Stories on 9th Feb '17

Marketing effectiveness in the digital age: WARC
Continuing with our publishing of insights from Warc's Toolkit 2017
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99438

Zaheer Travadi appointed Partner, Mindshare Fast, SE Asia
He will focus on establishing Mindshare as the champion in digital targeting with data and measurement
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99408

7th edition of IAA Olive Crown Awards announced
The awards will be presented across 20 different categories, which include the coveted title of the Green Crusader of the Year as well as Campaign of the Year
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99403

Radio One acquires rights to air Big FM show in Ahmedabad
Strengthening the network's retro positioning, the content provides an energetic start to the day with music from the 70's to 90's
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99404

HDFC Life's new campaign highlights what's best for the family
New campaign by Leo Burnett India tells viewers 'Apnokoapnedum par jeenasikhao'
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99405

Happy mcgarrybowen, Ola invite people to #SpeakIndian
Conceived in partnership with creative agency Happy mcgarrybowen, the campaign is a reflection of India in 2017: cosmopolitan, yet rooted to its cultural sensibilities
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99407

Tetley unveils new campaign featuring Sourav Ganguly
Tata Global Beverages launches Tetley Super Green with a fun and relatable campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99401

Sony BBC Earth appoints Kareena Kapoor Khan as its brand ambassador
This is the first time that the actress has become part of a factual entertainment channel.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=99402

Stories on 3rd Dec 14

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories on 11th Aug 14

What Ticks for Indian Consumers
In April this year, our second Annual - themed Hum 2, Humaare 2  - was released. Presenting the first two of our celebrated guest writers: R Balki and Sam Balsara
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/what-ticks-for-indian-consumers/

REALTY CHECK: Realty Check | Day 4 | Honey Katiyal: Getting right advice most critical
A genuine buyer never invests without doing his/her homework. Consumers are well aware of the risks and speculations associated with each and every investment of such kind, writes Honey Katiyal, CEO, Investors Clinic Infratech Pvt Ltd
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/realty-check-day-4-honey-katiyal-getting-right-advice-most-critical/

Brands like M&M and Future Group bet on Pro Kabbadi League for rural push
Several companies, including leading utility vehicle maker M&M and Future Group, are piggybacking on a newly launched professional kabaddi league to connect with the semi-urban and rural folks
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/brands-like-mm-and-future-group-bet-on-pro-kabbadi-league-for-rural-push/

Alia Bhatt appointed brand ambassador for Philips beauty range
Alia Bhatt will also play a pivotal role in the brand and product communication across media platforms
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/alia-bhatt-appointed-brand-ambassador-for-philips-beauty-range/

IAA Young Turks forum discusses 'How Cinema influences Culture and Marketing'
800+ audience witnessed senior film-makers Mahesh Bhatt and Stuart Sender participate in a discussion
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/iaa-young-turks-forum-discusses-how-cinema-influences-culture-and-marketing/

Amith Prabhu: From Public Relations to Public Reputation
The need of the hour is constant refreshing of knowledge and a few good books written by the stalwarts of the business, writes Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/amith-prabhu-from-public-relations-to-public-reputation/

Ogilvy gives new meaning to brother-sister bond
Ogilvy Mumbai got sisters to promise the same instead - an initiative supported by The Indian Head Injury Foundation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/ogilvy-gives-new-meaning-to-brother-sister-bond/

GSK unveils TVC for new brand Ostocalcium
The TVC gives an insight into the lives of Indian women and highlights how after the age of 30, women can start losing calcium from their bones

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/gsk-unveils-tvc-for-new-brand-ostocalcium/

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 26th Apr'13

Is the S4 an iPhone5 killer?
It's got some really cool features and is a much improved version of the S3, but can the Samsung Galaxy S4 make the iPhone seem ancient?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/is-the-s4-an-iphone5-killer/

Monica Tata back to Time Warner fold as MD, HBO India
Prior to this role, she was the GM, Entertainment Networks, South Asia for Turner International India where she was responsible for steering and overseeing all network initiatives across Turner's entertainment brand portfolio in South Asia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/monica-tata-back-to-time-warner-fold-as-md-hbo-india/

Anil Thakraney: Kya Super Cool Jury hain hum!
What I find appalling is that the Super Jury dudes have used a technicality to escape the plagiarism mess. The bigger message, of course, is this: Keep the photocopy machine buzzing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/anil-thakraney-kya-super-cool-jury-hain-hum/

Shailesh Kapoor: Where Are The 'Niche Channels'?
In the absence of "true ratings", the available ratings of a special content channel are often taken as a sign of under-performance, which in turns leads to a series of endless chipping and chopping of content, packaging and even business plans, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/shailesh-kapoor-where-are-the-niche-channels/

Mindshare expands presence, opens Kochi office
Mindshare, the flagship media agency of GroupM, further spread its wings in India with the opening of its branch office in Kochi, Kerala, headed by KT Haridas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/mindshare-expands-presence-opens-kochi-office/

Speaking of Which | Are You A Mrs Malaprop?
If it sounds like a word you think you read somewhere which sounds like what you want to say... it just may be a Malapropism!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/speaking-of-which-are-you-a-mrs-malaprop/

DDB Mudra Group bags India Innovation Award for Enterprise Social Networking initiative
DDB Mudra Group has been awarded the first India Innovation Award 2013 under the Enterprise Mobility category
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/ddb-mudra-bags-india-innovation-award-for-enterprise-social-networking/

Aaj Tak upbeat on social media
Hindi news Channel Aaj Tak recently crossed the one-million-mark on Facebook
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/aaj-tak-upbeat-on-social-media/

Dell's Inspiron 'can do Kuchh Bhi'
The 360-degree brand and marketing campaign features themes of 'Personal Achievement' and 'Business Achievement' to connect with consumers & enterprise customers respectively
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/dells-inspiron-can-do-kuchh-bhi/


ANCHOR : One Big Idea by Johnson Napier: Have an idea, seal it!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/one-big-idea-by-johnson-napier-have-an-idea-seal-it/

ANCHOR : One Big Idea by Shruti Pushkarna: Video needs a perception change

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/04/one-big-idea-by-shruti-pushkarna-video-needs-a-perception-change/

Stories on 22nd Feb '13

Creating stories digitally for marketing success
The story from Day 1 @ ad:tech: Digital is becoming a platform for storytelling and brand conversations
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42130


Marketing budgets, staffing see positive leap: Warc data
The outlook for global marketers continues to improve, according to the latest data from Warc's Global Marketing Index
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42121


Shailesh Kapoor | Inventory Not Found: TRAI Again!
A limited-inventory environment is an industry-friendly move but the TRAI’s approach to the entire issue is highly misplaced, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42131


Meridian is now Soho Square
Meridian Communication has been merged with Soho Square, a growing international network present in Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America and North America. The network will deliver cross-disciplinary work spanning a full spectrum of marketing communications
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42125


Praxis 2013 announced,to be held in Lavasa fm Sept 27-29
Second edition of Praxis summit for PR and corporate communications professionals to be held at Lavasa near Pune from September 27to 29
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42103


Anil Thakraney: AirAsia: Will shake up Indian skies
Tony Fernandes of AirAsia inherited a bleeding airline in 2001, and turned it around within a year. This isn't a liquor baron who's decided to suddenly fly, Fernandes is a hardcore airline man
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42117


Ranjona Banerji: Ad gains over news at TOI
Ranjona Banerji writes on the coverage of the Hyderabad blasts on TV and in the papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42205


Speaking of Which | Wats In A Date
Spelling and grammar is more important than looks, at least for nearly half of the single people in a recent survey. Vidya Heble wonders why
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42119


Sony ropes in Katrina to join smartphone war
Sony has roped in Katrina Kaif to join mobile ad battle
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42152


Lowe bags creative mandate for Max Bupa Health Insurance
Max Bupa Health Insurance, one of India's leading Health Insurance companies has appointed Lowe Lintas and Partners as their brand communication partner after a multi-agency pitch
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42123
 

Dentsu Creative Impact bags Max Healthcare's creative duties
Dentsu Creative Impact has won the creative mandate of Max Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42129


High expectations from Bhansali's Saraswatichandra on Star Plus
As Sanjay Leela Bhansali's ambitious soap takes off on Monday, the scale of the show's art direction as well as thematic scope have heightened viewer and industry expectations
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42126

E-commerce brands Myntra, HomeShop18 and Ebay top in overall social engagement with consumers
WATConsult has released a report on the social health of e-commerce brands in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42124


Metigon ropes in 3 senior Professionals
Bakul Gala has joined as Director, Aarif Malik takes over as Chief Operating Officer, and Sandeep Sarkar has been appointed Group Account Director
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42128


Brand 'Being Human' has high awareness: Ormax study
In a recent study conducted by media & entertainment research firm Ormax Media, Salman Khan's initiative Being Human scored high on awareness amongst consumers in Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42122


ANCHOR | One Big Idea by Monica Tata
Robust monitoring - the broadcasting industry's gamechanger
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42118


ANCHOR | One Big Idea by N Ramamoorthi
PR = PUBLIC Relations

http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42116

Stories on 20th Nov '12

Are suit-led agencies creatures of the past? And why AAAI must reinvent Goafest...
Extracts from the just-released 'The Elephants in the Room' by Anant Rangaswami where he raises some key issues of the business while reflecting on recent events in the trade
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/extracts-from-the-elephants-in-the-room/

Monica Tata quits Turner. No replacement for now
Monica Tata, GM - Entertainment Networks, South Asia,Turner International India has put in her papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/monica-tata-quits-turner-no-replacement-for-now/

Star Jalsha to launch in UK
Star Network's Bengali General Entertainment channel Star Jalsha, will be launching in the UK on Sky channel 808 on November 22nd
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/star-jalsha-to-launch-in-uk/

NDTV expands global reach; launches in Malaysia
New Delhi Television Limited has also launched NDTV 24x7, NDTV Good Times and NDTV India in Malaysia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/ndtv-expands-global-reach-launches-in-malaysia/

Jaldi 5 with Amit Chaudhary: Toy Story, no Child's Play
Games are serious business when it comes to Amit Chaudhary of Exelixi, as he talks about his 'neighbourhood toy store with international standards'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/jaldi-5-with-amit-chaudhary-toy-story-no-childs-play/

Video wars from Bindass
Bindass is all set to introduce its brand new daily show - Video Wars powered by Airtel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/video-wars-from-bindass/

The Anchor: How to make industry conferences work (better) for you
The best way to get lunch without doing battle for it, how to find good seats (and keep them), and what not to waste time on. Conferencing tips from Rahul Kishore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/the-anchor-how-to-make-industry-conferences-work-better-for-you/

Debrief: Idea: Dil khush ho gaya, Sirji!
Tremendous goodwill generated for Idea. Superb example of how to lift an otherwise ordinary Diwali discount ad
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/debrief-idea-dil-khush-ho-gaya-sirji/

Signposts... November 20
Our daily feature 'Signposts' which as the name suggests will carry an assorted range of, ah, well, signposts

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/signposts-november-20/

Stories on 2nd Aug

Broadcasters set to mix ideas & business @ITF
The two-day Indian Television Fest on Nov 2 & 3 in Goa aims at getting the fraternity together to network and exchange ideas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/broadcasters-set-to-mix-ideas-with-business-itf/

BARC next announcement in 2-3 weeks: Punit Goenka
BARC chairman Punit Goenka indicates that the committee of eminent experts is being constituted and an announcement will be made in two or three weeks
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/barc-next-announcement-in-2-3-weeks-punit-goenka/

Government mulls probe against TAM after complaints
Several broadcasting firms and advertising agencies say this has only established what has been an "open secret" in the industry, but this could be an opportunity to set things right
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/government-mulls-probe-against-tam-after-complaints/

Bata calls for a creative partner
Bata India has invited agencies to handle its creative mandates. The account size is estimated to be Rs8-10 crores
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/bata-calls-for-a-creative-partner/

Industry remembers V Ramani's path-breaking work
Peers and friends remember V Ramani as a true champion of the digital media, long before most others in the industry
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/obituary-industry-remembers-v-ramani-for-his-path-breaking-work/

Gagan Narang's Bronze may well win him endorsements
With this win, Narang joins the growing list of noncricket sports personalities whose value of endorsements have got a boost each time they clinch an Olympics medal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/bulls-eye-gagan-narangs-bronze-may-well-win-him-endorsements/

Paritosh Joshi: Not another piece about the Ratings Battle
So what is it? Click on to read Paritosh Joshi's weekly column on the business of media, measurement and research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/paritosh-joshi-not-another-piece-about-the-ratings-battle/

The Anchor: Viren Popli on 5 things mobile advertising in India should adopt
No matter how interesting the idea... If the technology doesn't deliver, neither will the message, says Viren Popli
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/the-anchor-viren-popli-on-5-things-mobile-advertising-in-india-should-adopt/

New series/Relative Values | We are professionals first: Divya and Yogesh Radhakrishnan
We start the series featuring sister Divya and brother Yogesh Radhakrishan who believe that it's possibly to work without relationships getting in the way... by being mature professionals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/new-seriesrelative-values-we-are-professionals-first-divya-and-yogesh-radhakrishnan/

Ranjona Banerji: Any more skilling and I'm killing myself!
Right now though, I'm worried about the management jargon that enters the mainstream by the "backside"
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/ranjona-banerji-any-more-skilling-and-im-killing-myself/

Debrief: Reliance Comm: Girlfriend from hell
Reliance needs to ask Anushka Sharma to tone things down. Sooner the better. Let her be spunky, not offensive
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/debrief-reliance-comm-girlfriend-from-hell/

Stories on 5th April

Who's better for brands - mascots or celebs?
It's an oft-asked question: what offers better identification and generates stickiness for a brand. And how does a brand choose between the two?.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/mascot-vs-celebrities-as-brand-face/

Brand India saving grace in time of crisis
Over the last couple of years, India has been seen stamping its presence in the league of global leaders by the strength of its economic power
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/brand-india-saving-grace-in-time-of-crisis/

Rohit Samarth joins DDB MudraMax as Senior VP, Terra
He will head the operations of Terra, its rural marketing agency
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/rohit-samarth-joins-ddb-mudramax-as-senior-vp-terra/

Rise of internet radio: What do traditional FM players think?
Once FM phase III is rolled out, FM stations hope to witness more innovations along with differentiation in content. So, is there a scope for the two to co-exist or do traditional radio stations need to press the panic button?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/rise-of-internet-radio-what-do-traditional-fm-players-think/

Border War Face Off gets one million downloads on Nokia
Border War LOC, the sequel of Border War Face off (a patriotic attempt from Jump) is out
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/border-war-face-off-gets-one-million-downloads-on-nokia/

Pogo achieves highest GRP in kids genre
'Chhota Bheem movie: Dholakpur to Kathmandu’ garners highest TVR in Kids Genre in 2012
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/pogo-achieves-highest-grp-in-kids-genre/

Cheil Worldwide partners with a K-pop star for Cannes Lions 2012
Cheil 2012 Seminar on “Korean wave through digital wave” scheduled for June 18
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/cheil-worldwide-partners-with-a-k-pop-star-for-cannes-lions-2012/

A million Likes on 9XM Facebook page
Bollywood music channel 9XM has crossed the 1 million fans milestone on the channel’s Facebook community
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/a-million-likes-on-9xm-facebook-page/

Watch IPL on mobile through Apalya
Sports fans can catch all the DLF IPL action real-time on their mobiles even when they are on the move
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/watch-ipl-on-mobile-through-apalya/

The Anchor: Anurag Gupta on 5 things that should change in internet advertising
Anurag Gupta says he would like to see demand for internet media driving up pricing and a situation where some internet media start selling at premium rates and shed their discount pricing tag
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/the-anchor-anurag-gupta-on-5-things-that-should-change-in-internet-advertising/

Anil Thakraney: Needed: Campaign against drunk driving
I cannot understand why the industry hasn’t yet thought of a powerful communication plan against drunk driving. In fact, it is a booze company that should take it up, and seize the opportunity to build one of its brands. And in addition, project an image of being a socially aware organization
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/anil-thakraney-needed-campaign-against-drunk-driving/

[MJR] The night of January 16 strikes again!
In Freaking News, which will now appear every Tuesday and Friday, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/mjr-the-night-of-january-16-strikes-again/

Debrief: Tata AIG Life: A public service ad?
There is nothing wrong with the TVC per se, it’s the script that plays out on our soaps every prime time evening, and so uncles and aunties will love all this feet-touching business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/debrief-tata-aig-life-a-public-service-ad/

Stories on 4th April

Will IPL 5 ratings match those of earlier seasons?
As IPL 5's opening encounter happens tonight, we asked media experts for their forecast
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/will-ipl-5-ratings-match-those-of-earlier-seasons/

Brand IPL needs to play innings of its life: MSL Group report
As the Indian Premier League begins today, the MSL Group has taken a step back and given the game, the quickie format and the hype around it a good, hard look.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/brands-focussed-on-men-now-wooing-women-customers/

TIL brings a bigger and better IPL season 5
TIL's dedicated IPL site, ipl.indiatimes.com, now offers interactive scorecards, high-definition streaming of IPL matches, DVR features, online radio commentary, video-on-demand facility, and ‘Battleground’ section
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/til-brings-a-bigger-and-better-ipl-season-5/

Anil Thakraney: Why I shall duck the IPL
It’s actually one huge outdoor party, where the Page 3 types and other minor celebs get to shake a leg in front of cheering masses. Not my idea of a relaxed evening. I’d prefer to watch Crime Patrol and Balika Vadhu.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/anil-thakraney-why-i-shall-duck-the-ipl/

Brands focussed on men now wooing women customers
This shift could mark the way forward for marketers in a world in which gender lines are merging
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/brand-ipl-needs-to-play-the-innings-of-its-life/

Can flavoured & frozen yogurt replace the good ol' dahi?
Flavoured and frozen yogurt is a new food category to India. The market for yoghurt of all types is pegged at almost Rs2,500 crore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/can-flavoured-frozen-yogurt-replace-the-good-ol-dahi/

Monetising big ticket movies isn't easy: Hemal Jhaveri, Star Gold
Hemal Jhaveri, Business Head of Star Gold, on acquisition strategies, cost versus profitability, and more.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/monetising-big-ticket-movies-is-not-easy-star-golds-hemal-jhaveri/

Sleepwell appoints MPG as its media AOR
The account, worth upwards of Rs20 Crores, will be handled by MPG Delhi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/sleepwell-appoints-mpg-as-its-media-aor/

Max ropes in Vibha Paul Rishi for brand building & HR ops
Ms Rishi will join Max India as executive director, brand and human capital. She will report to Max India MD Rahul Khosla
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/max-india-ropes-in-vibha-paul-rishi-for-brand-building-hr-ops/

Mindshare wins media mandate for Jabong
In a multi agency pitch, Jabong.com has awarded its Media Mandates to Mindshare North
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/mindshare-wins-media-mandate-for-jabong/

Rohit Nair is COO of C2W
Contests2win.com is one of the oldest and most recognized Internet Brands of India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/rohit-nair-is-coo-of-c2w/

Twitter goes 'laplap" for Center Fruit
Starting early evening before the show was supposed to premier on Colors prime time, a video was seeded through Twitter medium. The campaign took the help of celebrities to seed in the video as a teaser
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/twitter-goes-laplap-for-center-fruit/

The Anchor: Monica Tata on 6 reasons why running a kids' channel is no child's play
It is a competitive market where players need to have the ability to constantly create content that is engaging and innovative. They need to be adept at technological evolution and have the foresight to adapt content over multiple and mobile platforms.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/the-anchor-monica-tata-on-6-reasons-why-running-a-kids-channel-is-no-childs-play/

[MJR] Breakfast with Bollywood and other abominations
Every Thursday, Ranjona Banerji will write about a grouse. Either spewing venom or tongue-in-cheek
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/04/mjr-breakfast-with-bollywood-and-other-abominations/