Stories on 30th Apr '15

Colors gains much as BARC releases Week 16 data. Life OK ahead of Zee in HGECs
Week 16 data from BARC India throws some surprises, including with the Hindi GECs!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/colors-huge-gainer-as-barc-releases-week-16-data/

Zee is ahead of LifeOk in TAM's Week 17 data for Households & Individuals
TAM has released data for Week 17 (April 19 to 25) for CS Households and Individuals for HSM and All-India, offering a comparison between Week 17 and of the previous week (April 12-18)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/zee-is-ahead-of-lifeok-in-tams-week-17-data-for-households-individuals/

BTL Baatein: Sanjay Tripathy, SVP & Head, Marketing, Product, Digital & E-commerce, HDFC Life. Powered by VISCOMM
BTL marketing becomes important because it provides the human interaction, which effectively solves problems related to understanding and trust, says Sanjay Tripathy, SVP & Head, Marketing, Product, Digital & E-commerce, HDFC Life
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/btl-baatein-with-sanjay-tripathy-of-hdfc-life-powered-by-viscomm/

Shailesh Kapoor: BARC Is Here: New Ratings, A New Era!
After a two-year long trailer, the film has been released, but it will reveal itself reel by reel, scene by scene, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/shailesh-kapoor-barc-is-here-new-ratings-a-new-era/

Maxus rolls out dialogue engine MESH
It runs on the VSocial platform that reads environmental signals in real-time and keeps the agency and its clients one step ahead of the curve
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/maxus-rolls-out-dialogue-engine-mesh/

Don't get into advertising, get into culture: Vicki Maguire
The Deputy Executive Creative Director at Grey London and the Jury Foreman at the Kyoorius Advertising Awards got the audience to sit up and take notice when she said: "Don't ever have a Plan B
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dont-get-into-advertising-get-into-culture-vicki-maguire/

Sanju Menon appointed VP @ Leo Burnett, Mumbai
Sanju joins Leo Burnett from Rediffusion Kolkata where he worked as the Branch Head
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sanju-menon-appointed-vp-leo-burnett-mumbai/

Jaskaran Kapany quits ICICI Pru to as Paytm as VP Mktng
With over 12 years experience in the fields of advertising and marketing, Mr Kapany was VP, Marketing & Ecommerce, at ICICI Prudential Life prior to taking on Paytm portfolio
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/jaskaran-kapany-quits-icici-pru-to-as-paytm-as-vp-mktng/

SapientNitro announces senior-level appointments
Creative and client services hires continue to strengthen agency's ability to meet growing client demand for integrated creative and technology services
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sapientnitro-announces-senior-level-appointments/

Hungama Digital unveils app for celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor
The app will be launched across Android, iOS & Windows
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/hungama-digital-unveils-app-for-celebrity-chef-sanjeev-kapoor/

Fourth Dimension to be exclusive adsales partner for the Yuvan Music Express
Fourth Dimension Media Partners has secured adsales rights for the exclusive musical night of little maestro Yuvan Shankar Raja being presented by Puthuyugam and Green Tree Solution on May
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/fourth-dimension-to-be-exclusive-adsales-partner-for-the-yuvan-music-express/

AdStrat: Volkswagen Jetta says it's 'Worth Everything' for new offering
Volkswagen, one of Europe's leading carmakers has been synonymous with its world renowned German Engineering. Volkswagen in India too has constantly innovated to launch best-in-class offerings that are high on build quality & have unmatched driving dynamics
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/adstrat-volkswagen-jetta-says-its-worth-everything-for-new-offering/

Bloomberg TV lines up innovative content for 2015
The channel has launched new content for its viewers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/bloomberg-tv-lines-up-innovative-content-for-2015/

MakeMyTrip launches unique offering 'Uncancel'
Enables customers cancelling a trip, to reschedule it instead, at no extra cost

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/makemytrip-launches-unique-offering-uncancel/

Stories on 27th Apr '15

Bracing yr Brand 4 Online Feedbk
It's not just about gripes and grouses. Your customers are providing invaluable feedback when they write about your brand on social media websites. Six tips from Faisal I Farooqui
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/bracing-yr-brand-4-online-feedbk/

Hindi movie consumption least impacted in IPL 8: TAM data
Even as some Hindi GECs lost viewership in Week 16 of TAM-measured viewership thanks to the ongoing IPL, that of the Bollywood movie channels hasn't as per information released by TAM Media Research given analysis conducted by S-Group, a strategic consulting arm of TAM
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/hindi-movie-consumption-least-impacted-in-ipl-8-tam-data/

Be consistent, Stay relevant: Coca Cola's Venkatesh Kini
He pointed out that Marketing is one of the many things that needs to go hand in hand for a product to be a success
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/be-consistent-stay-relevant-coca-colas-venkatesh-kini/

Dentsu Aegis Media steals the show at Asian Customer Engagement Forum Awards 2015
While Dentsu Aegis Network's iProspect Communicate 2 was named the Most Admired Agency in 'digital marketing', Carat Media Services India/psLive was named the Most Admired Agency
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dentsu-aegis-media-steals-the-show-at-asian-customer-engagement-forum-awards-2015/

Coffee & Conversations with Rahul Kishore: Week #5: Rahul Johri
In this edition of Coffee & Conversations, Rahul Kishore meets up with Rahul Johri, Executive Vice President & General Manager - South Asia & Southeast Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/coffee-conversations-with-rahul-kishore-week-5-rahul-johri/

Zee Classic unveils new positioning - 'Woh Zamaana, Kare Deewana'
The two brand films aimed at engaging the audiences to the most significant period in the evolution of Indian Cinema
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/zee-classic-unveils-new-positioning-woh-zamaana-kare-deewana/

Mediaah! Was Brand Equity unfair in damning Goafest?
Ironically, Goafest high priests may swear at Economic Times (and its glossy pull-out Brand Equity) for now, but they can't do without the paper when it comes to giving leads on important news
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/mediaah-was-brand-equity-unfair-in-damning-goafest/

Amith Prabhu: Our biggest PR campaign would be a display of discipline
Our diversity is great but the one thing we are united by as a nation, is our indiscipline, writes Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/amith-prabhu-our-biggest-pr-campaign-would-be-a-display-of-discipline/

Stories on 28th Apr '15

As industry gets set for a new measurement regime, TAM gears for new innings!
This isn't an exit interview, but we just allowed TAM CEO LV Krishnan to speak. On BARC, on the industry on politicization of ratings...
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/as-industry-gets-set-for-a-new-measurement-regime-tam-gears-for-new-innings/

Grey appoints Pranav Harihar Sharma as ECD
Pranav Harihar Sharma started his career with a small advertising agency in Indore as a summer trainee. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/grey-appoints-pranav-harihar-sharma-as-ecd/

Lowe Lintas unveils new campaign for Havells LED
Amidst the noise, Havells decided to advertise their LED range in a unique manner by keeping the focus on savings - a primary consumer benefit of LED lamps. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/lowe-lintas-unveils-new-campaign-for-havells-led/

ASCI frowns at Ullu-Banoing, finds Idea ad defaming Haryana
The advertisement of Idea Cellular shows the practice in Haryana of girls not being allowed to step out of homes to study, is defaming Haryana and tends to bring this State into disrepute, notes an Advertising Standards Council of India communique. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/asci-frowns-at-ullu-banoing-finds-idea-ad-defaming-haryana/

The 120 Media Collective and Diagonal View unveil Sooperfly
The 120 Media Collective will package professional content and substantial audiences to drive premium ad sales and brand integrations. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/the-120-media-collective-and-diagonal-view-unveil-sooperfly/

Zoom takes off in Sri Lanka
Zoom TV will be available on Dialog Television on channel no. 47 on Gold, Emerald, Diamond and Thee packages. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/zoom-takes-off-in-sri-lanka/

MakeMyTrip looks to get close to consumers with 'Dil toh roaming hai'
New tagline - 'Dil Toh Roaming Hai', to fuel growing travel ambition of people and give into their hearts' desires

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/makemytrip-looks-to-get-close-to-consumers-with-dil-toh-roaming-hai/

Stories on 24th Apr '15

JWT, McCann star in India's tally of 19 @ D&AD 2015
JWT and McCann Erickson India six Pencils as Ogilvy wins three as BBDO, Grey, DDB Mudra and Handloom Picture Company bag one Pencil Each
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/jwt-mccann-star-in-indias-tally-of-19-at-dad-2015/

Sony Max goes past Star Plus in TAM Week 16
This is indeed big news. Sony Max has earned 306 GRPs in Week 16 of 2015 as per TAM ratings even as Star Plus has got only 254 GRPs, losing 26 from last week. Interestingly Colors and Zee haven’t lost much, though Sab has lost 11 GRPs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sony-max-goes-past-star-plus-in-tam-week-16/

Effie Worldwide announces 2015 Most Effective Marketers in Asia Pacific
2015 Effie Effectiveness Index Reveals WPP Group is most effective agency holding group
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/effie-worldwide-announces-2015-most-effective-marketers-in-asia-pacific/

Ranjona Banerji: Bad coverage of a suicide and more on cowardly journalists
I’m even willing to forgive the young, the rookies, those at the bottom of the newsroom food chain. But not journalists who have had a good 10 years of work experience or more. They should at least know how a newsroom if not a news organisation functions, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ranjona-banerji-bad-coverage-of-a-suicide-and-more-on-cowardly-journalists/

Kyoorius Awards announces 1419 entries across Advertising & Digital Awards categories
Next week, all jury members for the Advertising & Digital Awards will gather in Mumbai-India to review, discuss and elect the best
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/kyoorius-awards-announces-1419-entries-across-advertising-digital-awards-categories/

Shah Rukh Khan appointed 'Hindware' brand ambassador
SRK will feature in Hindware's new 360 degree integrated campaign, rolling out shortly across all media channels
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/shah-rukh-khan-appointed-hindware-brand-ambassador/

Tejali Shete and Ajay Menon appointed Senior CD at DDB Mudra South & East
They come in with solid experience and strong body of work to showcase
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/tejali-shete-and-ajay-menon-appointed-senior-cd-at-ddb-mudra-south-east/

Star World expects viewers to binge on new offering
The channel has introduced a mascot "Binge Baba" to engage and excite viewers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/star-world-expects-viewers-to-binge-on-new-offering/

Smartech, a cross-channel marketing automation platform unveiled
netCORE is the market leader in email marketing technology and a leading provider of SMS, Voice, Push Notifications and USSD platforms
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/smartech-a-cross-channel-marketing-automation-platform-unveiled/

Think Ink Communications wins Vox Pop Clothing biz
Vox Pop Clothing founded by Siddharth Taparia is a collage of unique expressions, designed for people who can speak their mind and wear their attitude

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/think-ink-communications-wins-vox-pop-clothing-biz/

Stories on 23rd Apr '15

Change the world with Data
Message @ 2015 edition of Nielsen Consumer 360 held last Friday: the real impact on bottomlines will happen if corporates act on research findings to create a positive outcome for customers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/change-the-world-with-data/

BTL Baatein: Starting a new weekly series on Marketing & Media Heads talking about Below-The-Line Marketing. This week: Kamal Basu of Volkswagen. Sponsored by VISCOMM
In other industries, BTL is in the range of 12-15% of ATL budget, but in the automotive space, it is almost 1:1, says Kamal Basu, Head of Marketing & PR - Volkswagen Passenger Cars
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/btl-baatein-starting-a-new-weekly-series-on-marketing-media-heads-talking-about-below-the-line-marketing-this-week-kamal-basu-of-volkswagen-sponsored-by-viscomm/

Introducing a new fortnightly column on PR insights - Preamble by Siddhartha Mukherjee: Advertising
Siddhartha Mukherjee is a senior PR industry professional and currently Senior Vice President, Eikona - Earned Media Planning, Audit and Advisory
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/introducing-a-new-fortnightly-column-on-pr-insights-preamble-by-siddhartha-mukherjee-advertising-industry-owes-a-lot-to-public-relations/

MSM & BBC Worldwide announce partnership on BBC Earth in India
BBC earth inspires audiences by sharing the incredible wonders of our universe
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/msm-bbc-worldwide-announce-partnership-on-bbc-earth-in-india/

Dainik Bhaskar unveils 'Unmetro - The Action is Elsewhere' campaign
'Unmetros' signify the non-metro urban Indian markets (Tier 2 & 3 markets) which are fast emerging as India's key growth centres
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dainik-bhaskar-unveils-unmetro-the-action-is-elsewhere-campaign/

NDTV's Dr Prannoy Roy to be honoured at RedInk Awards in Mumbai
25 outstanding journalists to be honoured with RedInk Awards on 30 April
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ndtvs-dr-prannoy-roy-to-be-honoured-at-redink-awards-in-mumbai/

Genesis BM records decent first quarter growth in 2015
Records 17 new client wins & 52 new projects in first quarter of 2015

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/genesis-bm-records-decent-first-quarter-growth-in-2015/

Stories on 22nd Apr '15

No stake sale on cards: Sam Balsara
The Madison World Chairman and Managing Director talks on bringing Vikram Sakhuja on board, on no plans to retire & the oft-asked question on selling out
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/no-stake-sale-on-cards-sam-balsara/

Big Magic goes in for a revamp, will turn into a 24x7 comedy channel
The change happens with effect from April 27 with several other new shows planned to start alongside a revamp of Uff! Yeh Nadaniyaan as Total Nadaniyaan
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/big-magic-goes-in-for-a-revamp-will-turn-into-a-24x7-comedy-channel/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Goafest is too democratised, says Sonal Dabral
Goafest is India's premier advertising show and it needs to behave like one, Sonal Dabral tells Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sanjeev-kotnala-goafest-is-too-democratised-says-sonal-dabral/

Posterscope executes high-decibel outdoor campaign for Frooti
It had to appear distinguished in a cluttered advertising landscape with its contemporary new look and a bold logo design
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/posterscope-executes-high-decibel-outdoor-campaign-for-frooti/

'Play with Oreo', urges cookie brand to consumers
The cookie encourages more fun and play with its "Play with OREO" campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/play-with-oreo-urges-cookie-brand-to-consumers/

Parle Products takes the Outdoor route to promote Litter Free initiative
The initiative, developed by Havas Media Group's OOH and activation brand Havas Media Active, seeks to take forward Parle's anti-littering message in an outdoor setting
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/parle-products-takes-the-outdoor-route-to-promote-litter-free-initiative/

Earth and Air Films produces new campaign for Signature
The film essentially showcases the aura of an individual on wearing the vest
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/earth-and-air-films-produces-new-campaign-for-signature/

Scatter finds acceptance with marketers
In a short period of two months, brands like Gionee, Mahidra Holidays, Bharti AXA, Maruti Suzuki Swift and Horlicks have begun actively using the platform

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/scatter-finds-acceptance-with-marketers/

Stories on 21st Apr '15

Now, Group CEO & Equity Partner, Madison Media
Yes! Vikram Sakhuja is joining Sam Balsara to take charge of the media agency empire plus the out-of-home business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/now-group-ceo-equity-partner-madison-media/

Publicis bags MakeMyTrip biz
The pitching process included a total of 9 agencies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/publicis-bags-makemytrip-biz/

JWT elevates Carlton D'Silva as CEO, Hungama Digital Services
Carlton will be reporting into Tarun Rai and will continue to lead HDS's creative leadership
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/jwt-elevates-carlton-dsilva-as-ceo-hungama-digital-services/

Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal steal the show at Press Club Mumbai's 'Ouch Awards'
The 'Ouch' Awards was a prelude to the more serious RedInk Awards organized by the Club scheduled for April 30, which applauds excellence in journalism
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/rahul-gandhi-arvind-kejriwal-steal-the-show-at-press-club-mumbais-ouch-awards/

Ranjona Banerji: The new, sloppy world of Indian journalism
If your place of employment has taken a policy decision to ignore the sort of stories that you feel strongly about, protest or even better, quit, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ranjona-banerji-the-new-sloppy-world-of-indian-journalism/

Kyoorius announces Jury Tours and FYIdays for awards
The 2015 Kyoorius Advertising & Digital Awards jury sessions will take place from 29th April until 2nd May at Indian School of Design & Innovation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/kyoorius-announces-jury-tours-and-fyidays-for-awards/

India TV Yuva Awards celebrates achievers
India TV Yuva awards are given away every year to youth icons who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in their respective fields

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/india-tv-yuva-awards-celebrates-achievers/

Stories on 20th Apr '15

IAA Leadership Awards 2015 presented
The premier awards for advertising, media and marketing professionals were presented with much fanfare on Saturday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/iaa-leadership-awards-2015-presented/

Shailesh Kapoor: Wake up to a World beyond Formulaic Entertainment
Replicating existing success stories through variants (called 'formula' in our industry) is fine to a point, but when that becomes the only way of working, you are in for long-term trouble, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/shailesh-kapoor-wake-up-to-a-world-beyond-formulaic-entertainment/

Ceat unveils campaign to promote tubeless tyres offering
The TV campaign has two distinct TVCs showing the human nature of lying to hide their mistakes
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ceat-unveils-campaign-to-promote-tubeless-tyres-offering/

Fastrack unveils latest campaign to promote new offering
The brand's latest campaign for summer sunglasses includes a TVC, microsite and crowdsourced look book
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/fastrack-unveils-latest-campaign-to-promote-new-offering/

Times Network announces slew of appointments
New alignment within the group's sales force aimed at meeting higher growth targets with an aggressive approach of Now or Nothing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/times-network-announces-slew-of-appointments/

'Freedom of expression' matters for Baggit
It will also be the anthem that forms the basis of all advertising and design work on the brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/freedom-of-expression-matters-for-baggit/

Amith Prabhu: Why PR is never going to get its due for a long time?
When will PR professionals learn to praise an achievement so that the profession gets the recognition it ought to get, asks Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/amith-prabhu-why-pr-is-never-going-to-get-its-due-for-a-long-time/

Coffee & Conversations with Rahul Kishore: Week #4: Shantanu Bhanja
In this edition of Coffee & Conversations, Rahul Kishore spends some quality time with Shantanu Bhanja, Chief Digital Officer, HT Media

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/coffee-conversations-with-rahul-kishore-week-4-shantanu-bhanja/

Stories on 17th Apr '15

IPL8 is more than 40% more popular than IPL7: TAM data
The first five matches of IPL8 garnered 4.5% Average.TVR which was 42% more compared to its previous edition, as per data released by TAM
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ipl8-is-more-than-40-more-popular-than-ipl7-tam-data/

ITC's media account may soon be up for grabs
The Kolkata-based Tobacco-to-consumer major's three-year contract with Madison World had expired in 2014 and the deal was extended for a year to December 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/itcs-media-account-may-soon-be-up-for-grabs/

Ranjona Banerji: Rahul G is back. Yawn
We are indeed lucky the news channels did not tell us what Rahul Gandhi was eating for breakfast and so on, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ranjona-banerji-rahul-g-is-back-yawn/

Star CJ is now Shop CJ, to concentrate on TV-led sales
The company, which started business in September 2009 with Star as a joint venture partner, has now allied with Providence Equity partners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/star-cj-is-now-shop-cj-to-concentrate-on-tv-led-sales/

Nahar Group unveils new campaign targeting kids
A customer is more conscious, globally travelled, and knows what he wants
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/nahar-group-unveils-new-campaign-targeting-kids/

Nitin Mantri appointed President of PRCAI
Mantri moves from Vice President to President of PRCAI
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/nitin-mantri-appointed-president-of-prcai/

'I am Nikon', asserts Nikon India in new campaign
The campaign will be live on 18th of April in two different edits for duration of 30 seconds each on television and the complete campaign of 60 seconds will be live on YouTube
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/i-am-nikon-asserts-nikon-india-in-new-campaign/

PassPass wins big at Delhi Ad Club awards
Felicitated for outstanding usage of media during Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif's India visit
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/passpass-wins-big-at-delhi-ad-club-awards/

Reliance partners with Personagraph; to provide more value for Game Developers and Advertisers
World Wide open and Personagraph launches a Private Marketplace (PMP) for Mobile Developers in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/reliance-partners-with-personagraph-to-provide-more-value-for-game-developers-and-advertisers/

Ambi Parameswaran's 'For God's Sake', now in paperback
The book won excellent reviews from book lovers and media when it came out in hardcover last year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ambi-parameswarans-for-gods-sake-now-in-paperback/

Invest in love this Akshaya Tritiya, says BlueStone
The new campaign by BlueStone states that love is the best investment

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/invest-in-love-this-akshaya-tritiya-says-bluestone/

Stories on 16th Apr '15

10 Trends to look forward to in Sports Broadcasting
From a single sports country to a multi-sport one, India has seen a boom in telecast of sporting events. Jai Lala picks 10 trends
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/10-trends-to-look-forward-to-in-sports-broadcasting/

Colors acquire IIFA telecast rights from Star Plus
The 2015 edition of the IIFA Weekend and Awards will be aired on Colors. Star Plus aired the show for 10 consecutive years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/colors-acquire-iifa-telecast-rights-from-star-plus/

Tata Sky's an-ad-a-day approach casts its spell on the viewers
What was to be achieved was a behavioural shift, hence it went beyond the 30 sec format of advertising
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/tata-skys-an-ad-a-day-approach-casts-its-spell-on-the-viewers/

For Times Network, it will be 'Now or Nothing'
New brand philosophy of Now or Nothing creates urgency in approach
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/for-times-network-it-will-be-now-or-nothing/

Dulux Velvet redefines wall decoration with new campaign
New TVC features Brand Ambassador Farhan Akhtar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dulux-velvet-redefines-wall-decoration-with-new-campaign/

DDB MudraMax executes noteworthy campaign for Lenskart & EBAI
Marking the one-year anniversary, Lenskart and the Transgender and Transsexual community, gathered at Jantar Mantar and pledged their eyes, en masse
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ddb-mudramax-executes-noteworthy-campaign-for-lenskart-ebai/

Alia Bhatt endorses new collection for Caprese
The campaign launches the chic 2015 Spring Summer collection
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/alia-bhatt-endorses-new-collection-for-caprese/

7UP hinges on 'Body ka Top UP' proposition in new TVC
The objective is to educate consumers and create a new category of products starting from 7UP Revive

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/7up-hinges-on-body-ka-top-up-proposition-in-new-tvc/

Stories on 15th Apr '15

Four Shades of Goafest 2015
Sanjeev Kotnala on the Excellent, the Good, the Not-so-Good and the Ugly at the three-day fest last weekend
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/four-shades-of-goafest-2015/

Cricket losing its charm, sponsors bat big time for hockey, football, says GroupM ESP report
Value of ground sponsorship for cricket fell to Rs 464.7 crore in 2014 from Rs 508.3 crore in 2013 while team sponsorship fell from Rs 389.2 crore in 2013 to Rs 347.8 crore, even as the sports industry grew 10 per cent.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/cricket-losing-its-charm-sponsors-bat-big-time-for-hockey-football-says-groupm-esp-report/

Zee Cinema unveils new brand identity
The new identity will aim to target new audiences while appealing to the changing palate of the movie viewing audiences
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/zee-cinema-unveils-new-brand-identity/

Saurabh Srivastava appointed CMO at MobiKwik
In his position as CMO, he will be a part of MobiKwik's core leadership team
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/saurabh-srivastava-appointed-cmo-at-mobikwik/

ASCI launches e-learning training on responsible advertising
The Advertising Standard Council of India (ASCI) has launched an online training programme for advertisers and communication professionals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/asci-launches-e-learning-training-on-responsible-advertising/

Indian consumers expected to fulfill big dreams
Security in Employment and positive economic growth stimulates big ticket purchases
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/indian-consumers-expected-to-fulfill-big-dreams/

ZeeQ changes avatar; introduces new programming line-up
ZeeQ is taking a step further by revamping the look, feel and positioning of the channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/zeeq-changes-avatar-introduces-new-programming-line-up/

Entry deadline extended for Kyoorius Advertising and Digital awards
In its second year, Kyoorius Advertising and Digital awards introduced a series of new categories
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/entry-deadline-extended-for-kyoorius-advertising-and-digital-awards/

12th edition of PromaxBDA to be held in Mumbai
PromaxBDA India 2015 will take place on 12th and 13th May, 2015 at the Indian School of Design & Innovation and The Westin, Mumbai

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/12th-edition-of-promaxbda-to-be-held-in-mumbai/

Stories on 14th Apr '15

Lowe Lintas does it in 2015 too!
Global Effie Index 2015 - Agency ranks #1 in India | #1 in APAC | #3 in the world
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/lowe-lintas-partners-india-does-it-in-2015-too/

IPG Mediabrands to launch online travel fest in India
The Great Indian Travel Festival will start on April 18 and end on April 26
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ipg-mediabrands-to-launch-online-travel-fest-in-india/

With Bengaluru as a hub, WPP to form global analytics firm 'Gain Theory'
The company will bring together data, analytics, technology solutions and consumer-insight capabilities to help marketers simplify the sheer volume of data they are currently receiving
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/with-bengaluru-as-a-hub-wpp-to-form-global-analytics-firm-gain-theory/

Nominees announced for IAA Leadership Awards
Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha to present third edition of IAA awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/nominees-announced-for-iaa-leadership-awards/

India TV Yuva Awards to happen on April 18
Top politicians, actors, sportspersons etc are in running for the annual awards instituted by news channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/india-tv-yuva-awards-to-happen-on-april-18/

McDonald's urges audience to spend quality time, offline
Leo Burnett's #KuchPalOffline campaign for McDonalds urges people to go offline for some time
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/mcdonalds-urges-audience-to-spend-quality-time-offline/

Ranjona Banerji: Not enough on Sania!
Newspapers often waste space on some unknown person of Indian origin winning a municipal election in an obscure American town just because of the Indian connection so it was unfortunate to see Sania Mirza not making the cut, notes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ranjona-banerji-not-enough-on-sania/

Havas, O&M, Lowe Lintas win big at APAC Effies 2015
The winners emerged from 92 finalists across 36 categories
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/havas-om-lowe-lintas-win-big-at-apac-effies-2015/

Kavita Sadana appointed Group Account Director at DDB MudraMax
Kavita will be spearheading DDB MudraMax's Ahmedabad operations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/kavita-sadana-appointed-group-account-director-at-ddb-mudramax/

AMES 2015 receives good response
Entries were received from 20 different countries across Asia Pacific and beyond

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ames-2015-receives-good-response/

Stories on 13th Apr '15

JWT gains most metals at Creative Abby
Linen Lintas bagged the sole Grand Prix awarded at the Creative Abby at Goafest 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/jwt-gains-most-metals-at-creative-abby/

Bobby Pawar: Awards - 2. Awards Business - 4
When did the advertising awards lose their innocence? The gamification has perverted the very reason why advertising awards were birthed, writes BobbyPawar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/awards-2-awards-business-4-bobby-pawar/

Credibility of Abby has been restored: Pratap Bose
The Advertising Club President Bose speaks on how the awards have been this year, and whether the Ad Club will ever be able to bring Ogilvy and Lintas back to participate
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/credibility-of-abby-has-been-restored-pratap-bose/

It was a slick and satisfying show: Nakul Chopra
The Goafest Organising Committee Chairman is content to have helmed a successful edition of the three-day fest. And that he certainly achieved what he set out to do
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/it-was-a-slick-and-satisfying-show-nakul-chopra/

Sanjeev Kotnala:Destination #1 for ad,media & mktng pros
In the eyes of the industry, the Creative and Media Abby became the main attraction of Goafest, writes Sanjeev Kotnala who has attended all 10 editions of Goafest. This three-day fiesta has fought many a battle, but lived to create its own niche and has only emerged stronger after all these challenges, he writes
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sanjeev-kotnala-destination-1-for-ad-media-marketing-pros/

SoundBytes @ Goafest 2015
Nuggets from what various speakers said on the three days of Goafest
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/soundbytes-goafest-2015/

Creative Abby winnings over the years
Here's a look at Creative Abby winnings over the years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/creative-abby-winnings-over-the-years/

Coffee & Conversations with Rahul Kishore: Week #3: Nisha Narayanan
Rahul Kishore gets more than professional in the third edition of his Coffee & Conversations series. This week with Nisha Narayanan, COO, Red FM
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/coffee-conversations-with-rahul-kishore-week-3-nisha-narayanan/

Navin Talreja & Kawal Shoor quit O&M to launch agency
They put in their papers last week and will serve notice till the end of April
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/senior-om-execs-navin-talreja-and-kawal-shoor-quit-to-launch-own-agency/

Amith Prabhu: Which are the good PR firms?
While there are a few bright sparks that enter the profession every year a large number of entrants lack basic understanding of the business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/amith-prabhu-which-are-the-good-pr-firms/

Tata Capital supports the cause of Right to Education
Tata Capital is looking to create an ideal learning environment for the children
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/tata-capital-supports-the-cause-of-right-to-education/

Popees hands over media mandate to Dentsu
It won the account in a multi-agency pitch; Maxus was the incumbent on the account
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/popees-hands-over-media-mandate-to-dentsu/

SapientNitro unveils ad campaign to launch new HTC smartphone
The new campaign supports the ‘One Life’ organizing idea which articulates the brand’s belief that life is for living

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sapientnitro-unveils-ad-campaign-to-launch-new-htc-smartphone/

Stories on 10th Apr '15

GroupM maxes Media Abby as Lodestar UM wins 3 Golds
The WPP media agency network bagged 28 metals as IPG Mediabrands agency won 3 Golds, the highest amongst all winners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/groupm-maxes-media-abby-as-lodestar-um-wins-3-golds/

BCCL scores maximum metals at Publisher Abby
Bennett, Coleman and Company Ltd (The Times of India group) bagged three Golds, three Silvers and one Bronze metal at the Publisher Abby category of the Creative Awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/bccl-scores-maximum-metals-at-publisher-abby/

Goafest Day 1: Content key to success, say biggies in Industry Conclave
The Industry Conclave, followed the inauguration, and saw keynotes by Anand Kripalu, D. Shivakumar, R Chandrasekar and Sanjeeb Chaudhuri
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/goafest-day-1-content-key-to-success-say-biggies-in-industry-conclave/

Top creative honchos judge for Goafest Abby Jury
Manish Bhatt of Scarecrow is heading the Integrated Abby Jury
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/top-creative-honchos-judge-for-goafest-abby-jury/

Shailesh Kapoor: Expectations from BARC on the Eve of its Debut
Shailesh Kapoor lists five expectations from BARC for it to emerge as not just India’s unanimous TV currency, but also an industry favourite for years to come
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/shailesh-kapoor-expectations-from-barc-on-the-eve-of-its-debut/

Ranjona Banerji: The curious use of the term "presstitute"
I would suggest that working journalists who feel so strongly about abhorrent media practices invented by the people who pay them their salaries need to take a strong stand and pay the price for their principles by becoming jobless, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ranjona-banerji-the-curious-use-of-the-term-presstitute/

Sportz Interactive executes multiple innovations at Cricket WC 2015
Through the World Cup, SI innovated to help Star Sports deliver the highest engagement among brands on digital platforms
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sportz-interactive-executes-multiple-innovations-at-cricket-wc-2015/

Rajat Kakar elevated as MD, India at Sony DADC
Under the new role he will oversee Sony DADC manufacturing and distribution units alongside the licensee business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/rajat-kakar-elevated-as-md-india-at-sony-dadc/

Mathrubhumi's reality check initiative in Kerala receives good response
When Mathrubhumi did a check, they concluded that every year, the State Government of Kerala announces numerous projects and public benefit programs with great fanfare but they never take off
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/mathrubhumis-reality-check-initiative-in-kerala-receives-good-response/

CP PLUS rolls out TVC to highlight supremacy in video surveillance domain
Encompasses the omniscient quality of its products with the popular tagline, "Uparwala sab dekh raha hai."

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/cp-plus-rolls-out-tvc-to-highlight-supremacy-in-video-surveillance-domain/

Stories on 9th Apr '15

All set for the 10th Goafest...
... and the Ad Club’s Abby which has seen a 35% hike in entries + interview with Nakul Chopra, chairman of Goafest Organising Commitee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/all-set-for-the-10th-goafest/

E-commerce majors Flipkart, Amazon etc spend mega on ads
TAM Adex data show that the big four e-commerce companies ­ Amazon, Flipkart, Snapdeal and OLX alone spent a staggering Rs 600 crore on ads in 2014. Overall, the sector spent Rs 750-800 crore in 2014 and the budget would cross Rs 1,000 crore in 2015, say media planners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/e-commerce-majors-flipkart-amazon-etc-spend-mega-on-ads/

MSM to rake in Rs 1kcr from IPL ad as e-com players join the party
Multi Screen Media, the official broadcaster of the Indian Premier League, is likely to make about Rs 1,000 crore from on-air sponsors and spot advertising this year, riding an ecommerce wave
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/msm-to-rake-in-rs-1kcr-from-ipl-ad-as-e-com-players-join-the-party/

IAA announces 3rd edition of leadership awards
The awards will be presented across 12 categories on Saturday, April 18, 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/iaa-announces-3rd-edition-of-leadership-awards/

O&M to handle creative mandate for Xrbia Developers
XRBIA Developers Ltd is focused on building world-class cities that offers futuristic and sustainable housing solutions to every Indian
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/om-to-handle-creative-mandate-for-xrbia-developers/

Tanishq unveils campaign to highlight matchless offerings
Tanishq has used a unique story-telling approach in the commercials, which is very different from anything the brand has done in the past
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/tanishq-unveils-campaign-to-highlight-matchless-offerings/

India Property Insider debuts in UAE
Monthly publication to facilitate NRI Investment in Indian Real Estate sector

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/india-property-insider-debuts-in-uae/

Stories on 8th Apr '15

Events & Activation grows 15% annually fm 2011-12: EY-EEMA report
Executive summary of the report that notes that the sector has grown from Rs 2,800 cr in 2011-12 to Rs 4,258 cr in 2014-15
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/events-activation-biz-grows-15-annually-fm-2011-12-ey-eema-report/

IPL teams to mop up Rs 300 crore in sponsorship deals as most brands stay committed
Media planners and industry sources say sponsorship rates have risen 10-15% over last year, when the eight teams put together made just over Rs 250 crore from sponsorship
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ipl-teams-to-mop-up-rs-300-crore-in-sponsorship-deals-as-most-brands-stay-committed/

App publishers counter undercutting ad networks
Publishers claim Indian players like InMobi, SVGMedia and VServ are known to play by the rules, but those in China, especially YeahMobi and Avazu don’t necessarily do
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/app-publishers-counter-undercutting-ad-networks/

Speed is good, affirms Vodafone in new campaign
The new campaign showcases everyday moments to bring alive the benefits of a Faster Data Network
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/speed-is-good-affirms-vodafone-in-new-campaign/

Sanjeev Kotnala: How to max it at Goafest. A frequent GOFEST Traveller's Guide
It is Sanjeev Kotnala's 10th Goafest and here he offers handy tips to the first- and many-timers on how to max(imise) Goafest 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sanjeev-kotnala-how-to-max-it-at-goafest-a-frequent-gofest-travellers-guide/

#ThereIsAnotherWay stresses Educomp via new campaign
The campaign "#ThereIsAnotherWay" stresses on the importance of a smarter way of learning

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/thereisanotherway-stresses-educomp-via-new-campaign/

Stories on 7th Apr '15

Getting set for Mindshare Mena: Ravi Rao
Up, Close and Personal with the former Leader of Mindshare, South Asia who moves in as Chief Client Officer at Mindshare Mena
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/getting-set-for-mindshare-mena-ravi-rao/

Jabong takes 'Be You' philosophy further with new TVCs
The TVC reiterates the idea of self-direction and freethinking, unescorted by the stringent norms of the society
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/jabong-takes-be-you-philosophy-further-with-new-tvcs-2/

Sniper makes debut in India
The launch of Sniper stems from the need for a new hybrid entity that combines the best of the big-budget, high production values model of Bang Bang Films
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sniper-makes-debut-in-india/

Hungama.com unveils Studio Diaries Part 2
The association, which began with the launch of the first video in March 2015, has, within a short period of its launch, registered over 1.5 lac views from across the globe
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/hungama-com-unveils-studio-diaries-part-2/

Ranjona Banerji: Journos get hysterical on Twitter on Mihir Sharma's religion
As a journalist (or indeed as a citizen) you are free to call yourself what you want and criticise whoever and whatever you want, notes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ranjona-banerji-journos-get-hysterical-on-twitter-on-mihir-sharmas-religion/

Child Rights and You (CRY) invites applications for Media Fellowship
The journalist would be required to research on a topic of his choice which must encapsulate an area of neglect or violation of the child right space

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/child-rights-and-you-cry-invites-applications-for-media-fellowship/

Stories on 6th Apr '15

Top 10 trends of IPL Season 8
It's that time of the year when the country's getting set for IPL fever. Here'a a trendwatch from GroupM ESP
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/top-10-trends-of-ipl-season-8/

Varun Channa is MD, Mindshare Malaysia
He was Marketing Head and part of the start-up team for Danone India and also spent nearly 15 years with JWT India at its flagship Mumbai office working with Unilever and other key clients
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/varun-channa-is-md-mindshare-malaysia/

With World Cup viewership worse than 2011 edition, Star misses Rs 850-crore ad target
Much like the national cricket team, Star India's World Cup performance doesn’t seem to have reached the same level that it did in the 2011 outing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/with-world-cup-viewership-worse-than-2011-edition-star-misses-rs-850-crore-ad-target/

Divya Uttam joins Razorfish as Director Strategy
Razorfish India strengthens its brand and digital strategy team with the appointment
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/divya-uttam-joins-razorfish-as-director-strategy/

After Six, Sony out with second sports channel - KIX
One of SONY KIX’s flagship offerings would be the Pepsi IPL, which begins from April 8 this year and will be telecast on the channel in English, Tamil & Telugu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/after-six-sony-out-with-second-sports-channel-kix/

FCB unveils 'Uncancel' for MakeMyTrip
Enables customers cancelling a trip, to reschedule it instead, at no extra cost
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/fcb-unveils-uncancel-for-makemytrip/

Jabong takes 'Be You' philosophy further with new TVCs
The TVC reiterates the idea of self-direction and freethinking, unescorted by the stringent norms of the society
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/jabong-takes-be-you-philosophy-further-with-new-tvcs/

Amith Prabhu: The Aam Aadmi Party just did business
The core AAP voter base does not care about intra-party fights as long as the party they voted for delivers on its promises which the governments has got down to do, notes Amith Prabhu

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/amith-prabhu-the-aam-aadmi-party-just-did-business/

Stories on 2nd Apr '15

Meet the Media Superviewer!
The entire deck from a special Nielsen study on the tribe of heavy internet users with a corresponding high level of dependency on connectivity
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/meet-the-media-superviewer/

Dr Uday Nirgudkar takes charge as Editor of dna as CP Surendran quits
His name appears in the newspaper's imprint with effect from today
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dr-uday-nirgudkar-takes-charge-as-editor-of-dna-as-cp-surendran-quits/

No edition tomorrow. We're closed for Good Friday
We'll be back on Monday, April 6 with our scheduled updates and newsletter
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/no-edition-tomorrow-were-closed-for-good-friday/

Mondelez unveils 'Jiyo Lightum Light' moment for Perk
In the TVC, Alia is seen in a playful and mischievous avatar, bringing to life Perk's new 'Jiyo Lightum Light' campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/mondelez-unveils-jiyo-lightum-light-moment-for-perk/

Sanjeev Kotnala: 'Be bad and don't hold back when it comes to creativity'
Stretch yourself and don't give in to constraints, even if it is always under the shadow of losing clients. The idea is to do something unexpected, says Sanjeev Kotnala about his learnings from the recently-held Adfest in Thailand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/sanjeev-kotnala-be-bad-and-dont-hold-back-when-it-comes-to-creativity/

Maxus creates special innovation platform for Vodafone
The thought-provoking initiative devised by Maxus ESP for Vodafone India, highlighted some of the most exciting emerging business ventures
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/maxus-creates-special-innovation-platform-for-vodafone/

EEMAGINE Summit to be held in Delhi next week
The convention is being hosted at the FICCI House
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/eemagine-summit-to-be-held-in-delhi-next-week/

TVS Tyres launches new TVC campaign
Riding on the 'Change' thought process we are witnessing in India, the TVC aptly brings out the relevance of the new brand identity
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/tvs-tyres-launches-new-tvc-campaign/

Kalyan Jewellers unveils star-studded campaign
The three-phased campaign is targeted at SEC A, B groups and will initially break on television followed by digital, print and outdoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/kalyan-jewellers-unveils-star-studded-campaign/

Dulux Velvet Touch's new campaign redefines wall decoration
Dulux Velvet Touch's Fashion Trends is an offering of high-end emulsions (decorative paints)

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dulux-velvet-touchs-new-campaign-redefines-wall-decoration/

Stories on 1st Apr '15

Kyoorius to partner Goafest?
Melt-ing is the preserve of Goafest, industrypersons say. Unique alliance struck between Pratap Bose & Rajesh Kejriwal at a party late last year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/kyoorius-to-shift-to-goafest/

News-hour debates Fevikwik ad. Nation wants to know why Indian soldier touched feet of Pakistani soldier to repair shoe, thunders Arnab
Arnab said: Ladies and gentlemen on this first day of April 2015, it is indeed strange that a Pakistani soldier doesn't carry his own adhesive. Doesn't the country make its own adhesives? Does this tell a story of the Pakistan economy?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/news-hour-debates-fevikwik-ad-nation-wants-to-know-why-indian-soldier-touched-feet-of-pakistani-soldier-to-repair-shoe-thunders-arnab/

Now, an Award for Award Shows
Two shows are planned: one for award shows and the other for best food at award shows. While event shows do recognise award shows, this is a special show only for awards, including the film awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/now-an-award-for-award-shows/

Star Sports to consider Lagori/Pitto league
After kabaddi, Star may be considering having a championship league for 'seven stones'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/now-an-award-for-award-shows/

Omnicom appoints Amol Dighe as Head of Investment India
He will also be incharge of special projections in South East Asia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/omnicom-appoints-amol-dighe-as-head-of-investment-india/

Kyoorius launches Melt, 2-day ad, media & marketing festival
Zee, GroupM & D&AD to partner the two-day event which will culminate in Kyoorius Ad & Digital Awards which has Colors as presenting sponsor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/kyoorius-launches-melt-2015-2-day-ad-media-marketing-festival/

Damien Marchi is Global Head of Content at Havas Media
Marchi has over 15 years experience specialising in cross platform content production, commercialisation and marketing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/damien-marchi-appointed-global-head-of-content-at-havas-media/

Dell questions conventional with 'Learning Meets Doing'
The TVC is a reiteration of Dell's belief that a school student's education can be made more engaging by leveraging the potential of technology
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dell-questions-the-conventional-with-learning-meets-doing/

AL Jazeera English now available on Airtel D2H
With this partnership, Al Jazeera English will now be accessible on all major D2H platforms

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/al-jazeera-english-now-available-on-airtel-d2h/