Stories on 31st Aug '15

Thomas Pulliyel, Mr IMRB
As the IMRB International President retires today, industry majors on how the values of IMRB are the values of Thomas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/thomas-pulliyel-mr-imrb/

RAM ratings for Week 33 (August 9-15, 2015)
Presenting officially sourced RAM numbers for Week #33 - that's August 9-15, 2015

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/ram-ratings-for-week-33-august-9-15-2015/

AAAI, IOAA sign agreement for better OOH business
A special feature of this agreement is that the advertiser will not be allowed to shift their business to another agency until dues of the earlier agency are cleared.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/aaai-ioaa-sign-agreement-for-better-ooh-business/

Online grocery store Big Basket ropes in Shah Rukh Khan as brand ambassador
SRK is also the face of online fashion etailer Yepme.com, which is currently running a contest to promote his upcoming film 'Fan'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/online-grocery-store-big-basket-ropes-in-shah-rukh-khan-as-brand-ambassador/

Apollo Tyres extends association with MUFC to other countries
Expands association to the whole of Africa, Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, Singapore, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Brunei
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/apollo-tyres-extends-association-with-mufc-to-other-countries/

Hike unveils biggest ever brand campaign
Asks consumers to create their own gang on hike with the tagline 'Got a Gang? Get on Hike'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/hike-unveils-biggest-ever-brand-campaign/

DishTV announces tie-up with Hungama
The active service will enhance DishTV’s portfolio in the field of VAS and music
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/dishtv-announces-tie-up-with-hungama/

Amith Prabhu: Where is our talent coming from?
The client base is increasing, newer PR firms are mushrooming but retainers are not changing and quality of talent is not improving, writes Amith Prabhu

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/amith-prabhu-where-is-our-talent-coming-from/

Stories on 2nd May 14

Summer Blues: Sales dip for retailers, FMCGs
Future Group, Arvind Brands, Adidas to cut offer days, discounts as sales dip substantially. FMCG sales down too in JFM 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/summer-blues-sales-dip-for-retailers-fmcgs/

Ranjona Banerji: How irresponsible! Dorab Sopariwalla makes a 'wishy-washy' remark on women & lower income groups on NDTV 24x7
On NDTV 24x7 on Thursday night, the NDTV elections expert said: Women vote for the Congress because it is "wishy-washy" and lower income groups also prefer the "wishy-washy"
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/ranjona-banerji-when-dorab-sopariwalla-made-a-wishy-washy-irresponsible-remark-on-women-and-lower-income-groups/

Hari Bhoomi launches edition in Bhopal, second in MP
This is the Hindi daily's second edition from the state and its sixth across the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/hari-bhoomi-launches-edition-in-bhopal-second-in-mp/

PRCAI elects new committee; Sharif Rangnekar continues term as President
The association re-elected Sharif D Rangnekar, CEO & Director, Integral PR, for the post of President
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/prcai-elects-new-committee-sharif-rangnekar-continues-term-as-president/

Oxolloxo ropes in Bang in the Middle on debut
Oxolloxo offers a complete range of fashion for women, men and kids including choices for beach wear, maternity wear and plus size wear for women
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/oxolloxo-ropes-in-bang-in-the-middle-on-debut/

Simon says, play it Simple
The idea of Simple Simon was born with one key intent - to hit the market with a 'Simple Stick'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/simon-says-play-it-simple/

Jabong to target young e-shoppers with 'The Juice'
The new publication by Jabong is targeted at young Indian e-shoppers who are looking for a guide that fulfils their aspirations, making fashion accessible, affordable and attainable
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/jabong-to-target-young-e-shoppers-with-the-juice/

Zee CEO Punit Goenka recipient of  ET's 40 under Forty' awards initiative
Punit Goenka, MD & CEO, ZEEL, received the The Economic Times '40 under Forty' - India's Hottest Business Leaders Award 2014 at a function in Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/zee-ceo-punit-goenka-recipient-of-ets-40-under-forty-awards-initiative/

DD Sahyadri to telecast 'Prerna Puraskar 2014'
The show will be a special awards function showcasing the unique bonding between mother-daughter

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/dd-sahyadri-to-telecast-prerna-puraskar-2014/

Stories on 16th Dec '13

A Moment of Silence
Spare a thought for all those who have suffered sexual assaults - in the last year and before. Let us resolve to fight the ills of society
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/a-moment-of-silence/

India TV refreshes look. New studio, mike ids greet viewers
The US-based Renderon Broadcast Design has rendered the new look with a special twin-level set with special attention on lighting and an all-new mike ID too. The logo has been designed by DY Works
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/india-tv-refreshes-look-new-studio-mike-ids-greet-viewers/

Nitin Kukreja: Role of broadcast in growing sports in India
Excerpts from the keynote address by Nitin Kukreja, President - Sports, STAR India at the India Pro Leagues Forum 2013
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/nitin-kukreja-role-of-broadcast-in-growing-sports-in-india/

NDTV turns 25 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, recognises 25 legends
The news network acknowledges the contribution of 25 Indian legends at an event
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/ndtv-turns-25-at-rashtrapati-bhavan-recognises-25-legends/

Amith Prabhu: Reminiscences of the Global PR summit
Key takeaways from Global PR Summit organized by the Holmes Report in Miami last month from Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/amith-prabhu-reminiscences-of-the-global-pr-summit/

RAPP India appoints Kapil Bhatia as AVP
RAPP India has roped in Kapil Bhatia as Associate Vice President for the agency’s growing clientele in Mumbai.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/rapp-india-appoints-kapil-bhatia-as-avp/

Stories on 7th Nov '13

Ravi Deshpande on the hows and whys of Whyness
Former Contract bossman Ravi Deshpande gives the story behind setting up an integrated agency that combines storytelling, tech, strategy & design
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/11/ravi-deshpande-on-the-hows-and-whys-of-whyness/

Mumbai tops Net penetration, Cal is fastest growing: IAMAI
Mumbai with 12 million internet users has emerged as the topmost city in internet penetration, followed by Delhi with 8.1 million and Hyderabad with 4.7 million internet users
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/11/mumbai-tops-net-penetration-cal-is-fastest-growing-iamai/

Brands rewind to move fast forward
Marketers have hit the rewind button. From Rolls-Royce and Bacardi to Louis Vuitton and Fuji, top brands are touting their roots to be on the ball this season
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/11/brands-rewind-to-move-fast-forward/

Ad Club announces Effie Awards dates, tweaks
The Effie Awards for the year will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Royal Western Turf Club in Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/11/ad-club-announces-effie-awards-dates-tweaks/

NDTV can now be watched in Singapore, la
NDTV 24x7 and Good Times launched on Singapore's StarHub TV platform

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/11/ndtv-can-now-be-watched-in-singapore-la/

Stories on 9th Oct '13

75% corporates do not walk the talk on going Rural: R V Rajan
The rural marketing pioneer writes a must-read handbook. Q&A with the author + an extract
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/75-corporates-do-not-walk-the-talk-on-going-rural-r-v-rajan/

Mediaah! Bizarre! NDTV ombudsman Soli Sorabjee's response to mail on Barkha Dutt-Niira Radia episode
Pradyuman Maheshwari is surprised with the response he received from NDTV ombudsman Soli Sorabjee to his mail on the Barkha Dutt-Niira Radia controversy. Is one of India's best known legal luminaries sitting on the fence on the issue, he asks in Mediaah!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/mediaah-bizarre-ndtv-ombudsman-soli-sorabjees-response-to-mail-on-barkha-dutt-niira-radia-episode/

Slowdown? Top brands report 30% jump in festive sales
Leading brands like Samsung, Peter England, Woodland register a 30 percent jump in festive season sales
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/slowdown-top-brands-report-30-jump-in-festive-sales/

Social media campaigns can swing 3-4% of votes: IAMAI-IMRB
According to the report, political parties have earmarked around 2-5% of their election budgets for social media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/social-media-campaigns-can-swing-3-4-of-votes-iamai-imrb/

Nickelodeon brings Kids' Choice Awards to India
Live Viacom18 will produce the popular kids' choice awards to India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/10/nickelodeon-brings-kids-choice-awards-to-india/

Stories on 24th Sep '13

Mumbai goes Social - Day 1
The first day of the Social Media Week Mumbai saw an interesting set of sessions, speakers... and some music!
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54344

Why is it that 'phoren' creative whizkids don't last in adland
Expats find Indian ad scene difficult, says this report following the resignation of Rediffusion YR's Sam Ahmed
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54323

NDTV appoints Soli Sorabjee as ombudsman. Now will he clear air on Barkha Dutt episode?
Former Attorney General and legal eagle Soli Sorabjee will provide an independent perspective on NDTV's coverage as also investigate viewer complaints against NDTV media entities
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54313

TRAI notifies amendments to DAS interconnection regulations
TRAI notifies amendments to the interconnection regulations applicable for Digital Addressable Cable TV Systems (DAS) and tariff order applicable for addressable systems
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54309

IAA webinar with Bookmyshow CEO Ashish Hemrajani on Sept 26
Ashish Hemrajani, Founder and CEO Bookmyshow.com will be live on IAA India Chapter's 'World Goes Digital' webinar series on Thursday, September 26 at 3 pm
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54312

Ranjona Banerji: There's more to journalism than social media
Important as social media is, it is not -- yet? -- a substitute for on-the-ground journalism
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54349

Big Magic Bihar & Jharkhand and 92.7 Big FM get together for 'Big Green Durga'
Month-long drive sees goddess idol created from newspapers
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54319

Zoom Review Show completes 200 episodes
Presented by editor-in-chief Omar Qureshi, the film reviews-based programme airs its 200th show today
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54310

Aim High bags 20 awards at Big Bang Awards
Bags 'PR Agency of the Year' at the Ad Club Bangalore's annual awards
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=54311

Stories on 20th Aug '13

On the Food trail with Sanjeev Kapoor
India's biggest name in food discusses his recipe for the success of a channel like FoodFood
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/on-the-food-trail-with-sanjeev-kapoor/

Mindshare's Ajit Gurnani to head west @ MEC India
MEC India appoints Ajit Gurnani as Head - West
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/mindshares-ajit-gurnani-to-head-west-mec-india/

Colors goes free to air in the UK
The GEC goes FTA in UK from September 2
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/colors-goes-free-to-air-in-the-uk/

Lodestar UM team wins Young Spikes Media Competition 2013, India
A team of Lodestar UM team wins Young Spikes Media Competition 2013, India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/lodestar-um-team-wins-young-spikes-media-competition-2013-india/

dna on do-good mode, launches brand campaign
Infectious-created campaign gets English daily dna to unveil new multiple media brand campaign - 'Good is in our dna'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/dna-on-do-good-mode-launches-brand-campaign/

Neville Bastawalla joins former boss Saurabh Yagnik at Sony Pix
The Hollywood movie channel to get on aggro mode with the former marketing head of Star India's Hindi movie channels and earlier English channels joining yesterday (Aug 19)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/dna-on-do-good-mode-launches-brand-campaign/

SocioSquare raises $325,000 funding from angel investors in US & UK
The Mumbai-based, Philadelphia, USA-headquartered social media marketing firm plans to use the investment to launch products to make social advertising more effective and ease content creation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/sociosquare-raises-325000-funding-from-angel-investors-in-us-uk/

Chhota Bheem, Salman Khan and Harry Potter most popular among kids: Ormax study
Media insights firm Ormax Media releases findings of its bi-annual study conducted across 1,800 kids in the 6-14 years age group in eight Indian cities
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/chhota-bheem-salman-khan-and-harry-potter-most-popular-among-kids-ormax-study/

Ranjona Banerji: Media sackings have little to do with incompetence
Ranjona Banerji thinks sacking CEOs and a couple of senior management honchos would be more effective than effecting massive layoffs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/ranjona-banerji-media-sackings-have-little-to-do-with-incompetence/

From PR to CR, Concept gets into CSR consultancy
The Mumbai-heaquartered agency sets up Concept Community Relations to to work with corporates on customized, focused CSR projects
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/from-pr-to-cr-concept-gets-into-csr-consultancy/

NDTV and Vedanta announce launch of 'Our Girls Our Pride'
The initiative aims to create awareness about issues related to the girl child in India. Priyanka Chopra named Campaign Ambassador for 'Our Girls Our Pride'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/08/ndtv-and-vedanta-announce-launch-of-our-girls-our-pride/

Stories on 10th May '13

Facebook is India's most liked for engaging customers: E&Y
Excerpts from Ernst & Young’s ‘Social Media Marketing - India Trends Study 2013’ report
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47553

Hindu's 'Undumb India' campaign awarded at INMA World Congress
The television commercial took a humorous route to show young Indians the importance of being informed about current events
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47587

Austere and reporting profits, NDTV to relaunch biz channel in new avatar
As NDTV reports a PAT of Rs 2 crore for FY 2012-13 as compared to a loss of Rs 87 crore for FY 2011-12, there are few aces up its sleeve
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47517

V D Wadhwa appointed CEO of Siti Cable
Mr Wadhwa will be responsible for taking forward the organizational aspirations of growing the business of Siti Cable multifold through digitization. He will be based out of Noida
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47516

UTV's Samir Bangara joins Qyuki as MD & CEO
The board of Qyuki Digital Media Pvt Ltd has announced the appointment of Samir Bangara as its Managing Director and CEO, succeeding Poonacha Machaiah. Mr Bangara will assume his new role from June 3, 2013
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47519

Shailesh Kapoor: Five Tips For Young TV Executives
Shailesh Kapoor offers five tips that he believes are still relevant for young television executives, in their first 3-4 years of working
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47570

Intex ropes in Farhan Akhtar as brand ambassador for its smartphones
The alliance is to cultivate the aggressively expanding mobile business of Intex which is expected to be the key revenue driver during the current fiscal
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47515

Anil Thakraney: The Kar Natak elections
Prannoy Roy is unarguably India's best news channel personality, and one would like to see more of him
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47514

Speaking of Which | The Suspicious Object
It's probably impossible to change this now, but it's useful to know in any case - the difference between the adjectives 'suspect' and 'suspicious'
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47550

Links of the Day
MxMIndia's list of recommended stories from across the media (including those that consider us competition)
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=47520

Stories on 12th Apr'13

Social Access: Towards an equitable society
The heat is on as children's channels get ready to thrash it out for eyeballs
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45766


DNA to launch Delhi edition on May 13
The Zee-owned Daily News & Analysis (DNA) is set to launch an edition in Delhi on Monday, May 13
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45770


Bas Karo! No more complaints for plagiarism etc after today for Abby-winning ads
The AGC will not take any more complaints for the Creative Abbys after today (Friday, April 12) evening
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45807


Newspaper degrowth: Reason to worry?
According to recent IRS figures, many newspapers - regional and national - have shown degrowth. Is it time to start worrying?
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45769


Creativeland Asia goes Delhi-wards
Creativeland Asia has taken its first step towards setting up base in New Delhi, bagging creative duties for HomeShop18
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45767


Social Media users may influence Parliamentary Constituencies: Report
There are 160 High Impact Constituencies out of the total of 543 constituencies, which will likely be influenced by social media during the next general elections
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45801


Anil Thakraney: Full On Modi Mania!
Once Modi positions himself as the Next Big Thing (which he’s very busy doing), it will be impossible for the BJP to nominate someone else
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45765


Ranjona Banerji: Debates on primetime news have failed
The debate format has failed and Indian news channels must now reinvent the evening format. It’s not even that amusing any more, rues Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45817



Speaking of Which | Respectfully Yours
Use language with respect, and you will eventually treat the subject with respect, too
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45779


Running away is not the answer: Anand Mahindra
Mr Mahindra received the NDTV Business Leader of the Year award at the 7th Edition of the NDTV Profit Business Leadership Awards, which brought together the best business minds and top bureaucrats of the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45778


Rediff.com announces enhancements to News App Service
Users can access Rediff News App using almost any phone
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45804


ANCHOR | One Big Idea by Sujit Kote
Waking up to Social Media
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=45761

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 30th Aug

IRS will see a technology leap: Prashant Singh, MD-Media, Nielsen India
Happy to have bagged the contract, Nielsen India is getting set to work on the readership study
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29740

We will not mess with what's working wonderfully: Rohit Ohri
Hours after the news of the 51 per cent stake acquisition, Dentsu India executive chairman spoke to MxMIndia on what the deal means for Dentsu, and how the agency is galloping ahead in the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29769

Rahul Kansal: No shortcuts and stereotypes with TAPROOT!
BCCL Executive President Rahul Kansal on what makes the team of Agnello Dias and Santosh Padhi outstanding and why the Dentsu association will be a win-win for both
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29817

Pops on the Rise & Rise of Aggie & Paddy
Adland veteran KV 'Pops' Sridhar looks back at the career path of Agnello Dias and Santosh Padhi, the stars who are blazing even brighter in the limelight
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29738

Anil Thakraney:Talent & values rewarded
It's a win-win marriage. Dentsu, which is not a name one usually associates with sparkling creative work, has bought itself a nice creative powerhouse. Taproot gets the scale, the logistics and the bucks they need
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29734

What would make an entrepreneur sell?
With Taproot selling 51 percent stake to a transnational advertising agency less than four years after it was set up, we spoke to a cross-section of people in the know, on when is the time right for an entrepreneur to sell out
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29739

The Complete Story: Win-win for Dentsu,Taproot; big loss for WPP
From yesterday: All the answers to why did Agnello Dias and Santosh Padhi choose Dentsu over WPP? How much money did they make? And what will the equations be with Rohit Ohri?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/win-win-for-dentsu-aggie-paddy-big-loss-for-wpp/

The Anchor: 10 TAPROOT! TVCs that you want to watch over and over again
It’s not just TVCs that the Boys are known for, but this list by A N Chorrea looks at the work that got them to be the most courted creative hotshop in the country.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29733

WPP moves New York Supreme Court for dismissal of NDTV lawsuit
WPP has moved the Supreme Court of the State of New York for dismissal of a complaint filed by NDTV. The motion will be taken up for hearing on September 13
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29737

Carat retains BMW India media AOR
Carat retains BMW India account which also saw ZO, Maxus and BPN in the pitch process
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29764

Paritosh Joshi | Digitization's best kept secret
Remember the days when Doordarshan would provide signals without an intermediary? As many 30 million homes still watch TV that way, note Paritosh Joshi
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29735

Shailesh Kapoor | The all-important C-Word
In this maddening age of weekly ratings, there is a word that is hugely under-rated and way more important than differentiator, positioning and strategy, writes Shailesh Kapoor in the 'TV Trail'
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29736

Ranjona Banerji: Was TV news reckless in covering 26/11?
Ranjona Banerji on the Supreme Court indictment of the coverage by news channels
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29801

Stories on 28th Aug

Where have all the Account Planners gone?
The availability of authentic planners in advertising seems to be the subject of many a conversation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/where-have-all-the-account-planners-gone/

TRAI sticks to 12-minute ad regulation in fresh draft, seeks feedback
The status is unchanged for news and sports channels who were most opposed to the regulation. There is a restriction on the use of the lower part of the screen to carry captions - static or moving alongside
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/trai-sticks-to-12-minute-ad-regulation-in-fresh-draft-seeks-feedback/

NDTV-TAM war impact may be seen in print if Nielsen is appointed IRS research vendor
The controversy and litigation over television viewership measurement may lead to question marks being raised on the final selection of the vendor for the unified print readership study
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/ndtv-tam-war-impact-may-be-seen-in-print-if-nielsen-is-appointed-irs-research-vendor/

NDTV, WPP trade statements yet again
The war of words between NDTV and WPP entered its second week with statements from both being sent out to the media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/ndtv-wpp-trade-statements-yet-again/

Suresh Balakrishna now also CEO of Lintas Outdoor
BPN boss Suresh Balakrishna to take additional charge of Lintas Outdoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/suresh-balakrishna-now-also-ceo-of-lintas-outdoor/

Digital, the efficient earner: B N Chandrakanth, Theorem
Digital offers the most cost-effective way of communicating or advertising, says Chandrakanth B N, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Theorem India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/interview-digital-the-efficient-earner/

Citizen signs Kevin Pietersen as brand ambassador
Kevin Pietersen, the South-African born English cricketer, will be the ambassador for Citizen watches. He presently plays for England, Surrey and the Delhi Daredevils
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/citizen-signs-kevin-pietersen-as-brand-ambassador/

The Anchor: Carlton D'Silva on 5 reasons why marketers must take digital seriously
To be in tune with the changing milieu it has become imperative for a brand to be present in the digital medium
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/the-anchor-carlton-dsilva-on-5-reasons-why-marketers-must-take-digital-seriously/

Debrief: Godrej Security: Good use of humour
Godrej Security Solutions continues with the humour approach, and that, when done well, always works for a serious product category
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/debrief-godrej-security-good-use-of-humour/

Ranjona Banerji: Confusion over CAG continues
The confusion over the CAG report remains and neither TV nor print has managed to adequately explain the various issues, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/ranjona-banerji-confusion-over-cag-continues/

Stories on 23rd Aug

@dvantage Digital
 As marketers take the digital route, it's appears to be the best of times for digital agencies
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29072

WPP takes on NDTV, mulls defamation suit. Says NY courts have no jurisdiction on claims against it
Statement says WPP or its operating companies haven't been served any law suit as of yesterday
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29130

CNEB turns into Hummra M Bhojpuri music channel
Complete News and Entertainment Broadcast Pvt Ltd (CNEB) and Launch Pad have joined hands to create Bhojpuri International Music TV Channel - Hummra M
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29069

DID creator Ashish Golwalkar to leave Zee
August 24 will be the last day at the channel for the head of non-fiction at Zee TV, who put in his papers recently
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29067

Round 2 judging of Emvies 2012 starts today
The Emviees, the premier media awards instituted by The Advertising Club Bombay in 2001 - are completing 12 years
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29066

Paritosh Joshi: Say Hello to Hulu
Paritosh Joshi waxes eloquent about the joys of Hulu.com, and why India needs one. Soon
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29068

Shailesh Kapoor: Myth-or-logical?!
If the market is getting younger, why are marketers succeeding with 'older' shows like Ramayan and Mahadev, asks Shailesh Kapoor in his weekly column, TV Trail
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29070

Dennis Koshy is VP, Draftfcb Ulka Bangalore
Draftfcb Ulka has announced the appointment of Dennis Koshy as Vice President for its Bangalore operations
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29071

Aidem expands regional footprint, bags Get Punjabi
Media consulting and sales firm Aidem Ventures has been appointed as the media representative for Punjabi GEC GET Punjabi
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29128

TLC to launch 'What Not to Wear' India edition
The 13-part series, 'What Not to Wear - India' is scheduled to air every night at 10pm beginning September 2, 2012 on TLC
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29119

Viacom 18's IndiaCast takes MTV India to Mid East, N Africa
IndiaCast, TV18 and Viacom18's venture, announced the launch of the international version of MTV India in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29118

Digital Literacy conclave by HT and Intel
With one of the key issues for India being how to integrate its citizens into an increasingly digital economy, Hindustan Times brought together a panel of experts to discuss the topic
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29121

Resultrix appoints Tanmay Mohanty as COO – India
Resultrix - A Performics Company, India's leading performance marketing agency, announced the appointment of Tanmay Mohanty as its Chief Operating Officer for Indian operations.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29117

Centuryply expands its presence with Nesta
Centuryply has entered the readymade furniture retail business by launching Nesta Furniture, a chain of complete home lifestyle solutions
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29120

The Anchor: Madan Sanglikar on 4 big changes needed in Indian digital advertising
For big creative shops to get serious about digital, they need to modify their outlook and treatment of the medium
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29064

Debrief: Philips: Not very bright
Philips' new commercial for their bulbs is a good example of how to mess up communication by trying to achieve a dhobi list of things
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29065

Ranjona Banerji: Verbs are out. Noun at all times!
Grammar Nazis, beware! Traditional verbs are passe
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29170

Stories on 21st Aug

Community Radio: On air, with a heart
... and here to stay as operators are optimistic about government policies (though they would like a reduction in the spectrum fee)
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28833

A year of glittery success for UTV Stars
UTV Stars emphasizes on original content to resonate with the audience, says the channel's business head Nikhil Gandhi
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28832

1 in 4 online mins spent on social networking in June
Google sites, Facebook and Yahoo! Sites Lead as Top Destinations in India, reports comScore Media Metrix
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28877

Mediaah! | Ratings controversy: Too little too late
The crisis thanks to NDTV taking TAM and its principals to court is the biggest that Indian commercial television has faced thus far. The six action points are too little, too late, writes Pradyuman Maheshwari
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28862

Reviewing the Reviews: Ek Tha Tiger
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28829

AdStrat: 6 Days Mahabachat
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia will bring you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28828

Sunil Punjabi is India Business Head for SPT Networks
Overseeing the day-to-day management of the channels, Mr Punjabi will develop business opportunities and channel equity
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28830

The Anchor: Dr Subho Ray on why the clampdown on SMSes is not the best way to maintain law & order
It's revenue loss for advertisers, information loss for subscribers, and is just throwing the baby out with the bath water
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28825

Anil Thakraney: The credibility letdown
Fareed Zakaria's credibility has taken a body blow following this incident. Why would I trust his writing ever again? How can I be sure he hasn't played another mischief? What good is a journo minus credibility?
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28827

Ranjona Banerji: Shooting the messenger
Yes, panic can spread through a mass communication system but stopping the system will not stop the panic. Humans have been victims of mass panic as long as they've been human and will use whatever means possible
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28831

Debrief: Lazy creative work, BlackBerry
When the slogan is weak, it's all left to the interpretation, which has to dazzle, else the ad is sunk
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=28826

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 1st Aug

Time for BARC to take off, else...
With NDTV taking TAM and its principals to court, the government could well step in to policeTV measurement
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/time-for-barc-to-take-off-else/

By Invitation | Atul Phadnis: Industry must not duck core issues on measurement
MxMIndia invited Atul Phadnis, CEO, Whats-On-India to write a Guest Column given the issues the litigation has thrown up. Mr Phadnis has been associated with all aspects of the measurement process - as a media planner, employee of TAM, a broadcaster and now a technocrat
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/by-invitation-atul-phadnis-industry-must-not-duck-core-issues/

Trade shocked as NDTV sues Nielsen, Kantar, TAM & others
NDTV has filed a suit in the New York State Supreme Court seeking damages of around $1.4 billion for negligence and fraud and hundreds of millions more for interference and breach of fiduciary duty
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/trade-shocked-as-ndtv-sues-nielsen-kantar-tam-others/

Too many people taking undue advantage of TAM, says NDTV's Vikram Chandra [from our archives]
NDTV's Vikram Chandra on ratings, skewed and otherwise, and why we should trust the GFK-Mode survey
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tam-is-inadequate/

Arvind Sharma elected AAAI President for 2012-13
MG Parameswaran has been elected as the Vice President. Nagesh Alai, the outgoing President will be the ex-officio member of the new Executive Committee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/arvind-sharma-elected-aaai-president-for-2012-13/

Timmy Kandhari quits PwC India, Smita Jha to take over
After a 15-year association with PwCIndia, executive director and leader, Hospitality and Leisure, Timmy S Kandhari has decided to move on
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/timmy-kandhari-quits-pwc-india-smita-jha-to-take-over/

Arvind eyes Debenhams, Next's businesses; to take over brand rights, stores from Planet Retail
Arvind's wholly owned subsidiary Arvind Lifestyle Brands is holding advanced talks to buy a large portfolio of retail assets, including Nautica stores, from Planet Retail
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/arvind-eyes-debenhams-nexts-businesses-to-take-over-brand-rights-stores-from-planet-retail/

GullakMaster to launch in August
The venture is being spearheaded by Abhishek Dadoo who explained it as 'intelligence on SMS'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/gullakmaster-to-launch-in-august/

Lowe Lintas bags Amrutanjan mandate
This development is the result of a multi-agency pitch that was initiated in Chennai around the first week of April
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/lowe-lintas-bags-amrutanjan-mandate/

InMobi acquires Metaflow Solutions
To expand its portfolio of offerings for mobile app developers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/inmobi-acquires-metaflow-solutions/

After 1.5lakh+ views, Agnee's 'reveal yourself' video is unmuted for launch of B'lue!
Team Scarecrow jammed with Agnee to draft the lyrics and roped in a technology partner to design this one-of-its-kind app
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/after-1-5lakh-views-agnees-reveal-yourself-video-is-unmuted-for-launch-of-blue/

The Anchor: 5 reasons why mobile advtg has a gr8 future
Mobile advertising in current scenario remains a part of overall digital mix, rather than a standalone platform and therefore advertising spend is limited by overall media budget mix, says Sunny Nagpal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-mobile-advtg-has-a-bright-future/

Anil Thakraney: Crime instigating journos need to be punished
Loss of broadcast license for the channel. Jail term for the staff members found guilty. There is no other option
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/08/anil-thakraney-crime-instigating-journos-need-to-be-punished/

Stories on 22nd May

The not-so-chhota success of Chhota Bheem
The much-loved character has leapfrogged from being a mega-hit on Pogo to merchandising and the big screen
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-not-so-chhota-success-of-chhota-bheem/

FMCGs like HUL, Dabur, Godrej, Marico on consumption-driven growth
A study of the aggregate financial performance of the leading 10 FMCG companies over the past eight quarters shows that the industry has grown at an average 16-21 per cent in the past two years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/fmcg-companies-like-hul-dabur-godrej-marico-continue-to-achieve-consumption-driven-growth/

GroupM selects Buddy Media as preferred social ad partner globally
WPP media investment management arm will roll out Buddy Media’s BuyBuddy social ad software to all agencies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/groupm-selects-buddy-media-as-preferred-social-ad-partner-globally/

Arijit Ray joins Dentsu Communications as CEO
Continuing with the series of senior-level appointments, the Dentsu India Group announced the appointment of Arijit Ray as Chief Executive Officer, Dentsu Communications
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/arijit-ray-joins-dentsu-communications-as-ceo/

Happy gets Siddhartha Roy as COO
Mr Roy or Sid, as he is fondly known, will be responsible for Happy’s operations across branches
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/happy-gets-siddhartha-roy-as-coo/

Disney wows kids with contest, launches new shows for summer
Record response for Disney Channel's Jet Set Go campaign where 30 kids and families will fly to the Hong Kong Disneyland
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/disney-wows-kids-in-summer-with-jet-set-go/

HP, others to parner junior NBA/WNBA school-based programme in India
Will reach approximately 10,000 students and 800 coaches across five cities
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/hp-others-to-parner-junior-nbawnba-school-based-programme-in-india/

BIG Magic to be available on Reliance Digital TV
Reliance Digital TV is the first DTH operator to offer BIG Magic to the viewers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/big-magic-to-be-available-on-reliance-digital-tv/

NDTV celebrated May 20 as 'India's Recycling Day'
Over Rs8.89 crore funds were raised as part of the Green Campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ndtv-celebrated-may-20-as-indias-recycling-day/

Suryan FM & Red FM sponsor radio forum
During the CEO Roundtable Session B Surendar - Senior V P & National Sales head, Red FM, will be sharing his views on the coming years of radio industry in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/suryan-fm-red-fm-sponsor-radio-forum/

The Anchor: 6 things that ail the PR industry
PR is not a quick fix and helps achieve goodwill - which cannot be earned overnight and has to be nurtured and sustained through long-term PR activity for the company or brand says Toral Sanghavi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-6-things-that-ail-the-pr-industry/

Debrief: Ashok Leyland: Terrible casting!
If the Ashok Leyland guys had to use Dhoni, the least they should have done was to make the man play a credible role in the script
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-ashok-leyland-terrible-casting/

Mediaah! Is media really a 'sunrise' sector?
Aditya Birla group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla says the media is a sunrise sector from an investment point of view? Is it really?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mediaah-is-media-really-a-sunrise-sector/

Stories on 7th March

WOMEN'S DAY SPECIAL: Is the serial woman tellying it like it is?
From the home-loving traditional characters of the Tulsi era, to the modern-day Priya and her ilk, does the changing role of women in GECs reflect progress in Indian society, or is it just pandering to the advertiser?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/is-the-serial-woman-tellying-it-like-it-is/


WOMEN'S DAY SPECIAL: Rural women - how strong is their spending say?
The village is a big marketplace and though women there have not had much decision-making power down the years, they are slowly emerging as a voice to be reckoned with. Marketers, take note.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/rural-women-how-strong-is-their-spending-say/


WOMEN'S DAY SPECIAL: Apurva Purohit on 5 ways women can swing the work-life balance
Having it all also means doing it all - and since you can't have three heads and six pairs of hands, Apurva Purohit has a few tips on managing your life and staying sane.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/the-anchor-apurva-purohit-on-5-ways-women-can-swing-the-work-life-balance/


SMG strengthens South ops, Sriram Sharma elevated
Mr Sharma will take over as the head of the Chennai operations in addition to the Bangalore office. He will report to Mallikarjunadas CR, CEO, SMG India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/smg-strengthens-south-operations-sriram-sharma-elevated/


NDTV goes for a new look
The logo has been changed; the tickers on the top and the right and left panels of the channel have been done away with, and most importantly: only 'important news' will be declared as 'breaking news'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/ndtv-good-times-presents-the-gadget-guru-conclave-awards-2012/


How the WPP and Interpublic Group fared in 2011
Reported revenue for WPP was up 11.4 per cent year-over-year to $16.05 billion while Interpublic Group of Cos reported that it nearly doubled its net income for 2011, up 96 per cent to $551.5 million
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/how-the-wpp-and-interpublic-group-fared-in-2011/


[MxM Journalism Review] Why must TV news depend on print eds for analyses
Every week, Ranjona Banerji will write about a grouse. Either spewing venom or tongue-in-cheek
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/why-tv-news-gets-print-eds-for-analyses/


PR Satheesh joins as President, Travel Trendz Tv
Mr Satheesh will spearhead the company's revenue opportunities and oversee the marketing and brand building of the channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/pr-satheesh-joins-as-president-travel-trendz-tv/


Dunkin' Donuts to introduce savoury products at outlets in India
Quick service restaurant company Dunkin' Brands will localise its menu in India to have savoury products
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/dunkin-donuts-to-introduce-savoury-products-at-outlets-in-india/


Kingfisher set to recount its 'Brand Journey' with Facebook Brand Timeline
The Good Times Ambassador is the first brand inIndiato switch to the new Facebook guidelines
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/kingfisher-set-to-recount-its-brand-journey-with-facebook-brand-timeline/


NDTV Good Times presents the 'Gadget Guru Conclave & Awards' 2012
In its second year, the event comprises a conclave featuring master class sessions and an Experience Zone, culminating into one of the biggest tech awards night of the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/ndtv-goes-for-a-new-look/


Prema Sagar to speak at 20th PR World Congress
The Biennial Event, held in Dubai, attracts global leadership of PR Industry
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/prema-sagar-of-genesis-burson-marsteller-joins-list-of-speakers-at-20th-public-relations-world-congress/


Delhi to get a whiff of Gujarati flavour
The Gujarat Tourism is now branding one entire Reliance Metro Airport Express train for a period of three months with the 'Khushboo Gujarat ki' campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/delhi-to-get-a-whiff-of-gujarati-flavour/


RBNL announces Big Star Young Entertainer Awards 2012
The initiative is to acknowledge and encourage the young turks and honours stars with the potential to become tomorrow's superstars
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/rbnl-announces-big-star-young-entertainer-awards-2012/


Anil Thakraney: Full service agencies must return
It's obvious that one of the reasons the industry produces such few media innovations is the break-down of the full service ad agency
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/anil-thakraney-full-service-agencies-must-return/

Stories on 6th February

Presenting 'Media Mullings'.  A new fortnightly column by Peter Mukerjea
In Column #1: The absence of Indian papers at the Emirates Heathrow lounge and what irks him about the NDTV showing in the UK.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/media-mullings-by-peter-mukerjea/

Be-Sahara BCCI | What next for cricket? Laxminarayan, Bijoor comment. Also: the Sahara communique in full
Indian cricket may be busy scrambling for another sponsor, but Sahara India has a plan chalked out for life without BCCI. The communique in full plus comments from Harish Bijoor and Karthik Laxminarayan
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/be-sahara-bcci-mahesh-ranka-why-this-cricket-veri/

Be-Sahara BCCI | Mahesh Ranka: Why this cricket-veri... ?
If the BCCI wants to remain viable, it must pull up its socks and make cricket management as professional as the game, opines Mahesh Ranka.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/be-sahara-bcci-what-next-for-cricket-bijoor-laxminarayan-comment-also-the-sahara-communique-in-full/

Lowe Lintas Bangalore to handle ColorPlus creative
After calling for a pitch in October last year, Colorplus has decided to partner with Lowe Bangalore.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/lowe-lintas-bangalore-to-handle-colorplus-creative-mandates/

Private labels of retailers Bharti Retail, Future Group outsell national brands in own stores
Customers prefer private labels due to better quality, high food safety standards, international look and feel of products feels William Savage, chief merchandising officer, Bharti Walmart
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/private-labels-of-retailers-bharti-retail-future-group-outsell-national-brands-in-own-stores/

Big CBS Network's channels expand reach into Sri Lanka
To launch with English language feed; distribution deal with Lanka Broadband Network
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/big-cbs-networks-channels-expand-reach-into-sri-lanka/

MJ Akbar's The Sunday Guardian turns 2
The Sunday Guardian, the Delhi-based weekly Sunday newspaper, completed its second year in the market, with its anniversary issue coming out on February 5, 2012.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/mj-akbars-the-sunday-guardian-turns-2/

Ad Strat: Kirloskar - Engineering Solutions
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia will bring you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/ad-strat-kirloskar-engineering-solutions/

Lintas Media Group wins Jayalakshmi Silks
Along with Manappuram, an existing account, this makes LMG a serious player in the Kerala market, says Suresh Balakrishnan.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/lintas-media-group-wins-jayalakshmi-silks/

Dainik Bhaskar asks voters to select the right candidate in Punjab
Dainik Bhaskar, as India's largest newspaper, felt that it was their responsibility to create awareness among people.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/dainik-bhaskar-ask-voters-to-select-the-right-candidate-in-punjab/

NDTV honours excellence in sports with 'Spirit of Sport' awards
The awards marked the success of the 'Marks for Sports' campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/ndtv-honoured-excellence-in-sports-with-the-spirit-of-sport-awards/

The Anchor: 5 reasosn why media audits must be taken seriously
Advertisers and media agencies in India need to realize that media audits are not optional but a requirement in the global market, writes Stephen White.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/the-anchor-stephen-white-on-why-media-audits-must-be-taken-seriously/

Anil Thakraney: So then what must The Hindu do?
The coming years will see massive newspaper wars because the category is on the decline curve. And each brand will have to be very smart and proactive to survive.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/hard-knocks-so-then-what-must-the-hindu-do/

Headlines Today scores on 2G
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/headlines-today-scores-on-2g/

Stories on 30th January

Hindu hits back with a tough punch
Stung by jibes that it is boring and with readership figures that required attention, The Hindu has hit back at what it terms "the news equivalent of junk food". No marks for guessing who's alleged to be serving that up?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/hindu-hits-back-with-a-tough-punch/


Set-top shortage could dampen digitization drive
Cable operators facing set-top box shortage as digitisation deadline approaches near
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/set-top-shortage-subscriber-ignorance-could-dampen-digitization-drive/


Vedanta unveils first ever national corporate campaign
Under the platform of 'Creating Happiness', the campaign combines a film competition along with social media and traditional media outreach
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/vedanta-group-unveils-first-ever-national-corporate-campaign/


FM Radio rocks in South India... and how!
A vibrant market for regional as well as national music, the FM radio scene in South India still has immense potential for expansion and revenue.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/south-indias-fm-radio-a-rocking-scene/


Given India TV sting, EC warns parties on unfair practices
The warning came after the 'Operation MLA' sting was telecast on India TV.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/given-india-tv-sting-ec-warns-parties-against-unfair-practices/


Ad Strat: No kidding with Flipkart
Behind every great commercial is super strategy. Every week, MxMIndia will bring you the brief and the strat as given by the client and whatever else that went into creating a winning ad.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/ad-strat-no-kidding-with-flipkart/

Deepa Gahlot: Reviewing the Reviews of Agneepath
Every week, Deepa Gahlot casts a critical eye over media reviews of Bollywood releases... in Reviewing the Reviews.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/deepa-gahlot-reviewing-the-reviews-of-agneepath/


LMG announces key elevations in Mumbai, Kolkata & Kochi
Mr Premjeet Sodhi, has taken charge as COO of LMG, Mr Mahesh Motwani has been promoted to Executive Vice President of the Kolkata office and Mr Patrick Gomes has been elevated to head of the agency's Mumbai business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/lmg-announces-key-elevations-in-mumbai-kolkata-kochi-offices/


Lokmat's initiative puts Indian Guinness Book
Lokmat facilitates Aurangabadkars' commemoration of 100 years of Jana Gana Mana, creating a new Guinness World Record for 'the most people singing a national anthem simultaneously'.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/lokmats-initiative-puts-indian-guinness-book/


NDTV expands global reach in US
NDTV channels 24x7 and Good Times are now available on Dish Network in the US, bringing the channels to 74 countries and 18 million households outside India.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/ndtv-expands-global-reach-in-us/


Anchor: 5 reasons OOH must shift focus to Tier 2 & 3 cities
Most brands have seen increased purchasing power in smaller markets, and these audiences can be tapped effectively using OOH, feels Vikas Nowal.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/the-anchor-5-reasons-ooh-should-shift-focus-to-tier-2-and-3-cities/

Incredible India back with Ogilvy
Ogilvy Delhi has been awarded the Ministry of Tourism (Incredible India) creative business.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/incredible-india-back-with-ogilvy/

Anil Thakraney: Save the attitude, kids
Without intending to be preachy, here's a word of advice for Gen X: While it's great to have an attitude, it must be channelized into your work and NOT into your interpersonal interactions.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/anil-thakraney-save-the-attitude-kids/

South African Tourism launches 'Leave ordinary behind' ad
South African Tourism has now started the campaign on television and outdoor to popularise the destination among Indian travellers
campaignttp://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/south-african-tourism-launches-leave-ordinary-behind-ad-campaign/

Media gets it wrong on Republic Day
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/making-fun-of-page-3-culture/

NCT Data Wk 3 '12
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/nct-data-wk-3-12/