Zakka Jacob quits News18 for Managing Editor role at Times Now
Zakka Jacob is set to join Times Now as Managing Editor, marking a significant shift in the channel’s senior editorial ranks and adding a prominent newsroom figure to its leadership. His move follows recent changes at CNN‑News18, where he stepped back from daily managerial responsibilities and shifted into a broader on‑air and editorial role, signalling a transition phase that now culminates in his switch to the Times Network.
Jacob’s arrival is being viewed as a strategic strengthening of Times Now’s editorial core. Known for his mix of newsroom management experience and a strong on‑screen presence, he is expected to play a central role in shaping the channel’s output and tone as it refines its leadership structure.
Industry chatter has suggested that Navika Kumar, who has long overseen Times Now and Times Now Navbharat, may gradually move into a consulting capacity as part of the network’s evolving editorial model. However, Times Network CEO Ashish Sehgal has firmly denied any change to her role, adding a layer of uncertainty to the speculation surrounding the channel’s leadership transition.
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Jacob’s appointment nonetheless signals a moment of recalibration for Times Now, with the network clearly positioning itself for a refreshed editorial direction while maintaining continuity at the top.
