Mumbai: In a bold step that bridges six decades of legacy with the energy of a new generation, Nepal’s most iconic spirit, Khukri Rum, has launched “Mero Khukri”, a dynamic music-led campaign created in collaboration with Outreach and featuring Nepal’s rising music producer OMG Spark.For 66 years, Khukri Rum has stood as a symbol of Nepali craftsmanship and national pride. As a heritage brand admired by generations, Khukri’s biggest challenge in recent years was also its strength — t

Mumbai: Truecaller, the global communications leader in caller identification and spam blocking with over 450 million active users worldwide, today announced the launch of its first comprehensive Advertising Effectiveness Measurement Suite — ROI of Trust. This advanced suite enables brands to evaluate and quantify advertising impact across key metrics of attention, trust, and confidence in verified, privacy-safe environments.[caption id=attachment_2466245 align=alignleft width=200] Hemant Aror

Kolkata: Shrachi Sports has announced its partnership with Zee Bangla Sonar and ZEE5 as the official broadcasting and streaming partners for the Bengal Super League (BSL), which kicks off on 7th December 2025. The announcement comes as Bengal prepares for a new chapter in football with a league designed to spotlight regional passion and homegrown talent.Adding global star power to the event, legendary FIFA World Cup-winning captain and football icon Lothar Matthus has been appointed as the Offic

Mumbai: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (‘Z’) has achieved a major milestone in its sustainability journey by garnering a high score of 51 out of 100 in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) 2025, placing the company amongst the top 5% globally in the Media, Movies and Entertainment sector.This achievement underscores ‘Z’s strong commitment to driving meaningful impact across its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) pillars. Over the past year, the company ha

For years, India's online property market has been dominated by national platforms like MagicBricks, 99acres, and NoBroker. However, a Chennai-based portal is transforming how homebuyers discover properties. Findbhk.com, created by Findbhk Realty Services Pvt. Ltd., has rapidly established itself as one of the most reliable platforms for genuine buyers and developers in Chennai. Through its locally-focused strategy, authenticated listings, and user-friendly interface, the platform is raising the

Mumbai: This winter, Pepe Jeans London invites fashion enthusiasts to ‘Embrace the Chill’, a campaign that celebrates effortless winter style through versatile layering and cozy comfort. The brand’s new Autumn/Winter 2025 collection blends functionality with fashion, embodying modern silhouettes, seasonal textures, and Pepe’s signature design DNA.This season’s lineup showcases the brand’s craftsmanship across corduroy, flannel, jackets, sweatshirts, puffers, shackets, and of course,

Mumbai: Star Health Insurance has unveiled its latest campaign, created entirely using generative AI, marking a first in India’s insurance category. The new series of ad films blends cutting-edge technology with creativity to tell stories that feel contemporary, relatable, and emotionally grounded.The campaign features three short films inspired by everyday life — the foodie who can’t resist new experiences, the traveller who’s always on the move, and the go-getter balancing work and fam

Hyderabad: Green Gold Animation, the studio known for creating some of India’s most loved animated characters, has announced the launch of “Learn with Bheem”, an interactive learning application designed for children between the ages of 2 and 8 years. The app marks Green Gold’s foray into educational technology, combining structured learning with play - based engagement through familiar characters from its popular franchises.Available globally on both the Google Play Store and Apple App

Mumbai: Oneindia, a multilingual digital news and content platform, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Tamil Nadu Government’s Thooimai Mission, a bold initiative aimed at making the state a frontrunner in sustainability and waste management. The alliance combines Oneindia’s expansive digital footprint with the state government’s progressive environmental vision to drive impactful change and advance a future of zero-waste living.With millions of daily active users across plat

New Delhi: As Bihar gears up for one of its most anticipated election results, News18 Network, India's most watched news network, is set to take the lead with unmatched and high-impact coverage that promises to keep the nation glued. With its Maha Coverage of the Bihar Election Results, News18 promises the fastest, most reliable, and most comprehensive updates from every corner of the state, delivering accuracy and in-depth analysis that set the benchmark for election coverage.With a special gue

Mumbai: As India enters its busiest retail window of the year, brands are facing a growing challenge in maximizing returns from their digital advertising investments. During high-intent shopping moments such as Diwali, Amazon Prime Day, and other marquee retail events, new research reveals that a surge in low-quality ad environments is threatening both ROI and brand reputation.According to the Contextual Targeting Insights Guide 2025 by Integral Ad Science (IAS), a global media measurement and o

New Delhi: Event Planet Technologies, a global event and wedding aggregator platform founded in 2024, has raised $250,000 in angel funding from USA-based serial investor and NRI, Virendra Prasad, valuing the company at ₹30 crore.The investment will drive Event Planet’s next phase of growth as it expands into new markets and strengthens its proprietary package-based model that simplifies event planning for users worldwide. The company aims to bring transparency, reliability, and convenience t

Mumbai: Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced Crunchyroll, the global leader in anime, as the Associate Team Sponsor for the Proteas Men’s series in India, scheduled from 14 November to 19 December 2025.As part of the partnership, Crunchyroll’s branding will appear prominently on the Proteas Men’s team jerseys across all three formats — Tests, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20s).This collaboration represents a major milestone in Crunchyroll’s global spo

Mumbai: In an internal communication circulated by Bharath Ram, David Zakkam has been named as Senior Vice President and Head of Analytics & Data Strategy at JioStar.With this appointment, all functions within the digital analytics organization, including Veeran, will now report to David. In his new role, he will collaborate with the business, content, marketing, ads, engineering, and product teams to unlock greater consumer and business value through data-driven decision-making.Bringing over 21

Mumbai: Kora by NM, a contemporary menswear label, has launched its latest Wedding Campaign, featuring rising star Meezaan Jafri as the modern face of Indian celebration wear.Titled “Crafted in Confidence”, the campaign draws inspiration from Meezaan’s sharp style, effortless energy, and grounded confidence—qualities that perfectly mirror Kora’s vision of the modern Indian groom. The collaboration brings together timeless craftsmanship and new-age charisma, redefining how today’s men

Mumbai: Birla Estates, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aditya Birla Real Estate Limited (ABREL), today announced its association with Gujarat Titans as the team’s Principal Sponsor for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. The partnership marks a significant step in Birla Estates’ brand journey, underscoring its commitment to innovation, excellence, and creating meaningful connections with communities across India—values that both Gujarat Titans and Birla Estates strongly embo

Mumbai: Daily Thanthi Group has announced the appointment of Kumaran P G as its Chief Digital Officer, effective May 2025. In his new role, Kumaran will lead the Group’s digital strategy and transformation initiatives, focusing on driving growth, innovation, and audience engagement across digital platforms.Kumaran joins Daily Thanthi Group from Vikatan, where he served as Head of Digital for nearly four years. During his tenure, he was instrumental in accelerating the brand’s digital presenc

Bangalore: OS Studios, a Project Worldwide agency renowned for creating world-class fan experiences for global brands such as Pokmon, Call of Duty, NBA, and Major League Soccer, has officially launched operations in India.The agency will operate as OS Studios India with full-service offices in Bangalore, New Delhi, and Mumbai, leveraging the extensive network and capabilities of its sister agency George P Johnson (GPJ) India and the broader Project Worldwide ecosystem.The launch marks a major mi

Mumbai: JioStar, through its studio arm Star Studio18, continues to strengthen its position as a leader in entertainment marketing and localization with its latest collaboration — onboarding Shraddha Kapoor as the Hindi voice of Judy Hopps, the spirited police officer in Disney’s highly anticipated sequel, Zootopia 2.Building on a proven record of star-led campaigns that have successfully resonated with Indian audiences, JioStar once again demonstrates its ability to localize global stories

Mumbai: Neterwala Group, a professionally run, family-owned business enterprise with over six decades of steady growth, has unveiled its new brand identity, marking a pivotal step in its journey towards global expansion and sustainable innovation. The refreshed identity embodies the Group’s dedication to “touching lives positively through technology,” reflecting both its legacy and its forward-looking vision as a high-tech manufacturing and engineering leader.A Brand That Embodies Global A

Mumbai: Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries, has announced a strategic partnership with Ajith Kumar Racing, the motorsport team founded by actor and professional racer Ajith Kumar. Under this alliance, Campa Energy, RCPL’s homegrown energy drink brand, will serve as the team’s Official Energy Partner.The collaboration underscores RCPL’s commitment to supporting Made-in-India initiatives and promoting Indian talent on global platforms. Through this

US: Medulla Communications today announced its official entry into the United States, marking a significant milestone in the agency’s global expansion journey. This move follows Medulla’s recent foray into Singapore and the launch of Capsule, a joint venture designed to create India’s first super-specialist healthcare events agency. The US launch strengthens Medulla’s mission to deliver world-class healthcare communication and marketing solutions across key international markets.Leading

Mumbai: The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, scheduled to take place from 22–26 June 2026, has announced major updates to its Awards ahead of submissions opening in January. Reflecting the evolving role of creativity in driving business and cultural transformation, next year’s Awards will see the launch of the Creative Brand Lion, alongside several refinements across existing categories.The Creative Brand Lion, debuting in 2026, will recognise the systems, cultures, and cap

Mumbai: Spikes Asia, APAC’s most prestigious and sought-after award for creativity and marketing effectiveness, has announced the line-up of Jury Presidents who will oversee the 2026 Awards, to be held in Singapore next March. These industry leaders will guide their Juries in benchmarking excellence across the region’s most creative and effective work.In a historic first, Atiya Zaidi, CEO and Chief Creative Officer of BBDO Pakistan, has been appointed as Jury President for Design and Industr

Mumbai: Spikes Asia, APAC’s most prestigious and sought-after award for creativity and marketing effectiveness, has announced the line-up of Jury Presidents who will oversee the 2026 Awards, to be held in Singapore next March. These industry leaders will guide their Juries in benchmarking excellence across the region’s most creative and effective work.In a historic first, Atiya Zaidi, CEO and Chief Creative Officer of BBDO Pakistan, has been appointed as Jury President for Design and Industr

Mumbai: Nazara Technologies Limited (“Nazara”), a diversified global gaming platform, announced robust financial results for Q2 and H1FY26, reflecting strong performance across mobile gaming, PC/console publishing, and offline interactive entertainment.For H1FY26, Nazara reported revenues of INR 1,025.2 crore, marking an 80.2% year-on-year growth, and EBITDA of INR 109.4 crore, up 118.5% year-on-year. The company’s core gaming EBITDA margin expanded to 23.2%, underlining the strength of it

Search has always been the backbone of digital marketing, but how businesses approach it is rapidly transforming. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has meant one thing (for decades) improving rankings and getting organic traffic. We are now in a moment of change as algorithms, user behavior, and AI-enabled systems become more complicated. At the same time, the landscape itself is radically changing from a traditional SEO mindset to a more comprehensive and scientific discipline called Search Engi

As India’s creator economy continues to evolve into a multi-billion-dollar industry, the need for ethical practices, transparency, and mental well-being has never been greater. Recognising this, the Indian Influencer Governing Council (IIGC) has emerged as a collaborative platform bringing together influencers, brands, agencies, and policymakers to foster a responsible and credible digital ecosystem.Sharing his insights with MediaNews4U on how the Council is setting new benchmarks for influenc

New Delhi: Max Level, a marketing and PR agency built by gamers, has been appointed as the official PR and communications partner for LVL Zero, a first-of-its-kind incubator program spearheaded by ChimeraVC in partnership with MIXI Global Investments and Nazara Technologies.The initiative aims to accelerate the growth of early-stage gaming startups in India through a 100-day structured program combining mentorship, product acceleration, and capital access.LVL Zero offers an equity-free grant poo

Mumbai: Netflix has strengthened its India leadership team with the appointment of Vamsi Murthy as Senior Director and Head of Marketing. Murthy announced his new role on LinkedIn, expressing enthusiasm about leading the streaming giant’s marketing strategy in one of its key global markets. “Thrilled to share that I’ve joined Netflix to lead the Marketing charter in India,” Murthy wrote . “Looking forward to partnering with some of the best creative minds as we shape what’s next. Her

Chennai: San Francisco-based AI-native video infrastructure platform, VideoDB, has announced the acquisition of Devzery, a Chennai-based developer tooling startup specializing in AI-powered regression testing workflows. The acquisition marks VideoDB’s strategic expansion into enhancing developer experience and product reliability, as it scales across video-heavy AI use cases such as surveillance, model training, and real-time media editing.Founded in 2021, Devzery began with a clear insight: f

Mumbai: Nilkamal, in collaboration with The Womb, has unveiled a thought-provoking new brand film that puts the spotlight back on its most iconic product — the humble plastic chair. The AI-generated campaign revisits the brand’s trusted legacy while contextualising it with the ongoing election season, using powerful metaphorical storytelling to showcase Nilkamal as a symbol of strength, stability, and calm.Speaking about the campaign, Parekh, Joint Managing Director at Nilkamal, said, “We

Urban Jungle is a premium luggage and travel accessories brand redefining how India’s modern travellers express themselves on the move. Launched in 2023, the brand brings together bold design, clever functionality, and accessible pricing to create travel companions that are as stylish as they are smart. Designed for a generation that values individuality, spontaneity, and purpose-driven utility, Urban Jungle stands at the intersection of fashion, movement, and modern living.Urban Jungle create

Mumbai: Integrated marketing services provider R K SWAMY Limited reported a strong financial performance for the second quarter and first half of FY26, driven by consistent client retention and growing traction across new service verticals. For the half year ended September 30, 2025 , the company posted consolidated revenue of ₹156.63 crore , up 12.2% from ₹139.63 crore in the corresponding period last year. Profit Before Tax (PBT) rose 27.9% to ₹6.73 crore compared to ₹5.26 crore a year

Mumbai: Publieze Media, a strategic public relations firm known for building impactful narratives and enhancing brand reputation across industries, has announced a partnership with Ewebsoft, a digital marketing agency.Under this collaboration, Publieze Media will serve as the official PR and communications partner for Ewebsoft, helping the agency strengthen its brand presence through strategic storytelling, media relations, and reputation management. In turn, Publieze will leverage Ewebsoft’s

Mumbai: BBDO India’s Chairperson and Chief Creative Officer, Josy Paul, has been appointed as Jury Chair for the Public Relations category at the upcoming 2026 Clio Awards — one of the world’s most prestigious honours celebrating creativity in advertising and communications.The appointment recognises Paul’s long-standing contribution to the advertising industry and his pioneering approach to purpose-driven creativity. The Clio Awards’ 2026 program will bring together over 100 creative

Mumbai: WPP today announced the appointment of Elav Horwitz as its first Chief Innovation Officer, a new leadership role created to strengthen the company’s position in applied AI and to deliver cutting-edge, technology-driven solutions for clients worldwide.In her new role, Elav will be responsible for connecting WPP’s global ecosystem of technology partners with its creative and strategic talent. She will focus on fostering a culture of collaboration and agile innovation to drive applied A

Mumbai: Tara Gaming Limited, the game-first entertainment studio creating India’s first global AAA game The Age of Bhaarat, today announced the appointment of Mukul Deora as Board Director & Transmedia Producer.Deora, producer of the Oscar- and BAFTA-nominated The White Tiger (which topped Netflix charts in over 60 countries) and founder of the award-winning production company Lava Media, brings with him a rich legacy in cross-media storytelling and creative innovation. His appointment strengt

Mumbai: Pitch To Get Rich, India’s first fashion entrepreneurship reality series, has emerged as a breakout global success, streaming in India, the UK, Canada, and Singapore, and ranking among the top titles in the Reality Series category across multiple regions.Conceptualised by Sanjay Nigam, Founder of the Fashion Entrepreneur Fund (FEF), and produced in collaboration with Dharmatic Entertainment, the show marks a significant milestone in India’s entertainment industry — a homegrown real

Chennai: News7 Tamil successfully hosted the prestigious Nalam Awards 2025 at Radisson Blu, Chennai, celebrating excellence and dedication in the field of healthcare. The event recognized doctors, hospitals, and healthcare professionals who have made outstanding contributions to society through their service, innovation, and compassion.The awards ceremony was graced by Honourable Health Minister Dr. Ma. Subramanian as the Chief Guest, along with distinguished guests Dr. Radhakrishnan IAS, Princi

Mumbai: The Tennis Premier League (TPL) powered by Clear Premium Water is set to bring high-octane tennis action to fans across India as Sony Sports Network comes onboard as the official television broadcast partner for Season 7.The much-awaited season will air live from December 9 to 14, 2025, on Sony Sports Ten 5 and Sony Sports Ten 5 HD channels, directly from the Gujarat University Tennis Stadium, Ahmedabad.Marking a landmark year for the league, TPL Season 7 will see Top 50 ranked internati

Mumbai: In a landmark collaboration at the intersection of travel, technology, and creator-led innovation, Bruised Passports, one of India’s most loved travel brands, has partnered with Collective Artists Network, the country’s leading powerhouse for creator-driven enterprises, to launch the Bruised Passports App — a next-generation platform designed to redefine the way people explore the world.For over a decade, Savi Munjal and Vidit Taneja, the husband-wife duo behind Bruised Passports,

Mumbai: Absolute Sports Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Nazara Technologies Limited and the parent company of Sportskeeda and Pro Football Network, has announced its foray into the fast-growing global sport of pickleball through the acquisition of the Mumbai franchise in the inaugural Indian Pickleball League (IPBL).The franchise rights agreement has been executed with PWR Indian League and Tour Private Limited, organizers of the league and strategically backed by The Times Group, one of India’s la

Gurugram: In a landmark move that reimagines the future of social gaming in India, Zupee, the country’s leading skill-based gaming and entertainment platform, has announced its transition to a completely free-to-play model. The shift, aligned with evolving regulatory developments, cements Zupee’s leadership in making digital gaming more inclusive and accessible to all.With a thriving base of over 200 million registered users, Zupee’s free-to-play format underscores its commitment to bringi

Mumbai: After conquering the pitch as a cricketer, commentator, and coach, Dinesh Karthik is stepping into a role he clearly wasn’t coached for — that of an actor.In CARS24’s latest ad film, what was meant to be a straightforward shoot takes a hilariously unexpected turn when DK goes full method actor mode. The result? A wildly off-script performance that left the entire crew, and now the internet, completely stumped.The campaign captures CARS24’s trademark wit and humor, seamlessly blen

Mumbai: Global Sports Pickleball (GSPB), India’s leading force in the rapidly growing sport of pickleball, has announced a powerful multi-platform media partnership with The Times of India, Free Press Journal, and Red FM. The collaboration aims to amplify reach, visibility, and fan engagement for the upcoming Global Sports Pickleball League & Grand Slam, scheduled from 16th to 23rd December 2025 at the Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai.As part of this high-impact association: Red FM joins as the

Mumbai: Artificial intelligence continues to reshape the advertising landscape, driving efficiencies across media planning, creative optimization, and audience engagement. However, while adoption is accelerating, confidence is yet to catch up.A new global report by programmatic media partner MiQ, titled The AI Confidence Curve, reveals a 27-point gap between marketers’ AI usage and their confidence in applying it effectively. The study shows that while 72% of marketers plan to expand their use

New Delhi: Oriflame, the Swedish holistic beauty and wellbeing brand, has announced the appointment of Robert Bensoussan as Chairman of Oriflame Holding Limited and Oriflame Investment Holding PLC, effective upon completion of the company’s comprehensive recapitalisation transaction, expected later this year.Robert Bensoussan brings with him extensive experience in scaling and reshaping premium consumer brands globally. He previously served as CEO of Jimmy Choo, where he led its rapid internat

Mumbai: Ledure, one of India’s fastest-growing LED lighting brands, has announced the signing of Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor as its brand ambassador. The collaboration marks a pivotal moment in Ledure’s journey as it expands its national footprint, explores new product categories, and positions itself as a trusted national electrical brand.The partnership underscores Ledure’s vision to build deeper consumer resonance and enhance brand recall in the highly competitive electrical indus

New Delhi: The Indian Beverage Association (IBA), the apex industry body representing non-alcoholic beverage companies across India, has appointed Kaizzen, one of India’s leading integrated communications firms, as its Strategic Communication Partner to drive its public relations, public affairs, and advocacy mandate.Through this collaboration, Kaizzen will lead strategic communication initiatives aimed at strengthening IBA’s voice within India’s public, media, and policy ecosystem. The pa

Mumbai: Django, a full-service marketing and creative agency, has announced a series of internal promotions to key leadership positions, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing homegrown talent and building from within.Having spent over six years shaping brands across industries, Django has worked with more than 250 creative professionals and served 150+ clients during this period. Today, with a team of 85 professionals managing 60 active clients — including ITC, Adani, Parag Foods, TTK Health

New Delhi: HT Media Limited on Tuesday reported a steady performance for the second quarter of FY26, posting a 4% year-on-year (YoY) growth in revenue from operations to ₹499 crore, up from ₹479 crore in the corresponding period last year. The company also managed to narrow its consolidated loss to ₹4.3 crore from ₹6.3 crore in Q2 FY25, signalling an improvement in operational efficiency.The publishing major’s print business remained the key growth driver, contributing ₹358 crore to

Singapore: A new report by CARMA, BYD vs the World: A Media Intelligence Perspective on a Rising Superbrand, reveals that 65% of global media coverage positioned BYD as a market leader in 2025. The study provides an in-depth analysis of how international media and social storytelling have shaped BYD’s brand reputation between 1 January 2024 and 15 August 2025.The findings highlight that 80% of corporate and financial stories were positive, with analysts praising BYD’s strategic partnerships

In a fresh legal tussle between two digital economy players, the New Delhi bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has issued a notice to online gaming platform WinZO following an insolvency plea filed by fintech giant Paytm over alleged non-payment of dues amounting to ₹3.6 crore.A two-member bench comprising Justice Jyotsna Sharma (Judicial Member) and Anu Jagmohan Singh (Technical Member) has directed WinZO to file its response within two weeks, while listing the matter for next h

Mumbai: Prime Video has achieved a major global milestone, announcing that its ad-supported tier now reaches more than 315 million average monthly viewers worldwide, up from 200 million reported in April 2024. The announcement was made at Amazon’s annual flagship event, highlighting the platform’s rapid growth and strengthening position as a leading destination for advertisers.The figure represents an unduplicated monthly active ad-supported audience across Prime Video Originals, licensed se

Mumbai: Yellow Fertility, an affordable fertility centre, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Dr. Reji M Pillai as Chief Operating Officer (COO). A transformational healthcare leader with over two decades of cross-functional experience, Dr. Reji brings extensive expertise in scaling healthcare operations and delivering measurable business outcomes across India and international markets.With a proven record of driving operational excellence across 100+ healthcare faciliti

Mumbai: Reliance General Insurance (RGI), a private general insurance company, has unveiled a new digital film featuring the popular duo Sharmaji and Vermaji, who return with their trademark humour to deliver an important message on smarter savings through long-term motor insurance.The film highlights how customers can enjoy long-term peace of mind with Reliance General Insurance’s Two-Wheeler Package Policy (5 Years) and Private Car Package Policy (3 Years) — eliminating the hassle of annua

MUMBAI: Choice Equity Broking, the broking vertical of Choice International has launched its latest campaign — ‘Investment Mein No Confusion.’ The aim is to make investing simpler, quicker, and free of confusion for everyone.Even today, investors struggle with confusion, overthinking, and too many “What if?” scenarios. The campaign highlights how everyday decision-making can turn into a time-draining loop and how the same confusion often delays financial progress.The campaign centres a

MUMBAI: QNET, a direct selling company has launched a new digital campaign titled ‘Sweet Without Guilt?’ to mark World Diabetes Day 2025. The initiative aims to raise awareness about diabetes management and promote informed lifestyle choices that align with QNET’s broader wellness philosophy.Through the theme #ManageDiabetesWithQNET, the campaign aims to break common myths surrounding diabetic diets and emphasises moderation, balance, and natural wellness. The 30-second digital film showca

MUMBAI: At a time when technology dominates every aspect of life, the Raintree Foundation has launched a unique campaign, “I Am Not a Robot,” to remind people that saving the planet needs heart — not just machines.The campaign urges individuals and communities to reconnect with nature and act consciously for the planet. It turns the familiar CAPTCHA phrase into a statement of purpose — “I am human. I act for the planet.”Raintree Foundation explains that it has been working across Mah

New Delhi : TV Today Network Limited reported a net loss of Rs 2.04 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2 FY26), reversing from a profit of Rs 7.32 crore in the previous quarter and Rs 8.35 crore in the year-ago period. The company’s performance was impacted by lower advertising revenues and higher exceptional costs. Revenue from operations for the quarter stood at Rs 187.55 crore , down 5.5% sequentially from Rs 198.44 crore in Q1 FY26 and 9.3% lower year-on-year from Rs 206.77 c

Mumbai: WPP has announced the inauguration of its first campus in Brazil, located in the vibrant Vila Leopoldina neighbourhood of So Paulo. The new campus will bring together approximately 4,000 people from across 21 WPP agencies, including Ogilvy, VML, Fbiz, Grey, and Burson, in a space purpose-built to foster collaboration, creativity, and innovation.Spanning 39,000 m within a 57,000 m complex, the WPP So Paulo Campus has been designed as a landmark for creative convergence and community integ

Mumbai: WPP has announced the inauguration of its first campus in Brazil, located in the vibrant Vila Leopoldina neighbourhood of So Paulo. The new campus will bring together approximately 4,000 people from across 21 WPP agencies, including Ogilvy, VML, Fbiz, Grey, and Burson, in a space purpose-built to foster collaboration, creativity, and innovation.Spanning 39,000 m within a 57,000 m complex, the WPP So Paulo Campus has been designed as a landmark for creative convergence and community integ

CloudTV says that it is India's first TV Operating System (OS) developed by Mumbai-based software company, CloudWalker Streaming Technologies. As India’s first and only provider, CloudTV OS brings all the features available in high-end TV brands to the affordable TV segment in India. A smart TV powered by CloudTV offers a wide range of content, and applications along with voice assistance designed to cater to users of all types, whether they are seasoned Smart TV owners in metro cities or firs

New Delhi: RG Hospitals has announced the launch of its new campaign series on All-Round Women Wellness, featuring acclaimed actress Neena Gupta, as part of its flagship #SheMatters initiative. The campaign focuses on holistic women’s health, addressing crucial yet under-discussed areas such as gynecology, female urology, and breast health.Through this campaign, RG Hospitals aims to empower women by raising awareness, breaking stigma around sensitive health issues, and providing access to expe

Mumbai: upGrad, an integrated skilling and lifelong learning major, has announced the appointment of Deepesh Dhakad as its Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO), effective October 2025.In his new role, Dhakad will oversee upGrad’s end-to-end product, design, and technology ecosystem across both learner and enterprise verticals, driving innovation, scalability, and a world-class global user experience.A seasoned product and technology leader, Deepesh brings nearly two decades of experienc

Asian Footwears, a homegrown footwear brand, looked to make a festive splash with a new campaign featuring its brand ambassador and cricketing icon M.S. Dhoni (MSD). The campaign positioned Asian as the go-to brand for consumers chasing not just goals, but also style.Coinciding with the festive season, recently, MSD had launched Asian Footwears’ all-new signature and premium sneaker collection, designed to combine high fashion, unbeatable comfort, and long-lasting durability. The line-up inclu

Mumbai: Kabuni, a UK-based AI and sports technology pioneer, has officially launched its operations in India with a bold mission — to make professional-level cricket coaching accessible to every player through its cutting-edge sport tech platform and device.Kabuni leverages artificial intelligence and large language model technology that learns directly from the game itself, drawing on decades of cricket data, player movements, and coaching insights. The platform delivers personalised, data-dr

New Delhi: Network18 production Sounds of Kumbha has been nominated for the 68th Grammy Awards in the Best Global Music Album category. The album is commissioned as a cultural initiative by the Government of Uttar Pradesh and is globally distributed by Universal Music India.Recorded across continents, the 12-track project, featuring over 50 artists from India and abroad, aims to capture the spirit of the Mahakumbha, the mega religious gathering in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj that drew over 600 mil

Mumbai: JioHotstar is set to exclusively livestream the grand premiere event of SS Rajamouli’s much-awaited action-adventure Globetrotter on Saturday, 15th November, starting at 7:00 pm. In a first-of-its-kind digital launch, the event promises to be an unforgettable cinematic celebration featuring electrifying performances and the global debut of the film’s teaser.The mega launch will take place at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad, where over 50,000 attendees are expected to witness the spectacl

Mumbai: The Advertising Standards Council of India’s (ASCI’s) Half-Yearly Complaints Report (2025–26) shows that digital media continue to dominate advertising violations, accounting for 97% of the total.Between April and September 2025, ASCI reviewed 6,841 complaints and investigated 6,117 advertisements. Of these, 98% required modification. There was a sharp 70% rise in complaints and a 102% surge in ads processed over the same period last year – the outcome of ASCI’s intensified sur

Mumbai: Honasa Consumer Limited, a personal care company, has announced its entry into the prestige skincare segment with the launch of Luminve, a science-led skincare brand designed specifically for night-time use. Debuting exclusively on Nykaa, Luminve is built around the biology of the skin’s natural nocturnal repair cycle and circadian rhythm, introducing a night-first approach to skincare with formulations that enhance absorption, recovery, and renewal.Recognizing that the skin functions

Gurgaon: Hybrid, the global programmatic advertising platform, marked a key milestone this week as its founders — Dmitry Cheklov, Sergey Kovalev, and Vladimir Khudyakov — visited India to commemorate five years of sustained growth and innovation. Hosted at Hybrid’s Gurgaon office, the visit underscored the company’s long-term commitment to India’s rapidly evolving programmatic ecosystem and its expanding base of brand and agency partners.Focusing on the company’s achievements and lea

MUMBAI: PwC India has announced two leadership appointments to accelerate its growth in the Technology-Media-Telecom (TMT) sector. Navnit Nakra joins as Partner and Leader – Technology Sector, and Rajesh Sethi joins as Partner and Leader – Media, Sports and Entertainment. Together, they will look to drive PwC India’s strategic direction, deepen client engagement, and shape differentiated solutions across the fast-evolving TMT landscape.Nakra brings over two decades of experience across con

Mumbai: Hoopr, a music licensing platform, has announced the appointment of Deborah Smith as Head of International Licensing & Sync, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global growth journey.Based in the UK, Deborah will spearhead Hoopr’s international expansion efforts—driving strategic partnerships with global labels, strengthening cross-border sync opportunities, and building a world-class catalogue that bridges Indian and international music markets. The move reinforces Ho

MUMBAI: WARC has unveiled The Marketer's Toolkit 2026, revealing five critical trends set to disrupt global marketing practices and reshape brand strategies in the year ahead. From the vanishing middle market and the creator investment gamble to the great escape, AI-driven zero-click journeys and shifting consumer milestones, the report provides marketers with essential insights to transform these disruptions into opportunities for growth.The trend identification for the report, now in its 15th

Mumbai: CNBC-TV18, India’s leading English business news channel, hosted the 2nd edition of its flagship event, the Global Leadership Summit, on November 7, 2025, at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Bringing together policymakers, corporate leaders, economists, technologists, founders, cultural figures, and global business decision-makers for a full day of conversations on the theme “The India Advantage”, the country's unmatched potential in a shifting global order.Through a series

Bengaluru: Table Space, an enterprise-managed workspace solution provider, has announced the appointment of Ravindra Sandeep as Senior Executive Director – Sales and Business Development. In this role, Sandeep will lead Sales for the Bengaluru region, focusing on driving growth, strengthening client relationships, and advancing Table Space’s presence in one of its most strategic markets.With over 22 years of experience in corporate real estate, Sandeep brings extensive expertise in commercia

Mumbai: MY FM, the leading radio station in Ahmedabad, has reaffirmed its position as the city’s top choice for listeners, emerging as Ahmedabad’s No. 1 Radio Station in the latest Car Track Survey conducted by the global market research agency Toluna India.The survey, conducted in October 2025, captured real-time FM listening behavior at key traffic points across Ahmedabad, offering an authentic snapshot of audience preferences among daily commuters.[caption id=attachment_2480236 align=alig

Mumbai: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has announced the launch of the CII Global M&E Investor Meet at the 12th annual CII BIG Picture Summit, scheduled to be held on December 1–2, 2025, in Mumbai. Organized in collaboration with WAVES Bazaar, the initiative aims to unlock the full potential of India’s Media & Entertainment (M&E) sector by connecting investors with innovative companies driving the next phase of growth.CII has also announced Elara Capital as the Investment Partner

Mumbai: OPO Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd., a fastest-growing hospitality brand, has announced the appointment of Mr. Sandeep Basu as its Chief Executive Officer. With over 28 years of leadership experience across some of the most respected hotel chains in the country, Basu brings deep industry expertise, strategic foresight, and a strong focus on operational excellence to his new role.As CEO, Sandeep Basu will spearhead OPO Hotels & Resorts’ next phase of growth, driving its expansion across Indi

Bengaluru: Simple Energy, a Bengaluru-based automotive company, has announced the appointments of Jitin Johnson as Head of Marketing and Kevin Thomas as Head of Brand, as part of its efforts to strengthen its nationwide growth strategy. In line with this, the company has also expanded its marketing team to over 40 professionals to drive the next phase of brand and business expansion.This strategic move underscores Simple Energy’s commitment to accelerating its pan-India footprint, with plans t

Mumbai: In a major breakthrough against digital piracy, JioStar’s proactive efforts have resulted in decisive action against Rolex TV, an illegal IPTV application unlawfully distributing premium content across India. Acting swiftly on JioStar’s complaint, law enforcement authorities in Annamayya District, Andhra Pradesh, successfully dismantled the piracy operation and shut down the app, reinforcing India’s growing zero-tolerance approach toward digital piracy.The crackdown was driven by t

New Delhi: In a bold move to redefine India’s creator economy, marketing veterans Amit Dhawan and Sanya Bajaj have announced the launch of Crack’d, a next-generation influencer marketing and UGC-at-scale agency built to make the ecosystem more authentic, transparent, and performance-driven.Crack’d is part of The Nuural Network, an emerging collective of ventures founded by Amit Dhawan that operates at the intersection of creativity, AI, and strategy. The agency is designed to help brands b

Bengaluru: Herbalife, a global health and wellness company, community, and platform, has reaffirmed its position as the Official Nutrition Partner for the fifth edition of IRONMAN 70.3 GOA, INDIA, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to sports, endurance, and holistic wellness.As nearly 1,300 triathletes from 31 nations competed in the event’s rigorous swim, bike, and run challenges, Herbalife’s continued association highlighted its mission to help athletes and communities achieve peak p

Bengaluru: Marmeto, a commerce transformation company empowering some of the biggest enterprise brands, is proud to announce the appointment of Anshuman Jain as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). A trusted name in the eCommerce ecosystem and India’s first Shopify Premier Partner, Marmeto continues to push the boundaries of transformative commerce experiences.With over 15 years of experience in SaaS and eCommerce, Anshuman has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s digital commerce landsc

MUMBAI: DTH service provider Dish TV has collaborated with Amazon Prime to bring Prime Lite benefits to its customers, underscoring its commitment to innovation, convenience, and customer value. This association spans Dish Group’s entire ecosystem — DTH services, Watcho streaming platform, VZY Smart TVs, and extensive ISP partner network, under which eligible Dish customers will have seamless access to Prime Video’s premium entertainment library of award-winning Indian and international Or

New Delhi: As the country awaits the much-anticipated results of the Bihar Assembly Elections, News18 India, India’s No.1 Hindi news channel, has lined up special Mega Exit Poll programming on November 11 from 5 PM onwards, following the completion of both phases of polling. This will be followed by comprehensive Counting Day coverage on November 14, 2025.The Mega Exit Poll special programming will analyse data surveyed by Pvalue Analytics to project the likely outcome of the Bihar Assembly El

Mumbai: This week, Parachute, brought the essence of Indian heritage to one of the world’s most iconic global destinations — Times Square, New York.As festive lights illuminated the New York skyline, drawing thousands from the South Asian diaspora and beyond, Parachute stood tall as a symbol of purity, authenticity, and trust. The brand’s presence in Times Square marked a proud milestone — one that celebrated India’s rich traditions and Parachute’s enduring legacy of care.Representin

Mumbai: FCB Ulka, part of FCB India, has announced the appointment of Manisha Sain as its National Planning Director, further strengthening the agency’s strategic leadership and commitment to insight-driven creativity.A planner with the soul of a researcher, Manisha brings over 15 years of experience in uncovering deep human insights and transforming them into brand strategies that balance emotional resonance with measurable impact. Throughout her career, she has shaped some of the most distin

Mumbai: ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the super-premium and luxury spirits subsidiary of Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), has announced the launch of its homegrown RANGEELA Contemporary Indian Vodka.Conceptualized by cultural catalyst Ranveer Singh, who also serves as the Co-Founder and Creative Partner at ABD Maestro, RANGEELA is a bold, expressive, and vibrant new entrant in India’s fast-evolving spirits landscape. The brand embodies Singh’s vision to create a spirit that mirrors Ind

Asian Footwears, a homegrown footwear brand, looked to make a festive splash with a new campaign featuring its brand ambassador and cricketing icon M.S. Dhoni (MSD). The campaign positioned Asian as the go-to brand for consumers chasing not just goals, but also style.Coinciding with the festive season, recently, MSD had launched Asian Footwears’ all-new signature and premium sneaker collection, designed to combine high fashion, unbeatable comfort, and long-lasting durability. The line-up inclu

London: YouGov, a global leader in data and analytics, has announced the appointment of Michelle Gelman as Chief Data Officer, a newly created and strategic leadership role aimed at accelerating the company’s growth and innovation initiatives.In this capacity, Gelman will lead the development of YouGov’s data portfolio, overseeing the design, collection, and analysis of its extensive proprietary longitudinal data set to ensure its quality, consistency, and strategic value across the organiza