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Shamsher Singh named managing editor for Times Group’s Hindi & vernacular languages
Veteran TV journalist set to steer Hindi and vernacular news strategy
NEW DELHI: Shamsher Singh, a seasoned face in Hindi television journalism, has been appointed managing editor for the Hindi and vernacular language publications of the Times Group, marking another prominent chapter in a career that has spanned nearly three decades in Indian newsrooms.
Singh brings with him a deep well of editorial experience shaped across some of the country’s most recognisable media brands. Most recently, he has been serving as consulting editor at Network18 Media & Investments Limited since September 2024.
Before that, he was editor in chief at India Daily Live from April 2023 to February 2024, where he oversaw the channel’s editorial direction during a period of rapid expansion in the digital news space.
His newsroom leadership journey includes a stint as managing editor at Zee Media Corporation Limited between December 2020 and November 2022. Prior to that, he held the same role as managing editor at Republic Bharat from November 2018 to November 2020, guiding the Hindi news channel through a fiercely competitive broadcast landscape.
Singh’s earlier roles also reflect his long-standing engagement with political and current affairs coverage. At Zee Media, he served as editor for national affairs from 2017 to 2018, while at India TV he was editor for current affairs between 2013 and 2017.
Much of his formative editorial work took place at Aaj Tak, where he spent more than 15 years as deputy editor from April 1998 to October 2013, shaping coverage during a transformative era for Indian television news.
An alumnus of Patna University, Singh holds a master’s degree in journalism.
With his latest appointment at the Times Group, Singh steps into a role that sits at the intersection of legacy media and India’s fast-evolving regional news ecosystem. His task now is to sharpen the editorial voice and expand the reach of the group’s Hindi and vernacular platforms in a market where language journalism continues to command vast and loyal audiences.
Brands
Malaika Arora launches Maejoy accessories brand with Myntra partnership
New label debuts with 250 plus handbags and lab grown diamond jewellery.
MUMBAI: When style meets sparkle, a new brand is ready to take centre stage. Actor and entrepreneur Malaika Arora has launched a lifestyle accessories label called Maejoy, developed in collaboration with Exceed Entertainment and Myntra Jabong India Private Limited (MJIPL), the B2B wholesale arm of Myntra. The brand enters the market with a debut collection of more than 250 styles spanning handbags and lab grown diamond jewellery, two categories that continue to define everyday personal style for modern consumers.
The handbag lineup includes crossbody bags, structured shoulder bags, bucket bags, totes, backpacks, clutches and workwear inspired designs. The pieces are crafted using materials such as synthetic leather, raffia, braids, satin, rhinestones and metallic finishes.
Alongside the bags, Maejoy has introduced a jewellery range featuring lab grown diamond rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets and tennis bracelets. The pieces are set in 925 sterling silver bases with gold, silver and rose gold tones, and include diamonds certified by IGI and GCI.
Positioned as a premium yet accessible accessories label, Maejoy is built around the philosophy “The Joy of Being Me”, aiming to blend aspirational fashion with everyday usability. The brand’s positioning centres on three pillars: authenticity, empowerment and accessibility.
Arora described the venture as a natural extension of her long association with fashion and personal style.
“Maejoy is a labour of love. Throughout my career, whether on screen, in business or through personal style, I have always believed fashion should feel empowering yet effortless. The Joy of Being Me celebrates individuality while making global fashion trends more accessible,” she said.
MJIPL, CXO and head of house of brands Suman Saha said the brand brings together Arora’s style perspective with a strong opportunity in the accessible premium accessories segment.
“Maejoy combines Malaika Arora’s distinctive style sensibility with fashion forward designs that we believe will resonate strongly with consumers looking for elevated yet wearable accessories,” he said.
Exceed Entertainment CEO Afsar Zaidi added that building celebrity led brands requires balancing authenticity with market viability.
“Malaika commands respect both as a fashion icon and a businesswoman. Bringing her creative vision together with Myntra’s brand building expertise creates a strong foundation for Maejoy,” he said.
The collection is available exclusively on Myntra through its website and mobile app, making the brand accessible to millions of shoppers across India as it steps into the competitive lifestyle accessories space.
