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Tuesday, 16 December 2014

Stories on 16th Dec 14

Zee TV will always stand for Ummeed
Q&A with Pradeep Hejmadi, Biz Head, Zee TV as the 22-year-old GEC goes in for a brand refresh with a new identity and viewer proposition
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/zee-tv-will-always-stand-for-ummeed/

Colosceum, Ormax unveil consumer-created fiction shows in India
Only shows that have tested exceptionally well, with more than 85 per cent probability of success, will be presented to broadcasters
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/colosceum-ormax-unveil-consumer-created-fiction-shows-in-india/

Ranjona Banerji: Tiny cracks emerging in Delhi's media's love for Modi govt
... though we are still in the laudatory stages where every word and action of the prime minister is treated like signs from the Almighty on High, especially on TV, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/ranjona-banerji-tiny-cracks-emerging-in-delhis-medias-love-for-modi-govt/

Dynel LED Lights ropes in Bang in the Middle
Dynel will launch a range of differentiated LED lamps across spectrum of residential and commercial applications
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/dynel-led-lights-ropes-in-bang-in-the-middle/

Carlton takes 'The New Face of Business' route in new campaign
A leading global luggage brand, Carlton reflects the very best of British design and innovation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/carlton-takes-the-new-face-of-business-route-in-new-campaign/

Titan Raga celebrates confidence of today's woman in new TVC
The latest Raga film tells the story of one such woman and her chance meeting with a past love at an international airport lounge while both are travelling on business trips

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/12/titan-raga-celebrates-confidence-of-todays-woman-in-new-tvc/

Thursday, 28 August 2014

Stories on 28th Aug 14

100 Episodes Young!
Presenting the 100th 'TV Trail' column by Shailesh Kapoor, Founder and CEO, Ormax Media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/100-episodes-young/

Realty Check | Day 16 | Nimesh Bhandari: How Technology can aid home buying process?... Powered by Bloomberg TV India
Technology is playing a critical role in changing the whole home buying process and addressing some critical problems which are otherwise unaddressed, writes Nimesh Bhandari, Co-Founder and Director and Chief Operating Officer, RealtyCompass.com
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/realty-check-day-16-nimesh-bhandari-how-technology-can-aid-home-buying-process-powered-by-bloomberg-tv-india/

It's a deal! Ratan Tata invests in Snapdeal
The Tata Group's chairman emeritus has made a personal investment in Snapdeal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/its-a-deal-ratan-tata-invests-in-snapdeal/

R K Swamy develops communication mandate for Jan Dhan Yojana
A Committee comprising of the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, several leading Banks and the Indian Banks Association led the agency selection process
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/r-k-swamy-develops-communication-mandate-for-jan-dhan-yojana/

Panel discussion deliberates role of media in promoting culture of giving
The discussion was held in the run up to the Joy of Giving Week celebrated from October 2-10
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/panel-discussion-deliberates-role-of-media-in-promoting-culture-of-giving/

What Ticks for Indian Consumers/Women - Sunil Kumaran and Oona Dhabar
Continuing with our extracts from the second edition of the MxMIndia Annual, we present contributions by Sunil Kumaran and Oona Dhabar

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/08/what-ticks-for-indian-consumerswomen-sunil-kumaran-and-oona-dhabar/

Tuesday, 17 June 2014

Stories on 17th Jun 14

The Past, Present & Future of Ormax Media
Up-close with Shailesh Kapoor, co-founder & CEO, Ormax Media which completes six years in the business this month.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/the-past-present-future-of-ormax-media/

We don't give a damn about a Grand Prix Win: Prasoon Pandey @ Cannes2014
Of India's 976 entries just a handful have made it to the shortlists so far, dimming hopes for a glorious run on the awards front.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/we-dont-give-a-damn-about-a-grand-prix-win-prasoon-pandey-cannes2014/

Ranjona Banerji: Time for Indian media to stand up
Now that we are a month into the election results, genuflecting at the altar of government cannot be a consistent feature of a media which prides itself on being a pillar of democracy, writes Ranjona Banerji.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/ranjona-banerji-time-for-indian-media-to-stand-up/

Leo Burnett predicts Cannes Lions winners tally
Highly anticipated predictions feature 25 contenders from 10 countries and global trends impacting the industry
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/leo-burnett-predicts-cannes-lions-winners-tally/

LinTeractive to handle digital duties of Dabur Healthcare & Foods
Some of the company's leading products/platforms to be handled by LinTeractive include Dabur Honey, Dabur Chyawanprash, Dabur Shilajit, www.liveveda.com and www.daburmediclub.com
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/linteractive-to-handle-digital-duties-of-dabur-healthcare-foods/

Thursday, 15 May 2014

Stories on 15th May 14

It's Raining Revenues on Results Day
As the world gets set for the outcome of the General Elections, news channels are making hay + What to expect on MxM tomorrow
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/its-raining-revenue-on-results-day/

Lowe Lintas & Partners' digital division - LinTeractive, relaunched
LinTeractive will add a layer of brand and consumer engagement expertise on top of the usual capabilities offered by most digital agencies
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/lowe-lintas-partners-digital-division-linteractive-relaunched/

As UTV Stars goes Bindass, 80+ staff laid off
Around 80 employees are currently serving a month's notice and will be given salaries for three months' towards their full-and-final settlement
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/as-utv-stars-goes-bindass-80-staff-laid-off/

Now, Life OK inks pact with Reliance Broadcast for film & TV awards
To be held every month, Life OK Now Awards will recognize and honour talent from the previous month in a glitzy awards ceremony
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/life-ok-now-awards-to-celebrate-excellence-in-films-television/

IAMAI unveils digital agenda for new government
IAMAI has prepared a 100-day Internet agenda for the new government, given the importance of this medium to India's future and efforts to ensure good governance
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/05/iamai-unveils-digital-agenda-for-new-government/

Friday, 11 January 2013

Stories on 11th Jan '13

Sweet smell of success for Sunmeet
Come Saturday, she’s going to be the new star of the country. A drop out after Class 12, Mumbai homemaker Sunmeet Sawhney is the new KBC Rs 5 crore jackpot winner
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/sweet-smell-of-success-for-sunmeet/

April 4-6: Goafest 2013 dates announced
Scheduled to be held at the Zuri White Sands in Goa, the theme for the 8th edition of Goafest is 'Just what you unexpected'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/april-4-6-goafest-2013-dates-announced/

Shailesh Kapoor: The Science Of Failure Management
When it comes to failures, the general tendency is to move on. A key aspect of failure analysis is ascertaining a "cost of failure", writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/shailesh-kapoor-the-science-of-failure-management/

Ranjona Banerji: Dear TV news, please don't send us to war
Ranjona Banerji holds her head in anguish at the lack of perspective in TV, all over again!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/ranjona-banerji-dear-tv-news-please-don%e2%80%99t-send-us-to-war/

Anil Thakraney: Rage on, Arnab!
In this depressing scenario, all the fury in the media is indeed required. The viewing public feels a little vindicated. And the army jawans might feel their own anger getting vented
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/anil-thakraney-rage-on-arnab/

Front Page 2012: Narendra Modi Is 'Newsmaker of The Year'
Narendra Modi Is 'Newsmaker of The Year' followed by Sachin Tendulkar in the Ormax Media yearender: Front Page 2012: A Media & Entertainment Review
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/front-page-2012-narendra-modi-is-newsmaker-of-the-year/

Speaking of Which | The Last Resort
It is not always enough to get facts, spelling and grammar right. You also have to remember the sub-text of what you are saying, writes Vidya Heble
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/speaking-of-which-the-last-resort/

MTunesHD to scale up content library
Music channel MTunesHD is set to scale up its content library this year in an attempt to offer differentiated programming
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/mtuneshd-to-scale-up-content-library/

Fifth Ring's Singapore debut to drive agency's APAC growth
Fifth Ring acquires Singapore digital and PR start-up Like Minds Consulting; Himanshu Verma is APAC MD
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/fifth-rings-singapore-debut-to-drive-agencys-apac-growth/

ANCHOR | ONE BIG IDEA by Rahul Kansal Multi-dimensional appeal a must for print
Newspapers should be able to engage readers in a variety of ways and should stimulate all the senses of their consumers.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/anchor-one-big-idea-by-rahul-kansal-multi-dimensional-appeal-a-must-for-print/

ANCHOR | ONE BIG IDEA by Raj Nayak A Sunset Date to regulate ad inventory?

Rather than big idea, I would want to term them as big challenges.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/anchor-one-big-idea-by-raj-nayak-a-sunset-date-to-regulate-ad-inventory/

Wednesday, 9 January 2013

Stories on 9th Jan '13

LGBT as TG: For pride and prosperity
With many in India's Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender community coming out of the closet, they form an all-new target group for marketers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/lgbt-as-tg-for-pride-and-prosperity/

TBWA\India acquires digital arms with Magnon
TBWA has acquired digital services firm Magnon Group to beef up its digital operations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/tbwaindia-acquires-digital-arms-with-magnon/

Times Internet partners Gawker media to drive Gizmodo, Lifehacker
Times Internet has entered into a strategic partnership with American independent online media company Gawker Media, under which it will manage and drive local Indian destinations for Gizmodo.com and Lifehacker.com
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/times-internet-partners-gawker-media-to-drive-gizmodo-lifehacker/

InMobi acquires Overlay Media
Bangalore-based independent mobile advertising network InMobi has announced the acquisition of Overlay Media, experts in context aware computing
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/inmobi-acquires-overlay-media/

OgilvyOne names one more Senior CD for its Mumbai team
Roy Menezes joins OgilvyOne, Mumbai, as Senioe Creative Director. He will partner Burzin Mehta to lead digital creative for OgilvyOne, Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/ogilvyone-names-one-more-senior-cd-for-its-mumbai-team/

Anil Thakraney: Block the gas bags
How long will we allow ourselves to get fooled by these frauds? How long will we allow the world to laugh at our expense? How long will we let these charlatans use us?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/anil-thakraney-block-the-gas-bags/

Anchor | One Big Idea by Sam Balsara: Do TV a favour by adding another medium
From an advertiser’s perspective, the one idea that I would like to propose to advertisers who use TV heavily is to supplement their ad spends in TV
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/anchor-one-big-idea-by-sam-balsara-do-tv-a-favour-by-adding-another-medium/

Anchor | One Big Idea by Sanjay Trehan: Seamless convergence key to success
Few would disagree with Mahatma Gandhi’s observation that the soul of India lives in its villages.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/anchor-one-big-idea-by-sanjay-trehan-seamless-convergence-key-to-success/

LinkedIn appoints Nishant Rao as country manager, India
Global professional network LinkedIn has announced the appointment of Nishant K Rao as the new country manager for India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/linkedin-appoints-nishant-rao-as-country-manager-india/

BBC World News launches new studios, programming, presenters
The BBC's international television news channel, BBC World News, is unveiling a dramatic new look next week when it re-launches from new studios in central London
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/bbc-world-news-launches-new-studios-programming-presenters/

Triton makes tyre brand Ralson flex its muscles
Triton Communications has reintroduced Ralco Tyres, one of India's largest manufacturers of bicycle and automobile tyres, into the competitive tyre market, with wrestler Sushil Kumar as its champion

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/01/triton-makes-tyre-brand-ralson-flex-its-muscles/

Wednesday, 28 November 2012

Stories on 28th Nov '12

A weekend of PR & Conversations
Four students of SIMC, Pune present a report of the two-day PRAXIS 2012 conference of PR and corporate communications professionals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/a-weekend-of-pr-conversations/

Bhaskar Das takes charge of DNA as CEO KU Rao to moves to corporate role @ Zee
Long-serving DNA CEO KU Rao moves to a corporate role at Zee, as Group CEO Dr Bhaskar Das to take charge
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/bhaskar-das-takes-charge-of-dna-as-ceo-ku-rao-to-moves-to-corporate-role-zee/

Jaldi 5 with Amith Prabhu: PRAXIS brought together seniors & juniors in the PR and corp comm community
Amith Prabhu, co-chair PRAXIS 2012, reviews the conference that was held last week and what he would tell the industry captains who didn't turn up
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/jaldi-5-with-amith-prabhu-praxis-brought-together-seniors-juniors-in-the-pr-and-corp-comm-community/

Thackeray funeral & Kasab execution lead to news viewership spike: Ormax study
The Bal Thackeray funeral and Ajmal Kasab execution cause a spike in news TV viewership, notes an Ormax Media study
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/thackeray-funeral-kasab-execution-lead-to-news-viewership-spike-ormax-study/

Young Track by Samyak Chakrabarty: 4 key differences between youth in Europe and India
If the youth in Europe is more careful about spending, the Indian youth comes somewhere between his American and European counterparts
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/young-track-by-samyak-chakrabarty-4-key-differences-between-youth-in-europe-and-india/

Fortune cooking oil wins the Master Brand Award
Master Brand Award is conferred upon the brands that appeal to mass value seeker to premium set of consumers, while constantly keeping in mind a consumer-centric FMCG approach
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/fortune-cooking-oil-wins-the-master-brand-award/

AXN bags Silver at 2012 Marketing Events Awards
The channel won a silver award in the Best PR/Guerilla Marketing Stunt category for Cyril’s Family Vacation (Hawaii Edition)
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/axn-bags-silver-at-2012-marketing-events-awards/

ESPN STAR Sports' Event Management Group on new high
The group has had an award-winning year with multi-year sponsorship renewals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/espn-star-sports-event-management-group-on-new-high/

The Anchor: After acquiring '24', 5 international soaps Indian GECs must adapt
A N Chorrea on 5 international soaps Indian general entertainment channels and look at acquiring and adapting
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/the-anchor-after-acquiring-24-5-international-soaps-indian-gecs-must-adapt/

Anil Thakraney: Gujarat ad: Work of a lazy art director
A picture tells a thousand words but a pilfered picture tells a thousand lies, writes Anil Thakraney, commenting on the Gujarat Congress child malnutrition ad fiasco
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/11/anil-thakraney-gujarat-ad-work-of-a-lazy-art-director/

Tuesday, 25 September 2012

Stories on 25th Sep '12

Do pre-release star appearances work?
While viewers don't seem to mind popular actors appearing on primetime shows, does it help TV with ratings and filmwallahs with ticket sales?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/do-pre-release-star-appearances-work/

Jaldi 5 with Ashok Mansukhani: To achieve 100% digitization, govt must be a facilitator, not a schoolmaster
In the run-up to the Sunset Date of October 31, we spoke to Ashok Mansukhani, President of the MSO Alliance, on the preparedness for 100 percent digitization in the four metros
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/jaldi-5-with-ashok-mansukhani-govt-must-be-a-facilitator-not-a-schoolmaster/

Anshuman Misra quits Turner
Turner International has announced that Anshuman Misra, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Networks and Content Distribution is moving on
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/anshuman-misra-quits-turner/

Vikatan group to launch weekly mag Timepass
Vikatan Group which publishes nine titles in Tamil is gearing up to launch its tenth title - Timepass. As the name suggests, the magazine will focus on entertainment and will cater to those young at hear
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/vikatan-group-to-launch-weekly-mag-timepass/

India TV signs up Paritosh Joshi as strategist
In his role as a strategist for India TV, Mr Joshi primarily will be responsible for optimizing and leading the revenue function of the existing businesses, and business development for the forthcoming ventures for the company
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/india-tv-signs-up-paritosh-joshi-as-strategist/

AdStrat: Visa: Turning your dream into a reality
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/2012/09/adstrat-visa-turning-your-dream-into-a-reality/

iProspectCommunicate2 appoints Sayan Banerjee as VP - Biz Devpt
iProspectCommunicate 2, a search and digital consulting agency, has roped in Mr. Sayan Banerjee as VP - Business Development, key client relationships, digital consulting for BFSI and other core verticals
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/iprospectcommunicate2-appoints-sayan-banerjee-as-vp-biz-devpt/

The Anchor: 8 reasons why the licensing & merchandising market holds promise in India
In a growth economy, with a vibrant entertainment market and an eager and aware audience, there are many reasons for licensing and merchandising to succeed in the Indian market
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/the-anchor-8-reasons-why-the-licensing-merchandising-market-holds-promise-in-india/

Debrief: Fevicol Marine: The magic is back!
This is the Fevicol we know and love. The TVC packs in all the ingredients of a good ad
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/debrief-fevicol-marine-the-magic-is-back/

Ranjona Banerji: Economy on the front seat
Ranjona Banerji scans nightly news and the morning papers plus assorted spots on cyberspace to bring us this review
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/ranjona-banerji-economy-on-the-front-seat/

Signposts… September 25
Our daily feature 'Signposts' which as the name suggests will carry an assorted range of, ah, well, signposts
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/09/signposts-september-25

Friday, 27 July 2012

Stories on 27th Jul

Fourtifying media & brands with research
Just four years in the business, Vispy Doctor and Shailesh Kapoor's Ormax Media has become a key ally of Indian media and brands
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/fourtifying-media-brands-with-research/

Two announcements on Week #2: Get MxM news via BBM/WhatsApp + MxM Mondays
Now get MxMIndia news and alerts via Blackberry Messenger (BBM) and WhatsApp. Plus MxM Mondays to discuss issues in detail
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/two-announcements-on-week-2-get-mxm-news-via-bbmwhatsapp-mxm-mondays/

MIB looks ahead as Sectoral Innovation Council recommends embracing tech & new media
The primary objective was to design a policy ecosystem in which new ideas would be integrated into the mainstream and get converted into policy initiatives by the government
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/mib-looks-ahead-as-sectoral-innovation-council-recommends-embracing-tech-new-media/

Sony rolls out 360-deg campaign for KBC's Sept launch
The latest season of KBC is expected to commence by the end of August or beginning September with nearly 52 episodes and duration of 1.5 hours
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/sony-rolls-out-360-deg-campaign-for-kbcs-sept-launch/

Lowe Lintas unveils new Surf Excel campaign
Continuing with the internationally adapted concept of 'Dirt is good', Lowe lintas has devised another campaign for Surf Excel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/lowe-lintas-unveils-new-surf-excel-campaign/

Do 'phoren' names work for Made-in-India brands?
Do consumers get influenced by names like 'Munich Polo' and 'Franco Leone' for locally made products?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/do-phoren-names-work-for-made-in-india-brands/

MxM Buzzer # 2 | The Olympics Special
Quizmaster Sorbojeet Chatterjee’s 10 questions on the Olympics constitute MxM Buzzer #2. Plus Mayank Jain and Himanshu Agarwal win Buzzer #1
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/mxm-buzzer-2-the-olympics-special/

Rohan Chandran joins Big FM as Station Head in BLR
BIG FM appoints Rohan Chandran as Station Head for Bengaluru
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/rohan-chandran-jons-big-fm-as-station-head-in-blr/

DGM India launches dgMatix ad network
dgMatix's proprietary technology is capable of tracking click frauds, measuring campaign performance on various parameters
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/dgm-india-launches-dgmatix-ad-network/

Divya Bhaskar launches City Bhaskar in Surat & Vadodara
Till now City Bhaskar in Gujarat was available with Divya Bhaskar in Ahmedabad only
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/divya-bhaskar-launches-city-bhaskar-in-surat-vadodara/

Calvin John joins CaratLane VP-Marketing
He will oversee the implementation of national marketing campaigns that will drive growth for the brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/calvin-john-joins-caratlane-vp-marketing/

The Anchor: 6 things to watch out for in the 2012 London Games
Wish you were at the West End, Covent Garden, Piccadilly, Oxford Street ,Kensington Gardens, Buckingham Palace, Tate Modern, instead of wherever you are, says Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/the-anchor-6-things-to-watch-out-for-in-the-2012-london-games/

Anil Thakraney: Page 3 versus Oprah
Personally speaking, I am all ready for the future. I have decided to start a specialized scam ads shop. Which to me sounds like a really lucrative business
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/anil-thakraney-page-3-versus-oprah/

Ranjona Banerji: Why I love Arnab Goswami. Really!
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/why-i-love-arnab-goswami-really/

Thursday, 26 July 2012

Stories on 26th Jul

Happy route to success
Kartik Iyer and Praveen Das of five-year-old Bengaluru-based agency Happy Creative Services insist on not compromising on results
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/happy-route-to-success/

Big Boys go to B-school for betterment
Individuals often opt for these programmes on their own, but companies too nominate and shortlist candidates
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/big-boys-go-to-b-school-for-betterment/

Prime focus is to gain supremacy: Asianet Movies
Asianet launched its first-ever round-the-clock movie channel, Asianet Movies, last week
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/prime-focus-is-to-gain-supremacy-asianet-movies/

Ormax to help brands pick right face with Celebritix
The software is targeted for mainly advertisers, media planners and celebrities firms to help them which attribute of a celeb suits a brand/product the most
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/ormax-to-help-brands-pick-right-face-with-celebritix/

Circuit9 lights up in Bengaluru
The agency is the brain child of Ajay Gupta and Raghu S
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/circuit9-lights-up-in-bengaluru/

ID8Labs embellishes top deck to grow
ID8Labs has hired key senior executives in a bid to build its leadership team and focus on new business opportunities
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/id8labs-embellishes-top-deck-to-grow/

Globosport to get global glitter with Platinum Rye stake
Globosport's Brand Advisory Business is slated to beIndia's first ever talent procurement and content management company for brands
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/globosport-to-get-global-glitter-with-platinum-rye-stake/

Storytelling through the years
Story telling in advertising has been a worldwide trend. Though today its noticeable that the advertisers are moving from a virtual world to the real feedbacks from consumers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/storytelling-through-the-years/

Paritosh Joshi: How to make a really spectacular mistake
A weekly column by Paritosh Joshi, until recently CEO, Star CJ. Given his varied experience in the media and industry bodies, Mr Joshi will analyse issues concerning the business of media, measurement and research
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/paritosh-joshi-how-to-make-a-really-spectacular-mistake/

Architectural Digest creates AD Magical Spaces
Sussanne Roshan launches first 'magical space' at Palladium with a unique interior exhibit
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/architectural-digest-creates-ad-magical-spaces/

Ten acquires French Football League till '15
The deal negotiated with MP& Silva, a leading international sports rights agency, will allow Ten Network to offer 232 matches Live and Exclusive
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/ten-acquires-french-football-league-till-15/

The Anchor: 5 reasons why Digitization may not happen even by Oct 31
Just a little over three months to go for digitization in the four metros and it looks like we're going to see a replay of the same ol' story
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-digitization-may-not-happen-even-by-oct-31/

Debrief: Raymond's boring celebration
Completely stupid work this is. While I appreciate Raymond’s attempt to expand their market share by positioning the brand for all occasions, the ad is totally dull and trite
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/debrief-raymond-a-boring-celebration/

Ranjona Banerji: Why slam Mid-Day, Ms Baghel?
Almost 30 years in the media have taught me that life and death are cyclical. You never know when something revives, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/07/ranjona-banerji-why-slam-mid-day-ms-baghel/

Wednesday, 13 June 2012

Stories on 13th Jun

End of Digital Beginning for M&E: PwC
The challenge for media is to now implement its digital strategies, notes the Pricewaterhouse Coopers Outlook for media and entertainment 2012-16
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/end-of-digital-beginning-for-me-pwc/

Here for the long haul: Anthony Good
Anthony Good and Deepak Khanulkar delve deep into the need for CSR service in India, analyse how the CSR marketplace is currently placed in India and predict what’s in store for the agency in time to come
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/here-for-the-long-haul-anthony-good/

Facebook tests tech to link pages of under-13s with parents' accounts
These mechanisms wouldn't be introducing young children to Facebook for the first time, but rather would give them a way to be there officially
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/facebook-tests-tech-to-link-pages-of-under-13s-with-parents-accounts/

Vizeum bags media duties of Bloomberg UTV
As Bloomberg UTV prepares itself for an aggressive growth strategy, Vizeum is roped in as the Media AoR and will play a vital role in the channel's future growth plans
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/vizeum-bags-media-duties-of-bloomberg-utv/

Eros International launches online music channel
The content on 'youtube.com/erosnowmusic' will include music videos and behind-the-scenes footage
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/eros-international-launches-online-music-channel/

Online ad platform Komli Media raises $39 million
Komli's CEO Prashant Mehta declined to disclose the valuation of the Mumbai-based company in a deal which takes the total private equity capital raised by it to $62 million
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/online-ad-platform-komli-media-raises-39-million/

Havas picks majority stake in Mediaxis MPG
The move follows a relationship fostered by the group's MPG brand over the past nine years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/havas-picks-majority-stake-in-mediaxis-mpg/

Spark Punjabi launches new shows
Unveils a new line up of shows in the humour genre, strengthening its leadership with exciting new offerings
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/spark-punjabi-launches-new-shows/

Modi Omega Pharma awards PR mandate to GreenThumb
As part of the mandate, GreenThumb will be responsible for the development and implementation of an effective media strategy
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/modi-omega-pharma-awards-pr-mandate-to-greenthumb/

Bheem, Katrina Kaif and Sachin Tendulkar are kids' favorites, says Ormax Media
The study was conducted among 6-14 year old kids, SEC ABC, in eight cities - Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jalandhar and Chennai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/bheem-katrina-kaif-and-sachin-tendulkar-are-kids-favorites-says-ormax-media/

The Anchor: Anil Garg on 10 reasons why specialty channels are the need of the hour
Emerging technologies are playing a big role in bringing about this shift from traditional TV (latent viewing) to active TV (active viewing), says Anil Garg
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/the-anchor-anil-garg-on-10-reasons-why-specialty-channels-are-the-need-of-the-hour/

Anil Thakraney: Film critics cannot be trusted
And that new flick called 'Shanghai' is the last time I shall go by the critics' verdict. Frankly, I couldn't sit through the film. It was boring, wannabe, pretentious and very laboured
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/anil-thakraney-film-critics-cannot-be-trusted/

Ranjona Banerji: Getting a bum deal from Yahoo India
Every mid-week Ranjona Banerji writes about a grouse... either spewing venom or tongue-in-cheek. Or both
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/ranjona-banerji-getting-a-bum-deal-from-yahoo-india/

Friday, 8 June 2012

Stories on 8th Jun

Utterly Butterly Everlasticious!
How the Amul girl and the topical ads have been a mouthpiece of the nation for nearly five decades
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/utterly-butterly-everlasticious/

Viewers’ thumbs up to ABP News: MxMIndia - Ormax Media survey of News TV viewers
MxM India commissioned leading media analysis firm Ormax Media to survey Hindi TV news viewers to find out how they have adapted to the change in name from Star News to ABP News
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/viewers-thumbs-up-to-abp-news-mxmindia-ormax-survey-of-news-tv-viewers/

Clients applaud Vizeum as it celebrates third anniv
Aegis Media's Vizeum celebrates its third anniversary as some of its clients applaud its efforts and contributions
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/clients-applaud-vizeum-as-it-celebrates-third-anniv/

Paritosh Joshi: Does readership have a future?
Good news must be paid for because it costs a whole lot to produce. You cannot crowd-source the truly significant story or editorial, notes Paritosh Joshi in Media Matrix
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/paritosh-joshi-does-readership-have-a-future/

Anil Thakraney: Dude, who moved my analogue?
Why can't citizens of our free country be given the option of analogue or digital, asks Anil Thakraney, wondering how all the money that set-top box makers will be earning will be divided
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/anil-thakraney-dude-who-moved-my-analogue/

Mediaah: Should Ambika Soni delay digitization?
The I&B minister is likely to take a final call on digitization today. Pradyuman Maheshwari believes it must be delayed by 2-3 months and subscribers should be incentivised if they switch in this period. And then there should be a final deadline of six months
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/mediaah-should-ambika-soni-delay-digitization/

Ranjona Banerji: Why I criticise Times Now most
Ranjona Banerji who comments on the fare on nightly news and the morning papers twice a week in Freaking News @ MxM Journalism Review tells us why she loves Arnab Goswami so very, very much
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/why-i-criticise-times-now-the-most/

The Anchor: 7 reasons why we should have a 24-hour classical music channel
It's sad that when we have a channel for food, wildlife, adventure and various niche segments, there's none for classical music, rues Jaahnavi Paal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/06/the-anchor-7-reasons-why-we-should-have-a-24-hour-classical-music-channel/

Tuesday, 29 May 2012

Stories on 29th May

The Six Ps of Data Driven Marketing
Just collecting data and running algorithms isn't enough, comments Rishad Tobaccowala, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer of VivaKi
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-six-ps-of-data-driven-marketing/

Competition Commission approves RIL Trust's stake buy in Network 18, TV18
The deal, expected to be around Rs2,700 crore, is touted to be one of the biggest in the media industry
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/cci-approves-reliance-industries-stake-buy-in-tv18/

Katrina Kaif leads Ormax's list of top celeb endorsers for Slice ad
The study was done for five top celebrities and the brands they endorse. The score is a measure of the strength of the association of the celeb with the brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/katrina-kaif-leads-ormaxs-list-of-top-celeb-endorsers/

Ensure digitised feed from July 1: Broadcasters
They have slammed vested interests who were trying to create roadblocks
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ensure-digitised-feed-from-july-1-television-broadcasters/

JWT crafts new 'shuruaat' for post-IPL Max
MAX launches a new brand campaign with a completely new channel packaging
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/jwt-crafts-new-shuruaat-for-post-ipl-max/

RK Swamy releases 11th edition of media guide
The Media Market Guide offers relevant information on media and markets in a lucid and easy-to-use format
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/rk-swamy-releases-11th-edition-of-media-market-guide-its-free/

Radio Mirchi tackles petrol price hike!
In a unique initiative, Radio Mirchi gave away bicycles to lucky listeners for an easier, better and eco-friendly commute
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/radio-mirchi-tackles-petrol-price-hike/

Grand finale for Radio City's Gully Premier League
The finale marks the end of the month long cricket tournament where different regions competed for the GPL trophy and a prize of Rs1 lakh
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/cricket-frenzy-reaches-its-peaks-with-gully-premier-league-grand-finale/

Ormax launches brand track tool for TV & radio
Ormax Media launches a customized brand health and equity tool for the Indian television and radio industries
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ormax-media-launches-ormax-brand-matrix/

The Anchor: Rajiv Dingra on 6 things every marketer must pay heed to on social media
You cannot just concentrate on the good things being said about your brand. You cannot afford to ignore anyone on your social platforms anymore says Rajiv Dingra
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-rajiv-dingra-on-6-things-every-marketer-must-pay-heed-to-on-social-media/

Debrief: Micromax: Sexy and cool
Additionally, I like the fact that Micromax has stuck to its irreverent brand personality. Whether you agree with them or not, you have to appreciate their focus
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/debrief-micromax-sexy-and-cool/

[MJR] TV gets boring after IPL
In Freaking News, which appears every Tuesday and Friday, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare in the morning papers and the nightly news. And sometimes the afternooners, the newsmags and all that's on the Web
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/mjr-tv-gets-boring-after-ipl/

Tuesday, 17 January 2012

Stories on 17th January

Will Kannadada Kotyadhipati make Suvarna #1 GEC?
With Puneet Rajkumar as host, there's much riding on the Kannada KBC to be a game-changer for the Star Network's Kannada general entertainment channel.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/for-suvarna-kannadada-kotyadhipati-will-be-the-game-changer/

Deloitte study says outlook for Indian retail sector gloomy
The outlook for the organised retail sector in India is gloomy as the economy is slowing down following a period in which monetary policy was tightened, according to a global study by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/deloitte-study-says-outlook-for-indian-retail-sector-gloomy/

Ramnath Goenka Awards presented, heated debate on journalists' intellect ensues
Several participants in the debate felt that there was a need for accountability and self-regulation in the media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/ramnath-goenka-awards-presented-heated-debate-on-journalists-intellect-ensues/

Corporate India loses interest in cricket with team's loss
Companies pull cricketer ads off air, mull ad rate cut after Team India's disastrous Oz tour
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/as-team-india-loses-series-corporate-india-loses-interest-in-cricket/

Colors dominates Ormax Media's list of most effective launch campaigns in 2011
The ranking of the best launches of fiction and non-fiction Hindi GEC shows has been derived from Ormax Media's awareness tracking tool Showbuzz.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/colors-dominates-ormax-medias-list-of-most-effective-launch-campaigns-in-2011/

HT Media Limited launches HT Mini for people on the move
According to our research, over 60 per cent of Metro travelers would like to spend their commute reading something. We have customized HT Mini to cater to such people, says Shantanu Bhanja
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/ht-media-limited-launches-ht-mini-for-people-on-the-move/

Mathrubhumi's George Sebastian wins gold at stamp show
George Sebastian, who won a gold in the Maharashtra Posts exhibition, is the GM of Mathrubhumi and an avid philatelist.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/mathrubhumis-george-sebastian-wins-gold-at-philatelic-exhibition/

Design takes centre stage at Momentum India 2012
MXM India was the media partner at the two-day forum on media and design, which highlighted several aspects of industry imperatives, including the need for more professionals.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/design-takes-centre-stage-at-momentum-india-2012/

Nokia, Indiatimes join to launch NokiaShop
It is the first ever Indian shopping portal to deliver mobile devices directly from manufacturers to users.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/nokia-indiatimes-join-to-launch-nokiashop/

Two new interactive programmes from MY FM Ahmedabad
Aradhana will have content taken from Kathakar and Morari Bapu, Kajal @ 9 will deal with issues and concerns ranging from relationships to career.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/two-new-interactive-programmes-from-my-fm-ahmedabad/

HBO wins 3 Golden Globes
Wins awards for Mildred Pierce, Game of Thrones and Enlightened at the 69th Golden Globes.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/hbo-wins-3-golden-globes/

The Anchor: 8 reasons why marketers must not fret over the Indian cricket team's dismal performance down under

No matter what happens, as long as Brand Tendulkar continues to deliver, Indian cricket is in safe hands, feels Hemant Kenkre
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/the-anchor-8-reasons-why-marketers-must-not-fret-over-the-indian-cricket-teams-dismal-performance-down-under/

NCT Data Wk 1 '12
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/nct-data-wk-1-12/

Debrief: Kotak hits the clone zone

The one little problem is this: Because all the ad time gets used up in establishing the clones, there’s no chance of telling us exactly how Kotak Life will help us double our income.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/debrief-kotak-hits-the-clone-zone/

Media frenzy over VK Singh's age
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/media-frenzy-over-vk-singhs-age/

Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Stories on 11th January

Focus on making SMG India a human experience company : John Sheehy
Starcom Mediavest president - global operations is upbeat about his new A team in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/john-sheehy-our-best-performance-was-in-the-past-3-years/

N Ram to call it a day at Hindu
N Ram, editor-in-chief at the Hindu group of publications has relinquished office. His last day at work: January 19.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/n-ram-to-call-it-a-day-at-hindu/

Law & Kenneth bags eBay's creative account
A source close to the development confirmed that the annual media spends for the year would be around Rs35 crore
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/law-kenneth-wins-ebays-creative-pitch/

Rahul Thappa is back @ Mindshare
Mr Thappa, who recently left Mail Today, will be working at Mindshare as Leader - Client Leadership, South Asia.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/rahul-thappa-joins-mindshare-again/

BIG CBS goes balle-balle with Spark Punjabi
Reliance Broadcast Network and CBS Studios International complement JV portfolio with dedicated international Punjabi channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/big-cbs-marks-regional-tv-foray-with-spark-punjabi/

Inext, the youth-centric newspaper launches its website
Inext had an expansive campaign, with radio, digital and print initiatives, to promote their newly launched site
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/inext-the-youth-centric-newspaper-launches-its-website/

Dog days for pet mags
Even though the pet parenting fad in India is growing, the pet magazine market is dismal.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/dog-days-for-pet-magazines-going-to-the-dogs/

Gouri Dange: TV, that exhausting hyper child
Does my watching television as leisure activity signal my lack of intelligence or did the telly reach out and extinguish my intelligence?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/naming-no-names-tv-that-exhausting-hyper-child/

Asha Bhosle, Babul Supriyo enthral at Prabhat Khabar event
The gala evening in Ranchi had approximately 40,000 passionate music lovers, besides 4,000 army officials, experience a thrilling performance.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/asha-bhosle-babul-supriyo-enthral-at-prabhat-khabar-event/

Who controls the remote? Ormax Media study released
The report has captured the gender and the age profiling of the remote in-charge for different one-hour slots, from 7pm to 11pm, on both weekdays and weekends.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/who-controls-the-remote-ormax-media-study-released/

Jet Airways unveils innovative airplane wrap for Nokia Lumia
The plane is branded entirely with the Nokia Lumia colours, and also features the names of Nokia employees responsible for the marketing initiative.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/jet-airways-unveils-innovative-airplane-wrap-for-nokia-lumia/

Airtel's HFZ online campaign enters next phase
Within two days of launch, the new HFZ videos garnered over 1.5 lakh views and tremendous positive word-of-mouth on social networks.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/airtels-hfz-online-campaign-enters-next-phase/

The Anchor: 6 things an agency must keep in mind when pitching for a brand
It's not about coming first in class. It's about being the best and the most loved in the batch, says Mahesh Chauhan
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/the-anchor-mahesh-chauhan-on-6-things-for-an-agency-to-keep-in-mind-when-pitching-for-a-brand/

Anil Thakraney: Buck up, lazy HR!
HR personnel aren’t being held accountable in organizations, and perhaps this is what leads to their laidback behaviour.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/hard-knocks-buck-up-lazy-hr/

Freaking News: Much ado as Sen does a Katju
Ranjona Banerji reviews the content on news television and the morning papers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/much-ado-as-sen-does-a-katju/

Wednesday, 14 December 2011

Stories on 14th December

The sunset gets closer...
Just a little more than six months to go before the metros kick out analog as the Lok Sabha passed the Digitization Bill yesterday
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-sunset-gets-closer/

[PR Channel] Life after Niira Radia: PR needs good PR (and smart ideas)
The public relations business has been attracting plenty of foreign capital, but it needs smart ideas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/pr-channel-life-after-niira-radia-pr-needs-good-pr-and-smart-ideas/

Tim Roemer joins APCO Worldwide as senior VP
The former US ambassador to India is part of the teams providing strategic counsel to international companies and governments entering global markets and expanding overseas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/tim-roemer-joins-apco-worldwide-as-senior-vp/

Colors acquires rights to telecast Screen Awards
The awards, initiated in 1994, promise to be a grand celebration of the glory, success and grandeur of Indian cinema
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/colors-acquires-rights-to-telecast-screen-awards/

Fortune India brings out its top 500 ranking
It comes as no surprise that the list is dominated by the oil and gas sector, led by Indian Oil Corporation, Reliance Industries, and Bharat Petroleum Corporation
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/fortune-india-brings-out-its-top-500-ranking/

Big FM appoints Vivek Malhotra as head of marketing
Mr Malhotra will be responsible for developing the overall brand and communication strategy for the business and implementation rollout across the stations
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/big-fm-appoints-vivek-malhotra-as-head-of-marketing/

Gouri Dange: Surprise! The non-Simipering talk show
The host plays mediator at times, completely at ease with himself and his guests, and never harangues. Gouri Dange is very taken with Mr Eye Candy's show
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/naming-no-names-surprise-the-non-simipering-talk-show/

Anil Thakraney: The TV gas chamber
TV debates? Better spend the time watching a reality show. A porn star any day for me over a narcissistic, gassy TV anchor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hard-knocks-the-tv-gas-chamber/

It's the Effies tonight
The much-awaited Effie Awards will recognize the best and most effective advertising of the year
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/it%E2%80%99s-the-effies-tonight/

Leo Burnett bag two Young Guns bronzes
Young Guns 2011 announces the winners - India nets 3 bronze; 2 for Leo Burnett and 1 for Happy Creative.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/leo-burnett-bag-two-young-guns-bronzes/

Rannvijay, most popular non-fiction character among youth: Ormax Media
According to the November edition of Characters Youth Loves (CYL) - Rannvijay from MTV Roadies is the most popular character among the youth. Rannvijay was at the No 1 position in the last track as well, which was conducted during June-July this year.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/rannvijay-most-popular-non-fiction-character-among-youth-ormax-media/

The Anchor: 6 things to remember when hiring mid-levels in an agency
Anil Nair on 6 things to keep in mind when hiring at mid-level in an advertising agency
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-6-things-to-remember-when-hiring-mid-levels-in-an-agency/

Hindu on expansion (and consolidation) mode
MD K Balaji says the news stalwart has charted a growth plan to consolidate existing markets as well as tap into new markets for both The Hindu and Businessline
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/hindu-on-expansion-mode/