Raktim Das as COO – Studio 9.

    Republic Media Network

    Group president Bhaskar Das was elevated to chief strategy officer. Group CFO S Sundaram was given additional responsibility as group president. Hersh Bhandari and Priya Mukherjee were also tapped as COOs.
     

  • Festive cheer in news organisations as pay cuts are reversed

    Festive cheer in news organisations as pay cuts are reversed

    NEW DELHI: Months after the Coronavirus reared its ugly head and made a shambles of the economy, the news industry is slowly coming out of the woods. This is apparent from the fact that several news organisations have reversed pay cuts that were introduced with the onset of the Covid2019 pandemic. Some players have even announced appraisals for their staff, making the festive period brighter. 

    Here's a look at the news media groups who signalled 'all is well' with the business through their recent actions:

    1. NDTV

    NDTV said on Tuesday that it ended the pay cuts of its employees with effect from October 1. The network had slashed salaries by 10-40 per cent on a graded scale based on different slabs with effect from 1 April 1 2020. Employees earning Rs 50,000 or less per month were exempt from any pay cut.

    2. India Today Group

    India Today Group promoted several key people within the organisation and also announced appraisals for the staff. Vice chairperson Kallie Purie said, “I am looking forward to our annual exercise that acknowledges merit and hard work. So, a big shout out to the efforts of our salesforce heroes that are making this financially viable and allowing me the privilege to declare appraisals. I have sanctioned the encashment of up to 15 days of accumulated leave for all employees. Those not eligible or those who don’t want leave encashment could choose a Diwali voucher.”

    3. The Indian Express Digital

    The digital arm of the Indian Express group also reversed the temporary pay cut that was announced in April for its employees. As per reports, the staff took up to 30 per cent pay cut in their monthly salaries in the wake of the pandemic. 

    4. Network18

    Reliance Industries Ltd, which owns and manages the Network18 Media, announced the rollback of salary cuts in October. The conglomerate also said it would be handing over performance bonuses that were deferred when businesses took a hit at the outset of the Coronavirus-fuelled lockdown. Reportedly, the group had enforced pay cuts between 10 and 50 per cent for its employees across businesses.

  • Network18 promotes Smriti Mehra as CEO-business news cluster

    Network18 promotes Smriti Mehra as CEO-business news cluster

    Mumbai: Network18 has elevated Smriti Mehra, currently COO – business news to  CEO – business news cluster. 

    With this announcement, Smriti will drive the cluster to its next level of operational excellence and bolster the offerings of CNBC-TV18, CNBC Awaaz and CNBC Bajar.

    She will report to Network18 CEO-broadcast news Avinash Kaul.

    Mehra said, “I am extremely excited to take up this new challenge. My journey with Network18 has been remarkable and awe-inspiring as with the constant support of my peers and mentors I have been able to chart a successful route for myself and the network, at the same time. I hope to take the network forward during these interesting and transformational action-packed times."

    In previous roles at Network18, Smriti has led significant deal closures, both on campaign sponsorships and traditional FCT advertising. She has been credited with transforming the focus vertical from being an on-ground, event-based business to one being driven on virtual platforms. 

  • Network18 makes key changes in editorial leadership

    Network18 makes key changes in editorial leadership

    New Delhi: Network18 has made key changes in its editorial leadership, with Karthik Subbaraman being tapped as managing editor of the network’s digital news operations and Vivek Narayan stepping into Subbaraman’s shoes.

    While Subbaraman has been given a new role at the network, Narayan has been appointed. The latter was last serving as the executive editor and head of output at Times Now.

    Both Subbaraman and Narayan will report to Santosh Menon, the network’s chief content officer. The announcements come amid an incremental growth of the network’s audience base and market dynamics.

    Narayan will oversee news channels in Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. He started his career as a reporter at Network Television in Thiruvananthapuram in 1994 before moving on to stints at Asia Pacific communication and Eenadu TV in New Delhi. He then worked at the TV Today Network in Delhi and Kerala for five years, until 2005.

    Subbaraman has been with the network for nearly four years as the editor overseeing three southern channels. A consummate news hound, Subbaraman has expertise across genres spanning general news, business, tech/start-ups and international relations. In his new role, he will supervise the editorial operations of all Network18’s digital properties, with the editors of News18 (English, Hindi and languages), Firstpost, Moneycontrol, cnbcv18.com and the central digital videos team reporting to him.

  • Nickelodeon International and Nickelodeon India announce first coproduction, The Twisted Timeline of Sammy & Raj

    Nickelodeon International and Nickelodeon India announce first coproduction, The Twisted Timeline of Sammy & Raj

    MUMBAI: Nickelodeon International is teaming up with Nickelodeon India, a part of Viacom18 that is a joint venture between ViacomCBS and Network18, to co-produce The Twisted Timeline of Sammy & Raj. The new series marks the first collaboration between the top kids’ entertainment brand and the leading Indian kids’ category brand from India’s fastest growing entertainment network.

    Currently in production with Nickelodeon India of Viacom18, The Twisted Timeline of Sammy & Raj is slated to roll out across Nickelodeon International in 2021. With a mysterious time-altering app at their fingertips, the series follows the reality-bending adventures of a pair of cousin-brothers, as they pause, rewind, fast-forward and slow-motion their way into a whole host of rowdy laugh-out-loud exploits.

    The international collaboration is underway on the new 20 x 30-minute 2D animated series, with animation and storyboards developing in India, scripting in progress in the US and UK, and casting initiated in the US  

    “The popularity of international content is on the rise, and Nickelodeon is focused on meeting the rising demand for diverse, creative stories for a global audience. This groundbreaking partnership with Viacom18 goes beyond kids’ content, as we look to embrace greater diversity both on-screen and behind the camera,” said ViacomCBS Networks International kids and family executive vice president Jules Borkent.

    Nickelodeon International production and development senior VP Nina Hahn said, “In the creative world, geographic borders have diminished, as more content is drawn by the hands of global artists from every corner of the world. The idea for this series was developed in collaboration with the team in India as we sought a way to fuse western and eastern storytelling elements. Indian culture is very much a part of this series’ DNA, and we are eager to share those elements with our global audience.”

    Viacom18 Hindi mass entertainment and kids TV network head Nina Elavia Jaipuria said, “Over the years, Nickelodeon India has created successful local IPs and characters that kids love. This partnership with Nickelodeon International has gone beyond the borderlines of creativity and stands testimony to the success of Nick India and Nick International in creating groundbreaking content. It further reinforces the capability of the Indian Animation Industry. We are happy to partner with Nickelodeon International for this show and look forward to working together in creating this series for kids across the world.”

    Viacom18 kids TV network content and research creative head Anu Sikka said, “Kids imaginations and aspirations are universal and it’s this learning that has brought this show to life. The series will be showcasing stories that kids around the world will find relatable and engaging, hopefully opening up more opportunities for future collaboration. Our efforts are to make sure that kids get to experience the best of animation and that this show will stir their imagination and transport them into a new world of adventure.”

    Nickelodeon International animation VP Chris Rose and Viacom18 kids TV network content and research creative head  Anu Sikka are overseeing the project. The head writer of the series is Jordan Gershowitz.

  • Network18 launches 16 new Amazon Alexa Skills with Live News Experience

    Network18 launches 16 new Amazon Alexa Skills with Live News Experience

    Network18, India’s leading news network announces the launch of  16 new Alexa Skills across 12 languages for users of Amazon Echo and Alexa built-in devices. As part of the launch, users will get access to live news from Network18’s top channels- CNN-News18 and News18 India, along with their regional TV channels in Hindi, Gujarati, Bangla, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Assamese, Punjabi, Odia and Urdu.

    These skills will provide a seamless experience to users who want to stay updated with live news by using simple voice commands. Users can just say, “Alexa, Play CNN-News18”, “Alexa, Play News18 Tamil” or “Alexa, Play News18 Kannada” to listen to the latest news in the language of their choice. These new skills will be available in audio and video formats for both screen devices like Echo Show range and FTV as well as all other Echo and Alexa built-in devices. 

    Commenting on the development, Mitul Sangani, COO – General News, Network18 Digital said, “We, have always believed in creating content based on deep consumer insights that resonate with the audience. This is the time for us to leverage the repertoire of content and expertise we have built over the years. As the leading destination for regional language news, the onus lies on us to reach out to existing and new audiences on devices that are fast becoming the go-to medium of content consumption. Such launches expand our footprint amongst audiences and showcases that the brand is at the forefront of digital innovation. We are happy that the launch of these 16 new Alexa skills will provide a seamless experience to our audience who want to stay in touch with live news by just using their voice.” 

    Dilip R.S., Country Manager, Alexa Skills and Voice Services, Amazon India said, “We are excited to see Network18 launch 16 new Alexa skills. Asking for information via voice is more intuitive than typing and reading through the articles. With the News18 Skills, users will be able to get 24×7 live news updates in the language of their choice. We are sure users will enjoy the convenience of using simple voice commands to ask Alexa for live news and stay updated about important and relevant news in their favourite languages.” 

    Network18 is India’s largest TV network with the broadest spectrum of text & video content across 15 languages and 20 TV channels. Online 24×7, News18 is powered by not just journalists but also Network18's team of over 1,000 news professionals.

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  • Den Networks reports higher profits despite lower revenue in Q1-2021

    Den Networks reports higher profits despite lower revenue in Q1-2021

    BENGALURU: Indian cable TV and broadband services provider Den Networks Ltd (Den) reported 3.8 percent lower consolidated revenue for the quarter ended 30 June 2020 (Q1 2021, quarter or period under review) as compared to the corresponding year ago quarter (Q1 2020). Consolidated operating profit (simple EBITDA) for the period under review increased 55.2 percent in Q1 2021 as compared to Q1 2020. The company’s profit after tax (PAT) more than quadrupled (increased by 308 percent) y-o-y in Q1 2021. The company has pared its expenses in Q1 2021 as compared to Q1 2020.

    Den reported consolidated operating revenues of Rs 301.31 crore and Rs 313.15 crore for Q1 2021 and Q1 2020 respectively. Consolidated EBITDA for Q1 2021 was Rs 63.93 crore, for Q1 2020 it was Rs 41.19 crore. PAT for the period under review was Rs 58.32 crore as compared to Rs 14.31 crore in the corresponding year ago quarter. Total Income (revenue) for the period was flat at Rs 364.47 crore as compared to Rs 364.40 crore in Q1 2020.

    Segment Revenue

    Den Networks has two major segments in Cable Business and Broadband Business.

    Den reported 3.6 percent decline in total revenue for its Cable Business in Q1 2021 at Rs 284.47 crore as compared to Rs 295.17 crore in Q1 2020. The company reported 6.93 crore operating result for the quarter under review as compared to an operating loss (negative result) of Rs 11.07 crore for Q1 2020.

    Den reported 14 percent growth in subscription revenue for its Cable Business for Q1 2021 at Rs 195 crore as compared to Rs 171 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Placement/Marketing Income declined 37.1 percent y-o-y in Q1 2020 to Rs 61 crore from Rs 97 crore. Activation Income increased 4.3 percent in Q1 2020 to Rs 24 crore from Rs 23 crore in Q1 2020. PAT for the segment more than tripled to Rs 65 crore in Q1 2020 as compared to Rs 20 crore for Q1 2020.

    Den reported 6.3 percent lower Broadband Business operating revenue at Rs 16.85 crore in Q1 2021 as compared to Rs 17.98 crore in Q1 2020. The segment’s operating loss (negative result) increased to Rs 6.32 crore in Q1 2020 as compared to operating loss of Rs 5.45 crore in Q1 2020.

    Let us look at the other numbers reported by Den for Q1 2021

    Total expenditure for Q1 2021 declined 12.8 percent to Rs 302.95 crore from Rs 347.32 crore in Q1 2020. Content costs declined 15.2 percent in the quarter to Rs 135.20 crore from Rs 159.41 crore in the corresponding year ago quarter. Placement fees declined 62.8 percent to Rs 3.59 crore in Q1 2021 as compared to Rs 9.65 crore in Q1 2020. Employee benefits expense for Q1 2021 increased 5.1 percent y-o-y to Rs 23.92 crore from Rs 22.75 crore in Q1 2020. Finance costs in Q1 2021 declined 87.2 percent to Rs 2.26 crore from Rs 17.64 crore. Other expenses declined 12.8 percent in Q1 2021 to Rs 74.69 crore from Rs 80.15 crore in Q1 2020.

  • Network18’s initiatives to curb the spread of Covid2019 among employees

    Network18’s initiatives to curb the spread of Covid2019 among employees

    MUMBAI: News outlets have been relentlessly covering the Covid2019 pandemic outbreak in India. A cursory glance at any channel would show reporters taking precautions such as wearing masks, gloves and maintaining distance from others. Despite all the precautions, Network18, which houses a bunch of national and regional news channels under the TV18 umbrella, was one of the media companies that found some employees to have tested positive for Covid2019. It swung into action immediately through the systematic intervention and timely assistance of various departments, primarily the HR.

    Over the past two months, the media organisation tested more than 700 colleagues and their immediate families. From among the more than 7000 employees across the length and breadth of India, only 16 colleagues have tested positive. Every positive case has been followed up with meticulous contact-tracing. The company said that where possible, it cared for all those who have tested positive and their families at Reliance’s facilities.

    “Sixteen have tested positive, but in the circumstances, it is an extraordinary statistic and a testament to all our efforts. Most of them have recovered and many are asymptomatic. We have tested most colleagues at Reliance facilities and treated them and their families at RIL's hospitals,” said a Network18 spokesperson.

    The media company, owned by Reliance Industries, adopted the ‘safety first’ mantra from day one. Because of the strict work protocols the broadcaster put in place, the infection did not spread. “Protection of our colleagues is at the heart of our strategy. Ratings may have suffered in some weeks for some channels, but we know our priorities. There can be no compromise on the safety of our people,” stated the firm.

    The Covid tracker application, an early innovation from Reliance, has been keeping a close eye on symptoms. If there is the slightest hint that someone is unwell with signs of the virus, Reliance doctors take charge. “They have been on call for any emergency and continue to provide consultation. This has helped in tracing a few colleagues early on, which has helped in early isolation and treatment," informed the company.

    Some key initiatives it took to reassure colleagues of its preparedness and planning:

    1. Except those at the frontlines of TV news broadcasts, all others are working from home. Arrangements have been made for those working from home to do so as if it were business-as-usual.

    2. Teams are working in batches that don’t come in contact with each other. Employees also take turns working alternate weeks. Although this has meant that the organisation is operating with much smaller teams than its regular strength, this practice has the merit of safety.

    3. All employees are equipped with masks, gloves, sanitisers and immunity-boosting vitamin pills. Many reporters in the frontlines are armed with PPE suits. Every square-inch of the facilities is disinfected with anti-viral treatment and cleaned daily and deep-cleaning takes place several times a week. All mass-contact surfaces are cleaned with disinfectants many times daily.

    4. Reporters and camerapersons never enter the news floor, or indeed the office premises. All outdoor equipment is disinfected daily, and so are cabs. Reporters and camera teams are being equipped with protective kits.

    Several employees wrote testimonials for the company after they recovered. One recovered person, who works with tech ops in Mumbai, wrote: “Please accept my deepest gratitude for your support in that difficult time. Your support has been invaluable to me and I could not imagine how I would be able to survive in those critical days without your help. I remember Sanjeev sir's effective steps helped me to get admitted in the hospital quickly when my test result came positive. Organisation also arranged a medical check-up and sample collection for my family at home on the same day and sent necessary medicines to them. This effort was speechless. I would like to take special moments to thank all the HR team, Teleport team, Reliance hospital team and last but not least Reliance family for being with me and my family in those days.”

  • HistoryTV18 brings ‘Meenakshi Amman & The Marvel of Madurai’

    HistoryTV18 brings ‘Meenakshi Amman & The Marvel of Madurai’

    MUMBAI: HistoryTV18 is adding to its India offering with the new original production, ‘Meenakshi Amman & The Marvel Of Madurai,’ premiering on May 4th, Monday 8 PM. As the world faces an unprecedented challenge, and the government rules out public celebrations, HistoryTV18 brings viewers an immersive experience of the Chithirai festival and the famed Meenakshi Temple, at home on television screens. The one-hour programme premieres on the auspicious day of Thirukalyanam.

    Filmed in 2019, the documentary celebrates the legend of Meenakshi Amman, Mother Goddess, queen, and patron deity of the ancient city of Madurai. The film showcases the first two weeks of the grand celebrations in Tamil Nadu’s second-largest city, taking viewers behind the scenes of key events, along with their back-stories and socio-cultural significance. It presents never-seen-before visuals of the Chithirai festivities, tracing its history, uncovering amazing facts, and delving into fascinating folklore. The narrative also relies on human stories, through characters whose lives are inextricably intertwined with the mother goddess, Her temple, and its most important annual event. The documentary also takes a closer look at the logistics, security, and scale of organising the massive festival.

    The film also explores the historical and architectural significance of Madurai’s glorious landmark, its origins, expansion and present form. High-definition and 4K cameras reveal the incredible art and architecture of the many structures spread over the 14-acre complex, along with insights of experts and temple authorities to provide context and perspective. With a staggering 33,000 intricate sculptures, painted ceilings, mandapams, shrines, and fourteen towering gopurams, embellished with thousands of mythological characters and fantastical creatures, the temple is a feat of artistic genius and geometric precision. The storytelling, with stunning visuals and slickly-edited sequences, shines the light on South India’s indigenous craftsmanship, engineering, and cultural richness.

    The original production, a year in the making, captures the pomp and ceremony of some of the most important days of the Chithirai festival – from ‘pattabhishekham’ the coronation of the goddess,  to ‘thirukalyanam’ the divine wedding, and ‘rathotsavam’ the chariot or car festival.

    Also featuring prominently is the Kallalaghar festivities that honour Lord Vishnu, with lakhs of people arriving at the Vaigai River in Madurai. The event has socio-political significance and is historically significant, in addition to being a breathtaking spectacle.

    The enduring aura of the mother goddess with the recurring theme of divine feminine power or shakti, the love and faith of Her people, the colour and sheer scale of the festival, make for compelling viewing. Top-end production values, characteristic of HistoryTV18’s award-winning originals make the show a must-watch for all.

    Avinash Kaul, MD A+E Networks | TV18 and CEO Network18, says: “At HistoryTV18, we believe in telling stories that are visually spectacular, relevant for our viewers and genre-defining. ‘Meenakshi Amman & The Marvel of Madurai’ is the latest in a set of dramatic documentaries about India’s cultural history that engage, entertain, and inform. It is not just compelling content but also a celebration of our nation‘s rich diversity. The show does a great job of presenting the festival, especially in light of current circumstances, making it possible for everyone to be a part of the celebrations through our channel.”

  • Moneycontrol Pro completes a year, to offer enhanced value to subscribers

    Moneycontrol Pro completes a year, to offer enhanced value to subscribers

    MUMBAI: Moneycontrol Pro, a subscription-based financial service by moneycontrol, seeks to enhance best-in-class services and strengthen its objective of providing reliable, well-researched, and incisive financial information along with insightful analyses to its users.

    Moneycontrol, a part of Network18 Group, completes a year this April. The platform has successfully emerged as one of the fastest-growing subscription products in the digital business and finance segment, attaining more than 1,60,000 subscribers in a short span of time.

    Network18 president – digital & corporate strategy Puneet Singhvi says, “Leading with insights, deep understanding of the space, rapid product enhancements, access to leading industry experts and a penchant to go beyond the obvious, Moneycontrol Pro has emerged as the preferred financial news, data and analysis platform in the industry.”

    Since its inception, Moneycontrol Pro has strived to cater to its users through a slew of premium services that include seamless access to technical analysis, trading ideas from hand-picked team of experts, a daily comprehensive newsletter and a detailed weekly wrap that makes sense of the biggest financial events.

    In addition, it also offers an ad-free experience on app and desktop along with value-added incentives; for instance, ‘GuruSpeak’ brings the distilled wisdom of successful professionals in the markets while ‘Personal Finance’ section addresses investor’s questions about mutual funds and asset allocations.

    Moneycontrol business head, B2C revenues Manoj Nagpal says, “Moneycontrol Pro has been constantly evolving and adapting to the changing times by expanding its scope of offerings and services that explore innovative and unique avenues. Some of our pioneering offerings include the ‘Learn’ series where we have laid bare investment principles, styles and financial ratios that help the users to form informed opinions about companies and stocks on their own.”

    “Our opinion pieces analyse the economic environment and policy actions, enabling them with a clearer idea of the broader context in which businesses operate while our technical analysts identify the short-term trades that may prove to be beneficial for investors. Over the past year, it has led us to become the most preferred destination for our users and we are certain that we will continue in our endeavour for the times to come,” Nagpal adds.

    In the wake of the coronavirus scare, the platform supported investors by identifying early warnings and analyses of the outbreak and its impact on key sectors. It has continually provided its readers with a balanced analysis of where markets could bottom and how they can restructure a bleeding portfolio to make the market alterations advantageous.

    Moneycontrol Pro, on its anniversary, will issue a series of articles chronicling its journey to the top that captures its varied pioneering features, an ode to its dedicated and diligent team of researchers, and its comprehensive reportage of the global economy. The platform has also introduced a range of exciting exclusive benefits for the existing and potential PRO users for a limited period.