Newsweek CEO Dev Pragad Honored as Guest of Honor at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

NEW YORK, NY – Dev Pragad, the dynamic Chief Executive Officer of Newsweek, has been invited as the Guest of Honor at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, taking place from January 8 to 10 in Bhubaneswar, India. This prestigious invitation was extended by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, recognizing Pragad’s significant contributions as a member of the Indian diaspora.

DEV PRAGAD - NEWSWEEK CEO

The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention, an annual flagship event of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, serves as a platform to celebrate the achievements of the Indian diaspora and strengthen ties between India and its global community. This year’s theme, “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat”, emphasizes the integral role of overseas Indians in shaping a developed India.

In an official statement, Pragad’s selection was lauded as a testament to his remarkable success in steering Newsweek’s transformation and embodying the perseverance and innovation of the global Indian community.

Under Pragad’s leadership, Newsweek has undergone a renaissance, transitioning from a struggling legacy publication to a thriving multi-platform media powerhouse. Today, it reaches over 100 million readers monthly—the highest in its storied 87-year history—and is widely recognized for its thought leadership and global reach. Harvard Business School has documented Newsweek’s turnaround under Pragad in two case studies, which are now integral to its executive education programs.

Beyond his professional achievements, Pragad is deeply engaged in philanthropic and global leadership roles. As a member of the Advisory Board for The Prince’s Trust, a charity founded by King Charles III, he supports initiatives that empower vulnerable youth. An alumnus of King’s College London and Harvard Business School, where he is a fellow, Pragad exemplifies the ideals of education and global citizenship.

Notable for hosting high-profile dialogues, Newsweek under Pragad’s stewardship has featured discussions with leaders like Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japan’s former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, underscoring the platform’s commitment to fostering global conversations.

Pragad’s participation in the 18th PBD Convention underscores his dedication to strengthening the ties between India and its diaspora, further cementing his legacy as a visionary leader and proud ambassador of the Indian diaspora’s achievements.