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Annurag Batra is a serial entrepreneur, media mogul, a journalist and an eternal optimist rolled into one. He is a B. Tech in Computer Sciences, a degree, which he acquired before joining Management Development Institute MDI Gurgaon (Now its Gurugram), one of India's leading Business School. He is a first generation entrepreneur and after acquiring the iconic business media and magazine brand BW Businessworld. a 35 year strong media brand as well as most respected business publication in the country.
The spotlight at this moment belongs to Rohit Jawa. Sanjiv Mehta’s successor, much like him, is a complete man professionally and the perfect person for the biggest job in the world
Annurag Batra Mar 28, 2023 9:07 AM
Dr. Annurag Batra explains how an insolvency plea is being used to derail the Zee-Sony merger
Annurag Batra Mar 6, 2023 9:03 AM
Dr Annurag Batra, Founder, exchange4media Group and Editor-in-Chief of BW Businessworld, explores why the two industries are losing their audiences
Annurag Batra Nov 3, 2022 6:48 PM
Is this a way to get the narrative back? Is this a way to divide media again and rule it even more effectively?, asks Dr Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of e4m & BW Businessworld
Annurag Batra Jan 13, 2022 5:48 PM
Dr Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of e4m & BW Businessworld, feels the fight between Zee and Invesco has an equivalence with the trinity of our Gods– Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu & Lord Shiva
Annurag Batra Oct 13, 2021 7:06 PM
e4m Influencer of the Year 2020 Naveen Tewari, Founder & CEO, InMobi & Glance, speaks to Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor in Chief - BW Businessworld
Annurag Batra Mar 6, 2021 7:17 PM
Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of e4m & BW Businessworld group, writes why staying silent on the absolute misuse of state machinery and power is not an option for anyone
Annurag Batra Nov 4, 2020 6:13 PM
Dr. Subhash Chandra, in an interview with exchange4media, says that ZEEL has a mindset of a content maker while Netflix and Amazon have a trading mentality
Annurag Batra Nov 16, 2018 9:11 AM
Dr. Annurag Batra, Founder & Chairman of exchange4media group, in conversation with Dr. Subhash Chandra, Chairman, ZEE & Essel Group, on Zee’s plans ahead.
Annurag Batra Nov 16, 2018 8:58 AM
The international community mustn't allow the conflict to escalate. In the absence of any Arab initiative, Israel's western backers must use their leverage to nudge Israel to lessen tension & stop the attacks, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Jul 21, 2014 8:18 AM
Come October & Google will be putting to rest its first ever social network. exchange4media's Annurag Batra takes a walk down social networking memories to highlight what Orkut has meant to scores of Indians
Annurag Batra Jul 15, 2014 8:30 AM
Indian politicians & ministers are increasingly reaching out to the masses through social media which has become the buzzword for the new govt, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Jul 7, 2014 7:57 AM
Human Rights violations is not something new in Egypt and has taken a serious turn for the past couple of years, leading to great condemnation from world leaders, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Jul 1, 2014 8:11 AM
There is a consensus among world media that Modi is the kind of strong & decisive leader that India has been eagerly waiting for. However, some papers caution against over-optimism, notes exchange4media’s Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Jun 2, 2014 8:28 AM
Sharif attending Modi's swearing-in ceremony, a positive step towards improving bilateral ties, was also largely aided by media participation from both countries, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra May 27, 2014 8:00 AM
The Modi government's biggest challenge is to introduce FDI in the entertainment and media industry to make these sectors even more attractive, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra May 20, 2014 8:05 AM
exchange4media's Annurag Batra compares the BBC & Indian news channels in the background of the polls and calls for Indian media to be credible, subtle, informative, yet authentic, with an ear to the ground, closer to reality
Annurag Batra May 12, 2014 7:59 AM
The need to develop an indigenous protection software to protect sensitive Govt data is the need of the hour, even as a strict policy is needed for Govt officials using social media, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra May 6, 2014 7:58 AM
exchange4media's Annurag Batra takes account of the unsavoury environment that the Pakistani media works under, constantly courting danger and death
Annurag Batra Apr 28, 2014 8:02 AM
Politicians must realise that a single utterance that does not go down well with the electorate has the potential to erode the faith of the masses, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Apr 21, 2014 7:45 AM
It is important that BJP takes note of the fact that Twitter is not just about creation of content, but also keeping a close control over negative news flowing from its stables, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Apr 7, 2014 8:11 AM
The BCCI & IPL are under the scanner for the betting & corruption charges, as also the strong words used by the Supreme Court in asking Srinivasan to quit. exchange4media’s Annurag Batra takes a look at what media has to say
Annurag Batra Mar 31, 2014 8:18 AM
It's important for media to not only be neutral, but also look neutral to be credible. With one of the most crucial polls coming up, media needs to ensure that the Indian democracy remains healthy, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Mar 24, 2014 7:17 AM
As India goes to the polls in less than a month, the country must take note of the world's eye on it. Particularly the parties, which must remember the spotlight the nation is under, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Mar 18, 2014 7:42 AM
Though critics remain sceptical about possible developments, the Govt remains strong in its reserve to bring about a drastic overhaul in the functioning of the public broadcaster, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Mar 10, 2014 8:22 AM
It would be wrong to squarely blame AK Antony for the state of affairs in India's defence forces, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra, adding that it is more to do with red-tapism within the system
Annurag Batra Mar 4, 2014 7:50 AM
When media comes out of its reservations and collectively engages in sincere reportage, the progress of the nation is inevitable, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Mar 3, 2014 9:11 AM
Paris-based Reporters Without Borders ranking India 140th in terms of press freedom is an alarming signal of a sinking democracy living a huge façade, a freedom that is curbed, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Feb 24, 2014 8:31 AM
Receiving the Bharat Ratna has catapulted Sachin Tendulkar into an altogether different level, where every move of this most adulated of cricketers is scrutinised even more, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Feb 17, 2014 8:14 AM
Kohli in his leadership role will look after advertising sales, marketing & events, apart from related aspects. He moves in from TV18, where he was Senior Vice President
Annurag Batra Feb 11, 2014 7:47 AM
Kohli in his leadership role will look after advertising sales, marketing & events, apart from related aspects. He moves in from TV18, where he was Senior Vice President
Annurag Batra Feb 10, 2014 6:40 PM
RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has taken to Twitter with gusto, but can he connect to the youth in the most relevant manner possible & persuade them not to leave their home towns, wonders exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Feb 10, 2014 8:33 AM
The interview busted the myth that Gandhi is a reluctant politician. To appear on a TV channel before the elections shows that he is raring to go & wants to do his politics differently, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Feb 7, 2014 9:37 AM
Priyanka Gandhi-Vadra is finally coming out of the self-imposed shadows ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, where the Congress is eyeing a third term, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Feb 3, 2014 9:25 AM
This behind-the-scene muzzling of the media only exposes the Govt's own insecurity and also exposes the lack of rules when it comes to face-offs between politicians & media, says exchange4media's Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Jan 20, 2014 9:06 AM
exchange4media's Annurag Batra traces the history of weather reporting in the UK as the BBC celebrates 60 years since the first weather forecast appeared, moving it from the barometer to the realm of the sciences
Annurag Batra Jan 13, 2014 9:24 AM
The closure of RIA-Novosti & its replacement with a new agency headed by a pro-regime mouthpiece is the latest sign of Russia's dark slide to authoritarianism under Putin, observes Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jan 7, 2014 8:29 AM
At a time when traditional knowledge systems are breaking, spiritual journalism carries the responsibility of re-establishing that system with modern analysis & in a modern context, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 30, 2013 7:45 AM
No matter what turn the issue takes, it is evident from the reportage in both the Indian and the US media that each has taken a different stance, instead of looking at the larger picture, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 24, 2013 9:26 AM
The rhetoric in North Korea's state-run media regarding senior leader Jang Song Thaek, who was recently executed, reveals the extent to which state media is being used for propaganda of Communist ideology, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 24, 2013 9:12 AM
It's time for senior journalists to take a stand on what's ethical & what's not and understand that in their morality levels lay the levels of future journalism, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 23, 2013 9:10 AM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about the keenness with which intl media is tracking Delhi polls & how they are significant because of the rise of Arvind Kejriwal's AAP
Annurag Batra Dec 16, 2013 7:52 AM
There's an apprehension that the sting is last-minute mudsling. Whether AAP emerges victorious is for the electorate to decide, but Kejriwal and Co. will cause main parties' strongholds to breach, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 9, 2013 8:00 AM
AAP’s emergence on social media is testimony to the opportunity for alternate options in the political spectrum & also to the emergence of participative governance, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Nov 4, 2013 9:58 AM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about how the media paid great tributes as the legends bade farewell to Twenty20. He says the dark side of the game (read spot fixing) pains him, but media should not conduct a trial of its own
Annurag Batra Oct 14, 2013 7:55 AM
The burst in the number of news channels demanded reinvention that has now led to blurring of lines between hard news & infotainment, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Oct 7, 2013 7:38 AM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about the unfortunate incident on social that followed Indian-origin Nina Davuluri winning the Miss America title and racism that prevails in the world even today
Annurag Batra Sep 30, 2013 8:55 AM
RBI Chief Raghuram Rajan has said that he has no magic wand but will deal with the country's challenges one at a time. Only time will tell if he can deliver growth even while reining in inflation, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Sep 9, 2013 8:01 AM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about assault on media, while in pursuit of truth, by Asaram's followers; he condemns the culture of blind faith in the country
Annurag Batra Sep 2, 2013 8:03 AM
It is ridiculous to imagine that an examination, however tough, would weed out the corrupt and the incompetent, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Aug 26, 2013 8:14 AM
A fragile naval defence only weakens the country’s strength as it goes on to accept foreign junk & undermines its own capabilities in engineering, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Aug 19, 2013 8:07 AM
The couch potatoes have seemingly gone digital with TV, once the most popular medium of entertainment, taking a backseat, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Aug 12, 2013 8:19 AM
All journalists must have an aptitude for drama. They should have the knack to capture the human element in daily events, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Aug 5, 2013 9:06 AM
BCCL published the last edition of TOI Crest on July 20. Acc to Annurag Batra of exchange4media, "Gone are the days when newspapers were soul of the country; now it is the revenues that rule"
Annurag Batra Jul 30, 2013 8:19 AM
Media activism that jolts people out of their comforts, and calls for action for a better future, has to be actively promoted, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jul 22, 2013 8:16 AM
A photograph is a vital element in print media because it encapsulates a story with insight and depth of historicity, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jul 15, 2013 8:21 AM
Freedom of speech is a cherished Fundamental Right; journalists have the responsibility to stir the conscience of the community, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jul 8, 2013 8:06 AM
Media must appreciate that the US administration is duty bound to uphold the preamble of the US Constitution, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media, talking about the Snowden episode
Annurag Batra Jul 1, 2013 8:05 AM
The latest in the line of lambs led to slaughter as a supposed austerity measure is the Greek state TV and radio, shares Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jun 24, 2013 7:38 AM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group talks about the trailblazers in the skyscape of journalism where the 'Medium is the message'
Annurag Batra Jun 17, 2013 9:51 AM
Media needs to view events with an analytical mindset, connecting the dots with lessons of history & day-to-day facts, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jun 10, 2013 8:49 PM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about the fourth estate playing the fourth umpire to the IPL scandal. Hear the other side, he urges
Annurag Batra Jun 3, 2013 4:58 PM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media talks about Mamata Banerjee’s decision to take over channels Tara Newz and Tara Muzik on "humanitarian grounds"
Annurag Batra May 29, 2013 7:35 PM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group talks about the facade the Saradha Group created, leaving more than 1500 journalists in jeopardy
Annurag Batra May 20, 2013 8:06 PM
The PM’s quick reaction to the dastardly crime of the brutal rape of the 5-yr-old girl in Apr was a far cry from the Dec 16 gang rape, observes Annurag Batra of e4m
Annurag Batra May 13, 2013 7:00 PM
Extraordinary situations demand extraordinary measures of responsibility, says Annurag Batra of e4m, while sharing his views on conflict reporting in India
Annurag Batra Apr 1, 2013 9:26 PM
The relationship between communication professionals and today's journalists is more symbiotic than clashing, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Mar 18, 2013 7:32 PM
Today relationships at best get you a foot in the door, it may get you a patient hearing; relationship is a passport but you still need a visa, says Annurag Batra of e4m
Annurag Batra Mar 11, 2013 1:21 AM
India has become the centre for entrepreneurs, marketers, brands & hence, a centre for all communication ecosystem partners, says e4m’s Annurag Batra
Annurag Batra Mar 4, 2013 2:52 AM
Justice Katju has been accused of the foot-in-mouth disease; but this time he cannot be blamed for his opinion on Narendra Modi, says Annurag Batra of e4m
Annurag Batra Feb 25, 2013 8:02 PM
Media is quite lopsided in the presentation of news, views and reviews from the Northeast, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Feb 18, 2013 7:00 PM
“India has its problems but a solution cannot be based on an impulse,” says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Feb 11, 2013 7:13 PM
We are a nation of fractured notions & sentiments; we need to stand up & address the loopholes in nation building, says Annurag Batra of e4m
Annurag Batra Jan 28, 2013 2:46 AM
As long as sports will stay on Earth, so will the scandals, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Jan 23, 2013 6:49 PM
Secularism is so embedded in our system that most journalists know radicalism can at best be regional, not national, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jan 14, 2013 6:32 PM
Social media has become the collective voice of the masses in India, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Jan 7, 2013 6:43 PM
Whoever wrote off the national channel for India, Doordarshan, needs to think again, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Jan 2, 2013 7:12 PM
Indian journalism will continue to beckon fresh minds and the youth, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Dec 31, 2012 6:30 PM
Use appropriate language, report factually and never sensationalise information, urges Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 24, 2012 10:10 PM
In conversation with MP & Former I&B Minister Ambika Soni, who led the DAS movement in India and was awarded IMPACT Person of the Year 2012 for the same. Excerpts:
Annurag Batra & Srabana Lahiri Dec 24, 2012 4:06 AM
Journalists fear that Newsweek turning all-online may send wrong signals to profit-seeking publishers, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 17, 2012 7:16 PM
I worry if the news floors will have lesser people if Summly succeeds, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Dec 10, 2012 6:22 PM
On one hand the report’s curtailment maybe necessary but it can also be an obtuse way to muzzle the media, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Dec 3, 2012 6:32 PM
Online journalism in the West grew on the decline of print. In India, it gained popularity as an avatar of print, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Nov 26, 2012 6:06 PM
Annurag Batra highlights aberrations in Indian media such as dishing out global news from a local office & excessive use of ‘Exclusive’
Annurag Batra Nov 19, 2012 7:11 PM
Annurag Batra of exchange4media on Barack Obama’s second term as US President and the questions that the world seeks from him
Annurag Batra Nov 12, 2012 6:39 PM
Acc to Tewari, there are issues in the industry that will demand his deep study. We should respect his frankness & give him time to settle down, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Nov 5, 2012 8:05 PM
Don’t just put up a statutory warning against tobacco use for the sake of it! Make it more effective, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media
Annurag Batra Oct 29, 2012 7:34 PM
Paid news is as true as the day; innovation like Medianet is the answer, says Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Oct 22, 2012 7:42 PM
Indian consumers are a confused lot as their minds are cluttered by unending multilingual media options, says Annurag Batra of exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Oct 17, 2012 6:49 PM
IAA’s Silicon Valley trip inspired & challenged Indian leaders, says Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra Oct 8, 2012 8:57 AM
Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group shares his thoughts on the Aseem Trivedi debacle
Annurag Batra Sep 17, 2012 6:48 PM
Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group throws light on the ongoing debate of whether news channels need a CEO
Annurag Batra Jun 4, 2012 4:40 AM
Professionals need to reinvent themselves, says Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group
Annurag Batra May 28, 2012 7:29 PM
Annurag Batra, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group delves on the key role that spouses play in building successful businesses
Annurag Batra May 21, 2012 11:36 PM
Annurag Batra, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group shares some off-the-cuff thoughts through his weekly column Vivid
Annurag Batra May 14, 2012 8:27 PM
At the slightest, faintest and most filmsy opportunity, the powers that run this country are stripping media organisations and accusing media professionals of lack of credibility, opinionated thought processes and sensational reporting. It’s a disturbing trend, feels Annurag Batra, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, exchange4media Group.
Annurag Batra Oct 11, 2011 8:50 AM
