Forbes launches India edition

An Indian edition of Forbes was launched Thursday at a gala dinner in Mumbai. Forbes India is the first Indian edition of any foreign news or business publication.

“We are excited to be working with one of India’s leading media groups, Network18, as our partner,” said Steve Forbes in a statement. “I doubt there’s been a better time to launch Forbes India. In the midst of economic doom and gloom, India’s story is one of resilience in adversity and optimism for the future.”

Forbes India’s editorial team will be led by Indrajit Gupta. It will be published on a biweekly schedule and has an initial print run of 75,000 copies. Forbes India has been designed by the internationally renowned duo of Walter Bernard and Milton Glaser.

In addition, “Forbes India Show” will be a half-hour weekly program and air on CNBC-TV18, the country’s largest and most respected business channel. The show will see Senthil Chengalvarayan, president and editorial director, TV18 Business Media, in conversation with business leaders, policy makers, entrepreneurs and top financial executives to bring together opinions on issues and policies that impact the economy.

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