Stories on 31st May

Only the logo will change: Venkatramani
Come midnight, the three MCCS channels will switch the Star prefix to ABP. Nothing else will change, promises the ABP-Star jv CEO Ashok Venkatramani.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/only-the-logo-will-change-ashok-venkatramani/

73 matches on IPL5 get an average TVR of 3.36
What has shown improvement is the cumulative reach for the 73 matches in IPL 5 that stands at 161 million.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/73-matches-on-ipl5-get-an-average-tvr-of-3-36/

Rise in Business Confidence Index after 5 quarters
NCAER MasterCard Worldwide Index of Business Confidence Study reflects stability in business sentiments and cautious outlook of the business sector.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/rise-in-business-confidence-index-after-5-quarters/

LMG bags Yepme's media duties
The task for Lintas is not only to build saliency for the brand but also to encourage a change in shopping habits for apparel and accessories.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/lmg-bags-yepmes-media-duties/

Hanmer MSL wins Bees Award for eBay.in
It is the only Indian agency awarded by leading international social media competition in 2012.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/hanmer-msl-wins-bees-award-for-ebay-in/

Creativeland Asia wins big at FAB Awards
Wins two Grand Prix and three Golds for the work on Hippo.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/creativeland-asia-wins-big-at-fab-awards/

DDB Mudra gets Xavi Bech De Careda as VP Planning
Xavi Bech De Careda from Barcelona joins DDB Mudra Delhi as the new planner.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ddb-mudra-gets-xavi-bech-de-careda-vp-plannin/

Mahesh Bhupathi's GloboSport now into Reality TV
The two will produce 'Sitaara,' a reality TV search for South India's next top actress.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mahesh-bhupathis-globosport-now-into-reality-tv/

AFAA plans new initiatives in the region
Following its new mandate, the Executive Committee of AFAA has planned out a slew of initiatives that would be rolled out in the months ahead.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/afaa-plans-new-initiatives-in-the-region/

DDB MudraMax wins media mandate for Kalyan Silks
The size of the account is pegged at Rs25 crores. The client will be handled out of the DDB MudraMax office in Bangalore.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ddb-mudramax-wins-media-mandate-for-kalyan-silks/

Havas Digital names Alan Boughen SVP Global Search Director
Ex-Google industry veteran charged with leading Havas Digital’s search responsibilities.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/havas-digital-names-alan-boughen-svp-global-search-director/

Eco Times launches The Power of Ideas 2012
The programme aims to encourage individuals with a business idea to come forward and connects them with relevant mentors and investors.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/eco-times-launches-the-power-of-ideas-2012/

The Anchor: Dilip Cherian on 5 things to keep in mind while building a brand
The needs and aspirations of your target audience should define the brand you eventually plan to sell, says Dilip Cherian.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-dilip-cherian-on-5-things-to-keep-in-mind-while-building-a-brand/

Debrief: Coca-Cola: Zero Freshness
It looks like the kids are living a life of hell, and the Rajya Sabha MP designate is chilling inside an air conditioned studio. This kinda puts you off.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-coca-cola-zero-freshness/

Stories on 30th May

Dial 'M' for Mobile & Money!
With Airtel’s entry, mobile advertising will get the much-needed fillip and advertisers a better medium for targeted selling.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/dial-m-for-mobile-and-money/

Lifestyle retail chains post weak same-store sales in January-March quarter
Retailers don't expect things to improve this fiscal as demand is subdued.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/lifestyle-retail-chains-post-weak-same-store-sales-in-january-march-quarter/

Can Facebook, the marketer's online best friend ever become its ace salesman?
The site itself has been trying to tell advertisers that if they want scale, they'll have to shell out the hard cash for offerings like "sponsored stories", not to be confused with "sponsored ads".
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/can-facebook-the-marketers-online-best-friend-ever-become-its-ace-salesman/


Contract creates a cliche-free TVC for FirstPost
Firstpost.com has come up with its first ever campaign on television. The new TVC braces the viewer to the reality that newspapers and the planet are under siege.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/contract-creates-a-cliche-free-tvc-for-firstpost/

LinkedIn celebrates 15 million members in India
The professional networking continues to grow in popularity.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/linkedin-celebrates-15-million-members-in-india/

Milestone Brandcom rolls out a widespread campaign for eBay India
The brand communication was targeted at the Indians in the age bracket of 18-40 years.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/milestone-brandcom-rolls-out-a-widespread-campaign-for-ebayindia/

ADN selects NDS Technology to launch Digital Cable TV service in central and western Delhi
NDS to provide suite of end-to-end technologies including MediaHighway set-top box software, VideoGuard conditional access, NDS Dynamic Advertising capabilities, an electronic programme guide (EPG), interactive TV applications.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/adn-selects-nds-technology-to-launch-digital-cable-tv-service-in-central-and-western-delhi/

PUMA Social once again focuses on after-hour athletes
With this campaign, sport lifestyle brand PUMA takes the next step in bringing the party to the playing field.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/puma-social-once-again-focuses-on-after-hour-athletes/

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Radio Mirchi
Radio Mirchi's RJ Raaj dressed as a green crusader to spread the message of reducing carbon emission in Bengaluru.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/reduce-your-carbon-footprint-radio-mirchi/

Discovery launches new season of extreme survival series
A new season of Discovery Channel's survival series I Shouldn't Be Alive brings incredible stories of ordinary people who were unwittingly thrown into dire situations.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/discovery-launches-new-season-of-extreme-survival-series/

The Anchor: 5 ways to maintain a healthy relationship with the client
The chances of your client buying your work are much higher if he wants to buy, in the first place, says Ayan Chakraborty.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-5-ways-to-maintain-a-healthy-relationship-with-the-client/

Anil Thakraney: The IPL diary
Since the overall television ratings were on the lower side this year, it indicates a strong possibility of audience fatigue having set in.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-the-ipl-diary/

Wanted: translators for press conferences
Every Wednesday or Thursday, Ranjona Banerji writes about a grouse. Either spewing venom or tongue-in-cheek....
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-wanted-translators-for-press-conferences/

Stories on 29th May

The Six Ps of Data Driven Marketing
Just collecting data and running algorithms isn't enough, comments Rishad Tobaccowala, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer of VivaKi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-six-ps-of-data-driven-marketing/

Competition Commission approves RIL Trust's stake buy in Network 18, TV18
The deal, expected to be around Rs2,700 crore, is touted to be one of the biggest in the media industry
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/cci-approves-reliance-industries-stake-buy-in-tv18/

Katrina Kaif leads Ormax's list of top celeb endorsers for Slice ad
The study was done for five top celebrities and the brands they endorse. The score is a measure of the strength of the association of the celeb with the brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/katrina-kaif-leads-ormaxs-list-of-top-celeb-endorsers/

Ensure digitised feed from July 1: Broadcasters
They have slammed vested interests who were trying to create roadblocks
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ensure-digitised-feed-from-july-1-television-broadcasters/

JWT crafts new 'shuruaat' for post-IPL Max
MAX launches a new brand campaign with a completely new channel packaging
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/jwt-crafts-new-shuruaat-for-post-ipl-max/

RK Swamy releases 11th edition of media guide
The Media Market Guide offers relevant information on media and markets in a lucid and easy-to-use format
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/rk-swamy-releases-11th-edition-of-media-market-guide-its-free/

Radio Mirchi tackles petrol price hike!
In a unique initiative, Radio Mirchi gave away bicycles to lucky listeners for an easier, better and eco-friendly commute
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/radio-mirchi-tackles-petrol-price-hike/

Grand finale for Radio City's Gully Premier League
The finale marks the end of the month long cricket tournament where different regions competed for the GPL trophy and a prize of Rs1 lakh
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/cricket-frenzy-reaches-its-peaks-with-gully-premier-league-grand-finale/

Ormax launches brand track tool for TV & radio
Ormax Media launches a customized brand health and equity tool for the Indian television and radio industries
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ormax-media-launches-ormax-brand-matrix/

The Anchor: Rajiv Dingra on 6 things every marketer must pay heed to on social media
You cannot just concentrate on the good things being said about your brand. You cannot afford to ignore anyone on your social platforms anymore says Rajiv Dingra
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-rajiv-dingra-on-6-things-every-marketer-must-pay-heed-to-on-social-media/

Debrief: Micromax: Sexy and cool
Additionally, I like the fact that Micromax has stuck to its irreverent brand personality. Whether you agree with them or not, you have to appreciate their focus
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-micromax-sexy-and-cool/

[MJR] TV gets boring after IPL
In Freaking News, which appears every Tuesday and Friday, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-tv-gets-boring-after-ipl/

Stories on 24th May

No (or low) ads on HD. Anybody complaining?
How do near-ad-free HD channels impact marketers, media planners and creative professionals? An MxMIndia report
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/no-or-low-ads-on-hd-anybody-complaining/

ICICI Bank ahead of Pepsi, Airtel beats Siemens, Sony in Top 100 Global Brands rankings
Airtel joins ICICI in Millward Brown's BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands study Brown
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/icici-bank-ahead-of-pepsi-airtel-beats-siemens-sony-in-top-100-global-brands-rankings/

Radio broadcasters thumbs up to Copyright Bill
This bill will allow the Copyright Board to decide the royalty rates for the broadcasters, which until now was decided by the PPL
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/radio-broadcasters-thumbs-up-to-copyright-bill/

Balki & Shekhar Kapur to present 'Global India' at Cannes Lions 2012
This year, Lowe Lintas, will take to the stage to present 'Global India' - the first time the Cannes Lions Festival has featured a seminar dedicated to Indian creativity and its influence globally
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/balki-shekhar-kapur-to-present-global-india-at-cannes/

Need to monetize radio-social media connect (+Video)
Monetization is the key for survival of any business and radio stations must find ways to do that for their social media activations, say media captains
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/radio-social-media-connect/

Paritosh Joshi: Wither Digitization?
Media Matrix by Paritosh Joshi, until recently CEO, Star CJ, analyses issues concerning the business of media, measurement and research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/media-matrix-wither-digitization/

Takeaways from IRF 2012 (+Video)
The seventh edition of Indian Radio Forum (IRF) discussed quite a lot of issues on the strength and opportunities of radio, the road ahead for the medium, especially with FM Phase III expansion
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/takeaways-from-irf-2012-video/

Live from the Console goes national with 9XO
Launched in July 2011 at Mehboob Studio, Live from the Console provides emerging music bands an alternative platform to showcase talent and for music fans to discover new music
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/live-from-the-console-goes-national-with-9xo/

63% Indian pros maintain a to-do list: LinkedIn
Findings also show professionals in the legal industry are the least likely to have checked everything off their to-do list by the end of a workday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/63-indian-pros-maintain-a-to-do-list-linkedin/

The Anchor: 5 trends to watch out for in e-com in India
With the increasing options available online and the easy way to find them, the internet makes customer fickle. This results in websites offering increasing levels of customer service to ensure that their customer is happy, says Suvir Kulhar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-5-trends-to-watch-out-for-in-e-com-in-india/

Debrief: Maruti Ertiga: Not LUVing it!
Bottom-line: Wrong positioning, wrong idea, wrong situation and a very stupid pun to top it all
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-maruti-ertiga-not-luving-it/

[MJR] Wanted: sponsors to cover the Olympics!
Every Thursday, Ranjona Banerji will write about a grouse. Either spewing venom or tongue-in-cheek
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-wanted-sponsors-to-cover-olympics/

Stories on 23rd May

Ten years on, is radio still an insignificant medium for advertisers? (Text & Video)
The key takeaway from India Radio Forum 2012 was that radio still needs evangelizing and find newer ways to offer better returns on investment
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ten-years-on-is-radio-still-an-insignificant-medium-for-advertisers-text-video/

Mirchi maxes IRF awards, Red FM is best station
Although the turnout at the India Radio Forum 2012 was dismal, the awards in the evening saw some fanfare with Radio Mirchi bagging the maximum number of metals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/irf-awards-radio-mirchi-red-fm/

Zee awards Leo Burnett creative mandate for Khana Khazana & upcoming channel
Zee has awarded Leo Burnett with the creative mandates for Khana Khazana and an upcoming channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/zee-awards-leo-burnett-creative-mandate-for-khana-khazana-upcoming-channel/

CNN & BBC top international news channel viewership: PAX study
The survey reveals that no international English news channel reaches more Indian viewers than CNN International and that BBC World News is the most watched international news channel for mid-level income earners, women, tech enthusiasts and those under the age of 30
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/cnn-bbc-top-international-news-channel-viewership-pax-study/

Airtel & Hungama announce mobile music premiere of Gangs of Wasseypur
The soundtrack becomes the first inIndiato premiere on the mobile platform before the album’s physical music release – thus tapping into the fast expanding base of mobile music listeners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/airtel-hungama-announce-mobile-music-premiere-of-gangs-of-wasseypur/

DMAi announces co-chairs for convention
The global convention by DMAi  will be the first ever conclave that will feature global learning in strategic marketing with special focus on direct marketing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/dmai-announces-co-chairs-for-convention/

Hippo's 'Indian Food League' for cricket fans
The campaign is conceptualised and implemented by Creative land Asia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/hippos-indian-food-league-for-cricket-fans/

PRCAI elects new mancom
The elected members are Sharif D Rangnekar, CEO & Director, Integral PR, for the post of President; Nikhil Dey, President, Public Relations, Genesis Burson Marsteller, as Vice President and Shivraj Parshad, Principal, The PRactice, as Secretary
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/prcai-elects-new-mancom/

Times Internet partners AIR for live IPL commentary
Fans can now listen to the live, running commentary of the last three matches including the final IPL matches on AIR
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/times-internet-partners-air-for-live-ipl-commentary/

Airtel DTH launches iEnglish
Customers can now learn to speak fluent English within the comfort of their homes
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/airtel-dth-launches-ienglish/

The Anchor: Manish Bhatt on 5 myths people have about an independent agency
If size would have always been proportional to the potential of things, then microprocessor chips would have never got invented, says Manish Bhatt
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-manish-bhatt-on-5-myths-people-have-about-an-independent-agency/

Anil Thakraney: Bad times looming for editors/content heads
”Consider this: If Mukeshbhai gets caught in a scandal, will Rajdeep Sardesai even think of going after the big man? You know the answer,” writes Anil Thakraney
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-bad-times-looming-for-editorscontent-heads/

Mediaah!: Will cross-media restrictions force Star, Zee & Sun to exit distribution?
The government has reportedly asked TRAI to review issues dealing with cross-media ownership. The question is if and when implemented, there could be a significant change in dynamics in media ownership.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mediaah-will-cross-media-restrictions-force-star-zee-sun-to-exit-distribution/

Stories on 22nd May

The not-so-chhota success of Chhota Bheem
The much-loved character has leapfrogged from being a mega-hit on Pogo to merchandising and the big screen
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-not-so-chhota-success-of-chhota-bheem/

FMCGs like HUL, Dabur, Godrej, Marico on consumption-driven growth
A study of the aggregate financial performance of the leading 10 FMCG companies over the past eight quarters shows that the industry has grown at an average 16-21 per cent in the past two years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/fmcg-companies-like-hul-dabur-godrej-marico-continue-to-achieve-consumption-driven-growth/

GroupM selects Buddy Media as preferred social ad partner globally
WPP media investment management arm will roll out Buddy Media’s BuyBuddy social ad software to all agencies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/groupm-selects-buddy-media-as-preferred-social-ad-partner-globally/

Arijit Ray joins Dentsu Communications as CEO
Continuing with the series of senior-level appointments, the Dentsu India Group announced the appointment of Arijit Ray as Chief Executive Officer, Dentsu Communications
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/arijit-ray-joins-dentsu-communications-as-ceo/

Happy gets Siddhartha Roy as COO
Mr Roy or Sid, as he is fondly known, will be responsible for Happy’s operations across branches
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/happy-gets-siddhartha-roy-as-coo/

Disney wows kids with contest, launches new shows for summer
Record response for Disney Channel's Jet Set Go campaign where 30 kids and families will fly to the Hong Kong Disneyland
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/disney-wows-kids-in-summer-with-jet-set-go/

HP, others to parner junior NBA/WNBA school-based programme in India
Will reach approximately 10,000 students and 800 coaches across five cities
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/hp-others-to-parner-junior-nbawnba-school-based-programme-in-india/

BIG Magic to be available on Reliance Digital TV
Reliance Digital TV is the first DTH operator to offer BIG Magic to the viewers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/big-magic-to-be-available-on-reliance-digital-tv/

NDTV celebrated May 20 as 'India's Recycling Day'
Over Rs8.89 crore funds were raised as part of the Green Campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ndtv-celebrated-may-20-as-indias-recycling-day/

Suryan FM & Red FM sponsor radio forum
During the CEO Roundtable Session B Surendar - Senior V P & National Sales head, Red FM, will be sharing his views on the coming years of radio industry in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/suryan-fm-red-fm-sponsor-radio-forum/

The Anchor: 6 things that ail the PR industry
PR is not a quick fix and helps achieve goodwill - which cannot be earned overnight and has to be nurtured and sustained through long-term PR activity for the company or brand says Toral Sanghavi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-6-things-that-ail-the-pr-industry/

Debrief: Ashok Leyland: Terrible casting!
If the Ashok Leyland guys had to use Dhoni, the least they should have done was to make the man play a credible role in the script
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-ashok-leyland-terrible-casting/

Mediaah! Is media really a 'sunrise' sector?
Aditya Birla group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla says the media is a sunrise sector from an investment point of view? Is it really?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mediaah-is-media-really-a-sunrise-sector/

Stories on 21st May

Maxus leads in RECMA qualitatives for April 2012; Mindshare, LMG follow
Exclusive extracts from RECMA's quarterly qualitiative evaluation of Indian media agencies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/maxus-leads-in-recma-qualitatives-for-april-2012-mindshare-lmg-follow/

GroupM's Xaxis to launch in India in 6 months
Xaxis launches Asia-Pacific headquarters to provide global advertisers with audience targeting capabilities, nine-market roll-out planned over next six months with Michel de Rijk MD-APAC
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/groupms-xaxis-to-launch-in-india-in-6-months/

Mediaah! Why media purists needn't worry about Kumar Mangalam Birla’s 27.5 % in Living Media
More than the possibility of business empires exerting pressure after investing in the media, the worry is when the situation reaches oligopolistic proportions, writes Pradyuman Maheshwari
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/why-media-purists-neednt-worry-about-kumar-mangalam-birlas-27-5-in-living-media/

Loss of plurality is worrying: Paranjoy Guha Thakurta
Senior journalist and media-watcher Paranjoy Guha Thakurta on what the Aditya Birla investment in the India Today group means for the Indian media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/analysis-2-loss-of-plurality-is-worrying-paranjoy-guha-thakurta/

Is Brand SRK losing sheen due to controversies?
SRK's image has suffered in the last couple of years not only due to the controversies that have surrounded him but also because he is an ageing celebrity
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/is-brand-srk-losing-sheen-due-to-controversies/

Nothing can kill brand IPL: Experts
The latest IPL scandals - match fixing, SRK-MCA brawl and molestation case – have started everyone talking again, not all of it good
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/nothing-can-kill-brand-ipl-experts/

Industry gears up for India Radio Forum 2012
The seventh edition of India Radio Forum (IRF), organized by Partners in Media Asia (PIM), will be held on May 22 at JW Marriot Hotel in Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/industry-gears-up-for-india-radio-forum-2012/

Reviewing the Reviews: Department
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases… in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/reviewing-the-reviews-department/

Ad Strat: eBay - Want it. Get it
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/2012/05/ad-strat-ebay-want-it-get-it/

Congress-led UPA loses sheen as BJP inches ahead: ABP News-Nielsen Survey
The survey, conducted across 28 cities, revealed that the BJP would garner 28 per cent of the votes if Lok Sabha elections are held now, while the Congress would manage only 20 per cent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/congress-led-upa-loses-sheen-as-bjp-inches-ahead-abp-news-nielsen-survey/

DNA drives 10,000 visitors to Wheelocity Auto Expo 2012
This edition of DNA Wheelocity Auto Expo which showcased cars from the every price level
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/dna-drives-10000-visitors-to-wheelocity-auto-expo-2012/

Apalya TV crosses 11 million viewers on IPL 2012
While the TV viewership is falling, mobile viewership ratings see a rise
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/apalya-tv-crosses-11-million-viewers-on-ipl-2012/

The Anchor: Shailesh Amonkar on 5 reasons why national advertisers can't ignore regional media
The objective of any communication is reaching out to maximum audiences and achieving sales so if regional publications deliver these they would not be ignored, says Shailesh Amonkar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-shailesh-amonkar-lists-5-reasons-why-national-advertisers-cannot-ignore-regional-publications/

Anil Thakraney: On the great IPL scandals
The dust is beginning to settle on both the above issues. But am sure the next scandal is just round the corner. What’s the IPL without some offline tamasha?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-on-the-great-ipl-scandals/

[MJR] News TV declares IPL root of most evils
It has been clear to the protectors of both cricket and Indian society from year one that the IPL was BAD NEWS. The very fact that so many people were interested was proof enough
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-news-tv-declares-ipl-root-of-most-evils/

Stories on 18th May

So will Digitization mean more Revenues?
With just 44 days to go for the Big Switch in 4 metros, Ashish Pherwani & Devendra Parulekar of Ernst & Young address the key business questions
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/so-will-digitization-mean-more-revenues/

Indian Idol 6 to use drama & emotions for a connect with viewers
This year, the show will focus on 'Idols behind the Idol': follow the journey of the Idol and the people who have played a role in guiding them
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/indian-idol-6-high-on-drama-emotions-for-a-connect/

Vivek Bahl joins Viacom18 as Network Advisor Content, to work on proposed regional foray
He will be working on the regional channels which the media conglomerate plans to get into
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/vivek-bahl-joins-viacom18-as-network-advisor-content/

Internet as a media has arrived: Hitesh Oberoi
The truth is that internet is a great medium for consumers, and it is a great medium for small and medium enterprises to build their business, feels Mr Oberoi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/internet-is-a-media-which-has-arrived-hitesh-oberoi/

Sania Bhabhi is back on Red FM
This cricket season, RED FM gives its listeners an opportunity to earn mega cash prizes with Sania Bhabhi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/sania-bhabhi-is-back-on-red-fm/

The Anchor: Satish Singh lists 10 reasons why outdoor scores over other media
Practically anything and everything can be accommodated in the dimensions of a media unit on OOH space, says Satish Singh
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-10-reasons-why-outdoor-scores-over-other-media/

Anil Thakraney: The BCCI has to be controlled
The government, through the sports ministry, must clamp down on their activities. To begin with, they must bring the BCCI under the RTI regime
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-the-bcci-has-to-be-controlled/

[MJR] TV journos prove Katju is right
In Freaking News, which appears every Tuesday and Friday, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-tv-journos-prove-katju-is-right/

Stories on 17th May

Apology + Rs 500cr: Is Indian Express right in sending Open a legal notice?
An MxMIndia Report with reactions from Dileep Padgaonkar, Sevanti Ninan, Paranjoy Guha Thakurta & Sucheta Dalal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/apology-rs-500cr-is-indian-express-right-in-sending-open-a-legal-notice/

Planners happy with Satyamev's 4.9 TVR
The media planners are happy with the TVR of 4 and feel that it's a good start for the show at the morning slot
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/planners-happy-with-satyamevs-4-9-tvr/

Loyalty factor is the key to consistency in season 5 IPL viewership
What has shown improvement is the cumulative reach for these 57 matches in IPL 5 that stands at 155 million
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/loyalty-factor-is-the-key-to-consistency-in-season-5-ipl-viewership/

Parle-G upgrades to Parle-G Gold
This is Parle's second attempt at bringing a variant to Parle-G. The product is targeted at keeping in mind the urban markets
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/parle-g-upgrades-to-parle-g-gold/

Media Matrix: Valuing Audience - Part II
A weekly column by Paritosh Joshi, until recently CEO, Star CJ. Given his varied experience in the media and industry bodies, Mr Joshi will analyse issues concerning the business of media, measurement and research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/media-matrix-valuing-audience-part-ii/

Meridian's creative leadership changes
Has appointed Anuraag Khandelwal and Satish deSa as Executive Creative Directors with effect from June1
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/meridians-creative-leadership-changes/

Lowe Lintas to host 10th Portfolio Night
The idea is to not just create a platform for young talent, but to also actively look for the unique, different and gifted
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/lowe-lintas-to-host-10th-portfolio-night/

Bollywoodlife leapfrogs into leadership league
The portal is part of India.com, founded by Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited and Penske Media Corporation,USA with United Internet Germany
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/bollywoodlife-leapfrogs-into-leadership-league/

Endemol India forays into films
To remake the Vidya Balan starrer Kahaani in Tamil and Telugu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/endemol-india-forays-into-films/

Media Pro fights piracy in Gujarat
Files FIR Against GTPL Affiliated Operator For Unauthorized Analog Signal Transmission
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/media-pro-fights-piracy-in-gujarat/

Inext's Ward Watch for civic issues
The idea behind Ward Watch is to sensitize people about their rights and to apprise the civic bodies about people’s expectations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/inexts-ward-watch-for-civic-issues/

The idea behind Ward Watch is to sensitize people about their rights and to apprise the civic bodies about people’s expectations
There is an explosion of devices that are now connecting over to the Internet. We are living in an increasingly "hyperconnected" world where everyone is online 24/7, says Bruno Goveas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-bruno-goveas-lists-5-key-trends-shaping-the-internet/

Debrief: Cadbury Dairy Milk: Slice of sweetness
This ad works for me. Because the brand arrives seamlessly into the story, it isn't forced. Also, the situation is very slice of life, many young people will identify with it
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-cadbury-dairy-milk-slice-of-sweetness/

[MJR] Un-miserable about Trai's ad regulations
Despite the criticism over the TRAI regulations about ads on TV channels, needless to say, as a viewer I'm a bit un-miserable
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-un-miserable-about-trais-ad-regulations/

Stories on 16th May

Bates boss-to-be plans big
CEO-designate Sanjay Thapar hopes to build on Bates India's strengths & make it shine again
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-new-boss-at-bates/

Broadcasters slam TRAI notification to limit ads
A new notification issued by the regulator on Monday limited the amount of advertising on TV channels and disallowed any shortfall in a particular hour to be carried over
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/broadcasters-slam-trai-notification-to-limit-ads-to-12-mins/

Peter Mukerjea:  Thank you, TRAI (Now, please enforce it!)
It's not the job of the TRAI to keep broadcasters happy at all times. Occasionally it should be looked at from the consumer point of view, which is clearly the case here
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/media-mullings-thank-you-trai-now-please-enforce-it/

Mediaah! Broadcasters suffer with ad restrictions while print & web publishers have fun
Pradyuman Maheshwari believes the TRAI shouldn’t be policing broadcasters and says it's time the TV-wallahs get a good, powerful lobbyist
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mediaah-broadcasters-suffer-with-ad-restrictions-while-print-web-publishers-have-fun/

Mediaah! 2 : Indian Express, Shekhar Gupta & Co send notice to Open, Vinod Mehta. Demand Rs 500 crore as damages
The Indian Express, Shekhar Gupta and 3 others have  sent a legal notice to Vinod Mehta, Open magazine and its key employees asking for them to apologise for an interview and pull it off the Web. Plus Rs 100 crore each as damages
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mediaah-2-indian-express-shekhar-gupta-co-send-notice-to-open-vinod-mehta-demand-rs-500-crore-as-damages/

HUL on a roll with Nitin Paranjpe at wheel
He is the only CEO in the past two decades to be recommended by the board for a second stint
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/with-nitin-paranjpe-at-the-wheel-hul-on-a-roll-again/

Isobar named Facebook's preferred marketing developer in India
Isobar India, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Taiwan have all been recognised for their ongoing creation of innovative solutions and apps for brands across the Facebook platform
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/isobar-named-facebooks-preferred-marketing-developer-in-india/

RadioCity renews sales alliance with Friends FM
Kolkata remains the only big market where Radio City is not present, thus the sales alliance allows Radio City to extend its sales reach to Kolkata as well
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/radiocity-renews-sales-alliance-with-friends-fm/

ASCI upholds complaints against 12 ads
Complaints against TV ads reduce as complaints against print ads continue
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/asci-upholds-complaints-against-12-ads/

Fever's Gaurav Sharma on New York Fest jury
The New York Festival platform is not new to Mr Sharma as last year Fever 104 FM was recognized and facilitated with 2 Gold grand trophies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/fevers-gaurav-sharma-on-new-york-fest-jury/

OLX India releases its universal iOS Application for iPad and iPhone
iPad users can now download the OLX App in the Apple Store for free and enjoy premium browsing experience and all features of OLX on their iPads
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/olx-india-releases-its-universal-ios-application-for-ipad-and-iphone/

Marketers ride high on BIG regional music awards
Marketers choose regions as per business focus across Punjabi,Hindustan, Bangla and Telugu awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/marketers-ride-high-on-big-regional-music-awards/

What's-On-India Launches Social EPG
What’s-On-India’s Social EPGs will help viewers discover shows, films, matches and documentaries that their social networks and peers are talking about as well as share common interest programs to converse about those shows
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/whats-on-india-launches-social-epg/

Mahindra Retail launches 'Mother's World'
This new consumer-centric initiative is an extension to their commitment to provide relevant information, assistance, tips and guidance to the world of early parenthood
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mahindra-retail-launches-mothers-world/

A Comms creates a new 'reality' for Max New York Life insurance
Taking the leading insurance provider’s recently launched TV campaign forward into the urban outdoor space, A Comms has created yet another installation that hits the sweet spot
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/a-comms-creates-a-new-reality-for-max-new-york-life-insurance/

Katrina Kaif unveils new Nakshatra logo and new brand campaign
She unveiled the brand’s new logo and its latest brand campaign – Glow Divine, in a glittering ceremony
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/katrina-kaif-unveils-new-nakshatra-logo-and-new-brand-campaign/

The Anchor: Sevanti Ninan on 5 things she'd like to change about journalism today
Political spats, crime, scams make news. Social issues are for documentary film makers, unless Aamir Khan comes with the package, says Sevanti Ninan
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-sevanti-ninan-on-5-things-shed-like-to-change-about-journalism-today/


Anil Thakraney: Balika Vadhu: 1000! Wow!
Personally speaking, I am all ready for the future. I have decided to start a specialized scam ads shop. Which to me sounds like a really lucrative business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-balika-vadhu-1000-wow/

Stories on 15th May

Understanding young minds with 'Generation Einstein'
The India edition was released with much fanfare by Bindass with co-author Jeroen Boschma in attendance
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/understanding-young-minds-with-generation-einstein/

It's not about co-creation, but increation: Boschma
Jeroen Boschma speaks on the emergence of the youth of today, why brands and marketers should be wary of this TG, and what are the learnings that could be picked up from this book by those interested in catering to the highly volatile TG
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/its-not-about-co-creation-but-increation-jeroen-boschma/

TRAI curtails ads to 12 mins per clock-hour, no part-screen ads allowed
The TRAI has issued a regulation that restricts ad duration to 12 minutes per clock hour with no allowance for carry over. Also, ads can henceforth be only full-screen
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/trai-curtails-ads-to-12-mins-per-clock-hour-no-part-screen-ads-allowed/

MEC turns 10!
Leading WPP network (and Group M) agency MEC completes a decade of existence
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mec-turns-10/

Sharon Aneja & Gautham Pingali join SMG Digi
Sharon Aneja has been appointed as Director, Earned Innovation & Business Head West and Gautham Pingali as Director, Digital Improvisation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/smg-digital-appoints-sharon-aneja-gautham-pingali/

Address consumer complaints within 8 hrs: TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has issued regulations of the quality of service and consumer complaint redressal mechanism for digital addressable cable television
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/consumer-complaints-to-be-addressed-within-8-hrs-trai/

Govt says RIL has no shareholding in media firms as of March 31
The Minister of Stare of Corporate Affairs responded to a question in the Rajya Sabha saying that RIL has no direct holding in media companies as of March 31, 2011
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/govt-says-ril-has-no-shareholding-in-media-firms-as-of-march-31/

UPA tenure sees surge in attempts on media curbs
A private member's bill, subsequently disowned by the ruling Congress, sought to empower the government to ban coverage of any event that may pose a threat to national security
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/upa-tenure-sees-surge-in-attempts-on-media-curbs/

DNA scores high in Brand Trust report
The Brand Trust Report 2012 has ranked DNA as India’s second most informative newspaper, India’s second most read newspaper and third most trusted newspaper brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/brand-trust-report-dna/

The Anchor: 5 reasons why astrology business is reasonably recession proof
When the chips are down, look at the stars. Hemang Arunbhai Pandit, founder-MD of Ganeshaspeaks.com, tells us why the astrological forecasting media is "reasonably" recession-proof
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-astrology-business-is-reasonably-recession-proof/

Debrief | Engaging stories from Airtel
It works. Songs often have stories behind them, and the singers recounting these tales makes the ads quite engaging
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-engaging-stories-from-airtel/

[MJR] TV leads to early onset of maddening rage
In Freaking News, which appears every Tuesday and Friday, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-tv-leads-to-early-onset-of-maddening-rage/

Stories on 14th May

1000 episodes, and counting!
A simple story and real emotions propelled Balika Vadhu (and Colors) to the top. The show completes a thousand episodes of airing tonight
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/1000-episodes-and-counting/

RAM releases the second Radio Listenership sweeps for 9 cities
First sweeps released in October 2011; Comparison shows interesting growth & changes in Radio Consumption for advertisers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ram-releases-the-second-radio-listenership-sweeps-for-9-cities/

DDB MudraMax bags duties for Ashok Leyland
The heavy vehicles business, said to be in the range of Rs25 crores, will be handled out of DDB MudraMax's Chennai office
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ddb-mudramax-bags-media-duties-for-ashok-leyland/

Can a Satyamev-like show be created for radio? Yes, say broadcasters
The next step forward for the industry should be attempts to create differentiation in content in order to create more appointment listeners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/can-a-satyamev-like-show-be-created-for-radio-yes-say-broadcasters/

TAM releases mid-week TVRs for SMJ
TAM released its mid-week ratings for the six metros with the show garnering a TVR of 3.79 on Star Plus and 0.43 for DD
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/tam-releases-mid-week-ratings-for-satyamev-jayate/

Bindass to host 'Generation Einstein' on May 14
Bindass will launch the Indian edition of the very successful book ‘Generation Einstein’ this evening with well-known international author and speaker Jeroen Boschma in attendance
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/bindass-to-host-generation-einstein-on-may-14/

Reviewing the Reviews: Ishaqzaade
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/reviewing-the-reviews-ishaqzaade/

Sera Bangali honours 13 progressive Bengalis who said no to negativity
This biggest, and most credible, award function felicitates eminent personalities who have not only achieved excellence in their respective fields but have also helped to bring Bengalin the national as well as international limelight
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/sera-bangali-honours-13-progressive-bengalis-who-said-no-to-negativity/

Mehmet Akay takes over as GM, Southern & Western India, Turkish Airlines
Mr Akay will be responsible for driving growth and expansion of the company's market share in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mehmet-akay-takes-over-as-gm-southern-western-india-turkish-airlines/

Tata Nano partners with MTV India for India's first Social Road Trip
Tata Nano will leverage the online medium to treat travel enthusiasts to a 20-day, over 2000 km drive
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/tata-nano-partners-with-mtv-india-for-indias-first-social-road-trip/

Tuborg now in an exciting new avatar
Breakthrough bottle innovation with the introduction of an all new packaging and visual identity
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/tuborg-now-in-an-exciting-new-avatar/

BIG RTL Thrill gears for launch and unveils logo
Logo unveils across Reliance Broadcast Network’s television bouquet on May 10
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/big-rtl-thrill-gears-for-launch-and-unveils-logo/

The Anchor: 5 Reasons why Brands get it wrong with the Youth
Work on an intelligent, creative and smart campaign without reading too much into youth behaviour because reality is that one will never ever be able to understand how these mindsets function, says Samyak Chakrabarty
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-brands-get-it-wrong-with-the-youth/

Anil Thakraney: Is Satyamev benefiting advertisers?
Because Satyamev’s content is highly sensational and extremely disturbing, audiences are unlikely to be receptive to the idea of pure commerce in that moment
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-is-satyamev-benefiting-advertisers/

[MJR] Pity the Poor Politician!
At a time when the Indian media is grappling with all sorts of issues and allegations, the Murdoch saga presents an interesting contrast
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-pity-the-poor-politician/

Stories on 11th May

Marketers may hay in Rural India
Bharat is keeping pace with India as consumption of fast moving consumer goods and durables rises in rural markets.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/marketers-may-hay-in-rural-india/

Ogilvy CEO Miles Young to be new chairman
Long time Ogilvy & Mather Chairman Shelly Lazarus decides to step down and move into the role of chairman emeritus.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ogilvy-ceo-miles-young-to-be-new-chairman/

Bindass to host 'Generation Einstein' on May 14; book release and CMO discussion
Mission Bush Fire' is an employee-led market execution and customer interaction exercise to get the home & personal care giant to connect with the market place.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/bindass-to-host-generation-einstein-on-may-14/

Lokmat aiming for, and racing towards growth
Lokmat Media Ltd has renamed its advertisement and circulation departments as AIM and RACE.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/lokmat-aiming-for-and-racing-towards-growth/

Differentiation & Innovation key to success, says Harshad Jain
The Business Head - Radio and Entertainment, HT Media Ltd speaks about on the consistency of his station's leadership status in Delhi, Phase III plans, radio play Gandhi and more.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/harshad-jain-fever-fm-interview/

By Invitation: Sundeep Nagpal | Will Satyamev Jayate work for advertisers?
The Aamir Khan mega-show is not about ratings alone - it's about an opportunity to build brand equity, which can be invaluable.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/by-invitation-sundeep-nagpal-will-satyamev-jayate-work-for-advertisers/

BIG RTL Thrill gears for launch and unveils logo
Logo unveils across Reliance Broadcast Network’s television bouquet on May 10.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/big-rtl-thrill-gears-for-launch-and-unveils-logo/

Dutch retailer Spar to end ties with Max
The two decided to part ways in India by the end of this year after they developed differences over expansion strategy.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/dutch-retailer-spar-to-end-ties-with-max/

Divya Bhaskar celebrates spirit of Gujarat enterprise with 'Young Turks'
Young Turks showcases 24 young entrepreneurs who have made a mark in the society with their innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/divya-bhaskar-releases-young-turks/

The Anchor: Raman Kalra on 5 reasons how tech is going to drive media and entertainment
With consumers of all ages embracing digital, the threat to traditional media is real, says Raman Kalra.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-raman-kalra-on-5-reasons-how-tech-is-going-to-drive-media-and-entertainment/

Anil Thakraney: Aamir, hope this isn't social tourism
Aamir scores far higher on parameters of good journalism. He's anchoring the show the way it should be anchored on the news channels.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-aamir-hope-this-isnt-social-tourism/

(MJR) Holier than thou Hindu takes on the Times
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-holier-than-thou-hindu-takes-on-the-times/

Stories on 10th May

Of Haldi, Chandan & all that makes Santoor
Success in consistently communicating the ageless skin story over 25 years has ensured Santoor is India's third largest soap brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/haldi-chandan-and-santoor/

MxM Exclusive: Satyamev Jayate impacts govt. Women & Child Dev Minister Krishna Tirath promises action, commends Aamir
A mother of three daughters, Women & Child Dev Minister Krishna Tirath commends Aamir Khan's Satyamev Jayate and promises action
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mxm-exclusive-satyamev-jayate-impacts-govt-women-child-dev-minister-krishna-tirath-promises-action-commends-aamir/

HUL to launch Mission Bushfire in 8 cities
Mission Bush Fire' is an employee-led market execution and customer interaction exercise to get the home & personal care giant to connect with the market place
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/hul-to-launch-mission-bushfire-2012-across-8-cities/

Taproot delivers a fragrant tale for 'Z talc'
The talc is from the stable of Argus Cosmetics, the manufacturers of a range of personal care products
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/taproot-delivers-a-fragrant-tale-for-z-talc/

Halfway through, IPL 5 ratings stabilize
At 3.40 TVR (CS 4+, all India), IPL 5 is faring poorly when compared to 2011 where it recorded a TVR of 3.54, 4.53 in 2010, 4.05 in 2009 and 4.72 in 2008
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/halfway-through-ipl-5-ratings-heading-towards-stabilization/

Content not big celebs get in numbers
The second season of DID L'il Masters premiered on April 28 with an opening of 5.8 TVR, as per the TAM figures
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/content-not-big-celebs-get-in-numbers/

Cable cos expect major hike in subscriber revs
Large cable distributors have said that one factor alone - a huge six-eight times hike in subscription revenues alone- would buttress their already profitable balance sheets
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/cable-cos-expect-major-hike-in-subscriber-revs/

Media Matrix by Paritosh Joshi: Valuing audiences
Media Matrix is a weekly column by Paritosh Joshi, that started last Thursday. Given his varied experience in the media and industry bodies, Mr Joshi, until recently CEO, Star CJ, will analyse issues concerning the business of media, measurement and research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/media-matrix-by-paritosh-joshi-valuing-audiences/

Hungama earns Facebook's 'Most Preferred Marketing Developer' badge
PMD badge in recognition to Hungama's commitment in the digital marketing space
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/hungama-earns-facebooks-most-preferred-marketing-developer-badge/

The Anchor: Mansi Sapre on 5 reasons why dubbed Hollywood movies work in India
Hollywoodmovies, when dubbed in Hindi or other Indian languages, reach higher number of audiences than in their original version, making them more mass, writes Mansi Sapre
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-mansi-sapre-on-5-reasons-why-dubbed-hollywood-movies-work-in-india/

Debrief: TOI Kerala: Much too cliche ridden
To start with, the ad is way too noisy. This is God's own country we are talking about, so perhaps there's a mystical, tranquil, classy way to handle things, notes Anil Thakraney
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-toi-kerala-much-too-cliche-ridden/

[MJR] The missing 'outrage' gene
Every Thursday, Ranjona Banerji writes about a grouse. Either spewing venom or tongue-in-cheek
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-the-missing-outrage-gene/

Stories on 9th May

AdEx 2011-12: Print grows 14%, TV 11%, Radio 0%
Presenting TAM AdEx data for TV, Print & Radio in Apr 2011-Mar 2012, courtesy TAM Media Research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/adex-2011-12-print-grows-14-tv-11-radio-0/

Shoppers at retail chains buy premium items
Modern retail shoppers seem to be less impacted by economic factors like inflation, high interest rates and slower growth, says Nielsen's April report
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/shoppers-at-retail-chains-buy-premium-items/

Red FM invites agencies to handle creative
Red FM has called for a creative pitch. Industry sources close to the development have confirmed the news to MxMIndia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/red-fm-invites-agencies-to-handle-creative-mandates/

Sanjay Thapar is new CEO of Bates India
Mr Thapar has now been entrusted with the ‘turnaround’ job at the ailing WPP agency that has seen some high profile movements in the last few months
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/sanjay-thapar-takes-over-as-the-new-ceo-of-bates-india/

Satyamev Jayate has started the debate again: Meena Sharma
Meena Sharma, bureau chief with Sahara Samay, talks about how the show could bring about a change on social issues
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/satyamev-jayate-has-started-the-debate-again-meena-sharma/

Manish Bharil joins Madison Media as GM
He will lead the Britannia account in Madison Media Omega based in Bangalore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/manish-bharil-joins-madison-media-as-gm/

53 Days to D-Day | Govt addresses industry concerns over digitization
The necessary provisions have been incorporated in the Cable Television Networks (Amendment) Rules, 2012 to take care of these concerns
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/govt-addresses-industry-concerns-over-digitisation/

Nearly 10 lakh STBs ready for Kolkata
Of the total requirement of about 35 lakhs STBs, over 5 lakhs STBs have already been installed, about 4 lakhs STBs are available in the stock which are being installed and the orders have already been issued for the balance requirements of STBs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/nearly-10-lakh-stbs-ready-for-kolkata/

Cornelia Kunze is Vice Chair, Edelman APAC
Ms Kunze will have a particular remit to help develop the consumer and brand planning offer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/edelman-appoints-cornelia-kunze-vice-chairman-edelman-asiapacific/

Vogue announces first fashion fund with FDCI
The Vogue Fashion Fund is a global initiative that will put the spotlight on the country’s next generation of outstanding design talent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/vogue-announces-first-fashion-fund-with-fdci/

New Samsung home appliance TVC brings in "ek fresh soch"
Brand ambassador Priyanka Chopra exemplifies her role as a catalyst of change
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/new-samsung-home-appliance-tvc-brings-in-ek-fresh-soch/

The Anchor: Sudarshan Banerjee on 5 things an agency must always do (according to the client)
It's the client's brand. That is the brand's identity. The client isn't paying for your creative aesthetics or for your smart headlines, says Sudarshan Banerjee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-sudarshan-banerjee-on-5-things-an-agency-must-always-do-according-to-the-client/

Anil Thakraney: Bring Rajani back!
The biggest challenge would be to find a girl who can match Priya Tendulkar’s pleasing persona and chutzpah. But it can be done
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-bring-rajani-back/