MUMBAI: Asianxt Digital Technologies (ADTPL) has named Venkatraman V as its new chairman, replacing Rajesh Kalra who steps down to a board position. The company has also appointed Neeraj Kohli as chairman of Asianet News Network (ANNPL), while Frank Thomas becomes CEO.

Venkatraman, currently executive director at Jupiter Capital, brings over 20 years of financial and strategic experience. He holds multiple professional qualifications and is a 2001 Indian Civil Services qualifier.

Kohli will retain his role as ADT CEO alongside his new position, while Thomas moves up from his previous role as business head.

Asianxt operates Asianetnews.com in eight languages and owns several news brands including Asianet News, Suvarna News, and Kannada Prabha, alongside music platform IndigoMusic.com.