Axis Bank Appoints Former Bandhan Bank CFO Rajeev Mantri as New Chief Financial Officer
Axis Bank has appointed Rajeev Mantri, former CFO of Bandhan Bank, as its new Chief Financial Officer effective September 28, 2026. Mantri succeeds Puneet Sharma, who resigned earlier this year. With nearly three decades of experience in banking and financial services, Mantri has held senior roles at Bandhan Bank, ICICI Bank, and other institutions. His appointment is subject to regulatory approvals and aims to support Axis Bank's focus on profitability, asset quality, and growth.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (65/100). Lens Score 36/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- indiatoday— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- economictimes— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a straightforward business appointment without political framing. Coverage focuses on professional credentials and organizational changes, reflecting corporate and financial sector perspectives. There is no evident political bias, as the sources emphasize factual reporting on the executive transition and regulatory compliance.
The tone across the articles is neutral and professional, highlighting the appointment as a routine leadership change. The coverage is factual, with positive undertones related to Mantri's experience and the bank's strategic goals, but without overtly promotional language or criticism.
How 2 sources covered this story
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