NEW DELHI – Mihir Bhatt, a prominent figure in Indian business journalism, has resigned from Times Network. During his tenure, he served in the dual capacity of Chief Business Officer and Managing Editor – Times Influence.
Key Contributions at Times Network
Bhatt was a pivotal leader in bridging the gap between editorial excellence and business strategy:
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Branded Content: He was instrumental in building the network’s content solutions business, developing high-impact branded content.
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Content IPs: He led the creation of several large-scale Content Intellectual Properties (IPs) and strategic partnerships.
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Editorial Leadership: Beyond business roles, he oversaw key editorial initiatives across the network’s diverse media platforms.
Professional Background
Before his stint at Times Network, Bhatt had a long and successful career at Zee Business, where he held senior editorial responsibilities and was known for leading market-focused programming and financial news coverage.
His exit marks a significant leadership transition for Times Network’s “Times Influence” vertical as the company moves into the 2026-27 fiscal year.

