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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kumar Chander to take over as CEO of Consumer Care and Lighting, current MD Vineet Agrawal to retire next year
Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting said Kumar Chander, currently president – Southeast Asia and Yardley India, will take over as CEO, effective February 1, 2026, replacing Vineet Agrawal, managing director of Wipro Enterprises , who will retire in January next year after 40 years with the organization. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Artificial Intelligence Data Analytics Healthcare Cybersecurity CXO Design Thinking Project Management Management MBA Digital Marketing Finance Degree Operations Management Data Science others Data Science Others Product Management MCA Public Policy Technology Leadership healthcare PGDM Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Exec Cert Prog in AI for Biz India Starts on undefined Get Details Agrawal joined Wipro in 1985 and became CEO of Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting in 2002. Over the past two decades, he has led the transformation of the company into a global FMCG conglomerate. Under his leadership, Wipro Consumer Care completed 15 strategic acquisitions , significantly expanded its global brand portfolio, and grew Santoor into one of India's top two soap brands. Azim Premji, Chairman, Wipro Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., said, 'Vineet has played a defining role in shaping Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting into a formidable, globally respected business - growing it from Rs300 crore in 2003 to over Rs10,600 crore now, transforming it from a domestic player to a truly international business. He transformed Santoor into a leading Indian brand, led 15 strategic acquisitions, and built a strong platform for innovation and growth. His instinctive understanding of people, culture, and long-term value creation has left a lasting legacy. I thank him for his extraordinary contribution over four decades.' With 33 years at Wipro and a strong track record across India and international markets, Chander brings sharp strategic insight and executional depth. "His role in making us No. 1 in Malaysia's personal care market and top 3 in several others speaks to his leadership. Kumar's humility, fairness, strategy and business acumen make him exceptionally well-placed to lead us into the next chapter," added Premzi. When Vineet took charge in 2003, the business was primarily focused on vanaspati, soap, and lighting within India. Today, it operates in over 60 countries across categories including personal care, home care, skin care, foods, lighting, and seating products. "Together, we have built a global business rooted in strong systems, disciplined execution, and integrity. I am proud of the foundation we have laid and grateful for the opportunity to lead through a period of significant transformation. Our journey has been shaped by Wipro's long-term focus and commitment to building with purpose. I have full confidence in Kumar – his distinctive leadership style and global experience will guide Wipro to even greater heights," said Agrawal. Chander's appointment reflects a careful and considered succession process, the company said. He has been with Wipro Consumer Care for 34 years and has led operations across India, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. As President – Southeast Asia and Yardley India, he played a key role in integrating Wipro Consumer Care's international acquisitions and establishing the acquired brands into leadership positions in these geographies. Beginning October 2025, Kumar will work closely with Vineet to ensure a smooth leadership transition . He will be based at the Wipro Enterprises headquarters in Bengaluru.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rangeen OTT release date: When to watch Vineet Kumar Singh's dark comedy web series on Prime Video
Rangeen OTT release date: Vineet Kumar Singh is a popular name in the film industry. He has carved a niche for himself with his work in films such as Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava and the Anurag Kashyap-directed Mukkabaaz. Vineet is now in the limelight because of his latest series, Rangeen. It is set to premiere on Prime Video on July 25. Rangeen cast and plot explored Rangeen is touted to be a complex dark comedy that revolves around Adarsh, a seemingly ordinary man who learns that he has been backstabbed by his wife. This shocks him to the core, resulting in a series of harsh yet hilarious mishaps. It stars Vineet in the lead and is touted to be his first major web series after Rangbaaz Phir Se. real eyes realize real lies 👀#RangeenOnPrime, New Series, July 25 @vineetkumar_s @rajshriartist @taaruk #AmirRizvi @AmardeepGalsin @Pranjaldua #KopalNaithani #KabirKhan @bluemagicmumbai Rangeen also features Rajshri Deshpande, Taaruk Raina, and Sheeba Chaddha in key roles. Amardeep Galsin and Amir Rizvi serve as the creators and writers of the series. Kabir Khan and Rajan Kapoor serve as the producers of the show. Pranjal Dua and Kopal Naithani are the directors. Imtiaz Ali about Rangeen Imtiaz Ali, who is best known for films such as Jab We Met and Rockstar, made an impact in the OTT space with She. The web series became the talk of the town with its raw and gritty narrative. He is now back in this sphere with Rangeen. He described his latest production venture, he hopes to explore the 'grey areas' of human relationships. 'With Rangeen, we set out to tell a story that explores the grey areas of human connection—messy, flawed, and deeply real. It's a narrative that blends sharp wit with emotional honesty, challenging conventions while remaining deeply engaging. We are excited to share Rangeen with audiences across the world, he said in a prepared statement. The directors added that they envisioned it as a story that 'challenges social norms while staying anchored to emotional truth'. Rangeen will premiere on Prime Video on July 25.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Time of India
Inspector caught red-handedtaking Rs 15,000 bribe in Jhansi
Jhansi: A police inspector was caught red-handed by the anti-corruption department here on Thursday while he was accepting a bribe of Rs 15,000. Inspector Vineet Kumar, posted at Mauranipur police station, approximately eighty km from the district headquarters, initially demanded Rs 40,000 from the complainant regarding an FIR related to a fight. According to anti-corruption team leader Thakur Das, a complaint was received from Abhishek Yadav of Mailoni village. In his complaint, Abhishek stated that on June 28 there was a fight between his father Jwala Prasad and one Brijkishore. During the altercation, Jwala sustained multiple injuries, including a fractured leg. Both parties filed cases against each other, with Vineet Kumar designated as the investigating officer . During the course of the investigation, Abhishek requested strict action against the opponents, at which point Vineet allegedly said that certain sections of the FIR needed to be increased. For this, Vineet is said to have demanded Rs 40,000 as bribe. After some negotiation, it was agreed to pay Rs 15,000 in advance, with the remainder to be given after the work was completed. Abhishek subsequently approached the anti-corruption department and lodged a formal complaint. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo On Thursday, a trap was set to apprehend Vineet. The victim called the inspector to Ambedkar crossing in Mauranipur. As soon as the victim handed over the money to Vineet, the anti-corruption team members rushed to the spot and apprehended the police inspector, who was in uniform, red-handed along with the pre-marked currency notes in the presence of a couple of independent witnesses nominated by the district magistrate. The team brought Vineet to Jhansi and registered a case against him under relevant sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act 1988 at Premnagar police station. Vineet will be taken to Lucknow, where he will be produced before the special court for prevention of corruption on Friday.
Hindustan Times
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Students & parents advised to be careful during admission season
With the admission season having started, several parents across Maharashtra are finding themselves caught in a web of fraudulent agents promising guaranteed seats in prestigious professional colleges under the management quota. In the past two months alone, at least three to four such cases have occurred raising concerns over the transparency of the admission process in private and deemed universities. Many students with average academic marks, along with their parents, attempt to secure seats in reputed institutions through alternative routes. (HT) Despite recent amendments to the Maharashtra Unaided Private Professional Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admissions and Fees) Act, which mandate a transparent admission process for management quota seats in professional courses such as engineering, pharmacy, MBA, MCA, and architecture, the situation on the ground is anything but. While affiliated colleges are required to follow stricter norms, private and deemed universities have been granted complete autonomy which grants agents access to thrive. A parent told Hindustan Times on condition of anonymity, 'I came across an agent through a Prime Shiksha advertisement on social media. When I contacted them, they asked me to visit their office at Agarwal Business Park in Kharadi. The agent's name was Deepak Agarwal, and two others Vineet and Shivam Sharma. They initially asked ₹ 13 lakh for admission to engineering at PICT through the NRI and institute quota. After some discussion, the deal was fixed at ₹ 12 lakh. We even visited the college and filled out a form and I paid them ₹ 12 lakh. They told us that the college would send an admission confirmation through email. However, when I tried to contact them the next day, their phones were switched off, and the office was locked. My son scored 92% which is quite good. I want to warn other parents; please don't fall for such agents.' Responding to this, Kalpesh Yadav, joint secretary of Yuva Sena, said, 'The criteria for management quota admissions is that they should be carried out based on merit. Last year, we successfully completed the admission of 383 students purely on merit, without taking a single rupee and we are also raising voice against it.' Cities like Pune and Nashik, which host some of the state's top institutions, are witnessing a surge in demand for management quota seats. Many students with average academic marks, along with their parents, attempt to secure seats in reputed institutions through alternative routes. In doing so, they often rely on admission agents, many of whom turn out to be fraudsters. In Pune, at least three to four such fraud cases have surfaced in the last year, with parents reportedly losing lakhs of rupees. The agents exploit the urgency and emotional vulnerability of families keen on securing their child's academic future. As a result, many institutes and government officials are urging families to avoid falling for promises of guaranteed admissions. Several institutions have started issuing public advisories, warning against dealing with unverified agents. To address the rising number of complaints, support groups such as the Innovation Foundation and Yuva Sena have set up helplines for students and parents facing admission-related issues. 'Last year, we helped several students who had been defrauded by these agents. This year, too, our helpline is open to assist anyone in need,' said Kalpesh Yadav, joint secretary of Yuva Sena. The helpline number for assistance is 9623337777.
Indian Express
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Chhaava actor Vineet Kumar Singh safely returns to Mumbai after being stranded in Dubai amid tensions in Middle East
Actor Vineet Kumar Singh had a stressful experience recently, when he was stranded at the Dubai airport due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Due to this unexpected turns of events, Vineet was stranded at the airport. The Superboys of Malegaon actor shared this news on social media. Also Read: Vineet Kumar Singh says box office is valued more than one's talent: 'Aajkal kaam ke baare mein kam baat hoti hai' A post shared by Maddock Films (@maddockfilms) Vineet shared an Instagram story, informing, 'I am at Dubai Airport. 9:23 pm Dubai Time. Immigration done. Waiting at the gate for my flight. Fingers crossed.' However, a few hours later, the actor safely landed in Mumbai and informed his fans with another story on his Instagram. Later, Vineet spoke to News 18, and said, 'We were clueless around 10 pm. Then we got the news that boarding had started. Flight takeoff was a little late, but everything was fine. Emirates Airlines and Dubai airport staff helped everyone.' A post shared by Viineet Kumar Siingh (@vineet_ksofficial) On the work front, Vineet was last seen in Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava. The film emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters of 2025, and Vineet's performance in the period drama was widely appreciated. Other than Chhaava, Vineet was also seen in Reema Kagti's Superboys of Malegaon and Sunny Deol's Jaat. Vineet, who began his acting journey in 2002, has been a part of films such as Mukkabaaz, Gangs of Wasseypur, Ugly, Bombay Talkies, and more. Earlier in May, Vineet and his wife Ruchira announced her first pregnancy.
