Stories on 31st Dec 14

The Mediaah! Dubious Achievement & Yearend Awards 2014
Presenting the much-awaited Awards that you find only on MxMIndia every year!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/the-mediaah-dubious-achievement-yearend-awards-2014/

Sanjeev Kotnala: So what's your Resolution for 2015?
Resolutions take birth, fully aware of their short life. This destined death makes the process of creation a lot more interesting, writes Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sanjeev-kotnala-so-whats-your-resolution-for-2015/

Letter from MxMIndia: A Year of Consolidation
The previous year was a horrible one for us. Annus Horribilis, we called it. Twenty-fifteen was pretty good in comparison. Even if the bucks hadn't turned big, the mood was upbeat. The annual year-end letter from Pradyuman Maheshwari
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/letter-from-mxmindia-a-year-of-consolidation/

No edition day on Thu, Jan 1
Our offices will be closed from the afternoon of today (December 31) to the evening of January 1. Hence, there will be no edition tomorrow (on January 1, 2015.)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/no-edition-day-on-thu-jan-1/

14 Ways to Beat the New Year Eve's Hangover!
Try this self-help guide to beat the New Year Eve hangover to beat the headache, nausea, wooziness...
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/14-ways-to-beat-the-new-year-eves-hangover/

Veteran journalist BG Verghese passes away
BG Verghese, veteran journalist and former editor of The Times of India, Hindustan Times and The Indian Express passed away in New Delhi on Tuesday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/veteran-journalist-bg-verghese-passes-away/

Retirement not to affect popularity, Brand Mahendra Singh Dhoni is not over, say experts
Dhoni has been one of the top brands in India over the past few years, endorsing close to 20 brands such as Pepsi, Reebok, Aircel, Gulf Oil, Star Sports, Reebok Amrapali Developers and many more

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/retirement-not-to-affect-popularity-brand-mahendra-singh-dhoni-is-not-over-say-experts/

Stories on 30th Dec 14

Seven Mantras for Change: Saurabh Varma
The level of innovation or change we have thrust on ourselves is close to zero. Straightspeak by the CEO of the Leo Group, India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/seven-mantras-for-change-saurabh-varma/

Have you sent your nominations for the Mediaah! Dubious Achievement Awards 2014?
Inviting entries for the 'dubious' and other yearending awards which will be 'presented' on MxMIndia tomorrow, December 31
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/have-you-sent-your-nominations-for-the-mediaah-dubious-achievement-awards-2014/

Google pays tribute to e-commerce delivery boys
The video by O&M, Mumbai, captures the key role that delivery boys play in an e-commerce ecosystem
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/google-pays-tribute-to-e-commerce-delivery-boys/

MobiKwik appoints Mrinal Sinha as Head of Strategy
At MobiKwik, he will helm the strategic roadmap with the management, identifying key opportunities for talent and technology acquisition, fostering crucial alliances and kick starting new revenue lines within the company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mobikwik-appoints-mrinal-sinha-as-head-of-strategy/

YuppTV takes Zee TV to Singapore
YuppTV now delivers 200+ Indian TV Channels worldwide in 12 Indian languages, as Live TV, and 10 days of Catch-up TV

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/yupptv-takes-zee-tv-to-singapore/

Stories on 29th Dec 14

Outlook for 2015
Industry captains Pratap Bose, Rohit Ohri, Shashi Sinha and CVL Srinivas on the year ahead
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/outlook-for-2015/

Ranjona Banerji: Life Before Narendra Modi and Life After
Whether it's Narendra Modi whom I don't like or Roger Federer whom I adore, media fandom is deeply embarrassing, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-life-before-narendra-modi-and-life-after/

Personal care drives FMCG business on rural push
According to Nielsen data, the category with the maximum reach or penetration is shampoos at 79 per cent, followed closely by biscuits at 78 per cent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/personal-care-drives-fmcg-business-on-rural-push/

Linen Lintas powers new campaign for CarDekho.com
The new campaign has given birth to a character called 'Mr. I Know' and takes forward the earlier story of 'sunona hi dekho'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/linen-lintas-powers-new-campaign-for-cardekho-com/

RAM ratings for Week 50 (+Top Shows of the Week 50)
Presenting RAM numbers for Week 50 - that's December 7 to 13, 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ram-ratings-for-week-%e2%80%8b50-top-shows-of-the-week-%e2%80%8b50/

ASCI unveils 'Swachh Ads Abhiyan' on National Consumers Day
The campaign was initiated across various social platforms like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/asci-unveils-swachh-ads-abhiyan-on-national-consumers-day/

Snapdeal enters into strategic tie-up with Hungama
Nine weeks of Premium Hungama PRO app will be free with purchases on Snapdeal's mobile app
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/snapdeal-enters-into-strategic-tie-up-with-hungama/

Amith Prabhu: Fourteen must reads in 2014
A list of fourteen articles published in the last twelve months in various portals relevant to the profession, compiled by Amith Prabhu

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/amith-prabhu-fourteen-must-reads-in-2014/

Stories on 24th Dec 14

Dear Santa...
Santa Claus is comin' to town! So we asked some industry captains to tell us what goodies they would like Uncle Santa to bring them this Dec 25
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/dear-santa/

Advertisers move to tweets & FB posts in regional languages
Several advertisers including Pepsi-Co, Bharti Airtel, suiting brand OCM and winery Sula Vineyards say use of regional languages in social media campaigns gives them much higher resonance than the same thing in English
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/advertisers-move-to-tweets-fb-posts-in-regional-languages/

Percept One CEO Shiv Sethuraman resigns
The former TBWA India Group CEO has quit just six months after taking over the job
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/percept-one-ceo-shiv-sethuraman-resigns/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Redefining the Store - the Five Senses Brand Website
Consumers today use retail stores to walk in, see, feel, talk, eat, smell and even compare the products. They then order it on the e-commerce site, notes Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sanjeev-kotnala-redefining-the-store-the-five-senses-brand-website/

Merry X'mas. We are closed from Dec 25 thru 28. See you next Monday
We wish our readers a very Merry Christmas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/merry-xmas-we-are-closed-from-dec-25-thru-28-see-you-next-monday/

Sonakshi Sinha stars for Relaxo Flite chappals
Relaxo has signed on Bollywood diva Sonakshi Sinha to endorse its Flite collection in a TVC-led campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sonakshi-sinha-stars-for-relaxo-flite-chappals/

Hakuhodo Percept creates TVC for Century Laminates
Century Laminates marked its debut into television advertising with a new campaign created by Hakuhodo Percept
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/hakuhodo-percept-creates-tvc-for-century-laminates/

Arun Aggarwal is back at ITV  as Group CFO
As part of the Group CFO mandate, he will be overseeing all aspects of financial operations for the network

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/arun-aggarwal-is-back-at-itv-as-group-cfo/

Stories on 23rd Dec 14

Digital awaits breakthrough: Shashi Sinha
If FMCG revenues don't improve and they don't start spending, then we could be in trouble, says  the IPG Mediabrands CEO looking back at 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/digital-awaits-breakthrough-shashi-sinha/

Ranjona Banerji: News TV in a permanent state of end-of-the-world-ness
We have seen much of the media in thrall and awe of the former Gujarat chief minister and now leader of the free world, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-news-tv-in-a-permanent-state-of-end-of-the-world-ness/

Happy New Year awaits FMCG companies
Nielsen expects the fast-moving consumer goods market to grow 7 per cent in 2014, 10 per cent in 2015 and about 12 per cent in 2016
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/happy-new-year-awaits-fmcg-companies/

Concept Communication acquires majority stake in Liqvd Asia
Liqvd Asia's clients include Celkon Mobile, Axis Bank, Benetton, LifeCell, Lonely Planet, Sennheiser, Kalpataru, Glanbia plc and Adidas Originals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/concept-communication-acquires-majority-stake-in-liqvd-asia/

Lowe's new campaign for Flipkart spreads happiness
The campaign titled 'Iss Mein Hai Kisi Ki Khushi' aims to bring alive the magical moments that emanate by shopping on the Flipkart mobile app
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/lowes-new-campaign-for-flipkart-spreads-happiness/

'Jagaiye apne andar ka officer' with Officer's Choice new anthem
Leading singer Shaan brings heartfelt message to life with a soulful video

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/jagaiye-apne-andar-ka-officer-with-officers-choice-new-anthem/

Stories on 22nd Dec 14

Get set for the Mediaah! Dubious Achievement Awards 2014
Inviting entries for the 'dubious' awards which will be 'presented' on MxMIndia on December 31
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/get-set-for-the-mediaah-dubious-achievement-awards-2014/

Reliance Retail to start online sales of smartphones, laptops and televisions
Reliance Retail will focus on customer experience, installation and service support through its inhouse service network, Reliance resQ, to woo online customers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/reliance-retail-to-start-online-sales-of-smartphones-laptops-and-televisions/

Disney launches new reality-based content to target kids and young parents
The company is targeting people in the age group of 4-34, with an eye on expanding advertisers’ base and revenue
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/disney-launches-new-reality-based-content-to-target-kids-and-young-parents/

Airtel launches 'WynkMusic' TVC campaign
Wynk Music is a carrier agnostic music application for mobile that offers an integrated mobile music experience with full track audio streaming, cache downloads, etc
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/airtel-launches-wynkmusic-tvc-campaign/

Ajit Thakur quits Life OK, may get into a film studio
Although there is no official intimation, it is reliably learnt that Mr Thakur was joining a movie studio at a senior position
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ajit-thakur-quits-life-ok-may-get-into-a-film-studio/

RAM ratings for Week 49
RAM numbers for Week 49 - that's November 30 to December 6, 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ram-ratings-for-week-4%e2%80%8b9-2/

Amith Prabhu: A book to remember because the PRactice of PR in India has so few
Aptly titled PRactice what you PReach, Vikram Kharvi's book is a peek into the intriguing world of public relations by a young professional who has worked both in-house and in a consultancy

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/amith-prabhu-a-book-to-remember-because-the-practice-of-pr-in-india-has-so-few/

Stories on 19th Dec 14

Embracing the New Consumer
CVL Srinivas, Rajiv Verma and Shashi Sinha address the Ad Club's Media Review in Gurgaon last evening
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/embracing-the-new-consumer/

Shailesh Kapoor: Time To Reinvent The Movie Marketing Template
There is no reason why film marketing should not follow proven conventions of classical marketing, such as segmentation, targeting, positioning and media mix, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/shailesh-kapoor-time-to-reinvent-the-movie-marketing-template/

Ranjona Banerji: Pak-bashing takes a break given Peshwar...
... but not for long since when it comes to Pakistan in India, high emotions will always win over everything else, including cynicism, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-pak-bashing-takes-a-break-given-peshwar/

Ogilvy & Mather powers government initiative to save 25,000 mw of electricity
The first TV commercial of the campaign, with 'Bijli Bachao, Desh Banao' tagline, was unveiled on December 14 to mark the national energy conservation day
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ogilvy-mather-powers-government-initiative-to-save-25000-mw-of-electricity/

Sonal Dabral to lead Direct Lotus Jury at Adfest 2015
'Be Bad' is the theme of Adfest 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sonal-dabral-to-lead-direct-lotus-jury-at-adfest-2015/

Times TV appoints Sandeep Bharadwaj as Head Distribution
He will strategize and implement growth drivers for the network
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/times-television-network-appoints-sandeep-bharadwaj-as-head-distribution/

Mahindra Holidays unveils Club Mahindra Teddy Travelogues
The first issue of the e-zine was unveiled by actor,Tisca Chopra along with Arun Nanda, Chairman, Mahindra Holidays
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mahindra-holidays-unveils-club-mahindra-teddy-travelogues/

HBO announces 'selfie' contest for viewers
One winner will see the video of his/her selfie being launched from the ground to space
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/hbo-announces-selfie-contest-for-viewers/

Stories on 18th Dec 14

Bra ads out in the open
Indian sexuality comes out of the closet, lingerie ads mix fun and functionality
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/bra-ads-out-in-the-open/

Hrithik Roshan will no longer be the face of Joyalukkas
The Kochi-based jewellery retailer Joyalukkas has decided to turn to a "mature and established actress" to endorse its brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/hrithik-roshan-will-no-longer-be-the-face-of-joyalukkas/

Nestle India enters into an agreement with Magic Bus India Foundation
The partnership will enable Nestlé to reach out to 50,000 adolescents in a year, across metros, raising awareness about Nutrition Health and Wellness
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/nestle-india-enters-into-an-agreement-with-magic-bus-india-foundation/

Ogilvy unveils new campaign for IndiaProperty.com
The aim was to make the communication capture the psyche of a first-time home buyer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ogilvy-unveils-new-campaign-for-indiaproperty-com/

Karbonn comes on board as Title Sponsor for DG India Tour 2014
The award-winning DJ would be performing in Delhi on 19th and in Bangalore on 21st Dec, 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/karbonn-comes-on-board-as-title-sponsor-for-dg-india-tour-2014/

Yepme unveils #freshfashion with Shah Rukh Khan
the brand has launched its hash tag "#freshfashion" digital campaign to engage its customers and promote their fresh fashion range

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/yepme-unveils-freshfashion-with-shah-rukh-khan/

Stories on 17th Dec 14

Radio City is now a Jagran company
Well, almost. Meanwhile, Radio Mantra, a venture promoted by Jagran promoters, is like to be merged with Music Broadcast Private Ltd
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/radio-city-is-now-a-jagran-company/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Letter from a Paranoid Consumer to a Brand Manager: Trust broken, I read every word that you utter with fear
The communication and relationship that should be improving with time and technology is becoming frustrating and irritating
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sanjeev-kotnala-letter-from-a-paranoid-consumer-to-a-brand-manager-trust-broken-i-read-every-word-that-you-utter-with-fear/

Tushar Vyas to discuss digital at IAA Webinar on Dec 19
To be held on Friday, December 19 at 4pm
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/tushar-vyas-to-discuss-digital-at-iaa-webinar-on-dec-19/

iTV appoints Manoj Jagyasi as Biz Head, Regional Channels
As part of his new role, Manoj will be responsible for sales activities at the Network
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/itv-appoints-manoj-jagyasi-as-biz-head-regional-channels/

Google introduces Hindi ads on its Display Network
In early November this year, Google had announced the launch of the Indian Language Internet Alliance
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/google-introduces-hindi-ads-on-its-display-network/

Grasshoppers India to handle creative biz of Aquionics International
The brand is looking at strengthening its position in the retail space

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/grasshoppers-india-to-handle-creative-biz-of-aquionics-international/

Stories on 16th Dec 14

Zee TV will always stand for Ummeed
Q&A with Pradeep Hejmadi, Biz Head, Zee TV as the 22-year-old GEC goes in for a brand refresh with a new identity and viewer proposition
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/zee-tv-will-always-stand-for-ummeed/

Colosceum, Ormax unveil consumer-created fiction shows in India
Only shows that have tested exceptionally well, with more than 85 per cent probability of success, will be presented to broadcasters
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/colosceum-ormax-unveil-consumer-created-fiction-shows-in-india/

Ranjona Banerji: Tiny cracks emerging in Delhi's media's love for Modi govt
... though we are still in the laudatory stages where every word and action of the prime minister is treated like signs from the Almighty on High, especially on TV, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-tiny-cracks-emerging-in-delhis-medias-love-for-modi-govt/

Dynel LED Lights ropes in Bang in the Middle
Dynel will launch a range of differentiated LED lamps across spectrum of residential and commercial applications
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/dynel-led-lights-ropes-in-bang-in-the-middle/

Carlton takes 'The New Face of Business' route in new campaign
A leading global luggage brand, Carlton reflects the very best of British design and innovation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/carlton-takes-the-new-face-of-business-route-in-new-campaign/

Titan Raga celebrates confidence of today's woman in new TVC
The latest Raga film tells the story of one such woman and her chance meeting with a past love at an international airport lounge while both are travelling on business trips

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/titan-raga-celebrates-confidence-of-todays-woman-in-new-tvc/

Stories on 15th Dec 14

Two better than One?
Does endorsement from multiple celebrities at the same time help a brand? Like how TAG Heuer has roped in Ranbir Kapoor in addition to Shah Rukh Khan
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/two-better-than-one/

Dhunji Wadia to take charge of Rediff, will continue to be on top of Everest too
Rediffusion Y&R has announced that Dhunji Wadia will be President of the agency. He will continue in his role as President of Everest Brand Solutions
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/dhunji-wadia-to-take-charge-of-rediff-will-continue-to-be-on-top-of-everest-too/

Zee refreshes look, adopts core proposition of 'Har Lamha Nayi Ummeed'
The channel has brought on board music composers Salim Sulaiman to compose an upbeat and memorable audio composition
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/zee-refreshes-look-adopts-core-proposition-of-har-lamha-nayi-ummeed/

RK Arora joins News Nation as CEO
He will spearhead overall responsibility of strategic and operational management of the News Nation Network and will oversee the group's portfolio of assets spanning news broadcasting
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/rk-arora-joins-news-nation-as-ceo/

MEC, FreeCharge explore new smart messaging platform
1,00,000 consumers across, Mumbai, Bangalore & Pune will receive a message, which will play the FreeCharge video directly without requiring the consumer to click on a link
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mec-freecharge-explore-new-smart-messaging-platform/

Lowe Lintas unveils another marriage-centered campaign for Tanishq
The campaign revolves around the core idea of 'Whatever be the wedding, we are ready'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/lowe-lintas-unveils-another-marriage-centered-campaign-for-tanishq/

Effies 2014 receives highest number of entries ever
The event made a modest beginning with 53 entries in the year 2001 and now in its 14th year it has received the highest number of entries at 465
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/effies-2014-receives-highest-number-of-entries-ever/

Amith Prabhu: What to do when hit by a Reputation Crisis
Here's an eight-step guide to dealing with a crisis with maturity: Be Alert, Admit mistake, Apologise genuinely, Act fair, shun Arrogance, Advertise remedies, Accept criticism, Allow questions

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/amith-prabhu-what-to-do-when-hit-by-a-reputation-crisis/

Stories on 12th Dec 14

Global brands change partners for more reach in India
A host of luxe brands are revisiting their India businesses by tweaking one of the most important factors - the local partner
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/global-brands-change-partners-for-more-reach-in-india/

Shailesh Kapoor: DDLJ: A Thousand Weeks, A Million Memories
If any Indian filmmaker, however big a stalwart, wants to make the greatest love story of Indian cinema, he would know his benchmark is set incredibly high, writes Shailesh Kapoor. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/shailesh-kapoor-ddlj-a-thousand-weeks-a-million-memories/

YouTube launches buffer-free offline video service
The new offline feature lets people watch videos for short periods of low connectivity or no internet connection. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/youtube-launches-buffer-free-offline-video-service/

RBNL unveils dedicated divisions for trade & account planning
It will be led by Sunil Kumaran, Network Strategy and Services Head - Reliance Broadcast Network. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/rbnl-unveils-dedicated-divisions-for-trade-account-planning/

ZEEL appoints Anjana Kshetry as Head - Brand Solutions, Zee Digital
Anjana will be working in close coordination with the India Web Portal, Ditto TV and Zee Digital teams. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=69875

Adlabs Imagica unveils third campaign promoting the popular theme park
The campaign conveys the stories of people from all walks of life who visit the magical world of Imagica. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=69872

TAM numbers for Hindi & Regional Channels in Week 49
Presenting TAM data for Week 49 (November 30 to Dec 6, 2014) for various Hindi and Regional Entertainment Channels in select India markets
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/tam-numbers-for-hindi-regional-channels-in-week-49/

Stories on 11th Dec 14

Major change in portrayal of women in ads: IAA-Hansa study
Even as winds of change are blowing, objectification is still prevalent.  56% believe men normally judge women on beauty & sex appeal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/major-change-in-portrayal-of-women-in-ads-iaa-hansa-study/

Maximising on Bond way for life:Saurabh Yagnik
Q&A Saurabh Yagnik, Saurabh Yagnik, Executive Vice-president and Business Head, Sony PIX & AXN India on the ongoing 'Pix School of Bonding' campaign with Sania Mirza is doing for the channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/maximising-on-bond-way-for-lifesaurabh-yagnik/

Online retailers like Flipkart, Snapdeal turn marketing focus to mobiles
As more and more consumers move to mobile, search engine and display advertising have been slowing on digital
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/online-retailers-like-flipkart-snapdeal-turn-marketing-focus-to-mobiles/

RK Swamy unveils new campaign for IndusInd Bank
Video Branch is a first-of-its-kind service in India and the right communication is key to its success in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/rk-swamy-unveils-new-campaign-for-indusind-bank/

Zivame unveils series of infomercials to promote best practices in lingerie usage
Spurred by survey that reveals a host of ill-informed lingerie decisions by women in India Zivame to launch infomercials to make women aware about desirable lingerie habits
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/zivame-unveils-series-of-infomercials-to-promote-best-practices-in-lingerie-usage/

MasterCard out with another 'priceless' campaign
This is the third 'Priceless Surprises' campaign presented by MasterCard in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mastercard-out-with-another-priceless-campaign/

Wego unveils key travel trends across APAC & Middle East
The survey notes that Malaysian travellers continue their love affair with their favourite holiday destinations throughout Asia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/wego-unveils-key-travel-trends-across-apac-middle-east/

Stories on 10th Dec 14

Global adspend growth down to 3.9% in 2014. Forecast for 2015: 4.9%
GroupM brings down 2014 global adspend forecast downward to 3.9% growth. Global growth will be 4.9% in 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/global-adspend-growth-down-to-3-9-in-2014-forecast-for-2015-4-9/

Small budget okay for effective advertising: APAC Effie & GfK study
APAC Effie, in collaboration with GfK, has released the APAC Effie 2014 Report, an analysis that reveals key insights and trends on effective marketing communication strategies through a study of the APAC Effie Awards cases
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/small-budget-okay-for-effective-advertising-apac-effie-gfk-study/

RK Arora exits iTV network
iTV Network Group CEO RK Arora has resigned after a two-odd-year stint first as CEO and since last year as Group CEO
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/rk-swamy-unveils-new-campaign-for-indusind-bank/

Sanjeev Kotnala: LESSONS WASTED: You need to protect yourself
Following the Uber incident, risking being called prudish and unprogressive, Sanjeev Kotnala shares what he asks every female acquaintance to follow
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sanjeev-kotnala-lessons-wasted-you-need-to-protect-yourself/

Amagi announces launch of ad monetization platforms
They are uniquely designed for TV Networks whose satellite feeds cover countries outside its origin
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/amagi-announces-launch-of-ad-monetization-platforms/

Mountain Dew appoints new brand ambassadors
The campaign will be supported by a thematic TVC that shows both the actors overcoming their personal 'Mountain of Fears'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mountain-dew-appoints-new-brand-ambassadors/

Stories on 9th Dec 14

ZenithOptimedia forecasts adspend to grow 12% in 2015, 10.7% in 2014-12-09
The media agency network says global adspend will grow 5% in 2015 and 6% in 2016
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/zenithoptimedia-forecasts-adspend-to-grow-12-in-2015-10-7-in-2014-12-09/

Will 'PK' see film producers break broadcaster unity on film buys
Producers Raju Hirani and Vidhu Vinod Chopra feel Aamir Khan will work his magic for them
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/will-pk-see-film-producers-break-broadcaster-unity-on-film-buys/

Ranjona Banerji: Is it okay to blame TV for Suhel Seth's insulting comments on VIren Rasquinha?
It is very tempting here to blame television for making heroes out of, to use Suhel Seth's favourite word here, dolts, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-is-it-okay-to-blame-tv-for-suhel-seths-insulting-comments-on-viren-rasquinha/

Dish TV hooks up with Concentrix
The collaboration will help in enriching customer service
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/dish-tv-hooks-up-with-concentrix/

Yahoo announces Year in Review India 2014
YIR is based on users' daily search habits and an editorial selection of what they read, recommended and shared most on Yahoo in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/yahoo-announces-year-in-review-india-2014/

Leo Burnett, TAT take new approach to tourism advertising
The film currently stands at over 1.8 million views and the number of views continue to grow
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/leo-burnett-tat-take-new-approach-to-tourism-advertising/

ASCI hauls up 105 misleading ads
Out of 105 advertisements against which complaints were upheld, 44 belonged to Personal and Healthcare category, followed by the Education category with 43 advertisements
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/asci-hauls-up-105-misleading-ads/

'Banao Pyaar se' says JSW Cement in new campaign
The plot is a heartfelt story of a true labour of love
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/banao-pyaar-se-says-jsw-cement-in-new-campaign/

Stories on 8th Dec 14

Adspend grew 13.2% in 2014, forecast for 2015: 13.3%:MagnaGlobal
India most dynamic among the four BRICs as per the media major's forecast + Interview with Venkatesh S, EVP, Director Intelligence Practice
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/adspend-grew-13-2-in-2014-forecast-for-2015-13-3magnaglobal/

Mediaah! HuffPost and Times of India -- Great Match or Mismatch?
Do we think HuffPo India it has a future and is the Times of India-HuffPo marriage the right match or a mismatch, asks Pradyuman Maheshwari in Mediaah!.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mediaah-huffpost-and-times-of-india-great-match-or-mismatch/

Havas Worldwide appoints Nirmalya Sen as CEO
No change is planned for the agency's management committee in India. He will report to Juan Rocamora, Chairman/CEO of Havas WW Asia Pacific.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/havas-worldwide-appoints-nirmalya-sen-as-ceo/

Lowe Lintas + Partners announces second edition of its apprenticeship program - LLAP 2
The second batch of LLAP will start on July 1, 2015 with the recruitment process currently underway.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/lowe-lintas-partners-announces-second-edition-of-its-apprenticeship-program-llap-2/

TAM numbers for Hindi & Regional Channels in Week 48
Presenting TAM data for Week 48 (November 23 to 29) for various Hindi and Regional Entertainment Channels in select India markets.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/tam-numbers-for-hindi-regional-channels-in-week-48/

RAM ratings for Week 47
Presenting RAM numbers for Week 47 - that's November 16 to 22, 2014.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ram-ratings-for-week-4%e2%80%8b7/

Amith Prabhu: People make our business
We are only as good as the people who come in to PR and make a difference. The better we are the more respect we will command, writes Amith Prabhu.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/amith-prabhu-people-make-our-business/

Johari family buys back MaXposure Media from Gruner + Jahr
The Johari family started MaXposure in 2006 and scaled it to be one of the largest magazine publishers in India.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/johari-family-buys-back-maxposure-media-from-gruner-jahr/

Celkon hands over digital mandate to Liqvd Asia
The company will now be handling the entire digital mandate for this brand.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/celkon-hands-over-digital-mandate-to-liqvd-asia/

5th edition of Big Star Entertainment Awards announced
The first awards of the season will be a 100 per cent people?s choice offering, right from the nominations to the final winners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/5th-edition-of-big-star-entertainment-awards-announced/

Stories on 5th Dec 14

Announcing!  Punit Goenka is Mediaahperson of the Year and Uday Shankar is Mediaahperson of the Decade
The two industry leaders have done some splendid work making them worthy winners of the awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/announcing-punit-goenka-is-mediaahperson-of-the-year-and-uday-shankar-is-mediaahperson-of-the-decade/

Shailesh Kapoor: GECs' Latest Challenge: The Urban Itch
The conflicts in many of the current crop of GEC shows are based on premises that are essentially against the core of the much-revered Indian culture, notes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/shailesh-kapoor-gecs-latest-challenge-the-urban-itch/

Ranjona Banerji: Chutney journalism on news telly?
TV, as we have all had drummed into us by now, operates on a different spectrum. It is a hungry, demanding master which wants to be fed constantly and instantly, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-chutney-journalism-on-news-telly/

Ogilvy to handle creative communications for Brand Bhaskar
Brand Bhaskar is a leader in print readership operating in the highest growth markets in India, being an integral part of daily lives of 19.8 million readers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ogilvy-to-handle-creative-communications-for-brand-bhaskar/

Now get Candy Crush Saga clothes, bags, shoes and even candies
Candy Crush to launch designer clothes, handbags; inks licensing deal with Dream Theatre
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/now-get-candy-crush-saga-clothes-bags-shoes-and-even-candies/

Lowe Lintas unveils new campaign for TaxiForSure
TaxiforSure becomes India's first taxi player to announce a 360 degree brand campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/lowe-lintas-unveils-new-campaign-for-taxiforsure/

Shine launches new advertising campaign
Shine.com has also added exclusive features on its mobile app that lets candidates leverage their personal networks to find people in companies where they want a job
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/shine-launches-new-advertising-campaign/

Jury announces the winners of Mumbai Moments 2015
The images for the contest are required to capture Mumbai's mood
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/jury-announces-the-winners-of-mumbai-moments-2015/

Mindshare, Google team up and launch 'Search As Signal'
Mindshare Introduces 'Search As SignalTM' and brings Google Search Insights to THE LOOP
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mindshare-google-team-up-and-launch-search-as-signal/

FCB Ulka Digital and Tata Value Homes unveil 'One Nation One Price' proposition
Home buying is still a long struggle accentuated by problems such as tedious booking procedures, lack of trust, no transparency

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/fcb-ulka-digital-and-tata-value-homes-unveil-one-nation-one-price-proposition/

Stories on 4th Dec 14

India's all-new Adtech Superpower
SVG Media acquires Networkplay Media for over Rs 92 crore, turns India's largest adtech firm
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/indias-all-new-adtech-superpower/

'Aap Ki Adalat' puts up mega show on eve of 21st anniversary
The top highlights of the evening included PM's Modi's heartful recollection of his experiences with Aap Ki Adalat
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/aap-ki-adalat-puts-up-mega-show-on-eve-of-21st-anniversary/

FCB Ulka appoints Tushar Pal as Creative Director
He looks forward to some great opportunities and help raise the creative bar on our key clients
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/fcb-ulka-appoints-tushar-pal-as-creative-director/

Pramod Sharma joins Soho Square as Senior CD
He has worked previously at Ogilvy, Dentsu, Percept-Hakuhodo  and DDB Mudra
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/pramod-sharma-joins-soho-square-as-senior-cd/

Senior Editor Rupali Mehra moves on from Times Now
The primetime anchor was part of the start-up team of the channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/senior-editor-rupali-mehra-moves-on-from-times-now/

Platinum Media wins Lenskart Media AOR
Lenskart.com, India's largest online retailer of fashionable and stylish eyewear has appointed Platinum Media, a part of Madison Media Group as its media agency

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/platinum-media-wins-lenskart-media-aor/

Stories on 3rd Dec 14

Allwyn Fernandes, RIP
One of the most respected PR professionals in India, the veteran journalist-turned-PR practitioner passed away in Mumbai yesterday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/allwyn-fernandes-rip/

Hero signs up Tiger Woods as brand ambassador at Rs 200cr
Hero MotoCorp, the world's No. 1 two-wheeler manufacturer by volumes, has roped in Tiger Woods as its brand ambassador in a four-year deal pegged at Rs 200 crore, making it the most expensive celebrity endorsement yet for an Indian company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/hero-signs-up-tiger-woods-as-brand-ambassador-at-rs-200cr/

Allen Solly appoints Jack in the Box Worldwide as Digital AOR
Allen Sollywill be their second mandate from the Aditya Birla Group after Louis Philippe
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/allen-solly-appoints-jack-in-the-box-worldwide-as-digital-aor/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Letter from a Consumer to a Marketer: I am Promiscuous because you are a Flirt
I am tired of listening to your mechanised bitch of a secretary: the IVR system. She has been working too much with your CRM but is no good...  Do you think I give a F***, writes Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/sanjeev-kotnala-letter-from-a-consumer-to-a-marketer-i-am-promiscuous-because-you-are-a-flirt/

IAA to host seminar on 'Changing Gender Frames'
Seminar to be addressed by advertising, media & marketing leaders on Wednesday, December 10, 2-6pm, Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/iaa-to-host-seminar-on-changing-gender-frames/

Damon Johnson appointed SVP - Business Development at YuppTV
Damon Johnson brings with him over two decades of valuable industry experience
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/damon-johnson-appointed-svp-business-development-at-yupptv/

ET Now to host 2nd India Economic Conclave in New Delhi
The biggest thought leadership platform will see the confluence of India's Brightest Minds~

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/et-now-to-host-2nd-india-economic-conclave-in-new-delhi/

Stories on 2nd Dec 14

Upclose with Rohit Ohri, Dentsu India
It was the opportunity that attracted him to the Exec Chairman job a little over three years back. And he's made the most of it!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/upclose-with-rohit-ohri-dentsu-india/

HDFC Life unveils new ad campaign
For the first time makes use of illusion technique to connect with a niche investor segment
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/hdfc-life-unveils-new-ad-campaign/

Ranjona Banerji: Sympathy for the ill-informed DD anchor?
Once it was obvious just how she couldn’t cope, why didn’t DD take her off air? Surely, a few more skills are required in this job than a pretty face, asks Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-sympathy-for-the-ill-informed-dd-anchor/

'Make love without fear', urges Durex via new campaign
Partners with Creativeland Asia and MTV on World AIDS Day
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/make-love-without-fear-urges-durex-via-new-campaign/

'Your car, your wishes', exclaims BOI in new campaign
The campaign is for the Bank of India Vehicle Loan unit and has been shot by Pradeep Sarkar while the Production House is Apocalypse Filmworks
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/your-car-your-wishes-exclaims-boi-in-new-campaign/

Raman Kumar to direct Big Magic show
Titled 'Bal Gopal Kare Dhamaal', the show will explore the equation between the common man and young Krishna in a modern-day setting
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/raman-kumar-to-direct-big-magic-show/

Bibhash Jha appointed Head - Content & Carriage at SITI Cable
Jha will be based at the Corporate Office of SITI Cable, Noida
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/bibhash-jha-appointed-head-content-carriage-at-siti-cable/

AdStrat: DDB Mudra unveils second phase of Volkswagen's Polo campaign
DDB Mudra West has used the New Polo's USP of '1.5L TDI engine' to great use in its proposition: Power, when you need it
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/adstrat-ddb-mudra-unveils-second-phase-of-volkswagens-polo-campaign/

Himalaya Herbals unveils series of campaigns around new products
Natural and Pure emerge as strong messages in its new TVCs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/himalaya-herbals-unveils-series-of-campaigns-around-new-products/

Asian Paints launches 'Varna Maalai'
Launches unique TV serial colour combination guide designed exclusively for Tamil Nadu

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/asian-paints-launches-varna-maalai/

Stories on 1st Dec 14

Storytelling in the age of Digital
Straight talk on technology with Gaston Legorburu, ED and Worldwide CCO at Sapient Nitro
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/storytelling-in-the-age-of-digital/

mid-day bids goodbye to Pune edition
Mumbai daily mid-day has stopped publishing from Pune. Friday, November 28 was the last day of the Pune edition
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/mid-day-bids-goodbye-to-pune-edition/

With 18k vacancies, DD officials blame gaffes on 'adhocism'
Doordarshan has over 18,000 vacancies, which has led to the disintegration of the programming section, say officials at Prasar Bharti
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/with-18000-vacancies-dd-officials-blame-gaffes-on-adhocism/

RAM ratings for Week 46
Presenting RAM numbers for Week 46- that's November 9 to 15, 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ram-ratings-for-week-4%e2%80%8b6/

TAM numbers for Hindi & Regional Channels in Week 47
Presenting TAM data for Week 47 for various Hindi and Regional Entertainment Channels in select India markets
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/tam-numbers-for-hindi-regional-channels-in-week-47/

iTV network appoints MSL for its PR
News network iTV has appointed MSLGroup to handle the PR mandate for the entire network. MSL will continue to manage the PR mandate of IBN though with a different team
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/itv-network-appoints-msl-for-its-pr/

Vijay Sankaran appointed Director, Digital Strategy at Genesis Burson-Marsteller
Yu Yu Din, currently Head of Digital, is relocating to her home country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/vijay-sankaran-appointed-director-digital-strategy-at-genesis-burson-marsteller/

Amith Prabhu: My PR Person of the Year
The way Narendra Modi has managed the perception of his six months in power is a case study as much as his campaign is a case study, writes Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/amith-prabhu-my-pr-person-of-the-year/

Taproot to get Dentsu identity. Exec Chairman Rohit Ohri eyes PR, Activation & regional creative shops for acquisition
"We're working on the nomenclature. Taproot has a very unique culture and we didn't want to destroy that," said Rohit Ohri, Executive Chairman, Dentsu India

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/taproot-to-get-dentsu-identity-exec-chairman-rohit-ohri-eyes-pr-activation-regional-creative-shops-for-acquisition/