Mumbai: NDTV has named Akhil Gupta as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Gupta announced his new role through a post on LinkedIn, marking a significant leadership addition to the Adani Group-owned media network.Announcing the development on his LinkedIn handle, Akhil shared, “I am happy to share that I am starting a new position as Chief Financial Officer at NDTV! Dreams do not just inspire they demand action. Today, I am honoured to share that I have been appointed Chief Financial Officer

Mumbai: Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds, India’s no.1 lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has announced a major expansion into in-house diamond growing and manufacturing capabilities, alongside a INR 250 crore fundraise to accelerate its next phase of growth. The move establishes Limelight as India’s first fully integrated lab-grown diamond (LGD) brand and reinforces its leadership in responsible luxury, with a target of 200 stores by 2027.The vertical integration marks a significant milestone i

Mumbai: Capri Sports-owned UP Warriorz has announced L’Oral Professionnel as its Title Sponsor for the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) Season 4, marking a strategic partnership rooted in confidence, expertise and women-first excellence.The association brings together UP Warriorz’s strong focus on empowering women in sport with L’Oral Professionnel’s legacy of professional beauty, innovation and performance. More than a logo-led sponsorship, the partnership will unfold through cur

Mumbai: HistoryTV18 is back with a brand-new season of its popular digital-first food and travel series, #RoadTrippinWithRocky, as celebrity chef Rocky Singh hits the roads of the National Capital Region (NCR). Airing across HistoryTV18’s and Rocky’s social media platforms from December 27 to December 30, the new season captures Rocky’s winter road trip through Noida, Faridabad, Gurugram and Delhi, uncovering iconic eateries and local favourites along the way.The journey begins in Noida wi

Mumbai: Khimji Jewellers has appointed Rajat Verma as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), strengthening the brand’s leadership team as it accelerates growth and retail expansion across India. In his new role, Verma will lead the company’s marketing function, overseeing brand strategy, marketing execution, and consumer-focused initiatives across Khimji Jewellers’ portfolio.As part of the senior leadership team, Verma will play a key role in aligning marketing efforts with overall busines

Mumbai: Leo Burnett India has elevated Abhimanyu Khedkar as Managing Director & Head of Office – Mumbai. He was previously serving as Managing Partner at the agency and has been associated with Leo Burnett since 2016.Announcing his new role on LinkedIn, Abhimanyu shared, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Managing Director & Head of Office, Mumbai at Leo Burnett!” In his expanded leadership role, Abhimanyu will be responsible for driving the agency’s growth agend

New Delhi: Beatit Entertainment, a sports and event management company, has announced two significant mandates that further strengthen its presence in India’s cricket and live entertainment ecosystem. The company has been appointed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to manage match entertainment for the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 and the IPL Playoff match in New Chandigarh, while also being named the venue operations and entertainment management partner for the Himach

Bengaluru: Bengaluru-based D2C nutrition brand Supply6 has onboarded actor and entrepreneur Kriti Sanon as its brand ambassador and investor, marking a strategic partnership rooted in authenticity and shared belief rather than a conventional celebrity endorsement.The association reflects Supply6’s consumer-first approach to nutrition, which prioritises consistency, practicality and everyday habits over extreme fitness or fad-driven narratives. Kriti’s relationship with the brand began organi

Mumbai: Add Media Buzz, an integrated digital and creative agency, has secured the digital media mandate for Turno EV, a key player in India’s electric three-wheeler financing and adoption ecosystem.The win comes at a significant milestone for Add Media Buzz, which recently completed six years in the industry and has entered its seventh year with a strengthened portfolio, expanded service offerings, and multiple high-impact client wins across digital strategy, content, and creative solutions.U

New Delhi: The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has announced the continuation of PKSV Sagar, President, GMR Sports, as Chairperson of its Sports Committee for another term. Sanjay Adesara, Chief Business Officer, Adani Sportsline, will continue as Co-Chairperson, while Neha Mathur Rastogi, Founder, WordsWork Communications, will remain Secretary of the committee and Convenor of TURF, FICCI’s flagship annual sports conclave.The reappointment of PKSV Sagar reflects

Mumbai: Sony SAB, a Hindi general entertainment channels, is set to bring the globally celebrated Italian medical drama DOC – Nelle Tue Mani to Indian television with its official adaptation titled Hui Gumm Yaadein - Ek Doctor, Do Zindagiyaan. Widely praised for its emotionally rich storytelling centred on compassion, resilience and the human spirit, DOC has been adapted in more than five countries and has earned international acclaim.Staying true to the emotional core of the original, Hui Gum

Mumbai: Hindustan National Glass & Industries Limited (HNGIL), India’s largest container glass manufacturer, has announced the appointment of Rakesh Mehta as Chief Operating Officer (COO) – North, effective immediately. The appointment comes in the wake of HNGIL’s acquisition by Independent Sugar Corporation Limited (INSCO), part of the Uganda-based Madhvani Group, completed in September 2025.The leadership move aligns with HNGIL’s post-acquisition strategy to strengthen operational exce

Mumbai: As Anaconda gears up for its theatrical release this Christmas, Sony Pictures Entertainment India has rolled out a nationwide immersive marketing campaign that brings the film’s untamed energy beyond the screen and into urban India. Starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black and directed by Tom Gormican, the creature-comedy thriller reimagines the cult classic with a bold, high-energy treatment, blending thrills with sharp humour for a new generation of audiences.Designed to spark curiosity and

Mumbai: Feeding India, a not-for-profit organisation, has launched a moving new film celebrating the power of a fulfilling meal and the collective impact of everyday generosity. The campaign highlights how the Zomato and Blinkit user community has enabled nutritious meals for over 140,000 underprivileged children across India every single day, turning micro-donations into meaningful, large-scale change.Anchored by a heartwarming, multi-lingual film, the campaign brings to life the simple joy of

Abu Dhabi: Madison Turnt, the experiential marketing arm of Madison World, successfully delivered the end-to-end execution of the IPL Auction 2026 at the iconic Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, further strengthening its credentials in sports-led experiential marketing.From creative design and venue transformation to on-ground execution and technical management, Madison Turnt managed every aspect of the high-profile event. Operating in one of the most critical moments in global sport, the team ensured

Bengaluru: Zee Power has been winning strong appreciation from viewers for its compelling mix of engaging fiction and relatable non-fiction programming. One of the channel’s most popular reality shows, Halli Power, hosted by Akul Balaji, is now set to culminate with a grand finale. The much-awaited finale episodes will air on Zee Power on December 27 and 28, from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, as audiences tune in to witness who will be crowned the winner of Season 1.Halli Power stands out for its disti

Bengaluru: CloudSEK, a Predictive Cyber Intelligence platform, has announced the appointment of Tanuja Padwal as Assistant Vice President (AVP) – Marketing. In her new role, Tanuja will spearhead CloudSEK’s global marketing strategy, focusing on brand building, demand generation and strengthening the company’s positioning as a trusted authority in cyber threat intelligence across international markets.Tanuja brings over 16 years of global B2B marketing experience spanning cybersecurity, Sa

New Delhi: Marking the start of 2026 with a renewed focus on conscious and sustainable living, Organic Tattva, one of India’s leading organic food brands, has launched its 2026 Resolution Campaign, urging consumers nationwide to pledge to organic, pesticide-free food. The campaign is led by globally acclaimed chef, humanitarian and clean-eating advocate Vikas Khanna, underscoring the brand’s commitment to making organic food a long-term way of life rather than a fleeting trend.Positioned as

Bengaluru: In a significant relief for the media, the Karnataka High Court has put on hold criminal defamation proceedings filed against Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd, its journalists, and news anchors, over a television bulletin that flagged audit observations and alleged financial irregularities at Karnataka Electronics Development Corporation Ltd (KEONICS).The interim order came while the court considered a challenge by the news broadcaster and its editorial staff to a criminal complaint lodge

Chenni: Zee Tamil has strengthened its premium Tamil entertainment slate by acquiring the satellite television rights of Jana Nayagan, the highly anticipated action thriller starring Vijay. The acquisition is further amplified by Zee’s exclusive broadcast of the film’s grand audio launch, positioning the network at the centre of what is being described as one of the most emotionally significant events in recent Tamil cinema.The Jana Nayagan Audio Launch, staged as a large-scale international

Bengaluru: Infosys has elevated Kisha Gupta to the position of Global Head of Brand, marking a significant leadership move within the IT services major’s global marketing and brand stewardship function. Gupta previously served as Associate Vice President at the company and announced the development through a LinkedIn post.Gupta has been with Infosys since 2012, when she joined as Relationship Manager – Global Academic Relations. Over the past decade, she has steadily taken on broader respons

2025 has been a busy year for The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI). Advertising regulation in India had to navigate the rapid evolution of AI-driven marketing and increasingly complex digital ecosystems. ASCI has responded by significantly strengthening monitoring systems and oversight mechanisms to keep pace with these changes. It has focussed on expanding partnerships with digital platforms, enhanced AI-powered ad scanning capabilities and processed record volumes of complaints wh

Mumbai: The Greater Chennai Corporation is gearing up for a significant non-tax revenue expansion, with plans to generate nearly ₹75 crore annually by monetising outdoor advertising assets across the city starting January 2026.As part of the initiative, the civic body has floated tenders valued at ₹73 crore, inviting private advertising agencies to design, install and manage display units at thousands of public locations. The project, officials said, marks a shift away from traditional banne

Mumbai: As year-end celebrations gather momentum across India, the Indian Performing Right Society (IPRS) has stepped up enforcement to ensure music creators’ rights are respected during Christmas and New Year events. IPRS, India’s only registered copyright society for composers, lyricists and music publishers, has initiated legal action against multiple hospitality entities for failing to obtain mandatory music licences.In Bengaluru, IPRS moved the court against V&RO Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.,

ChanaJor is an Indian OTT platform focused on original, youth-driven storytelling. The platform was built with a simple belief—that engaging stories don’t need to be loud or overproduced to connect with audiences. What matters is honesty, relatability, and a clear point of view.The idea for ChanaJor came from noticing a gap in the market. Big OTT platforms were chasing scale and spectacle, while short-form platforms were focused on speed and virality. There was very little space for short-to

Mumbai: Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Ankur Shrivastava as Associate Vice President, a move aimed at sharpening the network’s revenue strategy in key regional markets.In his new role, Shrivastava will oversee revenue planning and execution for the South region across Hindi general entertainment channels (GECs). His mandate includes driving advertising sales, expanding the deal pipeline, and unlocking monetisation opportunities

Mumbai: VIP Industries Limited has named Sameer Wanchoo as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Wanchoo joins VIP Industries after a successful stint of over seven years at Eureka Forbes Ltd., where he most recently served as Chief Marketing Officer and played a key role in driving brand transformation and growth across categories.Announcing his new role on LinkedIn, Wanchoo shared, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as CMO at VIP Industries Limited!”With more than tw

Mumbai: VIP Industries Limited has named Sameer Wanchoo as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Wanchoo joins VIP Industries after a successful stint of over seven years at Eureka Forbes Ltd., where he most recently served as Chief Marketing Officer and played a key role in driving brand transformation and growth across categories.Announcing his new role on LinkedIn, Wanchoo shared, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as CMO at VIP Industries Limited!”With more than tw

New Delhi: JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., a tyre manufacturer, has announced the successful completion of the merger of Cavendish Industries Ltd. (Cavendish), its subsidiary, with JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., marking a key milestone in the company’s growth and consolidation strategy.JK Tyre acquired Cavendish from Kesoram Industries Ltd. in 2016, at a time when the business was operating at nearly 30% of its installed capacity. Cavendish had manufacturing capabilities across truck and bus radial tyr

Mumbai: In a historic first for the city’s broadcast industry, Mumbai’s leading radio stations came together for a landmark multi-station simulcast, uniting the city’s airwaves to support a humane and inclusive vision for Dharavi’s transformation. The citywide campaign, led by Adani, marked an unprecedented moment of collaboration as competing broadcasters set aside rivalry to amplify a shared message of dignity, progress and collective responsibility.For two impactful hours, from 8:30 a

Chennai: Reinforcing Chennai’s position as a fast-growing hub for film production, live events and creative industries, the VELS Group formally inaugurated VELS Film City, the only fully integrated film city in Tamil Nadu, alongside the VELS Trade & Convention Centre. The landmark facility was inaugurated by Thiru Thangam Thennarasu, Minister for Finance and Human Resources Management, Government of Tamil Nadu, and Padma Bhushan Kamal Haasan, with the event presided over by Dr. Ishari K. Ganes

Bangalore: Renowned Japanese percussion ensemble DRUM TAO, brand ambassador for Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), has successfully concluded its extensive India tour, delivering powerful performances that blended rhythm, energy and cultural expression across the country.The tour began with a vibrant showcase at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong and the Hornbill Music Festival in Kohima, before travelling through multiple cities including Vijayawada, Chennai, Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata, Guwahati, V

Mumbai: This Christmas, brands across categories—from food and home to media, finance, travel and gifting—are reimagining festive storytelling through ideas that feel rooted in everyday Indian realities. Moving beyond snowflakes and spectacle, these campaigns tap into themes of warmth, humour, inclusivity, and emotional connection, reflecting how the season is celebrated in urban homes, workplaces, and communities today. Whether it’s reinterpreting traditions, spotlighting kindness, blendi

Mumbai: As carols, cheer and celebration fill the air, IGP, a global D2C multi-category gifting platform, has unveiled its Christmas campaign, ‘Tis the Season of Gifting’, an idea anchored in the emotions, intentions and shared moments that define December. The campaign positions gifting not merely as an exchange of products, but as a meaningful act that acknowledges relationships, strengthens bonds and creates memories that last beyond the festive season. It shapes IGP’s Christmas presenc

Mumbai: Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP (Deloitte India) has announced the expansion of its strategic partnership with Google Cloud, under which Deloitte will serve as a Premier Partner, reseller, and Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) for Google Cloud in India. The collaboration is aimed at helping Indian enterprises and public sector organisations strengthen cyber resilience by combining Deloitte’s global cybersecurity advisory expertise with Google Cloud’s AI-driven security oper

Mumbai: Global sportswear brand New Balance has announced actor and style icon Janhvi Kapoor as its first Indian brand ambassador, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion strategy in one of its fastest-growing markets.The association underscores New Balance’s focus on blending performance with personality, while celebrating individuality and cultural impact within India’s evolving fashion and fitness landscape. The move reinforces the brand’s commitment to building deepe

Mumbai: Antara Senior Care, a fully integrated senior care ecosystem, has unveiled a new national awareness campaign titled ‘Love Means Expert Senior Care’, in association with acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer, actor, and inclusion champion Sudha Chandran. The campaign seeks to challenge deep-rooted cultural guilt and social judgement that often prevent Indian families from choosing professionally managed care homes for their ageing parents, even when the need is evident.Rolled out as a six-pa

Mumbai: Novatr, a career upskilling platform for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) professionals, has announced the launch of its new campaign, “This Year You Finally Choose You”, aimed at encouraging professionals across the AEC ecosystem to take ownership of their career growth and make 2026 a year of meaningful transformation.The campaign addresses a long-standing challenge within the AEC sector, where professionals often prioritise project deadlines, client expectations,

Mumbai: This Christmas, Sony YAY! is set to delight young viewers and families with the television premiere of Shin chan: The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers in India, airing for the very first time on Indian television on 25 December. The festive telecast promises to turn the holiday break into a joyful celebration for kids across the country.Released in theatres just two months ago, the film now makes its TV debut on Sony YAY!, offering fans another reason to celebrate the season. A major success on th

New Delhi: The People's Armwrestling Federation India (PAFI) founded by Bollywood actress Preeti Jhangiani is proud to announce Ottobock as its inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partner. This landmark association marks a major step forward in PAFI’s mission to mainstream armwrestling and position it as one of India’s most accessible, community-driven, and empowering sports.Representing one of the fastest-growing strength sports in the country, PAFI has been at the forefront of

Mumbai: Wrapping up the year with a lively sense of celebration, Pokmon has brought a wave of excitement to IIT Bombay’s Techfest 2025 currently underway at the IIT Bombay campus in Powai. Transforming the grounds into a vibrant hub of interactive experiences, Pokmon Fiesta is welcoming students and visitors of all ages into a world of playful engagement, technology-led entertainment and larger-than-life moments that continue through 24 December 2025.Day 1 unfolded with high energy and enthusi

New Delhi: One Science Nutrition (OSN), a brand specializing in authentic fitness supplements and sports nutrition, has announced a strategic partnership with India’s youngest action superstar and fitness icon, Tiger Shroff, as its brand ambassador. The collaboration is aimed at inspiring consumers to prioritise genuine, high-quality nutrition as a foundation for an active and healthy lifestyle.Known for his intense dedication to fitness, martial arts, and disciplined training, Tiger Shroff al

Mumbai: This Christmas, Stashfin, a digital lending and financial services platform, has released a light-hearted yet thought-provoking comedic news capsule video that blends festive humour with a message on financial independence. Built around an unusual premise, the video opens with a reporter breaking “developing news” that Santa Claus is missing, sparking intrigue and curiosity.As the narrative unfolds, the mystery of the missing Santa gives way to a larger, more relevant idea—that fin

Mumbai: Green Chutney Films has announced the release of its latest Christmas film in collaboration with JSW MG Motor India, unveiling a visually rich, emotion-led narrative crafted entirely using artificial intelligence. Set against the snowy valleys of Lachung, Sikkim, the film brings alive the magic of Christmas through wonder, warmth, and innovation, positioning the Windsor EV as a central protagonist that reflects JSW MG Motor India’s ethos of humanising advanced technology for sustainabl

New Delhi: ibis and ibis Styles hotels in India have announced the appointment of Arish Mehta as Portfolio Director of Revenue Management, ibis and ibis Styles India, effective December 2025. Based in Delhi, Mehta will lead the revenue management strategy across the ibis and ibis Styles portfolio in the country, with a focus on driving sustainable growth, strengthening commercial performance, and building strong alignment across sales, operations, and digital teams.Mehta brings over 13 years of

Mumbai: Ferrero India Private Limited, part of the global Ferrero Group, has ushered in the year-end party season with a new digital film featuring brand endorser Hrithik Roshan. The campaign celebrates moments of togetherness and indulgence, highlighting how Ferrero Rocher adds an unmistakable golden touch to festive celebrations.The film opens with friends preparing for an intimate year-end soire, set against a backdrop of soft lighting, twinkling dcor, and floral accents as they bid farewell