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TIME, Reliance to launch 'TIME100 Next India' list
24 Apr 2026

Leading global media company TIME has announced its first-ever international expansion of the TIME100 Next franchise with the launch of TIME100 Next India.

The initiative, a joint effort with Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), will celebrate 100 rising stars from India and the Indian diaspora across various fields.

The announcement was made at the annual TIME100 Gala in New York City by Jessica Sibley, CEO of TIME, and Nita Mukesh Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation.

Inaugural list to feature rising stars from various fields
Initiative details

The inaugural TIME100 Next India list will be curated by editors at TIME and will feature a diverse range of sectors such as arts, science, business, sports, advocacy, and more.

Sibley expressed her excitement about bringing this initiative to India for the first time.

She said it reflects their commitment to recognizing and convening the next generation of leaders driving progress across industries globally.

Ambani on partnership with TIME
Partnership goals

Ambani said the partnership with TIME aligns perfectly with Reliance's vision of innovation and leadership in India.

She emphasized their commitment to building India's future by empowering the next generation of talent, ideas, and leadership.

Ambani also expressed her excitement about hosting the first-ever TIME100 NEXT India at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai, as part of their mission to bring global excellence to India and vice versa.

Major milestone in TIME100 franchise's global expansion
Franchise growth

The launch of TIME100 Next India is a major milestone in the global expansion of the TIME100 franchise.

This edition, dedicated to a specific country, is the first of its kind for TIME100 Next.

The company has been hosting international TIME100 Impact Awards events since 2021 and expanded its live events business across five continents, further establishing its global presence beyond the US.