Stories on 6th Oct '16

Getting SMEs to advertise on telly, the Amagi way

A quick text+video chat with Baskar Subramanian, Co-Founder, Amagi Media Labs on the launch of a platform especially for small and medium enterprises. Read more

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Jaisurya Das: I have a job offer in Mumbai, but the rentals are so damn high. Worthwhile moving?

Senior media professional and Contributing Editor, MxMIndia Jaisurya Das responds to a reader queries on a mixed bag of career and personal issues. Read more

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Apple, Google hold top spots in 'Best Global Brands Report'

Apple's brand value grew by 5 percent to US $178,119m, while Google's brand value rose 11 percent to US $133,252m. Read more

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Jivi Mobiles hands over creative mandate to IBD

Actor Irrfan Khan roped in as brand ambassador. Read more

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Dhara celebrates India with latest campaign by DDB Mudra

India enjoys a fairly busy festival calendar and we Indians keep track of these festivals with the same amount of zeal. Read more

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NatureFresh Acti-Lite partners MSD for  new brand ethos

The ethos of his personality and that of NatureFreshActi-Lite is what makes him a fit for the brand. Read more

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TVS Victor spreads smiles in McCann campaign

In the process, the father brings back smile and joy to her daughter and delivers an important life lesson. Read more

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Sathiyam TV assigns adsales duties to Fourth Dimension

The collaboration with Fourth Dimension will enable Sathiyam TV to effectively engage its media sales duties in India. Read more

Stories on 14th Sep '16

Independent, and luvin' it

Julian Boulding, President & Founder of thenetworkone was in India celebrating the spirit of the independent agencies. Read more

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Sanjeev Kotnala: Are you adding to the creative noise with unwanted, uninteresting, uninspiring crap?

The digital era demands that the content is refreshed faster than it is consumed. In the process, creativity is taking a backseat, writes Sanjeev Kotnala. Read more

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Cycle Rhythm introduces Sourav Ganguly as brand ambassador

Cycle Rhythm plans to launch a series of television commercials with Ganguly, to start a two-year association. Read more

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DDB Mudra announces formation of Group Operating Board

The GOB will advise and assist the Group CEO and MD, Chairman and CCO and CFO on various aspects related to leading and growing the organisation. Read more

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Viacom18, Times group get together for mega-concert starring Cold Play, Rahman, others

The Global Citizen India was launched in the presence of Maharashtra CM and top Bollywood Celebrities, the confusion regarding the Coldplay concert tickets were also cleared. Read more

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Stage set for 8th edition of EEMAX Global Conclave & Awards

India's apex body of the events and experiential marketing industry hosting the conclave on October 17-19, 2016 in Mumbai. Read more

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Zee Entertainment enters the US Hispanic market

Launches 'Zee Mundo', the first ever Spanish-language Bollywood movie channel. Read more

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32 new educational channels made available on Dish TV

Total 585+ channels and services; highest in the industry. Read more

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BBH showcases how Channel V is shallowest place on TV

The campaign supersedes Channel V's latest rebranding initiative to become a 24-hour all-music channel, with curated content. Read more

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Bajaj Avenger celebrates 'Brotherhood Day'

Conceptualised and executed by Mullen Lintas, the film has been unveiled only on the online medium. Read more

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IndusInd's "JeetkaHalla" looks to support para-athletes

Espousing the cause, IndusInd Bank aims to bring to light their contribution to the country by creating a nationwide movement of support. Read more

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Micromax partners One Digital Entertainment for its Canvas Fire range smartphones

Micromax product integration in latest music video by singing sensation Manj Music &Raftaar featuring Amy Jackson. Read more

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Viviana Mall launches new brand campaign in collaboration with Thought Blurb

The campaign celebrates the individuality of Vivana's customers. Read more

Stories on 24th Dec '15

Top 5 "Gamechangers" on Hindi GECs in 2015
Most new launches failed to get going in the year, many of them wrapping up even before the year ends, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/12/top-5-gamechangers-on-hindi-gecs-in-2015/

Dear MxM by Jaisurya Das: Why is there such a schism between the ethics of journalism taught in schools, and the journalism practised in the real world?
Senior media professional and Contributing Editor, MxMIndia Jaisurya Das responds to reader queries on career and personal issues
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/12/dear-mxm-by-jaisurya-das-why-is-there-such-a-schism-between-the-ethics-of-journalism-taught-in-schools-and-the-journalism-practised-in-the-real-world/

Motivator motivates Mohandas to move in as Client Leader
He joins the GroupM agency from Percept Media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/12/motivator-motivates-mohandas-to-move-in-as-client-leader/

DDB Mudra dreams up campaign for SBI home loans
The new ad campaign for SBI targets aspiring young home owners
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/12/ddb-mudra-dreams-up-campaign-for-sbi-home-loans/

The agency came first! Chicken major SH Group catches Bang in the Middle for retail venture
Bang in the Middle has already started work on the identity and campaign for the launch
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/12/the-agency-came-first-chicken-major-sh-group-catches-bang-in-the-middle-for-retail-venture/

Merry Christmas. See you on Monday, Dec 28
Our office is closed tomorrow, December 25, on account of Christmas

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/12/merry-christmas-see-you-on-monday-dec-28/

Stories on 30th Jun '15

Thinking Big with The Social Street
Pratap Bose takes on to the with multiple types of businesses, several offices and many big-ticket clients, all within a few months
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/thinking-big-with-the-social-street/

Mindshare is #1 as per latest RECMA ratings
Mindshare scored high on Vitality and Structure. All GroupM agencies made it to the list of the Top 10 agencies in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/mindshare-is-1-as-per-latest-recma-ratings/

Can CNN-IBN survive (and thrive) minus CNN?
The simple answer is YES. It can surely. Although it still hasn’t got a worthy replacement for Rajdeep Sardesai who left last year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/can-cnn-ibn-survive-and-thrive-minus-cnn/

Ranjona Banerji: Fair, upright, always objective, never biased columnists to the PM's rescue
From Indian Express to New Indian Express to firstpost.com to The Times of India and more, they tell us how Lalit Modi is misunderstood and misjudged, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/ranjona-banerji-fair-upright-always-objective-never-biased-columnists-to-the-pms-rescue/

Piyush is not a grumpy old man. Neither am I. WPP chief Martin Sorrell on retirement plans for the Ogilvy India boss and himself
"We have succession plans across the top 200 employees, but I’m not going to discuss that with you," said Sir Sorrell
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/piyush-is-not-a-grumpy-old-man-neither-am-i-wpp-chief-martin-sorrell-on-retirements-for-the-ogilvy-india-boss-and-himself/

Payment startup Oxigen to sponsor SA's T20 cricket team
With the sponsorship, Oxigen joins a spate of Indian start-ups such as Snapdeal, Paytm, YepMe  and CarTrade who have either advertised in international cricket matches or sponsored global teams
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/payment-startup-oxigen-to-sponsor-sas-t20-cricket-team/

Maxus unveils proprietary tool 'Maxus T2D'
The increase in viewership levels is majorly because of increase in TSV levels, as per analysis conducted by S-Group, the analytical arm of TAM Media Research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/maxus-unveils-proprietary-tool-maxus-t2d/

Havas Media wins digital mandate of Turtle
Turtle has a pan India presence with its own Turtle Stores as well as TurtleOnline.com
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/havas-media-wins-digital-mandate-of-turtle/

Eeksaurus bags award at Annecy IAFF 2015
It won the Annecy Cristal Award for their film on child labour for Rotary International

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/eeksaurus-bags-award-at-annecy-iaff-2015/

AdStrat: DDB Mudra executes a new campaign for Vento
Post its launch in 2010, the Volkswagen Vento has earned a reputation of being a premium sedan that delivers style with substance. With the launch of New Vento, Volkswagen aims to raise the bar for product superiority and style
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/06/adstrat-ddb-mudra-executes-a-new-campaign-for-vento/

Stories on 13th May '15

What makes WhatsApp & Facebook rule Indian Youth
The two platforms top the Brand Equity Most Exciting Brands in this country, with reason
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/what-makes-whatsapp-facebook-rule-indian-youth/

Samyak Chakrabarty quits DDB Mudra, to start social enterprise. May join Pratap Bose
He is setting up Social Quotient, a social cause marketing and communications company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/samyak-chakrabarty-quits-ddb-mudra-to-start-social-enterprise-may-join-pratap-bose/

Times of India bags INMA Global Innovation regional award
The Times of India group was among the seven companies rewarded for excellence in innovation by the International News Media Association (INMA), with social media curation company Storyful taking home worldwide first place in the Global Innovation Awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/times-of-india-bags-inma-global-innovation-regional-award/

DDB Mudra North wins the creative mandate for McVitie's Biscuits
The agency was chosen following a multi-agency pitch involving major Indian advertising players such as Dentsu Marcom and McVitie's India's incumbent agency Publicis Capital
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/ddb-mudra-north-wins-the-creative-mandate-for-mcvities-biscuits/

DMAi brings ECHO to Asia
The DMA International ECHO competition began in 1929 as the first direct mail awards show
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/dmai-brings-echo%e2%84%a2-to-asia/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Mass Exodus: Are you the next victim?
Employee exodus is a not reading the tremors right, writes Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/sanjeev-kotnala-mass-exodus-are-you-the-next-victim/

Bloomberg TV India introduces new programming line-up
Revamps the current Stock Market-centric programs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/05/bloomberg-tv-india-introduces-new-programming-line-up/

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 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 30th Jan '15

In the family way...
Starting January 31, Disney Channel takes the family route with clean, entertaining shows on weekends. A Q&A with Vijay Subramaniam, VP-Content &Communications, Media Network at Disney
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/in-the-family-way/

Dentsu Aegis Network acquires majority in social & digital media agency WATConsult
WATConsult will become part of  Isobar, Dentsu Aegis Network's global digital marketing agency and will be referred to as 'WATConsult - Linked by Isobar'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/dentsu-aegis-network-acquires-majority-in-social-digital-media-agency-watconsult/

Ranjona Banerji: The Hindu breaks a great story with Jayanthi Natarajan's letter to Sonia Gandhi
This is a real "break" and exclusive, not the "today the sun is shining" sort of breaking news story that TV has made infamous, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/ranjona-banerji-the-hindu-breaks-a-great-story-with-jayanthi-natarajans-letter-to-sonia-gandhi/

Sony Pal not shutting yet, set for a revamp
The beleaguered Hindi Channel is going in for a content revamp and will be up for a relaunch
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/sony-pal-not-shutting-yet-set-for-a-revamp/

Shailesh Kapoor: The Kiran Bedi School of Entertainment
The Barack Obama trip notwithstanding, the News Entertainer of the Week (also the Month) Award was snatched away by the ever-so-incorrigible Kiran Bedi, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/shailesh-kapoor-the-kiran-bedi-school-of-entertainment/

DDB-U flagged off by DDB Mudra in India
The two programs were held in MICA, Ahmedabad from the 23rd­ 29th January 2015
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/ddb-u-flagged-off-by-ddb-mudra-in-india/

The Gunn Report for 2014 unveiled
It is based on the results of 45 global, regional and national creative award contests
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/the-gunn-report-for-2014-unveiled/

P&G unveils new brand philosophy #ChangeDestiny for SK-II
Award-winning ballet dancer Misa Kuranaga stars in first chapter of #changedestiny global campaign by Leo Burnett Singapore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/pg-unveils-new-brand-philosophy-changedestiny-for-sk-ii/

SureWaves partners Hansa for Third Party Audit & Valuation
The Third Party Audit and Validation of the SureWaves Spot TV Network by Hansa Research will cover Random Physical Verification of Technology Deployment at Channel Studios
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/surewaves-partners-hansa-for-third-party-audit-valuation/

Grey's 'Beti Bachao' campaign aims to empower birth of a girl child
It aims to address the dipping female sex ratio and empower the birth of girl child in the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/greys-beti-bachao-campaign-aims-to-empower-birth-of-a-girl-child/

'Are you a Great Dad?', quizzes SBI Life through new campaign
The TVC takes one through the journey of an army man who is questioning himself - has he truly been a good father to his child?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/are-you-a-great-dad-quizzes-sbi-life-through-new-campaign/

Blue Lotus Communications strengthens leadership team
The move is a key step towards consolidation and growth
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/blue-lotus-communications-strengthens-leadership-team/

Social Media Week to focus on 'Upwardly Mobile - The rise of the connected class'
City set to host the fourth edition of the global event, from February 23-27, 2015

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/social-media-week-to-focus-on-upwardly-mobile-the-rise-of-the-connected-class/

Stories on 14th Jan '15

Change of Guard at JWT. Tarun Rai is new CEO South Asia
The outgoing WWM CEO will take over from Colvyn Harris who will assume a global role
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/change-of-guard-at-jwt-tarun-rai-is-new-ceo-south-asia/

MEC unveils its fifth annual Review Preview
2015 edition pulls together key global thought leadership essays
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/mec-unveils-its-fifth-annual-review-preview/

DDB Mudra North wins creative mandate for Pan Bahar
There is no incumbent agency on the account
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/ddb-mudra-north-wins-creative-mandate-for-pan-bahar/

Dr Uday Nirgudkar of Zee 24 Taas to hold additional charge of dna
Dr Nirgudkar, Editor and Head of Zee 24 Taas, will hold additional charge as Chief of dna
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/dr-uday-nirgudkar-of-zee-24-taas-to-hold-additional-charge-of-dna/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Is there a deeper consumer understanding in the new Dabur TVC?
In our social framework, hair for a woman has a lot more meaning than just an accessory, writes Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/sanjeev-kotnala-is-there-a-deeper-consumer-understanding-in-the-new-dabur-tvc/

Ranjona Banerji: Why it's not cowardly to differ with Charlie Hebdo
Commentaries on journalism - often by people who have little or no experience of journalism - sometimes comment in horrified terms about "self-censorship", writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/ranjona-banerji-why-its-not-cowardly-to-differ-with-charlie-hebdo/

Star Utsav refreshes logo
Star Utsav's brand new refreshed logo is in line with STAR India's Crystal Ruby star
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/star-utsav-refreshes-logo/

Turner appointed licensing agent for Mr Bean in Asia
In 2015, Mr Bean celebrates its 25th anniversary with the brand going from strength to strength
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/turner-appointed-licensing-agent-for-mr-bean-in-asia/

Tarun Rai to take charge at JWT South, Colvyn Harris gets global role
J Walter Thompson names Tarun Rai as its new South Asia CEO replacing  Colvyn Harris who will take up a global role as executive director, global growth and client development

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/tarun-rai-to-take-charge-at-jwt-south-colvyn-harris-gets-global-role/

Stories on 6th Jan '15

What the Stars Foretell for Creative Professionals in 2015
The second of a two-part forecast by Ganeshaspeaks.com, India's #1 astro services provider. Exclusively for MxMIndia readers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/what-the-stars-foretell-for-creative-professionals-in-2015/

Gaurav Jeet Singh to head media services at Unilever South Asia
He replaces Atit Mehta as head of media services who has quit the company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/gaurav-jeet-singh-to-head-media-services-at-unilever-south-asia/

Ranjona Banerji: Battle of the Boat
Anyone who has questions about the boat is a traitor and a Congress agent and anyone who swallows every MoD press release is an uber-patriot, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/ranjona-banerji-battle-of-the-boat/

Aman Mannan appointed Group ECD at Leo Burnett
He will work closely with Raj Deepak Das towards creating work that strongly reflects the agency?s HumanKind philosophy
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/aman-mannan-appointed-group-ecd-at-leo-burnett/

It's People, Product & Profit for Saurabh Varma, Leo Burnett Group CEO
The Leo Group CEO writes a mail to his team reminding them of the ambition to be among the Top 5 creative agencies in the world within the next the two years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/its-people-product-profit-for-saurabh-varma-leo-burnett-group-ceo/

Polycab launches new campaign to push its brand identity
The new commercial, directed by Pradeep Sarkar and launched by RK Swamy BBDO group highlights the vision of Polycab to provide happiness to people
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/polycab-launches-new-campaign-to-push-its-brand-identity/

#fame raises $10mn in round 2 financing from TTN Ventures
Funding to drive scale-up of #fame's original video content, talent network and regional expansion
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/fame-raises-10mn-in-round-2-financing-from-ttn-ventures/

Ola unveils first-ever brand campaign - Chalo Niklo
The campaign highlights the evolving consumer usage pattern for cabs - from planned travel to spontaneous movement
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/ola-unveils-first-ever-brand-campaign-chalo-niklo/

94.3 Radio One launches new CSR campaign
Uday Benegal, Vicky Ratnanai,  Dalip Tahil, Shriya Saran, Rehan Poncha, Mickey Mehta and Meera Sanyal join Host Hrishi K in a live dialogue to launch campaign

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/01/94-3-radio-one-launches-new-csr-campaign/

Stories on 2nd Dec 14

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories on 9th Oct 14

Chini-Chini Buy-Buy
'Made in China' brands like Xiaomi, Gionee & Oppo are rising in acceptance in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/chini-chini-buy-buy/

ZO wins media mandate of Indiahomes.com
Indiahomes.com is India's multi-award winning and leading Property Advisory Company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/zo-wins-media-mandate-of-indiahomes-com/

DDB Mudra appointed creative agency for Sony Max & Max2
The decision was closed following a competitive pitch by a few selectively invited agencies, vying for the account
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/ddb-mudra-appointed-creative-agency-for-sony-max-max2/

Lowe Lintas + Partners impresses at Jay Chiat with 2 wins
This is the first time that any agency from India has won two awards in one year at Jay Chiat
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/lowe-lintas-partners-impresses-at-jay-chiat-with-2-wins/

Radio City launches its first ever Loyalty Programme - City First
The brand gears up to introduce the pioneering 'Loyalty Programme' as part of its engaging 'City First Aap First' nation-wide campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/radio-city-launches-its-first-ever-loyalty-programme-city-first/

Voylla unveils first-ever television campaign
Voylla has become one of the top most searched and on its partnering  channels like Amazon, Flipkart, Snapdeal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/voylla-unveils-first-ever-television-campaign/

What Ticks for Indian Consumers/ Family - Shashi Sinha and CVL Srinivas
Continuing with our extracts from the second edition of the MxMIndia Annual, we present contributions by Shashi Sinha and CVL Srinivas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/what-ticks-for-indian-consumers-family-shashi-sinha-and-cvl-srinivas/

Girish Balachandran joins Avian Media
Girish will work closely with the leadership team at Avian Media to further align and strengthen company's operations in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/girish-balachandran-joins-avian-media/

Stories on 31st Jul 14

Hic, Hic, Hurray!
In the absence of any clear rules, liquor companies are happily using social media to promote their brands
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/hic-hic-hurray/

Facebook signs first agency deal in India with GroupM
This partnership was announced during the recent visit of Sheryl Sandberg, COO, Facebook to India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/facebook-signs-first-agency-deal-in-india-with-groupm/

AXN India and CBS Studios announce television content deal
The new deal gives AXN access to all content distributed by CBS
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/axn-india-and-cbs-studios-announce-television-content-deal/

Speakers for Kyoorius Designyatra, 2014 announced
The list includes a diverse pool of creative minds from India and the globe
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/speakers-for-kyoorius-designyatra-2014-announced/

Spikes Asia announces Jury list for several categories
The include Creative Effectiveness; Design; Film, Print, Outdoor & Radio; Media; and PR juries
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/spikes-asia-announces-jury-list-for-several-categories/

Jockey takes 'The best or nothing' route with new TVC
The campaign has been conceptualised based on the insight that the young don't believe in half-measures; they will either go for broke or give it all up
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/jockey-takes-the-best-or-nothing-route-with-new-tvc/

YuppTV announces worldwide launch of ARY channels
YuppTV announced the launch of Pakistan's leading ARY television channels to subscribers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/yupptv-announces-worldwide-launch-of-ary-channels/

DDB Mudra West launches new campaign for Femina
The objective was to engage with the millennial woman of today while driving connect with brand Femina
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/ddb-mudra-west-launches-new-campaign-for-femina/

Stories on 9th Jul 14

Services sector with 9% CAGR: Eco Survey
As per the Economic Survey, in 2013-14, the growth rate of the combined category of trade, hotels, restaurants, transport, storage, and communications decelerated to 3.0 per cent while financing, insurance, real estate, and business services grew robustly at 12.9 per cent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/services-sector-with-9-cagr-eco-survey/

BudgetSpeak #14: Ravi Rao: 10 Dreams that the Budget should see come true
Ravi Rao, Leader, South Asia, Mindshare hopes the Union Budget will help his 10 dreams come true
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/budgetspeak-14-ravi-rao-10-dreams-that-the-budget-should-see-come-true/

Snapdeal unveils TVC announcing Annual Sale
Quirky and insightful, the latest ad film focusses on how easy it is to be fashionable
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/snapdeal-unveils-tvc-announcing-annual-sale/

DDB Mudra releases new campaign for HBO Premium
The HBO Premium channels campaign has been launched with the aim of making sure that audiences have an uninterrupted ad-free viewing experience
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/ddb-mudra-releases-new-campaign-for-hbo-premium/

MindShift's campaign for HomeShop 18 draws good response
The campaign which explores humor via jokes and memes garnered 100 million impressions in less than a month
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/mindshifts-campaign-for-homeshop-18-draws-good-response/

Late editions on Thursday, July 10 & Monday, July 14
Our updates will happen at 3pm tomorrow (July 10) due to the Budget and at 2pm on Monday, July 14 given the World Cup final
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/late-editions-on-thursday-july-10-monday-july-14/

Boost for digital media in Rail Budget
Two categories of railway stations will now be wifi-ed and food can now be ordered at food courts via SMS
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/boost-for-digital-media-in-rail-budget/

Six Inches unveils OOH campaign for Philip Capital
The Philip Capital campaign reflects the positive outlook in the stock market and urges investors to ride it

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/six-inches-unveils-ooh-campaign-for-philip-capital/

BudgetSpeak #16: Roopam Asthana: We expect a Budget that will overall business confidence
The focus of employment generation should be on Tier 3 cities and smaller towns so that growth in more equitable across the country, writes Roopam Asthana is C E O & Whole Time Director, Liberty Videocon General Insurance Company Ltd

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/budgetspeak-16-roopam-asthana-we-expect-a-budget-that-will-overall-business-confidence/

BudgetSpeak #15: Arun Firodia: Need to lay down a roadmap for next five years

The main priorities before the government are reducing food inflation, job creation, energy security, defence and infrastructure, writes Arun Firodia, Chairman, Kinetic Group

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/07/budgetspeak-15-arun-firodia-need-to-lay-down-a-roadmap-for-next-five-years/

Stories on 6th Jan '14

Sunny times in 2014, say media agency bosses
The media agency business will see vibrant growth this year, predict captains of the media planning and buying business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/sunny-times-in-2014-say-media-agency-bosses/

McCann's Rahul Mathew joins DDB Mudra West as Creative Head
He joins DDB Mudra West from McCann where he was ECD. He will report to Sonal Dabral
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/mccanns-rahul-mathew-joins-ddb-mudra-west-as-creative-head/

Creativeland's new campaign of Canvas Blaze by MTS
Creativeland Asia engages with 'internet generation' for the new campaign of Canvas Blaze by MTS
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/creativelands-new-campaign-of-canvas-blaze-by-mts/

Uday Shankar receives W Bengal govt award
West Bengal government recognises Star India CEO Uday Shankar for Special Contribution to Bengali Television
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/uday-shankar-receives-w-bengal-govt-award/

Amith Prabhu | 2014: A year that promises a lot of action
Amith Prabhu lists the five trends he sees happening in the field of public relations this year

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/amith-prabhu-2014-a-year-that-promises-a-lot-of-action/

Stories on 15th Oct '13

How Foursquare, Netflix & Spotify are developing agile organizations
Case studies from an Ernst & Young report on Digital Agility on 3 M&E firms fostering innovation by way of organizational agility
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/how-foursquare-netflix-spotify-are-developing-agile-organizations/


International Herald Tribune rechristened International New York Times, shuts Indian print edition
The International Herald Tribune has been renamed the International New York Times with shutters down on the India print edition
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/international-herald-tribune-rechristened-international-new-york-times-shuts-indian-print-edition/


TBWA\India names Xavi Bech de Careda Chief Strategy Officer
TBWA\India pull in Xavi Bech de Careda from DDB Mudra as Chief Strategy Officer
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/tbwaindia-names-xavi-bech-de-careda-chief-strategy-officer/


DDB Mudra appoints Arun Sharma as Head of Planning, Delhi
DDB Mudra gets in Arun Sharma from Contract to head planning in Delhi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/tbwaindia-names-xavi-bech-de-careda-chief-strategy-officer/


Ranjona Banerji: Good job by media on Phailin
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on all media - print, television, online and Twitter - twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/ranjona-banerji-good-job-by-media-on-phailin/


Rajan Srinivasan bigs adieu to Web18
The IBNLive CEO moves on, will announce next move in December
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/rajan-srinivasan-bigs-adieu-to-web18/

Stories on 12th Sep '13

Continuing education, not awards to be focus of new Advertising Club prez
DDB Mudra COO Pratap Bose takes charge of the Ad Club as term of Shashi Sinha, CEO, IPG Mediabrands & Lodestar UM ends
+ If processes are clear, there will be no problems with Creative Abby: Pratap Bose
+ Abby should continue in Goa: Shashi Sinha
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53944

TRAI recommendations on guidelines for TV rating agencies
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has released guidelines for the television ratings business in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53934

Slowdown doesn't slow down growth for retail chains in FY13
Retail chains post double-digit sales growth in FY13, despite slowdown
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53921

509 Indian entries to vie for Spikes Asia metals
Of the 4832 entries received, India was the fifth highest sender with 509 entries across 16 categories
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53920

Guest Column: Newspaper archives would be morgues if news would die
Anita Pujari, former head of research and archives at DNA and The Times of India, writes on the role that newspaper archives have in not just helping dig into news but also conduct socio-political economic research
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53923

Fox Traveller goes interactive with Brandscope
Brandscope performs an interactive campaign for Fox Traveller's new show 'SoundTrek'
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53937

One Alliance elevates Makarand Palekar as EVP
Mr Palekar was Senior VP - Sales & Strategy with MSM Discovery

http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53922

Stories on 11th Sep '13

Continuing education, not awards to be focus of new Advertising Club prez
DDB Mudra COO Pratap Bose takes charge of Ad Club as term of Shashi Sinha, CEO IPG Mediabrands & Lodestar UM ends
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53944


TRAI recommendations on guidelines for TV rating agencies
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has released guidelines for the television ratings business in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53934


Slowdown doesn't slow down growth for retail chains in FY13
Retail chains post double-digit sales growth in FY13, despite slowdown
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53921


509 Indian entries to vie for Spikes Asia metals
Of the 4832 entries received, India was the fifth highest sender with 509 entries across 16 categories
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53920


Guest Column: Newspaper archives would be morgues if news would die
Anita Pujari, former head of research and archives at DNA and The Times of India, writes on the role that newspaper archives have in not just helping dig into news but also conduct socio-political economic research
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53923


Fox Traveller goes interactive with Brandscope
Brandscope performs an interactive campaign for Fox Traveller's new show 'SoundTrek'
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53937


One Alliance elevates Makarand Palekar as EVP
Mr Palekar was Senior VP - Sales & Strategy with MSM Discovery
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=53922

Stories on 13th Jun '13

Can the NaMo magic work for the BJP?
With Narendra Modi heading the BJP's 2014 elections campaign, we ask a few industry leaders on whether Brand BJP (with Brand NaMo) can work the magic
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/can-the-namo-magic-work-for-the-bjp/

No impact of AAAI, ISA statement. SAB pulls out of TAM subscription
SAB, which runs Mastiii, Dabangg and Dhamaal channels has joined others in the show of no-confidence in the prevailing television viewership measurement system in the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/no-impact-of-aaai-isa-statement-sab-pulls-out-of-tam-subscription/

Digital is new normal for newsrooms: Oriella study
A new global study has heralded the 'New Normal for News' as digital media hits the mainstream in newsrooms and editorial offices
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/digital-is-new-normal-for-newsrooms-oriella-study/

Industry veteran Arrow Sinha Roy passes away
Ad industry veteran, wildlife conservationist and a broadcast industry consultant Arrow Sinha Roy passed away on June 11
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/industry-veteran-arrow-sinha-roy-passes-away/

DDB Mudra appoints Subhasis Chatterjee as AVP, Mumbai
DDB Mudra has appointed Subhasis Chatterjee as AVP, Mumbai. He will report in to Shally Mukherjee, Senior VP, DDB Mudra, Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/ddb-mudra-appoints-subhasis-chatterjee-as-avp-mumbai/

Ritu Midha: If no TAM TAMming, then what?
In Loud & Clear, Ritu Midha visualizes life without TAM, and sees a murky picture
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/ritu-midha-if-no-tam-tamming-then-what/

Debrief: Gaur City: Chintu, tusi Noida shift ho gayeji?
Many advertisers use celebrities quite mindlessly. Still, shouldn't there be at least some thought given to credibility of the communication? Or, does this builder think the nation is teeming with morons?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/debrief-gaur-city-chintu-tusi-noida-shift-ho-gayeji/

Zapak engages with Twitter Influencers to premier Summerland
The #Summerland tweet-up brought together Twitter influencers at a pre-determined venue and screened the first episode of the series to them

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/06/zapak-engages-with-twitter-influencers-to-premier-summerland/

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/