Stories on 30th December

The Year in the News Media
We conclude our series of yearenders with Contributing Editor Ranjona Banerji taking a look at how good (and bad) 2011 has been for the newswallahs.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-the-year-in-news-media/

Radio Mirchi to enter Abu Dhabi as ENIL ties up with ADMC
Abu Dhabi Media Company (ADMC), a public joint stock company based in UAE, provides media content across various platforms including television, publishing, radio, digital and so on.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/radio-mirchi-to-launch-in-abu-dhabi-as-enil-ties-up-with-admc/

Registered papers in India is 82,237, Hindi & Eng lead in no of print entities
The 55th annual report 'Press in India' also reported that the total circulation of newspapers stood at 32,92,04,841; total number of registered newspapers stood at 82,237 and 4,853 new newspapers were registered during 2010-11.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/registered-publications-show-6-25-per-cent-growth-rni-report/


Ganeshaspeaks forecast 4 media & mrktng pros - Part 2: Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius & Pisces
Presenting the second part of the astrology forecast from Ganeshaspeaks.com for media & marketing pros for the Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces sun signs.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/part-2-of-ganeshaspeaks-forecast-for-media-marketing-pros-libra-scorpio-sagittarius-capricorn-aquarius-pisces/

Featured Yesterday: Kamal Basu to head marketing @ Skoda
After moving out of Saatchi & Saatchi, Kamal Basu will now be working with Skoda as a client.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/kamal-basu-to-join-skoda/

Initiative masterminds global free advertising campaign for charity
Media owners will support bid to raise $1m to help its international charity and education partner, Free the Children to free children from poverty and exploitation.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/initiative-masterminds-global-free-advertising-campaign-for-charity/

Abhijit Sarkar conferred with 'Most Iconic Communication Leader of the Year' award
Mr Sarkar was honoured at Powerbrands Hall of Fame Awards function in London.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/abhijit-sarkar-conferred-with-most-iconic-communication-leader-of-the-year-award/

Mega New Year celebrations on Disney channels
The channels have an exciting line-up of Disney’s best loved, award-winning programs and interactive contests with more than 5000 prizes up for grabs.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mega-new-year-celebrations-on-disney-channels/

Eight new wins for Hanmer MSL India
Hanmer MSL chosen by History, NEO Sports, Biocon, CREDAI Bengaluru, BOC India Limited, HTC Corporation and SBI General Insurance for strategic communications briefs.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hanmer-msl-indias-eight-new-wins-in-pharma-media-sports-technology-insurance-and-real-estate/

The Anchor: 11 noteworthy happenings of 2011
Tuhina Anand on 11 developments in media and advertising that 2011 will be remembered for.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-11-noteworthy-happenings-of-2011/

Anil Thakraney: The trick Anna missed
For Mumbai, which is not a politically active city unlike Delhi, Team Anna needed to think out of the box to get the crowds in.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/anil-thakraney-the-trick-anna-missed/

Stories on 29th December

Astro Forecast 2012 for Media & Marketing Professionals
Other than the overall forecast for the industry in general and each sun sign, there's a focus on Home and Family Life, Love and Social Life, Health and Career and Finance.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/astro-forecast-2012-for-media-marketing-professionals/

LOOKBACK 2011

Middle India on overdrive
A large percentage of the middle class resides in Middle India and the markets benefit from the fact that it is easier to penetrate.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-middle-india-on-overdrive/

Winsome wins
Account wins constantly vie with people movements for maximum watercooler impact. Here are the year’s big ones.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-winsome-wins/

People movements: some surprising, some not-so
Movement is common in the advertising and media industry but there were some which made one’s eyes pop with disbelief.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-people-movements-some-surprising-some-not-so/
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Life OK's gr8 start with 87 GRPs (report + analysis by Stratagem)
Star India's newest progeny opens its ratings account at 87 GRPs. Report + analysis by Stratagem.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/life-oks-gr8-star/

Disney to launch delisting offer for UTV Software on Jan 16
US-based Walt Disney will launch an offer for delisting shares of media and entertainment firm, UTV Software Communications, from Indian bourses on January 16, 2012.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/disney-to-launch-delisting-offer-for-utv-software-on-jan-16/

Chris Thomas: BBDO India's performance has been fantastic
The BBDO chief on the BBDO network, the 'culture vs strategy' formula, and the road map ahead. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/chris-thomas-bbdo-india%E2%80%99s-performance-has-been-fantastic/

The Anchor: 4 striking trends among Hindi music channels
In an industry that knows no boundaries, year 2011 saw four major trends, notes Amar Tidke.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-4-striking-trends-among-hindi-music-channels/

Debrief: Can't see the wood for the ply
The problem here is the treatment, not so much the concept. They could have made stunning commercials on future events. Instead, they have indulged in a wild, immensely off-putting shor sharaba waali party sharty, and in all the din the brand gets lost somewhere.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/debrief-cant-see-the-wood-for-the-ply/


Print exposes Anna's 'barren' truth
Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and the papers, the morning after.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/print-exposes-annas-barren-truth/

Stories on 28th December

As 2012 beckons: Return of hope, yet again
In Part 1 of our yearenders: the slowdown may be a dampner, but there's some reason for cheer as 2011 comes to an end
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/as-2012-beckons-return-of-hope-yet-again/


LOOKBACK 2011

Top TV & Print Spenders
Interestingly, while there would have been a dip in advertising spends in terms of value, advertising volume has in fact increased - and volume growth has been higher for print media.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-top-tv-print-spenders/

The Year for GECs
The tough fight between the channels has definitely benefited the viewer, who gets to see differentiated content now. It is appointment viewing all the way - with viewers happily surfing.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-the-year-for-gecs/

The Year for News TV
Cricket was upstaged by Team Anna when it came to news channels.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-the-year-for-news-tv/

What creative & media agencies won
Media agencies did well either globally or nationally but in the case of creative agencies, most national award winners have done well internationally too.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-what-creative-media-agencies-won/

Filmwallahs dominate endorsements
76 percent endorsements are still done by film stars despite a 10 percent dip over the previous year.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lookback-2011-filmwallahs-dominate-endorsements/

Skoda on lookout for creative partner
Six months after finalising a creative agency, Skoda has again called for a creative pitch, with the account size estimated to be Rs 10 crore.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/skoda-on-lookout-for-creative-partner/

Gouri Dange: Where's the Indian guy?
Indians are rarely seen as part of the script in most sitcoms, romcoms, detective serials, and courtroom or medical dramas, grumbles Gouri Dange.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/naming-no-names-wheres-the-indian-guy/

Micromax strengthens its core team in India
Deepak Mehrotra joins as the new CEO; Khaja Muzaffarullah joins as the Feature phone division head;. Ajay Sharma to lead the smartphone division.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/micromax-strengthens-its-core-team-in-india/

Homeshop18.com and Microsoft join hands
HomeShop18.com users can now browse the website faster through a one-click access system, using Windows 7 and Internet Explorer 9.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/homeshop18-com-and-microsoft-join-hands/

MAX introduces new film slot for movie buffs!
MAX FILM CLUB starts from December 31, every Saturday night after the 8pm movie
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/max-introduces-new-film-slot-for-movie-buffs/

5 reasons why Indian ad talent is doing so well in Asia
Why is desi advertising talent so popular? The argumentativeness of the Indian tops Prashant Kumar’s list.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-indian-advertising-talent-is-doing-well-in-asia/

Anil Thakraney: Rap on the knuckles that leaves no mark
Is pulling off misleading ads enough?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/anil-thakraney-rap-on-the-knuckles-that-leaves-no-mark/

Stories on 27th December

UTV Action gets set for growth
The channel plans to expand viewer base and up market share by 25% in the next three quarters.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/its-action-time-for-utv/

Why MxMIndia isn't bringing you detailed IRS data
MxMIndia's Code of Ethics prevents it from carrying illegally-procured content.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/why-mxmindia-hasnt-dug-into-any-irs-data/

Cheil WW SW Asia pockets Delhi Daredevils
The challenge is to build unique brand loyalty for Delhi Daredevils and make it a powerful fan motivator, says Alok Agrawal, COO Cheil WW SW Asia.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/cheil-ww-sw-asia-pockets-delhi-daredevils/

iBall comes up with its new TVC
iBall, known for its innovative and latest digital life-style products, announces its iball slide TVC and has roped in Hrithik Roshan as brand ambassador.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/iball-comes-up-with-its-new-tvc/

Pay up or face the music, PPL tells major hotels & pubs
New Year events in Delhi may get jeopardized due to issuance of legal notices by PPL to defaulting hotels and pubs for not securing licenses for public performances.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pay-up-or-%E2%80%98face-the-music%E2%80%A6%E2%80%99-ppl-tells-major-hotels-and-pubs/

Newswatch: Vidyadhar Date on the Thackerays and the English media
A good section of the English language media has often gone out of its way to prop up the Shiv Sena, writes Vidyadhar Date.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/newswatch-the-thackerays-and-the-english-media/

Rajalakshmi Institutions official knowledge partner for Aircel Chennai Open 2012
This is the first time that Rajalakshmi Institutions will be partnering Aircel Chennai Open, and it has signed a two-year contract till 2013.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/rajalakshmi-institutions-official-knowledge-partner-for-aircel-chennai-open-2012/

Online artifacts store makes good money
Direct marketing of artifacts can make for a money-making venture.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/online-artifacts-store-makes-good-money/

The Anchor: Suresh Srinivasan on 5 reasons IRS is an effective measurement tool
Suresh Srinivasan believes there is no alternative to the IRS - and it doesn't need one.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-suresh-srinivasan-on-5-reasons-irs-is-an-effective-measurement-tool/

Debrief: Mumbai Mirror TVC connects with Mumbaikars
The idea rides the public anger on the streets of Mumbai, and the script does not shy away from taking up provocative issues.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mumbai-mirror-angry-voice-of-mumbai/

Anna's RSS links and TV's outrage
Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers the morning after.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/annas-rss-links-and-tvs-outrage/

Stories on 26th December

Independents rule adland in 2011
2011 has been a year to make us believe 'the smaller, the better'. Independent agencies have done fairly well in India as the founder generally brings in an ample amount of experience with him while forming the agency.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/2011-the-year-of-independent-agencies/

Small regional brands get modern retail push
This strategy is not only giving smaller brands a pan-India presence, but also helping them reap dividends.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/small-regional-brands-get-modern-retail-push/

Imran Khan to endorse MTS in Rs10 crore deal
The Irresistible Khan will promote MTS through mass media, online and below-the-line promotional activities. He will also be part of Red Energy, a youth-centric online activity for the brand according to an official involved in the deal.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/imran-khan-to-endorse-mts-in-rs10-crore-deal/

The power of Public Relations: Ajay Kakar
So, while PR is about press relations, it is also about influencing the influencer. It's about creating credibility and about credible ways of influencing people to act.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-power-of-public-relations-ajay-kakar/

Ad Strat: TVS Scooty Pep + - Go Babelicious
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia brings for you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ad-strat-tvs-scooty-pep-go-babelicious/

Reviewing the reviews: Don 2 is poor man's Mission Impossible
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/reviewing-the-reviews-don-2-is-poor-mans-mission-impossible/

Thomas Cook India's Centre of Learning tie up with Canadian Tourism Commission
This partnership will focus on conducting specialized agent training workshops on Canada.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/thomas-cook-india%E2%80%99s-centre-of-learning-tie-up-with-canadian-tourism-commission/

The Anchor: Anooj Kapoor's 5 reasons why SAB is a success
SAB's EVP says the second GEC from MSM doesn't exploit the negativism of the joint family system and the focus has always been on positive values.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-anooj-kapoors-5-reasons-why-sab-is-a-success/

Anil Thakraney: An open letter to the PM
The multiple financial scams under the UPA-2 rule have not just tarnished the nation's image, they have made India a highly suspect destination for business.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/anil-thakraney-an-open-letter-to-the-pm/

How HC took the wind out of our channels' sails
Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers the morning after.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/how-hc-took-the-wind-out-of-our-channels-sails/

Stories on 23rd December

Claims, counter-claims rule again
Rival papers make counter-claims as IRS 2011 Q3 findings are out. There’s no need of words. We present tables of the toplines. The growth or degrowth percentages tell the story. Some spectacular successes. Others not so.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/claims-counter-claims-rule-again/

Palasa now creative partners with KG Beverages
Palasa has managed to win the creative mandates for KG Beverages, RESTLESS and BUZZ.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/palasa-now-creative-partners-with-kg-beverages/

India is a long-term play for us: Sukanti Ghosh, APCO
Unless we get PR out of being just press releases into being something a lot more sophisticated and holistic, we will not get the right people feels Sukanti Ghosh, MD, India for APCO.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/india-is-a-long-term-play-for-us/

TRAI issues consultation paper on digital cable
In order facilitate transformation to digital cable system, TRAI identified certain key issues that need to be determined.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/trai-issues-consultation-paper-on-issues-related-to-implementation-of-digital-addressable-cable-tv-systems/

IRS 2011Q3. Digital growth bestest. Cinema, Radio decline
As per the Indian Readership Survey (IRS) 2011 Q3 data, Cable & Satellite (C&S) and Internet are the two sectors which have shown the maximum growth in total reach. Radio, on the other hand, showed negative growth.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/digital-growth-bestest-as-per-irs-2011q3-cinema-radio-decline/

Vserv.mobi appoints Text 100 as its PR partner in India
The company’s offering caters to mobile publishers, app developers across platforms IOS / Android/ WP7 & J2ME.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/vserv-mobi-appoints-text-100-as-its-pr-partner-in-india/

Dance India Dance 3 premieres on December 24 at 8.30 pm
The crowds waiting for a chance to audition proved the show's popularity.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/dance-india-dance-3-premieres-on-december-24-at-8-30-pm/

The Anchor: 5 wishes for Santa to augment Digital growth in the country
Wide acceptance and understanding of the digital medium within the fraternity will lead to better returns. By Sameer Pitalwalla.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-wishes-for-santa-to-augment-digital-growth-in-the-country/

Hard Knocks: Did the flash mob benefit MM?
The question bothering me is the question that I am sure is bothering all brand managers: How did Mumbai Mirror as a brand gain from this event?.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hard-knocks-did-the-flash-mob-benefit-mm/

Freaking News: Enough of Team Anna's high-handed ways
Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers the morning after.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/enough-of-team-annas-high-handed-ways/

Stories on 22nd December

IRS 2011Q3: Dainik Jagran rules yet again
Dainik Jagran is Daily Newspaper #1 and Vanitha is the top-read magazine, as per the Indian Readership Survey for the third quarter of 2011.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/irs-2011q3-dainik-jagran-rules-yet-again/

Prasoon Joshi is Jury Prez of Press Lotus @ Adfest 2012
He was the jury president for Film some years ago at ADFEST and now he will oversee the Press Lotus jury panel.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/prasoon-joshi-adfest%E2%80%99s-jury-president-of-press-lotus/

Taproot India gives voice to the Mumbaikars
The agency has come out with a compelling campaign for Mumbai Mirror which showcases the newspaper on a crusade giving voice to the unheard stories.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/taproot-india-gives-voice-to-the-mumbaikars/

Performance incentives? Try a trip down under for the cricket-crazy
Companies like Logitech offer incentive tours to the cricket-crazy.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/performance-incentives-try-a-trip-down-under-for-the-cricket-crazy/

Nokia leads at 30% of cellphone sales, Samsung at #2
Smartphones shipments touch 7.9 million units in first nine months, growing from 2.3 million in 1Q 2011 to over 3 million in 3Q 2011.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mobile-sales-in-india-touch-nearly-135-million-units/

ATN launches Aapka Colors in Canada
The channel will be distributed through Asian Television Network International Limited (ATN) (TSX-SAT), Canada’s largest South Asian Broadcaster on Rogers Cable in Ontario and on recently launched Bell Fibe TV in Toronto & Montreal.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/atn-launches-aapka-colors-in-canada/

GroupM HR Team frontrunners for 6th Regional Employer Branding Awards
In the Regional Round of Employer Branding Awards for West, GroupM won five of the 10 awards in the Organisational Category.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/groupm-hr-team-frontrunners-for-the-6th-regional-employer-branding-awards/

Polaris India appoints LinOpinion as PR partner
LinOpinion will partner with Polaris to develop the best communications route to assist the brand's foray into the Indian market.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/polaris-india-appoints-linopinion-as-pr-partner/

UTV Action showcases mighty action heroes in 'Christmas Brave Hearts'
This Christmas get ready to witness an action packed line up of films from 25th December to 1st January at 8.45pm everyday.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/utv-action-showcases-mighty-action-heroes-in-%E2%80%98christmas-brave-hearts%E2%80%99/

The Anchor: 5 things that tell you this is the Hour of HR
More people looking for more jobs, more positions demanding more skilled hands. Never before, perhaps, has Human Resources been of such significance.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-things-that-tell-you-this-is-the-hour-of-hr/

Debrief: The one-upmanship trick
The challenge 'Aapke paas nahin hai kya?' makes the owner of the phone feel superior, and this trick should appeal to kids who are forever looking to outwit their seniors, to go one-up on them.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/debrief-the-one-upmanship-trick/

Dharker & Aiyar face the heat for speaking their mind
Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers the morning after.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/dharker-aiyar-face-the-heat-for-speaking-their-mind/

Stories on 21st December

Star's Vijay TV hopes to win big with Tamil KBC, nets superstar Suriya as host
Star India's Vijay TV is looking at its next leap with its biggest property Neengalum Vellalam Oru Kodi or Kaun Banega Crorepati in Tamil, to be hosted by superstar Suriya. In fact, this is touted as the biggest property ever not just for Vijay TV but for the Tamil television industry too.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/vijay-tv-banks-on-kbc-for-growth/

Starcom win Novartis worldwide, Caratlane in India
Starcom win Novartis worldwide, India office unaware if it will also get business. Meanwhile, it has won media biz of Caratlane.com.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/starcom-win-novartis-worldwide-caratlane-in-india/

Online retailer Fetise nets $5mn live on ET Now show
Fetise.com raises $5 million from SeedFund on ET Now's Super Angels.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/online-retailer-fetise-nets-5mn-live-on-et-now-show/

Video Report: Chaining the modem, gagging the router
The capital's symposium on media and new technology eventually found itself discussing freedom of speech and the current bugbear of Indian new media - censorship.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/chaining-the-modem-gagging-the-router/

Newswatch by Madan Sabnavis: In media showbiz, real figures take a backseat
Everybody wants to be a part of the action and the media is the vehicle to fame. Unfortunately there has been a tendency for single numbers to be blown up and the complete picture obfuscated to drive home a point.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/in-media-showbiz-real-figures-take-a-backseat/

Scarecrow Communications bags Pentair water solutions account
The agency will handle all aspects of Pentair’s communication including creative, strategy, design, activation and media.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/scarecrow-communications-bags-pentair-water-solutions-account/

LinkedIn India appoints Hetal Sonpal as Director, Strategic Sales
He has been brought in to identify and build strategic relationships in the marketing and recruitment ecosystems.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/linkedin-india-appoints-hetal-sonpal-as-director-strategic-sales/

timesPoynt now preloaded on Nokia Lumia 710 and Nokia 800
Users can now access local information on the go with the app on Nokia smartphones.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/timespoynt-now-preloaded-on-nokia-lumia-710-and-nokia-800/

Anku Sharma joins Milagrow TabTops as Product Marketing Manager
She will be responsible for ensuring product launches, channel strategy, marketing strategy, technical training and development.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/anku-sharma-joins-milagrow-tabtops-as-product-marketing-manager/

The Anchor: 6 wishes for Santa from the advertising industry
Arvind Sharma's end-of-year wish list for the ad industry - agencies, creatives, clients... oh, and the consumer.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-6-wishes-for-santa-from-the-advertising-industry/

Naming No Names: We don’t need no ad breaks
Gouri Dange on a sub-species of consumer that is completely impervious to advertising ammo.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/naming-no-names-ad-break/

Anil Thakraney: Doesn't SRK get it?
While I can understand the producers wanting to promote  Don 2  - even planting those cheap 3D glasses inside newspapers is okay to a point - Shahrukh must understand that his continuous presence in the media is going to hurt his charisma in the long run. How much of the star can we take?.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hard-knocks-doesnt-srk-get-it/

Stories on 20th December

Don 2 marketing on overdrive
From 3D glasses to bobbleheads and a shooter game, Don 2 makers deploy a 360-deg plan to draw people to watch the SRK starrer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/how-many-are-chasing-don-2/

When Indian TV woke up late
Ranjona Banerji presents her take on nightly news and the fare in the morning papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/when-indian-tv-woke-up-late/

NDTV Good Times Food Awards celebrate the best in the food industry
India’s most prestigious food platform honours the finest in the culinary world, Delhi NCR voted as the 'Best Foodie City' of the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ndtv-good-times-food-awards-celebrate-the-best-in-the-food-industry/

Curb online voices? No way, Mr Sibal
In the new world, where lines between traditional and social media are blurred, censorship as proposed by the Information Technology Minister is simply not feasible, finds forum.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/curb-online-voices-no-way-mr-sibal/

Aidem Ventures to handle advertising sales for KBS World (South Korea)
Will now handle the media sales function for KBS World, the international TV channel from South Korea
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/aidem-ventures-to-handle-advertising-sales-for-kbs-world-south-korea/

Big B tweets about his BIG Star wins
Bachchan won the Best Actor in Social role for Aarakshan, a first of its kind and another award for being a complete performer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/big-b-tweets-about-his-big-star-wins/

The Anchor: 6 wishes for Santa Claus from the radio industry
Monica Nayyar Patnaik's end-of-year wish list for FM - players and listeners too.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-6-wishes-for-santa-claus-from-the-radio-industry/

Debrief: HTC: Fingering around
HTC has come up with some really silly stuff for their new handset called 'Explorer'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/debrief-htc-fingering-around/

Accel Partners invests in digital media firm Trivone
The slowdown chill notwithstanding, vc firm Accel Partners has announcement an investment in Trivone Digital Services
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/accel-partners-invests-in-digital-media-firm-trivone/

Mukesh Ambani in talks to buy Network 18: WSJ
The Wall Street Journal reports that the Reliance Industries chairman is in talk to buy Network 18
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mukesh-ambani-in-talks-to-buy-network-18-wsj/

Stories on 19th December

Life Ok will compete with Star Plus: Sanjay Gupta
The Star India COO on how new channel Life Ok will compete with every GEC including sibling Star Plus
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/sanjay-gupta-life-ok-will-compete-with-every-gec-even-star-plus/

Movenpick Hotels looking to expand in Indian market
Switzerland-based international hotel chain Movenpick Hotels & Resorts has just made its entry into India with its first property in Bengaluru. The chain however plans to expand its presence in India and is looking at having 10 properties in the next three years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/movenpick-hotels-looking-to-expand-in-indian-market/

NDTV 24x7 now available in UK on Virgin
NDTV 24x7 is Asia's first news channel to be a part of Virgin's base pack along with other leading international news channels
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ndtv-24x7-now-available-in-uk-on-virgin/

Times TV boost for Ajay Trigunayat, Avinash Kaul
Avinash Kaul will now be Chief Executive Officer ET Now and Zoom, and Ajay Trigunayat will be Chief Executive Officer, English entertainment channels
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/times-tv-boost-for-ajay-trigunayat-avinash-kaul/

Ad Strat: Max Weekends - chillout time
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia brings for you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad. AdStrat is compiled by Shubhangi Mehta
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ad-strat-max-weekends-chillout-time/

Anil Thakraney: Treating the fan like shit
Rahul Dravid warns that not thinking about the fan is one of the reasons for the fast-diminishing crowds at Indian stadia. And how this portends very badly for the future of the game. It's TV that is busy slaying the goose that lays the golden eggs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hard-knocks-treating-the-fan-like-shit-2/

Rahul Thappa, Bharat Bhushan quit Mail Today
Rahul Thappa, COO and Bharat Bhushan, Editor of Mail Today confirmed this development to MxMIndia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/rahul-thappa-bharat-bhushan-quit-mail-today/

Anchor: 6 wishes for Santa for the media biz
Just a week to go for Christmas, A N Chorrea makes his wishlist for Santa
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/anchor-6-wishes-for-santa-for-the-media-biz/

Digital is the future, not competition to radio
Convergence of traditional broadcasting platforms with digital platforms is perhaps inevitable as digital media has become significant, not only for radio but for all media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/digital-is-the-future-not-competition-to-radio/

Case Study: Being Human, Being Digital
Aiming to position itself as a lifestyle brand aiding the twin causes of healthcare and education for the underprivileged, the brand needed to create customer engagement through a large synergistic online and offline community.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/being-human-being-digital/

Stories on 16th December

What's more important? Creativity or Effectiveness? Or both?
It's the oft-asked question, whose answer is obvious, as creative and marketing honchos tell us.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/abby-or-effie-what-hits-the-bulls-eye/

Palasa obtains the creative mandates for Housefull and Rawwar
Palasa, the creative workshop has added two new accounts to its kitty, Housefull and Rawwar.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/abby-or-effie-what-hits-the-bulls-eye/

Radio One likely to turn English in Mumbai & Delhi
FM radio network Radio One is likely to go 24x7 English for in Mumbai and Delhi stations.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/radio-one-to-turn-24x7-english-in-mumbai-and-delhi/

The MxM PR Channel Interiew: PR must look up to advertising: N S Rajan
PR also lacks enough qualified people, says Ketchum Sampark's N S Rajan in a refreshingly frank interview with MXM, on life post-acquisition and mid-slowdown.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pr-must-look-up-to-advertising/

Got an idea? Write to Times Internet to help kickstart it
Applications are now open for the mentorship-driven accelerator program, which commences February 2012.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/got-an-idea-write-to-times-internet-to-help-kickstart-it/

Movies Now: One year old, strikes gold
Currently the channel reaches out to 100 million households and the plan is to get to the 140 million mark by end of next year.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/movies-now-one-year-old-strikes-gold/

Mudra meets WGC's golden rule
Mudra's campaign for WGC captured audience's attention at multiple relevant touch-points by giving higher weightage on innovations to break through an extremely cluttered media scenario.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mudra-meets-wgcs-golden-rule/

Online tax special programme from moneycontrol.com
Master Your Money - Tax Special is designed to offer an interpersonal plane to impart information and knowledge to the participants.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/online-tax-special-programme-from-moneycontrol-com/

Disney Junior launches animated series for holidays
A Poem Is... is a short-form animated series showcasing poems for children set to scenes and imagery from classic Disney films and Tasty Time with ZeFronk will encourage kids to cook and have lots of fun along the way.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/disney-junior-launches-animated-series-for-holidays/

Channel No.1 for 6 weeks
The channel has grown by almost 15% since the previous week to consolidate its No.1 status.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/channel-v-no-1-for-6-weeks/

M ties up with Park Avenue for supplement
M, the lifestyle magazine for men, has tied up with Park Avenue to bring out an exclusive supplement on men's styles.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/m-ties-up-with-park-avenue-for-supplement/

The Anchor: 6 pointers for luxury advertisers when choosing a magazine
Mitrajit Bhattacharya has a few guidelines for big-ticket names looking for the right avenues.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-6-pointers-for-luxury-advertisers-when-choosing-a-magazine/

Anil Thakraney: Cut the Anna crusade
It's very clear by now that, drunk on the TV media's fan-like support, members of the team have become arrogant and Dubya-like in their attitude. The 'my way or the highway' deal. How healthy is that approach for democracy, we all know quite well.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hard-knocks-cut-the-anna-crusade/

TV news = Bigg Boss?
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on prime time news and the morning papers.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tv-news-bigg-boss/

Stories on 15th December

Cadbury is COY, while AoR O&M is AOY @ Effies 2011
With a tally of 7 Golds, 6 Silvers and 6 Bronzes, Ogilvy stole the show at Effies 2011. JWT was 2nd while DDB Mudra and Lowe Lintas were tied for the 3rd spot.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/cadbury-is-coy-while-aor-om-is-aoy-effies-2011/

It's pitch time for Unilever media spends in India (and elsewhere in the world)
The global media spends account is up for review @ Unilever.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/its-pitch-time-for-unilever-media-spends-in-india-and-elsewhere-in-the-world-2/

Middle India market for FMCGs will exceed US $ 20 bn by 2018 : Nielsen
Middle India market for FMCGs will exceed US $ 20 billion by 2018, says Nielsen study.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/middle-india-market-for-fmcgs-will-exceed-us-20-bn-by-2018-nielsen/

What journalists want: The 10 commandments for PR folks
Ashraf Engineer has been there (journalism) and is now on the 'other side' (PR). Who better than to tell it like it is?.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pr-channel-what-journalists-want-the-10-commandments-for-pr-folks/

(Re)Announcing MxMIndia's Print Avatar
Happy to announce that the refreshing feel of MxMIndia.com will soon be seen in print.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/announcing-mxmindias-print-avatar/

CNN-IBN's Indian of the Year on Friday
CNN-IBN is all set to host Indian of the Year 2011 in New Delhi on December 16, 2011. The award recognizes and honours those Indians whose endeavours have set an example and done the country proud.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/cnn-ibns-indian-of-the-year-on-friday/

Gearing up (ahem) for NDTV's Car and Bike Awards
NDTV Car and Bike Awards 2012 to recognize the best products & people in the Indian Automotive Industry.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/gearing-up-ahem-for-ndtvs-car-and-bike-awards/

Parle join Aircel Chennai Open as official partners
Preethi Kitchen Appliances continues to be the 'Official Kitchen Appliances Partner' for the third consecutive year.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/parle-join-aircel-chennai-open-as-official-partners/

Kat and Bebo in race for the Best Actress in romantic role
Kareena Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are hot contenders for the spot for the BIG Star Entertainment Awards.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/kat-and-bebo-in-race-for-the-best-actress-in-romantic-role/

The Anchor: 5 skills you need to be a successful entrepreneur
Raj Gopal Iyer's tips for setting up shop - and excelling at it.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-skills-you-need-to-be-a-successful-entrepreneur/

Tata Docomo: Old idea, fresh play
Anil Thakraney finds the new Tata Docomo ad peppy, alive and full of masti.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tata-docomo-old-idea-fresh-play/

It's the economy, stupid
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on prime time news and the morning papers.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/its-the-economy-stupid/

Stories on 14th December

The sunset gets closer...
Just a little more than six months to go before the metros kick out analog as the Lok Sabha passed the Digitization Bill yesterday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-sunset-gets-closer/

[PR Channel] Life after Niira Radia: PR needs good PR (and smart ideas)
The public relations business has been attracting plenty of foreign capital,  but it needs smart ideas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pr-channel-life-after-niira-radia-pr-needs-good-pr-and-smart-ideas/

Tim Roemer joins APCO Worldwide as senior VP
The former US ambassador to India is part of the teams providing strategic counsel to international companies and governments entering global markets and expanding overseas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tim-roemer-joins-apco-worldwide-as-senior-vp/

Colors acquires rights to telecast Screen Awards
The awards, initiated in 1994, promise to be a grand celebration of the glory, success and grandeur of Indian cinema
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/colors-acquires-rights-to-telecast-screen-awards/

Fortune India brings out its top 500 ranking
It comes as no surprise that the list is dominated by the oil and gas sector, led by Indian Oil Corporation, Reliance Industries, and Bharat Petroleum Corporation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/fortune-india-brings-out-its-top-500-ranking/

Big FM appoints Vivek Malhotra as head of marketing
Mr Malhotra will be responsible for developing the overall brand and communication strategy for the business and implementation rollout across the stations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/big-fm-appoints-vivek-malhotra-as-head-of-marketing/

Gouri Dange: Surprise! The non-Simipering talk show
The host plays mediator at times, completely at ease with himself and his guests, and never harangues. Gouri Dange is very taken with Mr Eye Candy's show
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/naming-no-names-surprise-the-non-simipering-talk-show/

Anil Thakraney: The TV gas chamber
TV debates? Better spend the time watching a reality show. A porn star any day for me over a narcissistic, gassy TV anchor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hard-knocks-the-tv-gas-chamber/

It's the Effies tonight
The much-awaited Effie Awards will recognize the best and most effective advertising of the year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/it%E2%80%99s-the-effies-tonight/

Leo Burnett bag two Young Guns bronzes
Young Guns 2011 announces the winners - India nets 3 bronze; 2 for Leo Burnett and 1 for Happy Creative.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/leo-burnett-bag-two-young-guns-bronzes/

Rannvijay, most popular non-fiction character among youth: Ormax Media
According to the November edition of Characters Youth Loves (CYL) - Rannvijay from MTV Roadies is the most popular character among the youth. Rannvijay was at the No 1 position in the last track as well, which was conducted during June-July this year.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/rannvijay-most-popular-non-fiction-character-among-youth-ormax-media/

The Anchor: 6 things to remember when hiring mid-levels in an agency
Anil Nair on 6 things to keep in mind when hiring at mid-level in an advertising agency
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-6-things-to-remember-when-hiring-mid-levels-in-an-agency/

Hindu on expansion (and consolidation) mode
MD K Balaji says the news stalwart has charted a growth plan to consolidate existing markets as well as tap into new markets for both The Hindu and Businessline
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hindu-on-expansion-mode/

Stories on 13th December

Star gets set for Life OK...
Set to replace Star One, 'Life OK' will launch on Dec 18. A chat with media agency heads on whether there is room for yet another GEC
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/star-gets-set-for-life-ok/

Debrief: Cute, cool and sweet
Good, clean commercial from the makers of Nutrine Mahalacto. The main appeal lies in the fact that they have made a very routine announcement appear interesting.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/debrief-cute-cool-and-sweet/

Dish TV makes it to Fortune India 500, 4 biggies exit list
Zee Entertainment, Sun Network, HT Media, Network 18 and Dish TV feature in the soon-to-be-released Fortune India 500 list
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/dish-tv-makes-it-to-fortune-india-500-4-media-biggies-exit-list/

Salt Brand Solutions wins creative mandate for BSE
Salt Brand Solutions is on a roll with two new businesses in its kitty; Bombay Stock exchange and RTL, a television channel yet to be launched
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/salt-brand-solutions-wins-creative-mandate-for-bse/

Proximity India wins digital duties for 7UP
PepsiCo India has appointed Proximity India as its digital creative agency for its 7UP brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/proximity-india-wins-digital-duties-for-7up/

The Economist publishes its annual Books of the Year list
The Economist's annual Books of the Year list, published in this week's issue, highlights 50 of this year's most fêted authors and their works
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-economist-publishes-its-annual-books-of-the-year-list/

Mudra Max does OOH campaign for HT summit
The challenge for Mudra Max-OOH was to showcase Hindustan Times as a brand that creates awareness among its readers, that it is a newspaper that listens and avidly takes up public issues, undertakes global-scaled initiatives and captures issues and solutions that we face every day.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mudra-max-does-ooh-campaign-for-ht-summit/

ad:tech New Delhi 2012 gets bigger, better and bolder
ad:tech announces two more industry heavy weights as keynote speakers, among a total of over 80 speakers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/adtech-new-delhi-2012-gets-bigger-better-and-bolder/

TopGear announces the 2011 awards, names Audi RS5 as 'Car of 2011'
A TopGear car is one that simply excites you and has you searching for reasons to take your car out even if you want to get nowhere
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/topgear-announces-the-2011-awards-names-audi-rs5-as-car-of-2011/

Colgate's 'Oral Health Month' focuses zero cavities
The company has also started the 'Adopt a School' program to increase awareness about the importance of maintaining good oral habits
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/colgates-oral-health-month-focuses-zero-cavities/

Anchor: 5 reasons why Digital is the next big thing in OOH
Anirban Ghosh on how and why digital is the coming revolution.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-digital-is-the-next-big-thing-in-ooh/

Divya Radhakrishnan launches Helios to serve non-content needs of broadcasters, ropes in Bala Iyengar
Helios Media will offer services in sales, marketing, research and traffic management verticals as a composite piece or as a standalone, based on the requirements of broadcasters
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/divya-radhakrishnan-launches-helios-media-ropes-in-bala-iyengar/

[PR Channel | By Invitation] CSR: More than PR, pursuing competitive advantage in the long run

Corporate social responsibility can become a source of tremendous social progress, as the business applies its considerable resources, expertise, and insights to activities that benefit society

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/csr-more-than-pr-pursuing-competitive-advantage-in-the-long-run/

Stories on 12th December

FM radio: Waiting in the wings for how long?
Radio is free, easy to access, and reaches everyone, everywhere. Yet why is the eye favoured over the ear?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/fm-radio-waiting-in-the-wings-for-how-long/

[PR CHANNEL] PR's Media Fixation
We do not know what we are into till you have a client defining what you will do, writes Sudarshan S
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pr-channel-prs-media-fixation/

Remembering Mario Miranda/Dev Nadkarni
A personal reminiscence of celebrated illustrator and cartoonist Mario Miranda by Dev Nadkarni
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/remembering-mario-mirandadev-nadkarni/

Compuware launches 14 new website performance benchmarks
These benchmarks highlight the importance of optimizing web performance in driving business revenue.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/compuware-launches-14-new-website-performance-benchmarks/

Disney Channel's Doraemon Movie delivers the best ratings
Records a 5.24 TVR among all kids (CS 4-14 ABC) in HSM and 4.4 TVR among all kids (CS 4-14 ABC) in All India.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/disney-channel%E2%80%99s-doraemon-movie-delivers-the-best-ratings/

The Anchor: 5 reasons mobile advertising hasn't gained momentum
Damandeep Soni on the very with-it but slightly confused handheld arena.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-reasons-mobile-advertising-hasnt-gained-momentum/


[PR Channel] Social media empowers to changes the world, says youth
The respondents feel that they almost influence consumer choice, human rights and social change, politics and policy making and corporate governance
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/social-media-change-the-world-says-the-youth-of-india/

10 years of 'Naye India Ka Bazaar'
On the occasion of Big Bazaar's 10th anniversary, Mudra has created a new campaign where Big Bazaar claims to be 'Naye India Ka Bazaar'.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/10-years-of-naye-india-ka-bazaar/

Rocky road for Digital OOH?
Globally the fastest growing medium, Digital Out-of-Home is yet to make a splash in India. Measurement is seen as one hurdle on the growth path, but industry players are looking at an optimistic future.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/rocky-road-for-digital-ooh/

Hindustan launches 9th edition in Aligarh
With Hindustan's launch of its 9th edition in the state of UP from Aligarh, the daily is now printed from 17 centres across the states of UP, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand and Delhi.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hindustan-launches-9th-edition-in-aligarh/

HT celebrates Capital's 100th bday with conclave & campaigns
Hindustan Times, which has been celebrating Delhi's 100th birthday under the banner of 'I Love Delhi' throughout 2011, is getting ready for a high point on December 15.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hindustan-times-celebrates-new-delhis-100th-birthday-with-conclave-and-campaigns/

Reviewing the Reviews: Ladies vs Ricky Bahl
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/reviewing-the-reviews-ladies-vs-ricky-bahl/

AdStrat: Happy beginnings with Shubh Aarambh
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia will bring you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad. AdStrat is compiled by Shubhangi Mehta.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/happy-beginnings-with-shubh-aarambh/

Channels need to develop editing skills
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on prime time news and the morning papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/channels-need-to-develop-editing-skills/

Stories on 9th December

The Anchor: Karthi Marshan's 5 rules for engaging financial services consumers on social media
Social media engagement for brands have many uses, and just like dating, socializing and evangelizing, there are things we must keep in mind.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-karthi-marshans-5-rules-for-engaging-financial-services-consumers-on-social-media/

Mediaah!:  Aggie - well-deserved Impact Person of the Year
Agnello Dias represents the new face of adland and has done some terrific work, writes Pradyuman Maheshwari
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mediaah-aggie-well-deserved-impact-person-of-the-year/

[PR CHANNEL] Public Relations needs measurement for its Advertising & PR!
The PR industry has been thriving on Jugaad. This silent army of PR professionals, certainly for the last two decades, has been quietly helping organizations and brands get marketing "exposure" in the news space
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/public-relations-needs-measurement-for-its-advertising-pr/

TAM data Top 10 programmes on HGEC - Wk 49'11
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tam-data-top-10-programmes-on-hgec-wk-4911/

GRP  Channel shares of HGECs- Wk 49 2011
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/7319/

Corporate crisis? Call the PR firm
In an age of instant information, fire-fighting is a skilled specialization and PR agencies are not willing to leave it to chance or the last minute.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/corporate-crisis-call-the-pr-firm/

Introducing the MxMIndia PR Channel
The MxMIndia PR Channel is here to celebrate the business. And give practitioners a forum - and a neurtral one -- which they can call their own.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/introducing-the-mxmindia-pr-channel/

NDTVProfit.com in brand new avatar
The new features are designed to bring the users a clutter-free, non-intimidating experience
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ndtvprofit-com-in-brand-new-avatar/

[PR CHANNEL] We are happy being No 1 as MSL group: Jaideep Shergill
From an increased focus on digital, to acquiring a host of new clients and getting the talent platform right, Hanmer MSL India is on track to be amongst the best in 2012, says Jaideep Shergill, CEO.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/we-are-happy-being-no-1-as-msl-group/

Anil Thakraney: Sibal in Blunderland
In his fantasy, the mantri overlooked one critical ground reality: Leave alone the fact that it's impossible to pre-screen millions of posts, the Indian Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to free speech.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/sibal-in-blunderland/

Disney Channel's Doraemon Movie delivers the best ratings
Records a 5.24 TVR among all kids (CS 4-14 ABC) in HSM and 4.4 TVR among all kids (CS 4-14 ABC) in All India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/disney-channels-doraemon-movie-delivers-the-best-ratings/

S Shriram is Indiaplaza's SBU Head-Life Style
Online shopping pioneer Indiaplaza.com has appointed S Shriram as its SBU Head - Lifestyle.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/s-shriram-is-indiaplazas-sbu-head-life-style/

History soars to No 1 in genre
History Channel has worked its way up to the No 1 position in the factual entertainment genre in the six metros.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/history-soars-to-no-1-in-genre/

Keep those 3D glasses handy. TVCs set to add that extra dimension
Pixion, Prime Focus and others working to cash in on 3D tech's popularity
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/keep-those-3d-glasses-handy-tvcs-set-to-add-that-extra-dimension/

ESPN acquires Cricket Australia rights
ESPN Star Sports has announced a five-year contract for the exclusive rights to broadcast Cricket Australia's (CA) domestic and home international matches across various platforms including television, internet, mobile and radio, covering the entire Asian region.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/espn-acquires-cricket-australia-rights/

Yahoo! mail available in 8 Indian languages
The recently launched new Yahoo! Mail promises to deliver a faster, safer and easier online communications experience for users from across India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/yahoo-mail-available-in-8-indian-languages/

Ricoh joins as official sponsor for Aircel Chennai Open 2012
The sponsorship is significant for India as Ricoh is also an Official Partner of the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals and also sponsors a host of other ATP Tour events.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ricoh-joins-as-official-sponsor-for-aircel-chennai-open-2012/

Lenovo launches online network for idea sharing
The online platform will help like-minded PC users to share and discuss ideas, and form project teams to develop these ideas into workable plans.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/lenovo-launches-online-network-for-idea-sharing/