Stories on 11th Mar '15

Publicis eyes the Top 3
Nakul Chopra, the agency's CEO for South Asia, has set his eyes to be in the bigger league
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/publicis-eyes-the-top-3/

MSM makes most of IPL 'mauka', nets 9 sponsors
The morning and working hour timings of World Cup matches have made millions of sport lovers follow the action on dedicated websites, apps and social media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/msm-makes-most-of-ipl-mauka-nets-9-sponsors/

Avinash Kaul appointed President of A+E Networks|TV18
The role will be in addition to his responsibility as CEO of IBN Network
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/avinash-kaul-appointed-president-of-ae-networkstv18/

Madison wins media mandate of Bandhan Bank
As a bank, it will have pan-India operations and meet the credit needs of different types of customers even as offering various savings products
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/madison-wins-media-mandate-of-bandhan-bank/

After Flipkart's Adiquity deal, Snapdeal eyes Komli for $300m
Online retailer Snapdeal is in advanced talks to acquire Komli Media in a deal that values the ad technology company at about $300 million, the same as when it raised funds from investors last year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/after-flipkarts-adiquity-deal-snapdeal-eyes-komli-for-300m/

Grey hosts Tor Myhren & Suresh Nair on their India sojourn
Whilst Tor and Suresh see India as a powerhouse for the growth of new businesses, they believe in today’s age of business, complexities and challenges can be overcome by fostering the culture of creativity
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/grey-hosts-tor-myhren-suresh-nair-on-their-india-sojourn/

Sanjeev Kotnala: The Darwinian Evoloution in Advertising
The shift toward digital is a Darwinian evolutionary moment. We can naturally expect creative expertise gyrating and focussing in it than on other mediums, writes Sanjeev Kotnala
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/sanjeev-kotnala-the-darwinian-evoloution-in-advertising/

Fourth Dimension hikes ad rates of Puthiya Thalaimurai
Puthiya Thalaimurai is the leading news channel in Tamil Nadu, across all TGs outperforming all other news channels in the market
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/fourth-dimension-hikes-ad-rates-of-puthiya-thalaimurai/

Maruti Suzuki back in Hakuhodo Percept stable
Hakuhodo beat other agencies that were involved in the pitch comprising Lowe, Capital, Dentsu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/maruti-suzuki-back-in-hakuhodo-percept-stable/

Reach taps into Posterscope's expertise for outdoor initiative
The campaign objective was derived from the brand name itself with an intent to reach out to the mass at all possible touch points

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/reach-taps-into-posterscopes-expertise-for-outdoor-initiative/

Stories on 14th Apr '14

Meet Gautam Adani, the man who Rahul Gandhi & Arvind Kejriwal are gunning for
The Bajaj scooter-to-BMWs story of the Gujarat industrialist who is close to Narendra Modi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/meet-gautam-adani-the-man-who-rahul-gandhi-arvind-kejriwal-are-gunning-for/

Contract wins Amira Pure Foods account
The win happens close on the heels of the agency winning the Tata Docomo and Paytm accounts
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/contract-wins-amira-pure-foods-account/

Amazon, Flipkart investing heavily on TV ads during IPL
The e-commerce firms are investing heavily in the current edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for buying onair advertising space
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/amazon-flipkart-investing-heavily-on-tv-ads-during-ipl/

Havas wins integrated digital duties of Xolo
Havas Media Group India has won the integrated digital duties of Xolo, part of Lava International
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/havas-wins-integrated-digital-duties-of-xolo/

Anand Chandrasekaran joins Bharti Airtel as Chief Product Officer
Anand will lead product conceptualization, design and development across the B2C segment of the company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/anand-chandrasekaran-joins-bharti-airtel-as-chief-product-officer/

Rahul Johri now with expanded role in Discovery APAC
Mr Johri will continue to spearhead the operations and overall growth strategy of DNAP's portfolio in the South Asian region
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/rahul-johri-now-with-expanded-role-in-discovery-apac/

Blippar recreates Bhootnath Returns magic on cellphones
Blippar has powered over 200 campaigns globally and is essentially a mobile app using image recognition tech that turns physical imagery, print or products into instantaneous, interactive digital experiences
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/blippar-recreates-bhootnath-returns-magic-on-cellphones/

Amith Prabhu: On the campaign trail - so much PR to learn
Public Relations is paramount in election campaigning as there are multiple internal and external stakeholders to engage with, notes Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/amith-prabhu-on-the-campaign-trail-so-much-pr-to-learn/

Reviewing the Reviews: Overall appreciation for Bhootnath Returns
The idea of a ghost standing for elections against  Dharavi goon has delicious possibilities, which, most critics felt, degenerated into preachiness, notes Deepa Gahlot
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/reviewing-the-reviews-overall-appreciation-for-bhootnath-returns/

Starsports.com shatters online cricket viewing record
The ICC World T20 final between India and Sri Lanka on starsports.com attracted a record 19.3 lakh unique individuals watching the video
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/starsports-com-shatters-online-cricket-viewing-record/

IAA discussion on whether opinion polls and media reports influence voters?
Former petroleum minister and senior BJP leader Ram Naik, veteran editor and political analyst Kumar Ketkar, Congress spokesperson Sanjay Jha and Shiv Sena spokesperson Prem Shukla participated in the discussion that was moderated by Anand Rathi, Chairman, Anand Rathi Securities
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/iaa-discussion-on-whether-opinion-polls-and-media-reports-influence-voters/

Times Now, Twitter partner for Election 2014
The two would be creating dual, interactive content for both viewers and followers to be a part of t he conversation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/times-now-twitter-partner-for-election-2014/

Sachin, Saurav, Salman other biggies to star in football league
The Indian Sports League aims to ignite a revolution and enable Indian football to thrive and perform at the highest level on the international stage

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/sachin-saurav-salman-other-biggies-to-star-in-football-league/

Stories on 18th Jun '13

Poised for a content-led assault: M K Anand
The Managing Director - Media Networks @ Disney-UTV talks about life after integration, his focus on content and staying ahead in the numbers game
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49886

Mixed Day 2 for India@Cannes2013: 3 PR wins, 1 Direct; 82 shortlists
In the PR category, there were 1 Silvers and 2 Bronzes and in Direct a Bronze. Among the shortlists: 43 in Outdoor, 37 in Print and 2 in Media
The Cannes Lions 2013 India Tally (updated Tuesday, June 18, 9am)
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49885

Multi Screen Media forays into film production with MSM Motion Pictures
Bajaate Raho is first of four films to be released this year by Multi Screen Media's all-new film production venture
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49827

Bloomberg, India TV join Star, Zee, 5 others in TAM boycott. DD to stay
As India TV and Bloomberg TV India unsubscribed from TAM ratings service, public broadcaster Prasar Bharati said it will not discontinue its subscription
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49828

Hathway to carry NatGeo other Fox Int Channels in HD
Premier cable co will pipe National Geographic Channel, Fox Traveller, Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo Adventure, Nat Geo Music & Baby TV in HD initially in Bengaluru & Hyderabad.
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49824

Sandeep Dahiya quits Viacom18
The Viacom 18 Senior Vice President - Consumer Products and Communications has put in his paper
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49835

Ranjona Banerji: No Sunday R&R for journalists
Stalwarts who fight through battling panellist on weeknights have had to repeat the exercise on Sat and Sun afternoons, rues Ranjona Banerji
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49861

Debrief: Axe Blast: The chick scorecard
Even an otherwise confident brand like Axe has fallen for the Indian celebrity circus. However, the cool thing they have done is that Ranbir gets beaten by a non-celeb
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=49825

Stories on 6th May '13

Does editorial content need an eye in the sky?
The New York Times set up a team to track - practically in real-time - whether editorial is going in the right direction. Does India need data analytics in editorial decisions? MxMIndia finds out
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/does-editorial-content-need-an-eye-in-the-sky/

Jaldi 5 with Anuj Poddar: KHMC will be a milestone for Marathi television
Marathi general entertainment television hasn't seen promotions on this scale before. As Kon Hoeel Marathi Crorepati is set to take off on ETV Marathi, Anuj Poddar- EVP Strategy & Business Head Regional Channels Viacom18 addresses MxMIndia's questions
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/jaldi-5-with-anuj-poddar-khmc-will-be-a-milestone-for-marathi-television/

Skyfall, Hobbit on Pix post deal with MGM
Under this arrangement, Sony Pix will premiere the studio's new titles
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/skyfall-hobbit-on-pix-post-deal-with-mgm/

ASCI upholds record 96 complaints against ads in Feb '13
The healthcare category complaints surpassed education, witnessing 36 complaints
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/asci-upholds-record-96-complaints-against-ads-in-feb-13/

AdStrat: Tang: Negotiating Kidland
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia will bring you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/adstrat-tang-negotiating-kidland/

Reviewing the Reviews: Shootout At Wadala
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/reviewing-the-reviews-shootout-at-wadala/

Introducing: New Viewsletter Feature: Top 5 Links of the Day
Introducing a new 'Viewsletter' Feature called 'Links of the Day'. This will have links to various news and features from various publications which we think are good for you to connect to
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/introducing-new-viewsletter-feature-top-5-links-of-the-day/

Anil Thakraney: Sarabjit saga: Disproportionate coverage
The way the television media went over the top, for the Johnnie who came in lately, it would appear as if a top Indian minister had been hacked to death on a visit to Pakistan. This is not to say the man's life had no value, but by Sarabjit's own claim, he was no Indian spy or a state terrorist
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/anil-thakraney-sarabjit-saga-disproportionate-coverage/

Citizen signs brand ambassador Kevin Pietersen
Citizen's association with the sport by introducing Kevin Pietersen as the brand ambassador reinforces their commitment to reach out to a global market
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/05/citizen-signs-brand-ambassador-kevin-pietersen/

Stories on 30th Nov '12

Stakeholder view of one month of digitization
MxMIndia spoke to the heads of the broadcast, MSO and cable associations on the first phase of mandatory digitization in the 3 metros
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/stakeholder-view-of-one-month-of-digitization/

Zippo to expand offerings in India
In just four years, India has emerged as third-largest market for the lighter giant
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/zippo-to-expand-offerings-in-india/

Tiger partners with Elephant Design
A new identity and packaging for Britannia's Tiger Glucose and Creams by Elephant Design reinforces the brand's growth promise
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/tiger-partners-with-elephant-design/


Reliance Ent consolidates gaming biz under 'Zapak'
Reliance Entertainment Digital has created a unified brand identity for its gaming operations with three verticals: Zapak Solutions, Zapak Online and WAP portal and Zapak Mobile
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/reliance-ent-consolidates-gaming-biz-under-zapak/


Saurabh Yagnik exits Star to enter Sony as Biz Head, Pix
Multi Screen Media's Hollywood movie channel Pix has appointed Saurabh Yagnik as its Business Head
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/saurabh-yagnik-exits-star-to-enter-sony-as-biz-head-pix/


Ranjona Banejri: Media ethics questioned in India and the UK
The arrest of Sudhir Chaudhury and Samir Ahluwalia of Zee and the publishing of the Leveson Inquiry report offer fresh reason to worry about ethics in the media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/ranjona-banerji-media-ethics-questioned-in-india-and-the-uk/


Anil Thakraney: Law needs to be tougher on journalists
If the media turns corrupt, there's very little hope for the nation, writes Anil Thakraney, dismayed by all the scandals being reported
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/anil-thakraney-law-needs-to-be-tougher-on-journalists/


Jaldi 5 with Sandeep Dahiya: Kids' merchandise market still at start line
Sandeep Dahiya, Sr. Vice President - Consumer Products & Communications, Viacom18 Media, on merchandising helps bring alive popular characters for a kiddie channel like Nickelodeon
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/jaldi-5-with-sandeep-dahiya-kids-merchandise-market-still-at-start-line/

Edelman India forays into experiential marketing
Acquires Cream Events to boost channel integration
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/edelman-india-forays-into-experiential-marketing/

Star World to showcase Packed to the Rafters digitally ahead of TV launch next week
The Australian series will be seen across TV, Internet and Mobile platforms
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/star-world-to-showcase-packed-to-the-rafters-digitally-ahead-of-tv-launch-next-week/

The Anchor: 6 reasons why the government must subsidise weddings
Since weddings are such a boon for the economy, A N Chorrea believes the government must subsidise wedding services
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/the-anchor-6-reasons-why-the-government-must-subsidise-weddings/

Stories on 1st September

G Krishnan moves on

He departs from TV Today Network after a long and productive stint of 16 years... what next for G Krishnan?

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/g-krishnan-moves-on/

The PHD of growth

Pizza Hut Delivery (PHD), not just an adjunct of the main pizza brand but one which is positioned as a sub-brand of Pizza Hut, has been slowly but steadily increasing its footprint across India.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/the-phd-of-growth/

High-end car brands cash in on innovation

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/high-end-car-brands-cash-in-on-innovation/

MSM pumps up the volume with new music channel

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/msm-pumps-up-the-volume-with-new-music-channel/

TN announces state-run cable TV channel

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/tn-announces-state-run-cable-tv-channel/

Fast company, any takers?

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/fast-company-any-takers/

Sanofi turns to Facebook for flu prevention

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/sanofi-turns-to-facebook-for-flu-prevention/

India Shops Online is thrust of HomeShop18.com's new campaign

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/09/%E2%80%98india-shops-online%E2%80%99-is-thrust-of-homeshop18-com%E2%80%99s-new-campaign/