Stories on 27th Aug '15

BARC-TAM deal: Win-win for all
The deal between the two television audience measurement firms is a gamechanging one - for the industry and for themselves
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/barc-tam-deal-win-win-for-all/

BARC-TAM: Did the industry kill TAM?
Questions, questions: So TAM was made to exit, be it the politics of the industry or simply apathy? While it was set up by a joint industry body, how much did they monitor and guide TAM? Was there enough clarity, the way it is today? Did the politics between the stakeholders see TAM in?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/barc-tam-did-the-industry-kill-tam/

BARC-TAM: We told you so! MxM broke the story...
The links to the two stories published by MxMIndia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/barc-tam-we-told-you-so-mxm-broke-the-story/

Flashed yesterday: BARC to turn sole TV aud measurement co with TAM meters in tow
BARC India and TAM India will form a meter management company to supply raw data to BARC India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/barc-gobbles-up-tam-audience-measurement-boxes-to-grow-to-34k/

Komli Media sells India business to Gurgaon-based SVG Media
Under the terms of the deal, Komli India will function independently alongside the existing businesses of SVG Media - Tyroo Technologies, DGM and SeventyNine
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/komli-media-sells-india-business-to-gurgaon-based-svg-media/

Siddhartha Mukherjee: What Biking taught me about Brand Communication Management
And how he tried to explore the learnings from biking and use them for Brand Communication Management
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/siddhartha-mukherjee-what-biking-taught-me-about-brand-communication-management/

Dear MxM by Jaisurya Das: My friends are dissuading me but is it okay to tie a Rakhi to my boss?
Senior media professional and Contributing Editor, MxMIndia Jaisurya Das responds ot reader queries on career and personal issues

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/08/dear-mxm-by-jaisurya-das-my-friends-are-dissuading-me-but-is-it-okay-to-tie-a-rakhi-to-my-boss/

Stories on 23rd Apr '15

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories on 2nd Apr '15

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stories on 7th May 14

Achche din aagaye hain, Consumer confidence rises in India: Nielsen study
The index for India has risen 6 points to 121 in Q1 2014, the highest optimism level since Q4 2012
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/achche-din-aagaye-hain-consumer-confidence-rises-in-india-nielsen-study/

What's New on Google Adwords
The changes announced may not be revolutionary, but continue the evolutionary path, writes Eldad Sotnick-Yogev in Mindshare's Original Thinker Series
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/whats-new-on-google-adwords/

Lifebuoy's 'Jump Pump' activity casts positive impact on schoolkids
The simple act has the potential to save millions of lives
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/lifebuoys-jump-pump-activity-casts-positive-impact-on-schoolkids/

INS appoints Shamik Talukder as Head of Revenue Management
Shamik Talukder appointed as Vice President and Head of Revenue Management & Business Development
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/ins-appoints-shamik-talukder-as-head-of-revenue-management/

Jabong to power NBAstore.in in India
Through this partnership, the widest assortment of NBA merchandise will be available in India including the first-ever NBA products for women in the country
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/jabong-to-power-nbastore-in-in-india/

Tata Capital wins big at The Communicator Awards 2014
The Communicator Awards is the leading international awards program recognizing big ideas in marketing and communications

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/tata-capital-wins-big-at-the-communicator-awards-2014/

Stories on 14th Feb '14

Life after UTV for Ronnie Screwvala
The broadcast and entertainment mega-entrepreneur now focuses on venture capitalism & philanthropy
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/life-after-utv-for-ronnie-screwvala/

Adland bullish on Goafest 2014 with Sundar Swamy incharge
Many in the advertising and media business are hopeful that Goafest 2013 will be successful with go-getter Srinivasan 'Sundar' Swamy as chairman of the organising committee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/adland-bullish-on-goafest-2014-with-sundar-swamy-incharge/

Star Plus touches the skies  in Week 6
The GEC's General Manager Gaurav Banerjee attributes the success to finding the right partners to connect with viewers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/star-plus-touches-the-skies-in-week-6/

Chief Digital Officer: A fancy meaningless designation or a crying need of the hour?
According to a Gartner study, by 2015, 25 per cent of organisations will have a Chief Digital Officer (CDO)... will the wave to hire CDOs hit India soon?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/chief-digital-officer-a-fancy-meaningless-designation-or-a-crying-need-of-the-hour/

IRS 2013 Update: DNA sends legal notice to MRUC, Nielsen. Bhaskar gets stay order on IRS
The six-edition English news daily dna has sent a legal notice to the Media Research Users Council (MRUC) and Nielsen India as it "believes its readership figures are grossly misrepresented"
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/irs-2013-update-dna-sends-legal-notice-to-mruc-nielsen-bhaskar-gets-stay-order-on-irs/

Sports on the Go from Vodafone & Star India
The initiative will give consumers access to sports content on the go - on feature phones and smartphones
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/sports-on-the-go-from-vodafone-star-india/

Stories on 6th Feb '14

No mainstream,puhleez. We're Indie: Aditya Swamy
The MTV biz head on how Pepsi and MTV have got together to showcase and nurture Indie music
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/no-mainstreampuhleez-were-indie-aditya-swamy/

Second edition of IAA Leadership Awards on March 1
I&B Minister to be chief guest at second edition of annual awards for excellence in marketing, advertising and media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/second-edition-of-iaa-leadership-awards-on-march-1/

Magazine body AIM asks MRUC to withdraw IRS report
The Association of Indian Magazines (AIM) has asked the Media Research Users Council (MRUC) to withdraw the IRS 2013 study
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/magazine-body-aim-asks-mruc-to-withdraw-irs-report/

Week 5 sets the challenge for new Sony biz head
Week 5 viewership for Sony Entertainment Television is 298 million. Elsewhere, Zee swaps spots with Colors at #2
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/week-5-sets-the-challenge-for-new-sony-biz-head/

MSM rejigs top deck. Former Star Plus biz head Nachiket Pantvaidya to steer SET. Sneha Rajani will watch on movies, Anooj 'Sab' Kapoor also takes charge of new venture
With a headline as long as this, do you need a summary :)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/msm-rejigs-top-deck-former-star-plus-biz-head-nachiket-pantvaidya-to-steer-flagship-channel-sneha-rajani-will-watch-on-movies-anooj-sab-kapoor-to-also-take-on-new-venture/

Press Club Mumbai discussion on 'what ails journalism today'
The panel includes Siddharth Vardarajan, Hartosh Singh Bal, Kumar Ketkar, Indrajit Gupta and Uday Shankar. The event is on today (Feb 6) at the Club premises starting 6.45pm
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/press-club-mumbai-discussion-on-what-ails-journalism-today/

Zee 24 Taas sports new look
The brand promise of 'Stay One Step Ahead' (Raha Ek Paul Pudhe) from its existing position of 'One Step Ahead (Ek Paul Pudhe) was also unveiled
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/zee-24-taas-sports-new-look/

Closeup and 92.7 Big FM bring back 'Antakshari' on radio
Actor Manoj Tiwari, who presented the show in the last season, will be the host of the show which will be available to listeners in UP, Bihar and Jharkhand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/zee-24-taas-sports-new-look/


IRS update: INS to decide future course today * Many papers withdraw * Legal action mulled to stop ongoing field research
The INS execom is reportedly piqued about a senior advertising honcho’s assertion that those opposing the new IRS should be banned
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/irs-update-ins-to-decide-future-course-today-many-papers-withdraw-legal-action-mulled-to-stop-ongoing-field-research/

Stories on 3rd Feb '14

Don't reject new IRS, correct it: Amit Ray, former MRUC TechCom chair
A Q&A with the media veteran + MxMIndia comment: Worries for broadcasters, when publishers hailed IRS, likely outcome of INS-MRUC meeting
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/dont-reject-it-correct-it-amit-ray-former-mruc-techcom-chair/

Vikram Gaikwad, Vistasp Hodiwala join hands to launch new agency Underdog
The fomer Creativeland Asia partner and ECD and JWT VP and Senior CD join hands to form a new agency
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/vikram-gaikwad-vistasp-hodiwala-join-hands-to-launch-new-agency-underdog/

Amith Prabhu: What corporate spokespersons can learn from the historic Rahul Gandhi interview?
The first interview addressing English urban Indians should have not happened on television, writes Amith Prabhu, listing the lessons the Rahul Gandhi interview has for PR folk
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/amith-prabhu-what-corporate-spokespersons-can-learn-from-the-historic-rahul-gandhi-interview/

Preeti Vyas, Paresh Chaudhry on Dubai Lynx jury
The Vyas Gianetti Creative chairwoman and PR CEO have been named in the first set of juries announced
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/preeti-vyas-paresh-chaudhry-on-dubai-lynx-jury/

Firstpost.com launches new business portal, Firstbiz
Firstbiz will be a standalone business and news website from Network18's Firstpost
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/firstpost-com-launches-new-business-portal-firstbiz/

MTV and Twitter partner on #RockTheVote
MTV launches 'Follow the hashtag' using Twitter to fuel "Hero MTV Rock The Vote" campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/mtv-and-twitter-partner-on-rockthevote/

Reviewing the Reviews: Half to two stars for One by Two
One by Two has already made it to some critics' list of one of the worst films of 2014, and it's just January, notes Deepa Gahlot
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/reviewing-the-reviews-half-to-two-stars-for-one-by-two/

Stories on 20th Jan '14

Lowe Lintas, HUL win big at Effie 2013
Lowe Lintas doesn't allow Ogilvy fifth consecutive 'Agency of the Year' title by 35 points as Hindustan Lever gets past Cadbury by 50 points + Quick chats with Hemant Bakshi of HUL and R Balki of Lowe Lintas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/lowe-lintas-hul-win-big-at-effie-2013/

Cadbury misses a hat-trick as Ogilvy misses 5th consecutive crown + Effies 2013 Tally tables
From 2009 onwards, Ogilvy has been Agency of the Year. But the Client of the Year title has moved around a bit - in 2009, Vodafone, in 2010 to Tata Teleservices and in 2011 and 2012 to Cadbury
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/cadbury-misses-a-hat-trick-as-ogilvy-misses-fifth-consecutive-crown-effies-2013-tally-tables/

As time ticks on measurement guidelines, will TAM take MIB to court?
The industry grapevine suggests that TAM will take the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to court on the deadline of the measurement guidelines
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/as-time-ticks-on-measurement-guidelines-will-tam-take-mib-to-court/

Starcom wins media duties for Jindal Panther TMT Rebars
The media mandate for Jindal Panther TMT Rebars is worth Rs 15 crore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/starcom-wins-media-duties-for-jindal-panther-tmt-rebars/

Amith Prabhu: Time to protect our profession from quacks
The profession that helps build and protect reputations has nothing to protect its reputation. Is there a way out of this situation before it is too late, asks Amith Prabhu

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/amith-prabhu-time-to-protect-our-profession-from-quacks/

Stories on 12th Dec '13

Kahaani Mein Twist: Nielsen cuts costs 20%+ to be in running for BARC TV measurement contract
Nielsen will source Peoplemeters etc locally, use audio watermarking tech and  assure service ownership by BARC
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/kahaani-mein-twist-nielsen-cuts-costs-20-to-be-in-running-for-barc-tv-measurement-contract/

SC ruling on homosexuality: Steps by India Inc to end discrimination may be hit
A slew of measures rolled out by leading companies such as IBM, Google, Infosys, etc, to ensure employees with alternate sexual orientation are not discriminated against, may be undone by the Supreme Court ruling on Wednesday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/sc-ruling-on-homosexuality-steps-by-india-inc-to-end-discrimination-may-be-hit/

MxM NewsStand: How the Page 1s of select papers looked on the SC's Sec 377 order
A look at the front pages of select newspapers on the display of the Supreme Court's Section 377 order
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/mxm-newsstand-how-the-page-1s-of-select-papers-looked-on-the-scs-sec-377-order/

Maxus wins Ruchi Soya biz
Ruchi Soya's Popular Division appoints Maxus as Media AOR
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/maxus-wins-ruchi-soya-biz/

Ad Club receives 419 entries for Effies 2013
The Effies 2013 awards ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Turf Club, Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/ad-club-receives-419-entries-for-effies-2013/.

News, music channels to petition High Court on 10+2
With TDSAT dismissing the broadcaster plea against the TRAI ruling on the 10+2 mins ad cap, the News Broadcaster Association and music channels are reported to getting set to approach the High Court on the issue
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/news-music-channels-to-petition-high-court-on-102/

In Week 49, Zee is at #2
While Star Plus continues to be numero uno, Zee gets ahead of Colors for the #2 slot in Week 49 amongst Hindi GECs
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/in-week-49-zee-is-at-2/

Stories on 11th Sep '12

Verghese Kurien: Great vision, Dream client
Adperson Anil Kapoor, Bharat Dabholkar and Rahul da Cunha on the man who created superbrand Amul
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/verghese-kurien-great-vision-dream-client/

V Kurien was visionary par excellence: B M Vyas
BM Vyas, former Managing Director at Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), talks about Verghese Kurien with whom he worked
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/v-kurien-was-visionary-par-excellence-b-m-vyas/

V Kurien: Man who brought 'Anand' to India
The man who turned India into the world’s largest producer of milk passed away on Sunday. Many felt that he deserved to be honoured with highest civilian honour of 'Bharat Ratna'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/v-kurien-man-who-brought-anand-to-india/

How Amul honours its contract with consumers: V Kurien
Excerpts from Dr Verghese Kurien's speech in 2001 on 'Markets in Motion'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/how-amul-honours-its-contract-with-consumers-verghese-kurien/

WPP, Nielsen (proposed) dismissal motions to be heard on Dec 14
The return date for the dismissal motions will now be December 14 and not September 13
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/wpp-nielsen-proposed-dismissal-motions-to-be-heard-on-dec-14/

Honcho changes at CNBC-TV18, Awaaz
Sonia Kapoor takes charge at CNBC-TV18, Sterling Ferreira will lead CNBC Awaaz
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/honcho-changes-at-cnbc-tv18-awaaz/

Digitas India launches integrated e-commerce
Digital marketing agency Digitas has announced the launch of its integrated e-commerce offering in India, an end-to-end e-commerce solution for brands seeking to launch and maintain a professional and effective retail presence on the internet
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/digitas-india-launches-integrated-e-commerce/

New Daily Feature: SIGNPOSTS
Starting a new daily feature called ‘Signposts’ which as the name suggests will carry an assorted range of, ah, well, signposts
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/new-daily-feature-signposts/

Decoding Communication launched by TRA Publishing
Decoding Communication is a book that helps in deciphering this complex subject through its fluid and anecdotal writing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/decoding-communication-launched-by-tra-publishing/

'Entrepreneur' celebrates 3 years
'Boardroom Badshah' Shahrukh Khan is on the cover of Entrepreneur’s third anniversary special issue
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/entrepreneur-celebrates-3-years/

The Anchor: A S Raghunath on 5 reasons why print media is still relevant in India
Being seen reading a daily is still considered a more civilized habit than watching a news channel, writes A S Raghunath
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/a-s-raghunath-on-5-reasons-why-print-media-is-still-relevant-in-india/

Debrief: Centuryply: Beastly tale!
I am all for some wild action in this low-involvement product category. We usually leave the choice of the plywood to the carpenter, and a disruptive ad is needed to break the end-consumer apathy
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/debrief-centuryply-beastly-tale/

Ranjona Banerji: Arnab losing mojo outside studio?
An informed debate on this sedition law is perhaps now required, writes Ranjona Banerji

http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/ranjona-banerji-arnab-losing-mojo-outside-studio/

Stories on 29th Aug

Win-win for Dentsu,Taproot; big loss for WPP
All the answers to: Why did Agnello Dias & Santosh Padhi choose Dentsu over WPP? How much money? What will the equations be with Rohit Ohri?
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29682

DLF exits IPL lead sponsorship as BCCI ups rate
The real estate major feels it is not commercially viable anymore to be associated with the T20 cricket tournament.
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29678

Nielsen bags research contract for IRS
The Media Research Users' Council has awarded the coveted contract for the research work for the Indian Readership Survey to The Nielsen Company on the recommendation of  the Readership Studies Council of India (RSCI)
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29645

Anand Chakravarthy gets added role as Biz Head, BIG CBS
As part of his new profile Mr Chakravarthy, who has been associated with Reliance Broadcast Network right since its launch, will take on the mandate of the overall P&L and brand development for the joint venture's English channel portfolio while continuing as CMO for RBNL
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29594

Week 34, Hindi GECs: Star Plus #1, Colors #2, Zee #3
Star Plus is back as numero uno Hindi GEC, with Colors #2 and Zee #3 in Week 34
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29717

Dhara offers healthy variety to its TG
Putting the spice into the edible oil landscape, Dhara's new campaign comes after a six-year break and addresses the health concerns of the new generation
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29595

Affle unveils integrated ad network for all smart screens
Affle, the digital media company, has announced the launch of Ripple - its rich media and video advertising network
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29593

Books & mobiles enter IAMAI's monthly tracker
IAMAI’s monthly Internet Economy Watch will include newer categories soon
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29596

ETV Network ropes in Vizeum to handle media
Aegis Media's Vizeum India has announced their appointment as media AoR for Prism TV Private Limited to handle the 5 ETV regional channels namely ETV Marathi, Bangla, Kannada, Gujarati & Oriya
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29608

Draftfcb Ulka Delhi appoints K Naresh Kumar as VP Planning
Draftfcb Ulka has announced the appointment of Naresh Kumar as Vice President, Planning for its Delhi operations
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29610

TBWA wins creative mandate for Forum Mall
The Forum Mall Bangalore, part of Prestige Group, has awarded its creative duties to TBWA\India
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29611

Bhaskar celebrates 2nd anniv in Jharkhand
Dainik Bhaskar celebrated two years in Jharkhand, which it had entered with the launch of the Ranchi edition in August 2010, followed by the Jamshedpur and Dhanbad editions in December 2010 and April 2011 respectively

Genesis BM starts Q3 with new business wins
Genesis Burson-Marsteller has announced new business wins across key business sectors including e-commerce, manufacturing, customer loyalty and fashion retail, marking strong momentum as it enters the second half of 2012

Etihad awards PR mandate to LinOpinion
Etihad Airways has appointed LinOpinion, the public relations division of Lowe Lintas and Partners, as its communications and public relations partner in India

The Anchor: 5 reasons mobile apps are musts for OTAs
In a market that moves as fast as its consumers do, some tips to keep online travel agents one step ahead

Anil Thakraney: The disunited ad world
There is disunity in the ad business. These guys will never come together and sort out their issues. Perhaps it has to do with fat egos. Or perhaps it has to do with some degree of immaturity. Or both




Bhaskar celebrates 2nd anniv in Jharkhand
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29606

Genesis BM starts Q3 with new business wins
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29609

Etihad awards PR mandate to LinOpinion
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29607

The Anchor: 5 reasons mobile apps are musts for OTAs
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29591

Anil Thakraney: The disunited ad world
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=29592

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 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 15th December

Cadbury is COY, while AoR O&M is AOY @ Effies 2011
With a tally of 7 Golds, 6 Silvers and 6 Bronzes, Ogilvy stole the show at Effies 2011. JWT was 2nd while DDB Mudra and Lowe Lintas were tied for the 3rd spot.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/cadbury-is-coy-while-aor-om-is-aoy-effies-2011/

It's pitch time for Unilever media spends in India (and elsewhere in the world)
The global media spends account is up for review @ Unilever.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/its-pitch-time-for-unilever-media-spends-in-india-and-elsewhere-in-the-world-2/

Middle India market for FMCGs will exceed US $ 20 bn by 2018 : Nielsen
Middle India market for FMCGs will exceed US $ 20 billion by 2018, says Nielsen study.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/middle-india-market-for-fmcgs-will-exceed-us-20-bn-by-2018-nielsen/

What journalists want: The 10 commandments for PR folks
Ashraf Engineer has been there (journalism) and is now on the 'other side' (PR). Who better than to tell it like it is?.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pr-channel-what-journalists-want-the-10-commandments-for-pr-folks/

(Re)Announcing MxMIndia's Print Avatar
Happy to announce that the refreshing feel of MxMIndia.com will soon be seen in print.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/announcing-mxmindias-print-avatar/

CNN-IBN's Indian of the Year on Friday
CNN-IBN is all set to host Indian of the Year 2011 in New Delhi on December 16, 2011. The award recognizes and honours those Indians whose endeavours have set an example and done the country proud.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/cnn-ibns-indian-of-the-year-on-friday/

Gearing up (ahem) for NDTV's Car and Bike Awards
NDTV Car and Bike Awards 2012 to recognize the best products & people in the Indian Automotive Industry.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/gearing-up-ahem-for-ndtvs-car-and-bike-awards/

Parle join Aircel Chennai Open as official partners
Preethi Kitchen Appliances continues to be the 'Official Kitchen Appliances Partner' for the third consecutive year.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/parle-join-aircel-chennai-open-as-official-partners/

Kat and Bebo in race for the Best Actress in romantic role
Kareena Kapoor and Katrina Kaif are hot contenders for the spot for the BIG Star Entertainment Awards.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/kat-and-bebo-in-race-for-the-best-actress-in-romantic-role/

The Anchor: 5 skills you need to be a successful entrepreneur
Raj Gopal Iyer's tips for setting up shop - and excelling at it.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-5-skills-you-need-to-be-a-successful-entrepreneur/

Tata Docomo: Old idea, fresh play
Anil Thakraney finds the new Tata Docomo ad peppy, alive and full of masti.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tata-docomo-old-idea-fresh-play/

It's the economy, stupid
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on prime time news and the morning papers.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/its-the-economy-stupid/