Stories on 31st Dec '12

LookBack 2012
The Year Of Twitter
We conclude our LookBack 2012 series with a look at an entity or individual who dominated the year.
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38475

The Mediaah! Dubious Achievement Awards 2012
The Dubious Achievement Awards... for work done in the year that few others could manage to do.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38491

LookBack 2012: Speaking of Which
What happens when an opinionated copy editor gets onto a soapbox? You get 'Speaking of Which'. A quick roundup of the new column's highlights.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38473

The Anchor: 12 Politically Incorrect Questions in the LookBack Quiz 2012
Questions on what happened in medialand that you'll not find being raised elsewhere.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38472

Ranjona Banerji: Arnab - the mascot for the new feminist movement?
Ranjona Banerji reviews the coverage of the Delhi gangrape on news television and newspapers and gives her verdict on what worked and what didn't.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38489

Debrief: Fevikwik: 2012 ends on a low
The creative director killed that one thing which makes Pidilite advertising shine: Entertainment. And that's nothing to laugh about.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38489

AdStrat: Idea gets people singing Hello Honey Bunny
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.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38446

ZeeQ brings Amar Chitra Katha universe to TV
ZeeQ has given fresh lease of life to the children's entertainment genre by capturing immortal characters such as Birbal the wise, Ashoka, Prithviraj Chavhan, Chanakya, Vivekanand, Bhagat Singh, Mother Teresa and many more from Amar Chitra Katha.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38448

ASCI'S NAMS doubles number of misleading ads monitored within 6 months
CCC upheld complaints against 16 out of 23 advertisements in October 2012.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38447

Vuclip helps Nokia, Maxus trendify social media sharing
Vuclip has been selected to amplify the 'trendify' campaign for the Nokia Lumia 510 through more than 55 million video views.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=38449

Best wishes for 2013. See you on Wednesday
Our offices are shut on Tuesday, January 1. We'll be back on Wednesday, January 2, 2012, er, 2013.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/best-wishes-for-2013-see-you-on-wednesday

Stories on 28th Dec '12

LookBack 2012: Voices from the Top
In Part 2 of our yearender, we have media, marketing and advertising leaders on what the 2012 rollercoaster meant for them + more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lookback-2012-voices-from-the-top/

LookBack 2012: Senior Movements in the Year
A list of senior-level entries and exits in the year (updated as of December 26, 2012)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lookback-2012-senior-movements-in-the-year/

LookBack 2012: Wins and wows
The number of awards coming home has increased, and agencies are shining bright as ever on the domestic and international front. A quick round-up of prizes bagged
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lookback-2012-wins-and-wows/

LookBack 2012: Insights and Projections
MxMIndia's sustained efforts at understanding consumers, their motivations and apprehensions
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lookback-2012-insights-and-projections/

LookBack 2012: The Anchor: 20 must-read interviews
A sampling of key quotes from the MxMIndia interviews with honchos through 2012
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lookback-2012-the-anchor-20-must-read-interviews/

LookBack 2012: Account Movements
Like every year, this year too saw a number of accounts changing hands. MxMIndia kept tabs, and here's the update
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lookback-2012-account-movements/

Announcing: The Dubious Achievement Awards 2012 + the Political Incorrect Quiz... on Mon, Dec 31!
Get set for the Mediaah! Dubious Achievement Awards 2012 and the first ever Political Incorrect Media Quiz... on December 31 on MxMIndia!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/announcing-the-dubious-achievement-awards-2012-the-political-incorrect-quiz-on-mon-dec-31/

What Cyrus Mistry inherits from Ratan Tata
Cyrus Mistry will take over the chairmanship of the Tata group from Ratan Tata today
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/what-cyrus-mistry-inherits-from-ratan-tata/

Ranjona Banerji: All Hail Arnab Goswami, the Dragon Slayer!
Ranjona Banerji salutes Times Now's Arnab Goswami as the most vocal defender of women's rights
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-all-hail-arnab-goswami-the-dragon-slayer/

Anil Thakraney: The challenge for Brand Sachin
The question on everyone’s mind is this: How will his retirement from ODIs affect the champ’s advertising career?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-the-challenge-for-brand-sachin/

Big CBS network at No 1 in English GECs post DAS
The successful implementation of DAS in the key metros has resulted in a strong upsurge in the viewership and market share for the Big CBS Network, consolidating its position as the premier English entertainment network amongst viewers across metros
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/big-cbs-network-at-no-1-in-english-gecs-post-das/

Big Magic grows to top in Hindi heartland
Big Magic, Reliance Broadcast Network's regional GEC for the Hindi heartland, has emerged the numero uno channel in Central India with a growth of 22 percent as per the latest TAM results
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/big-magic-grows-to-top-in-hindi-heartland/

Jalsha Movies records 154 GRPs on its opening day
The channel launched on Dec 16 with the premier of 'Awara', which recorded a whopping 5.3 TVR
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jalsha-movies-records-154-grps-on-its-opening-day/

Draftfcb Ulka creates Dark Fantasy for Sunfeast
The ad agency has created two TVCs for the biscuit brand, reflecting the core promise of 'Pure Indulgence'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/draftfcb-ulka-creates-dark-fantasy-for-sunfeast/

Affle grabs '2012 Red Herring Top 100 Global'
This comes after winning the Top 100 Asia this year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/affle-grabs-2012-red-herring-top-100-global/

LGBT market gets a voice
In MSLGroup India's Executive Report, 'Out of the Closet and Into the Marketplace: The Birth of India's Pink Economy', key leaders from India's Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender groups provide insights as the main resource persons and collaborators for the report
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/lgbt-market-gets-a-voice/

Quirky annual report garners Radio Mirchi the Gold Midas
Radio station Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM won the coveted Gold Midas at the Midas Awards, World’s Best Financial Advertising, for its Annual Report 2011-12, titled Reimagining Radio
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/quirky-annual-report-garners-radio-mirchi-the-gold-midas/

Stories on 26th Dec '12

Indo-Pak series: Another historic thrash-a-thon?
Will the India-Pakistan cricket series live up to expectations? Or will advertisers and punters be disappointed? MxMIndia asks industrywallahs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/indo-pak-series-another-historic-thrash-a-thon/

Anger Management, a big deal for Comedy Central
Ferzad Palia, Senior VP and GM - English Entertainment, Viacom 18 Media Pvt Ltd talks to MxMIndia about Comedy Central's acquisition of Charlie Sheen starrer sitcom Anger Management
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anger-management-a-big-deal-for-comedy-central/


Jaldi 5 with Asheesh Chatterjee: FM will grow five times
Asheesh Chatterjee, CFO, 92.7 Big FM is positive about Phase III of FM radio licensing and the new spectrum being freed
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anger-management-a-big-deal-for-comedy-central/


Madison Media appoints Amit Duggal as Director Digital
Madison Media has announced the appointment of Amit Duggal as Digital Director to head its Delhi and Kolkata Digital business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/madison-media-appoints-amit-duggal-as-director-digital/


Hathway appoints Jagdish Kumar as MD and CEO
K. Jayaraman has been elevated to the post of Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors with effect from December 21, 2012
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/hathway-appoints-jagdish-kumar-as-md-and-ceo/

Ranjona Banerji: Big Brother I&B
It's hardly the government's problem that TV channels sometimes display signs of immaturity or that coverage can get skewed or events magnified, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-big-brother-ib/

Debrief: Domino's: Pizza hai ya truth serum?
The 'truth serum' approach may work for a laboured seven-course Indian meal, but it doesn't for a fast food item
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-dominos-pizza-hai-ya-truth-serum/

The Anchor: 8 gifts that the Indian media sector could do with from Santa Claus
It was Christmas yesterday, and A N Chorrea brings you a list of gifts that the various media sectors (not including advertising) could do with from Santa
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/8-gifts-that-indian-media-sectors-could-do-with-from-santa/

CNBC Awaaz honours industry best at Real Estate Awards
CNBC Awaaz in association with RR Kabel hosted the 'Real Estate Awards 2012' to recognize commendable merit of visionaries and professionals from the industry
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/cnbc-awaaz-honours-industry-best-at-real-estate-awards/

Stories on 24th Dec '12

Santa TAM is coming to town today!
It's Christmas Eve and festivities are in the air. In tellyland, with more reason: Santa TAM is coming with all the data... okay, most of it
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/santa-tam-is-coming-to-town-today/


MxM Monday: Expectations from Phase III FM radio licensing
Even as advertisers are yet to take this medium seriously, the industry players are waiting for Phase III with anticipation. MxMIndia finds out what their expectations are
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mxm-monday-expectations-from-phase-iii-fm-radio-licensing/


Chitralekha upbeat on social media
The group recently reached two lakh fans on its Facebook page, and hopes to build a stranger presence online
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/chitralekha-upbeat-on-social-media/


Will Sachin Tendulkar's ODI retirement diminish his brand value?
Will Sachin Tendulkar's retirement from ODI cricket diminish his brand value? Or will it set stage for a new phase in the life cyle of one India’s most iconic celeb brand?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/will-sachin-tendulkars-odi-retirement-diminish-his-brand-value/


Anil Thakraney: Brand Modi versus Brand Rahul
So if the battle of 2014 is going to be fought between these two brands, simple marketing logic tells us who's the favourite one to win
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-brand-modi-versus-brand-rahul/


FM Radio: Facing challenges, embracing growth
CII organised the CEOs Roundtable on Radio in New Delhi last week, to discuss and chart the growth of the radio industry with the Phase III auction of the FM spectrum coming up
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/fm-radio-facing-challenges-embracing-growth/


India TV conducts campaign countering Crime against Women
The channels launches a multi-city signature campaign under the aegis of 'Mission Damini'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/india-tv-conducts-campaign-countering-crime-against-women/http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/india-tv-conducts-campaign-countering-crime-against-women/


AdStrat: Fastrack makes hell cooler
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
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/adstrat-fastrack-makes-hell-cooler/


Reviewing the Reviews: Dabangg 2
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/reviewing-the-reviews-dabangg-2/


MxM wishes you a very Merry Xmas. No edition on Dec 25
MxMIndia wishes all its readers a very Merry Christmas!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mxm-wishes-you-a-very-merry-xmas-no-edition-on-dec-25/


The Anchor: Harish Bijoor on 6 reasons brands need good consultants
Great team, cool concepts... not enough if you don't have a good brand consultant on board, says Harish Bijoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-harish-bijoor-on-6-reasons-brands-need-good-consultants/


Gutenberg wins PR mandate for Ad:tech New Delhi again
This is the third time that Gutenberg Communications has won the PR mandate for Ad:Tech
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/gutenberg-wins-pr-mandate-for-adtech-new-delhi-again/

Stories on 20th Dec '12

How safe are women in news media?
Uncertain hours & tough work conditions - women in the news media don't have it easy. How safe is the work life for them? The first of MxMIndia two-part report. Plus: the women in the MxMIndia team talk of their experience
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/how-safe-are-women-in-news-media/

Coke vs Pepsi wars to spill over cricketing pitch in IPL 6
The cola wars are likely to spill over the cricketing pitch in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League next month
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/coke-vs-pepsi-wars-to-spill-over-cricketing-pitch-in-ipl-6/

Paritosh Joshi: Eternal Vigilance - The Price of Freedom
With shockers in the news every second day, the question arises - does media feed the frenzy? Paritosh Joshi takes a closer look
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/paritosh-joshi-eternal-vigilance-the-price-of-freedom/

Shailesh Kapoor: It's All About Hindi Vindi
Shailesh Kapoor on the 'mother-in-law research' and the tendency to generalize personal experiences to a larger TG
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/shailesh-kapoor-its-all-about-hindi-vindi/

Jaldi 5 with Ajay Trigunayat: 'The aim is to set new benchmarks in 2013'
Ajay Trigunayat, CEO, English Entertainment Channels, Times Television Network tells MxMIndia what the year held for the network and plans for 2013
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-ajay-trigunayat-the-aim-is-to-set-new-benchmarks-in-2013/

Debrief: Nokia Lumia 510: The boring kiss
I have noticed many advertisers forget that entertainment should be at the heart of television advertising, especially when the strategy is weak. And 'trendify'??? It sounds like a slogan Nokia's board members would coin
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-nokia-lumia-510-the-boring-kiss/

Bloomberg TV announces Season 3 of Assignment
This season Bloomberg TV India will take one corporate executive every week and give them a chance to live their Dream Job, mentored by an expert from the field
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/bloomberg-tv-announces-season-3-of-assignment/

Aaj Tak launches on Cogeco Cable, Canada
Hindi news channel Aaj Tak, part of the TV Today network, has launched on Cogeco Cable Inc, a major Canadian cable telecommunications company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/aaj-tak-launches-on-cogeco-cable-canada/

The Anchor: Amul topical ads on Pak cricket
It's going to be an India-Pakistan series after a while, and we bring you select Amul ads on Pakistan cricket
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-amul-topical-ads-on-pak-cricket/

Stories on 19th Dec '12

Is our TV measurement future-ready?
Is the Peoplemeter the right way to study viewership in a technologically advancing country? Extracts from the book 'The Advertising Mess' by Bipin Mundhwa and Amit Nevrekar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/is-our-tv-measurement-future-ready/

Hot Wheels takes 'Don't Drink & Drive' message to pub door
O&M Mumbai creates CSR initiative for Mattel Toys India along with a pub and a driver service
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/hot-wheels-takes-dont-drink-drive-message-to-pub-door/

MIB bows to news TV pressure, pushes TAM to delay ratings data release
The government forces TAM to withhold release of news channels data by two or three days
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mib-bows-to-news-tv-pressure-pushes-tam-to-delay-ratings-data-release/

Kolkata digitization: Tug-of-war between State and Centre
While the Centre wants the analogue signals switched off from Dec 27, the State wants to act according to the ground realities
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/kolkata-digitization-tug-of-war-between-state-and-centre/

Bigg Boss, Wanted top Whats-On-India rankings in Week 50
Bigg Boss continued to be on top in the Whats-On-India rankings for Hindi GECS in Week 50. Wanted topped the Hindi Film genre
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/bigg-boss-wanted-top-whats-on-india-rankings-in-week-50/

Ranjona Banerji: Tedious TV discussions
The formula of "one BJP, one Congress, two lawyers" for every single subject of discussion is getting tedious, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-tedious-tv-discussions/

Anil Thakraney: Feeding frenzy over rape
This is what usually happens after crimes of rape. Another juicy story will grab the imagination, the trial of the accused will go on for years, and the nation will move on. The debates will re-start when the next attack happens. In short, a whole lot of sound, but of little value
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-feeding-frenzy-over-rape/

The Anchor: 5 ways a mobile app can change the Chennai Open
Five reasons why the newly introduced mobile application for Aircel Chennai Open could be a game-changer for the tournament, from Ashu Jindal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-ways-a-mobile-app-can-change-the-chennai-open/

94.3 My FM wins three awards
The station won 'Radio Station of the Year' at the Asian Leadership Awards, Global Awards for Brand Excellence - Brand Excellence in Media & Entertainment, and Mobbys Awards for Best Mobile Application
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/94-3-my-fm-wins-three-awards/


Karisma Kapoor debuts as RJ on 92.7 Big FM's show
On December 24, 2012 Ms Kapoor will debut as an RJ with FM radio network 92.7 Big FM for a women-centric radio show called Big Memsaab, through a specially conceptualized segment, 'Big on Style'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/karisma-kapoor-debuts-as-rj-on-92-7-big-fms-show/

Designers showcased on TLC's Project Runway
Lifestyle channel TLC is showing new episodes of Project Runway All Stars at 8pm on Sundays, with designers Isaac Mizrahi and Georgina Chapman as judges and model Angela Lindvall as series host

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/designers-showcased-on-tlcs-project-runway/

Stories on 18th Dec '12

Let the (ratings) games re-begin!
The industry awaits the first post-digitization numbers from TAM Media. An MxMIndia report
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/let-the-ratings-games-re-begin/

Dentsu wins creative & media mandate respectively for Orangina
Dentsu Communications and Dentsu Media have bagged the creative and media mandates respectively for Suntory Narang's beverage Orangina
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/dentsu-wins-creative-media-mandate-respectively-for-orangina/

Jaldi 5 with Srinivasan K Swamy: IAA awards will recognize successful marketers, agency and media professionals
IAA India chapter President Srinivasan K Swamy on the IAA Leadership Awards will be different from the Impact Person of the Year and the attempts to keep the selection process transparent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-srinivasan-k-swamy-iaa-awards-will-recognize-successful-marketers-agency-and-media-professionals/

Uday Shankar is new Chairman of FICCI's M&E Committee
Star India CEO Uday Shankar is new Chairman of FICCI's Media and Entertainment Committee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/uday-shankar-is-new-chairman-of-ficcis-me-committee/

Debrief: Tata Docomo: Incomplete stories. Complete ads
I like Tata Docomo's 'incomplete stories' idea. It has the potential to be a long-term campaign, with possibilities of riveting creative work
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-tata-docomo-incomplete-stories-complete-ads/

Ranjona Banerji: TV journos must get info first, blame later
Whether it's a rape or a robbery, the first instinct in India is to jump to whodunit before even figuring out what was done, notes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-tv-journos-must-get-info-first-blame-later/

The Anchor: 5 errors brands made on social media in 2012
Assumption being, well, assumed to be the mother of all screwups, that's where the stumbling often begins
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-mistakes-brands-made-on-social-media-in-2012/

Times of India launches 'Alive'
The Augmented Reality application was soft launched on December 16 and recorded 250,000 downloads of the app on the first day
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/times-of-india-launches-alive/

Sabyasachi Ghosh joins Delhi Press as Ad Sales Director
His appointment follows the induction of V Natarajan as Vice President- Brand Marketing and Strategy
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/sabyasachi-ghosh-joins-delhi-press-as-ad-sales-director/

Star Gold launches on Virgin Media in UK
Star UK has announced the launch of Star Gold on Virgin Media as part of their 'Asian Mela' offering
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/star-gold-launches-on-virgin-media-in-uk/

Aaj Tak awarded CII Design Excellence Award
The Aaj Tak font has been announced the winner of the "Visual Communication award" at the CII Design Excellence Award in New Delhi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/aaj-tak-awarded-cii-design-excellence-award/

Stop Not launches new campaign
"Ekdum Bajedar" has been conceived by Meridian Communication

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/stop-not-launches-new-campaign/

Stories on 17th Dec '12

The MxMIndia Annual 2012: The One Big Idea
It's here: the MxMIndia Annual 2012 where over a hundred industry captains give their gamechanging ideas in the fields of television, print, radio, digital, OOH, creative advertising and PR and Events
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-mxmindia-annual-2012-the-one-big-idea/

Recent reforms have boosted country's image: Adi Godrej
CII president and chairman of the Godrej grou Adi Godrej says India’s recent reforms initiatives have changed the perception of the country for the better
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/recent-reforms-have-boosted-countrys-image-adi-godrej/

Vikatan Group focuses on events as growth strategy
The Vikatan group with an array of Tamil publications is now looking towards building an events calendar and launching verticals under its popular titles
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/vikatan-group-focuses-on-events-as-growth-strategy/

Tribal DDB wins Marico's Set Wet
Tribal DDB India will be handling the digital mandate for Marico's Set Wet hair gels
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/tribal-ddb-wins-maricos-set-wet/

Anchor Panasonic awards digital mandate to Ignitee
Ignitee will enable it to develop a comprehensive online presence, positioning Anchor and Panasonic as a young, contemporary brand for electrical accessories
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anchor-panasonic-awards-digital-mandate-to-ignitee/

Anil Thakraney: Media campaign on gun control
Why don’t TV channels in the US come together and launch a high-decibel, sustained campaign against the open retail of guns in the marketplace? Why not use the power of the media to make this happen?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-media-campaign-on-gun-control/

AdStrat: Chandrika Face Wash is the new beauty tonic
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
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/adstrat-chandrika-face-wash-is-the-new-beauty-tonic/

The Anchor: 5 growth challenges for Events & Experiential Mktng biz
Avik Prabhu lists five growth challenges that the events and experiential marketing industry in India still faces
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-growth-challenges-for-events-experiential-mktng-biz/

MindShift launches gaming app for Homeshop18
The gaming application marks another successful digital marketing campaign for Homeshop 18
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mindshift-launches-gaming-app-for-homeshop18/

AppFest 2012: Exploring the 'Apps' economy
Sanjay Jaju, Secretary Department of Information and Communications, Govt of Andhra Pradesh asked delegates to move beyond BPO culture
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/appfest-2012-exploring-the-apps-economy/

Rajesh Jejurikar quits Zee, to return to M&M
Mr Jejurikar resigned after a stint of just 10 months
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/rajesh-jejurikar-quits-zee-to-return-to-mm/

Stories on 14th Dec '12

What do our metro collegians want?
MxMIndia commissioned DDB Mudra Concrea to check what Mumbai and Delhi college students would like to see happen in the media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/what-do-our-metro-collegians-want/

Dentsu strengthens Southern India network
Dentsu Communications, a full service independent communications agency and a part of the Dentsu India Group, has begun operations in Kochi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/dentsu-strengthens-southern-india-network/

Cos can't claim irrelevant taglines: Court
A company cannot claim right over the punchline in its logo if it has no relevance with the products, rules Ahmedabad Court
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/cos-cant-claim-irrelevant-taglines-court/

MIB on 'fastway' to cleanse systems: Seeks TRAI view to avoid MSO/LCO monopolies
Ministry of I&B seeks TRAI views over the issue of imposing reasonable restrictions on MSOs and LCOs to prevent monopolistic operations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mib-on-fastway-to-cleanse-systems-seeks-trai-view-to-avoid-msolco-monopolies/

Paritosh Joshi: Open Secret: The New Consumer Classification System
The strength of the Indian SEC is attested to by its utility and durability over the last quarter century, but it may finally be past its 'best by' date. Enter, the NCCS
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/paritosh-joshi-open-secret-the-new-consumer-classification-system/

Jaldi 5 with Martin da Costa: Time is perfect to roll out ticketed IPR events
Martin da Costa of 70EMG tells MxMIndia how 2012 has been, and what he looks forward to
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-martin-da-costa-time-is-perfect-to-roll-out-ticketed-ipr-events/

Guest Article: Adventures in an accelerated world
Accelerated change is not just a technological issue; it has to be looked at as a cultural phenomenon, writes Shaleen Sharma
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/guest-article-adventures-in-an-accelerated-world/

The Anchor: 7 telltale signs in the media that winter's arrived
Winter's here, and it's not just your colleague's runny nose saying so. A N Chorrea lists 'cold signals' that the media sends out
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-7-telltale-signs-in-the-media-that-winters-arrived/

Anil Thakraney: Lazy Indian print media
Some recent examples indicate to me that our newspapers and news magazines are still in a state of slumber. This must change very fast if print wishes to be around for a longer time than expected
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-lazy-indian-print-media/

Public can seek MLM info filed by govt
The government will publish names of questionable Multi Level Marketing companies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/public-can-seek-mlm-info-filed-by-govt/

Satyamev Jayate Bags 'Indian of The Year' Special Achievement Award by CNN-IBN
Star India CEO Uday Shankar and the team behind Satyamev Jayate were honoured for their contribution in highlighting several social ills and generating awareness and solutions for them

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/satyamev-jayate-bags-indian-of-the-year-special-achievement-award-by-cnn-ibn/

Stories on 13th Dec '12

How M&E CEOs are embracing digital growth
Excerpts from an Ernst & Young report based on a survey of 34 global M&E titled 'How CEOs are Embracing Digital Growth'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/how-me-ceos-are-embracing-digital-growth-ey/

Shahnaz Husain may raise Rs 200 cr PE to expand biz, launch coffee/book shops
Herbal cosmetics queen Shahnaz Husain may raise Rs 200 cr PE to expand business, launch coffee and book shops
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/shahnaz-husain-may-raise-rs-200-cr-pe-to-expand-biz-launch-coffeebook-shops/

Shailesh Kapoor: Bollywood dreams for TV stars... The Ayushmann Effect
Besides a few examples, the TV-to-films transition has been limited to 'character actors' such as Alok Nath. Until this year, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/shailesh-kapoor-bollywood-dreams-for-tv-stars-the-ayushmann-effect/

Mahesh Israni, the 'Go'-to guy at Parag Milk Foods
Parag Milk Foods Pvt Ltd, manufacturer of leading brands Go and Gowardhan, has appointed Mahesh Israni, a 25-year marketing veteran, as Chief Marketing Officer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mahesh-israni-the-go-to-guy-at-parag-milk-foods/

Debrief: Hajmola: Devgn hazam nahin hua!
This is more like regular candy advertising, and if children overdose on Hajmola, is that such a good thing from the point of view of health?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-hajmola-devgn-hazam-nahin-hua/

The Anchor: 5 things brands must keep in mind while opting for a logo/design change
What message will the redesign convey?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-things-brands-must-keep-in-mind-while-opting-for-a-logodesign-change/

Havas appointed global media AOR of Shangri-La Hotels
Havas Media Asia Pacific has announced its appointment as the global media AOR of luxury hotel group Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/havas-appointed-global-media-aor-of-shangri-la-hotels/

Ten Sports is official broadcaster of Aircel Chennai Open 2013
Ten Sports has extended its support to the 18th edition of Aircel Chennai Open as the exclusive official broadcast partner
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ten-sports-is-official-broadcaster-of-aircel-chennai-open-2013/

ESPN Star Sports ends 2012 with a record haul of creative awards
ESPN Star Sports (ESS) capped a successful calendar year with a total of 14 awards for its in-house on-air campaigns when it clinched two Gold and two Silver awards at the recent Promax Asia Awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/espn-star-sports-ends-2012-with-a-record-haul-of-creative-awards/

Taproot India cleans up with 2 Golds at Campaign Asia-Pacific Awards 2012
Taproot India has bagged two golds - Creative Agency of the Year Award and Agency of the Year for India and the Subcontinent - at the Campaign Asia-Pacific Awards in Singapore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/taproot-india-cleans-up-with-2-golds-at-campaign-asia-pacific-awards-2012/

Stories on 12th Dec '12

Tot's the way ahead for Nick Jr
Nick Jr is being positioned as an ecosystem for pre-school kids and their moms.. Balle balle to that!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/tots-the-way-ahead-for-nick-jr/

Jaldi 5 with Kevin Vaz: Blockbusters to boom Bengal
Kevin Vaz on what viewers can expect from the new Jalsha Movies and why the channel is already a winner in the buzzing Bengal television market
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-kevin-vaz-blockbusters-to-boom-bengal/

MIB asks TRAI view on Central/State govt entry in cable
The Ministry of I&B has sought TRAI recommendation over the entry of Central/ State governments and their entities into broadcasting sector
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mib-asks-trai-view-on-centralstate-govt-entry-in-cable/

Bigg Boss 6, Jannat 2 top Whats-on-India trends
The Whats-on-India trends for Week 49 (December 2 to 8) indicate that Bigg Boss 6 has topped the Hindi GEC rankings and Jannat 2 leads amongst Hindi movies.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/bigg-boss-6-jannat-2-top-whats-on-india-trends/

Anil Thakraney: mxmindia to blame for cricket debacle!
While many theories are being belted out on this subject, I am entirely convinced it is the media and marketing in India which is behind the poor show of the Indian team
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-mxmindia-to-blame-for-cricket-debacle/

Young Track: 4 purchase decisions influencers of urban Indian Youth
Samyak Chakravarty lists four key factors that influence buying decisions of the urban Indian youth
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/young-track-4-purchase-decisions-influencers-of-urban-indian-youth/

The Anchor: 4 reasons why it's the last Wednesday we can have fun
Not quite the end of the world, but Dec 19 means the advent of figures and data and head-scratching for number crunchers. TAM time approaches!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-4-reasons-why-its-the-last-wednesday-we-can-have-fun/

Star CJ Alive celebrates 3 million customer milestone
Star CJ alive, the home shopping channel from the Star group, has announced its 3 millionth customer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/star-cj-alive-celebrates-3-million-customer-milestone/

FoodFood expanding in India, abroad
Food and food lifestyle channel FoodFood is now available on Tata Sky, channel no. 572. The channel has also increased its reach internationally by making an entry into Canada and Qatar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/foodfood-expanding-in-india-abroad/

Ormax Media strengthens research team
Anurag Bakhshi and Gautam Jain will lead the TV and film verticals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ormax-media-strengthens-research-team/

My FM announces Jiyo Dil Se Awards
A unique initiative acknowledging the indomitable spirit showed by the common man
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/my-fm-announces-jiyo-dil-se-awards/

Karisma Kapoor debuts as RJ on 92.7 Big FM's women-targeted show Big Memsaab
The actress is coming on board as a personal grooming and beauty expert on the special segment 'Big on Style', and will share tips on attire, accessories, make-up and hair

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/karisma-kapoor-debuts-as-rj-on-92-7-big-fms-women-targeted-show-big-memsaab/

Stories on 11th Dec '12

Acquisitions will continue: Publicis
Soon after making the acquisitions of MarketGate and Istrat public, Publicis Groupe's Jean-Yves Naouri and Bertrand Siguier spoke with MxMIndia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/acquisitions-will-continue-publicis/

Nidheesh Tyagi to join BBC as Editor (Hindi Service)
Nidheesh Tyagi quits as Editor (Digital) of the Dainik Bhaskar group to join the BBC as Editor (Hindi Service)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/nidheesh-tyagi-to-join-bbc-as-editor-hindi-service/

ITC's Vivel partners Star to launch Bengali movie channel
Star India's Bengali film channel Jalsha Movies is scheduled for launch on Dec 16
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/itcs-vivel-partners-star-to-launch-bengali-movie-channel/

Tatas eye big foray into edutainment
Tata group company Titan Industries is finalising a plan for an edutainment vertical to tap the country's 330 mn population under 15 years of age
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/tatas-eye-big-foray-into-edutainment/

Woodland on its Green Path
The outdoor adventure brand, Woodland has been consistent in its effort to be Green conscious ever since its inception. However, now the company is making concerted efforts to imbibe a 360-degree approach going green
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/woodland-on-its-green-path/

Madison Media wins Radikal Rice Media AOR
Madison Media has recently won the media mandate of Radikal Rice, estimated at around Rs 25 crore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/madison-media-wins-radikal-rice-media-aor/

Debrief: Groupon: Craziness pays off
I would urge their ad agency to push the insanity envelope even harder. And the team should enjoy all the fun while it lasts. It's not every day that creative people land up with such hot 'deals'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-groupon-craziness-pays-off/

The Anchor: 5 ways to piss people off via email
Email is a great way to reach out and stay in touch... but it is also only too easy to make the mistakes that make people mad. Vidya Heble has a shortlist of what to avoid
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-ways-to-piss-people-off-via-email/

Former news anchor and RJ Akash Banerjee is Radio Mirchi Delhi programming head
Former TV Today news anchor and RJ Akash Banerjee joins Radio Mirchi as programming head for the Delhi station

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/former-news-anchor-and-rj-akash-banerjee-is-radio-mirchi-delhi-programming-head/

Stories on 10th Dec '12

MxM Monday: Is BTL gaining acceptance as a must-have in a media plan?
With below-the-line gaining a bigger share of ad budgets over the years, a cross-section of the A&M frat on its efficacy
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/mxm-monday-is-btl-gaining-acceptance-as-a-must-have-in-a-media-plan/

Jaldi 5 with Aditya Sinha, former editor-in-chief, DNA: Coincidence that quitting timed with Zee News controversy
Aditya Sinha quit DNA as editor-in-chief last week amidst rumours that the move had linkages with the Zee News controversy. While he denies the coincidence theory, do read the between the lines to figure what could be the reason
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-aditya-sinha-former-editor-in-chief-dna-coincidence-that-quitting-timed-with-zee-news-controversy/

Some meetha ho jaye for Rekha with Snickers
Mars ropes in Rekha for Snickers to challenge Kraft Cadbury's hold on Rs 3,000-cr Indian chocolate market
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/some-meetha-ho-jaye-for-rekha-with-snickers/

Publicis Groupe acquires iStrat & MarketGate
iStrat is a leading integrated digital agency and MarketGate, a Mumbai-based strategic business and marketing consulting firm
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/publicis-groupe-acquires-istrat-marketgate/

Ranjona Banerji: Our 'News of the World' moment?
That Zee chairman Subhash Chandra has apparently been questioned for between seven and nine hours by the Delhi police, is surely not a common occurrence for high profile owners of media houses, notes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-our-news-of-the-world-moment/

Anil Thakraney: Australian radio jocks should be jailed
A hospital is not a place where you make 'Bakras' out of people, it is a place of the sick and the dying. This is not just completely unethical, it's bloody insensitive
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-australian-radio-jocks-should-be-jailed/

Reviewing the Reviews: Khiladi 786
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/reviewing-the-reviews-khiladi-786/

The Anchor: 6 things young companies should do to attract talent
Talent acquisition can make all the difference between short-term and long-term success for start-up, writes Ambika Sharma while listing six things one can do to attract the right talent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-6-things-young-companies-should-do-to-attract-talent/

Big Fame Star provides talent opportunity in Punjab, Central India
Reliance Broadcast Network's regional general entertainment channels, Big Magic and Spark Punjabi, have announced the launch of India's first-ever hinterland talent hunt with Big Fame Star, a hunt for the youth star in the markets of Central India and Punjab
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/big-fame-star-provides-talent-opportunity-in-punjab-central-india/

Stories on 7th Dec '12

Did the switch to weekends impact KBC buzz?
Did the switch to a weekend airing schedule impact the buzz factor for KBC 6 or has the Big B's aura begun to fade? MxMIndia finds out
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/did-the-switch-to-weekends-impact-kbc-buzz/

Hockey India wins for Meridian, OgilvyOne
Meridian Communication Mumbai has added the Hockey India League to its existing client portfolio, following a multi-agency pitch in Delhi a couple of months ago
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/hockey-india-wins-for-meridian-ogilvyone/

Satyamev Jayate nets Rs 22.33 cr as donations
Season 1 of Satyamev Jayate, the Star Plus mega-show presented by actor Aamir Khan, generated around Rs 22.33 crore as donations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/satyamev-jayate-nets-rs-22-33-cr-as-donations/

Jaldi 5 with Manish Agarwal: Gamification is the next big thing
Manish Agarwal, CEO of Reliance Entertainment Digital, and speaks on gamification and a variety of issues around digital entertainment and gaming in particular
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-manish-agarwal-gamification-is-the-next-big-thing/

Shailesh Kapoor: Four things TV ratings don't tell us
As TV ratings are scheduled to make a comeback on December 19, Shailesh Kapoor writes lists four critical things that ratings don't tell us
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/shailesh-kapoor-four-things-tv-ratings-dont-tell-us/

Paritosh Joshi: Statistical Doppelganger
One of the biggest problems that confounds market researchers is respondent fatigue associated with questionnaire duration. And intervier fatigue too, notes Paritosh Joshi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/paritosh-joshi-statistical-doppelganger/

HBO,  Eros tie up for 2 ad-free movie channels
HBO Asia and Eros International have made a joint announcement to launch two new premium advertising-free movie channels, HBO Defined and HBO Hits, in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/hbo-eros-tie-up-for-2-ad-free-movie-channels/

Theatre-owners irked by Kamal's plan to release 'Vishwaroopam' on DTH
Some Chennai theatre owners are upset by actor Kamal Hassan's decision to launch his upcoming movie 'Vishwaroopam' on the DTH platform eight hours before it is released in theatres worldwide
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/theatre-owners-irked-by-kamals-plan-to-release-vishwaroopam-on-dth/

Anil Thakraney: Are corporates pushing Sachin?
For the greater good, all those advertisers who have signed up Sachin should release him from the contracts immediately. There are enough young guns in Indian sports, they can fish elsewhere
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-are-corporates-pushing-sachin/

Ranjona Banerji: When News TV brought an issue to life
Television may be annoyingly intrusive and terribly unprofessional at times, but the cold distance of print cannot bring an issue like treatment of women to life as television can, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-when-news-tv-brought-an-issue-to-life/

BBC TopGear Magazine India Awards 2012
The year's first car and bike awards night is here
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/bbc-topgear-magazine-india-awards-2012/

WATSummit '13 to discuss new era of digi mktng
WATMedia's annual event will witness participation of prominent visionaries discussing topics that contribute to the growth of digital and advertising space
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/watsummit-13-to-discuss-new-era-of-digi-mktng/

The Anchor: 5 reasons localization is important
It's a myriad mix of cultures. In good old diverse India, localization is the only way to make it work, says Rahul Kumar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-reasons-localization-is-important/

Stories on 6th Dec '12

Memories of Ayodhya, December 6, 1992
Twenty years ago, journalists Mark Tully and Ajay Jha were at Ayodhya reporting for the BBC and Mid-Day respectively. Here's their account of what happened
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/memories-of-061292/

Big retailers exit loss-making markets
Retailers like Spencer's, Future Group and others exit loss-making regions, focus on potential growth markets
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/big-retailers-exit-loss-making-markets/

Jaldi 5 with Sugato Banerji: Digitization has opened up opportunities for service providers
Former Airtel DTH and Media CMO Sugato Banerji is gung-ho about taking charge as COO of What’s-On-India. He shares his views on digitization, the DTH business and why he thinks the opportunities at his new workplace are very challenging
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-sugato-banerji-digitization-has-opened-up-opportunities-for-service-providers/

9XM to sponsor 3rd Olive Crown Awards
9X Media will be principal sponsors of the third Olive Crown Awards to be held in March 2013
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/9xm-to-sponsor-3rd-olive-crown-awards/

Bigg Boss, Bol Bachchan top Whats-on-India trends
Bigg Boss 6 continues to top the Whats-on-India trending report for Week 48 with Bol Bachchan on Star Gold as the top Hindi movie
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/bigg-boss-bol-bachchan-top-whats-on-india-trends/

Debrief: IDEA: Honey, it isn't funny
Completely boring and a tired piece of work. A trainee copywriter would do better than this at a hurried copy test
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-idea-honey-it-isnt-funny/

The Anchor: How 24x7 TV would cover Babri Masjid demolition today
A N Chorrea wanders around to write on how 24x7 News television would cover Babri Masjid demolition if it were to happen today
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-how-would-24x7-tv-would-cover-babri-masjid-demolition-today/

Pinkathon raises breast cancer awareness with the 10km marathon and other programmes
Maximus Events are conducting a two-week-long programme at High Street Phoenix and Phoenix Marketcity to disseminate the idea of the Pinkathon and raise awareness about breast cancer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/pinkathon-raises-breast-cancer-awareness-with-the-10km-marathon-and-other-programmes/

Harper's Bazaar launches new brand campaign
Its new brand campaign themed 'Always in fashion' in India is to complement its international signature 'Where Fashion Gets Personal'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/harpers-bazaar-launches-new-brand-campaign/

The Company creates colourful TVC for Caprese
International premium accessory brand Caprese has launched its latest TV commercial in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-company-creates-colourful-tvc-for-caprese/

Airtel's Sugato Banerji joins What's-on-India as COO
Mr Banerji has called it a day as CMO at Airtel DTH & Media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/airtels-sugato-banerji-joins-whats-on-india-as-coo/

Club Penguin brings Coins For Change with Ryan Intnl
Ryan International School is the first school to collaborate with the Coins For Change programme in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/club-penguin-brings-coins-for-change-with-ryan-intnl/

Stories on 5th Dec '12

It's Ogilvy all the way at Effie 2012
An ecstatic Piyush Pandey thanked the 'team and culture' as Ogilvy and Mather was 'Effie Agency of the Year' and its client Cadbury India was 'Effie Client of the Year'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/its-ogilvy-all-the-way-at-effie-2012/

Cheil Worldwide SW Asia appoints Hari Krishnan as COO
He joins from WPP where he was Head, Global Team Ford- a consortium of JWT, Mindshare and Wunderman
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/cheil-worldwide-sw-asia-appoints-hari-krishnan-as-coo/

Jaldi 5 with Venkatesh S, Magna Global: Unlikely that web advertising will take over traditional in next 5 yrs
Having published the Magna Global forecast for adspends in 2013, we interviewed Venkatesh S, EVP and Director Intelligency Practice of the media intelligence and investment entity of IPG Mediabrands
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/jaldi-5-with-venkatesh-s-magna-global-unlikely-that-web-advertising-will-take-over-traditional-in-next-5-yrs/

Anil Thakraney: Television's pseudo patriotism
One peculiar trait amongst us Indians is that we tend to bond only with each other in foreign countries, and we put little effort into mixing with the locals. And this leads to isolation and often discrimination. Can we then really absolve ourselves of racism?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-televisions-pseudo-patriotism/

The Anchor: Anisha Motwani on 5 Reasons why corporates should not ignore PR
Anisha Motwani, Director & Chief Marketing Officer, Max Life Insurance lists five reasons why Corporate India should not ignore Public Relations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-anisha-motwani-on-5-reasons-why-corporates-should-not-ignore-pr/

Innocean devises 'Moments of Brilliance' for Hyundai
The engagement is aimed at adding traction to the multimedia Corporate Campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/innocean-devises-moments-of-brilliance-for-hyundai/

Saavn launches new ad platform
Indian music service Saavn has announced the launch of its new advertisement platform, Impact, which enables brands to identify, connect and engage with its users
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/saavn-launches-new-ad-platform/

Tata Elxsi, Brash Brands partner for brand consultancy and integrated design services
Tata Elxsi and UAE brand consultancy Brash Brands have announced a major strategic partnership to deliver full service brand consultancy and integrated design services
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/tata-elxsi-brash-brands-partner-for-brand-consultancy-and-integrated-design-services/

Hungama.com revamps website
The new website will be loaded with innovative applications including the 'Hungama Music Cloud' technology
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/hungama-com-revamps-website/

Kaya announces launch of Skin Bar
On 10th anniversary, Kaya Skin Clinic announces the launch of a new retail format
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/kaya-announces-launch-of-skin-bar/

Penguin Car to visit Mumbai
In its silver jubilee year, Penguin also appoints AliveNow to handle its social marketing duties
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/penguin-car-to-visit-mumbai/

Stories on 4th Dec '12

What's more important? Creativity or Effectiveness?
Is creativity a means to communicate effectiveness, or a means or gather awards? MxM India finds out from industry players
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/whats-more-important-creativity-or-effectiveness/

It's Effie's night!
The Advertising Club's Effie 2012 Awards will happen in Mumbai this evening
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/its-effies-night/

There's a lot brewing at CCD, Madison wins Media AOR, Creativeland creates TVC
Madison Media wins Cafe Coffee Day Media AOR as  Creativeland Asia creates TVC for the coffee chain
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/theres-a-lot-brewing-at-ccd-madison-wins-media-aor-creativeland-creates-tvc/

Bata India picks DDB Mudra Delhi for integrated marketing and communications
Footwear retailer Bata has appointed DDB Mudra Delhi as its dedicated integrated marketing and communications agency. DDB Mudra will be responsible for strengthening the Bata brand and highlighting its contemporary and youthful product range
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/bata-india-picks-ddb-mudra-delhi-for-integrated-marketing-and-communications/

Network18 sells 'non-core' Newswire18 to Samara Capital
Network18 has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Samara Capital to divest its entire stake in financial data and news terminal business, NewsWire18. This is in line with its stated objective of divesting non-core assets profitably
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/network18-sells-non-core-newswire18-to-samara-capital-for-rs-90cr/

Agenda Aaj Tak to debate subjects of national relevance
Set to be hosted over two days in the capital, the underlying theme of Agenda Aaj Tak is 'India Maange More'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/agenda-aaj-tak-to-debate-subjects-of-national-relevance/

AdStrat: Cleartrip - book your holiday now
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia brings you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/adstrat-cleartrip-book-your-holiday-now/

Dentsu Media wins mandate for SEBI's investor awareness campaign
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the apex regulatory authority for the securities market in India, has selected Dentsu Media as the Media Agency for its Multimedia Investor Education and Awareness Campaign.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/dentsu-media-wins-mandate-for-sebis-investor-awareness-campaign/

Dainik Bhaskar announces 'Junior Editor' Season 2
Dainik Bhaskar Group has announced the launch of Junior Editor II, aimed at building readership among the younger population
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/dainik-bhaskar-announces-junior-editor-season-2/

The Anchor: 5 things to consider when catering to the India market
Savvier than ever, Indian consumers now spend even more time researching products, and prefer quality for every purchase
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-things-to-consider-when-catering-to-the-india-market/

Debrief: Tanishq solitaires: Correct tone and manner
I do feel the ad would have really sparkled if the conversation had been a little wittier. Not over the top, just a dash of subtle humour would have added a little more entertainment value to the TVC
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/debrief-tanishq-solitaires-correct-tone-and-manner/

Ranjona Banerji: The journalist as the newsmaker
Warning: this MxM Journalism Review column is going to be Bennett Coleman-centric
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/ranjona-banerji-the-journalist-as-the-newsmaker/

Stories on 3rd Dec '12

India ad revenues grew 2.6% in 2012: Magna Global. Forecast for 2013: 8.7%
The internet grow at 31.2% in Inda, notes Magna Global's annual ad forecast for the year 2013
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/india-ad-revenues-grew-2-6-in-2012-magna-global-forecast-for-2013-8-7/

Brand Impact of Facebook's EdgeRank Algorithm Change: GroupM Next
Facebook implemented significant changes to its EdgeRank algorithm earlier this fall. Analyses conducted across the Facebook pages of 25 brands by the GroupM Next Predictive Insights team in conjunction with M80, a GroupM-owned social media and community activation agency, reveals interesting results
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/brand-impact-of-facebooks-edgerank-algorithm-change-groupm-next/

Colors to air Japanese 'anime' remake from Dec 23
Suraj: The Rising Star is a story of a 16-year-old boy, Suraj, who sets out on a journey to be trained as a young cricketer. It's a remake of popular Japanese manga show 'Kyojin no Hoshi'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/colors-to-air-japanese-anime-remake-from-dec-23/

Gautam Gambhir face of HT's 'You Read, They Learn' Initiative
YRTL is an ongoing initiative from Hindustan Times to help educate underprivileged children
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/india-ad-revenues-grew-2-6-in-2012-magna-global-forecast-for-2013-8-7/

Reviewing the Reviews: Talaash
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/reviewing-the-reviews-talaash/

Maya Digital awards Eggfirst creative duties for in-studio traning prog
The Mumbai-based agency bags Rs 6 crore account for print and radio advertising
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/maya-digital-awards-eggfirst-creative-duties-for-in-studio-traning-prog/

The Anchor: 5 ways PR agencies can employ social media for clients
Navneet Anand lists five not-so-talked about ways in which PR agencies can deploy social media tools for their clients
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/the-anchor-5-ways-pr-agencies-can-employ-social-media-for-clients/

Anil Thakraney: Decoding 66A. (And losing my head!)
The problem is the three key words in 66A. They are so broad-based, William Shakespeare would have found it impossible to decode them in terms of intended criminality. These words are Offensive, Annoyance and Inconvenience

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/12/anil-thakraney-decoding-66a-and-losing-my-head/