Stories on 6th Apr '17

Goafest, again!
The three-day annual congregation of advertising, media and marketing professionals starts in Goa today
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101673

Dear MxM by Jaisurya Das: 5th 'P' in marketing - Paranoia - is missing in Arnab's rhetoric (+ Is HT Pune safe for employment?)
Senior mediaperson Jaisurya Das responds to questions from our readers and comments on affairs of the media like few others do
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101653

Pepsi unveils campaign celebrating global moments
Celebrates spontaneity by driving relevance with today's generation
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101651

Hakuhodo Percept appoints Sharad Mathur as SVP
Based out of Delhi, Mathur will be leading the Maruti Suzuki Relationship
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101650

Myntra launches campaign to promote the first season of 'Big Fashion Gig'
Launches TVCsto call attention to India's first ever online fashion event
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101652

Arun Viswanath appointed ECD at Percept/H
His core responsibilities include leading and fashioning agency’s key accounts creatively and adding new businesses to the agency portfolio
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101647

Godrej Yummiez propels its marketing initiatives through BTL activities
Brand Street India spearheads the dual purpose campaign
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101646

Liva's latest campaign starring Kangana Ranaut creates stir
The film has been conceptualised by Lowe Lintas and directed by Mikon Van Gastel
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101649

Idea Cellular extends partnership with Kings XI Punjab for the second year
Idea logo to feature on the back of the team jersey
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=101598

Stories on 16th Apr '15

10 Trends to look forward to in Sports Broadcasting
From a single sports country to a multi-sport one, India has seen a boom in telecast of sporting events. Jai Lala picks 10 trends
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/10-trends-to-look-forward-to-in-sports-broadcasting/

Colors acquire IIFA telecast rights from Star Plus
The 2015 edition of the IIFA Weekend and Awards will be aired on Colors. Star Plus aired the show for 10 consecutive years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/colors-acquire-iifa-telecast-rights-from-star-plus/

Tata Sky's an-ad-a-day approach casts its spell on the viewers
What was to be achieved was a behavioural shift, hence it went beyond the 30 sec format of advertising
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/tata-skys-an-ad-a-day-approach-casts-its-spell-on-the-viewers/

For Times Network, it will be 'Now or Nothing'
New brand philosophy of Now or Nothing creates urgency in approach
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/for-times-network-it-will-be-now-or-nothing/

Dulux Velvet redefines wall decoration with new campaign
New TVC features Brand Ambassador Farhan Akhtar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/dulux-velvet-redefines-wall-decoration-with-new-campaign/

DDB MudraMax executes noteworthy campaign for Lenskart & EBAI
Marking the one-year anniversary, Lenskart and the Transgender and Transsexual community, gathered at Jantar Mantar and pledged their eyes, en masse
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/ddb-mudramax-executes-noteworthy-campaign-for-lenskart-ebai/

Alia Bhatt endorses new collection for Caprese
The campaign launches the chic 2015 Spring Summer collection
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/alia-bhatt-endorses-new-collection-for-caprese/

7UP hinges on 'Body ka Top UP' proposition in new TVC
The objective is to educate consumers and create a new category of products starting from 7UP Revive

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/04/7up-hinges-on-body-ka-top-up-proposition-in-new-tvc/

Stories on 12th Nov 14

Now & then: Here's how contemporary consumers behaved a decade ago
Devendra Chawla, CEO, Food Bazaar, chronicles the many shifts in consumer behaviour and attitude over the last decade.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/now-then-heres-how-contemporary-consumers-behaved-a-decade-ago/

Sanjeev Kotnala: Newspapers: Wanted One Good Reason...
The threat from  the global digital wave and mobile screens to print is more real than ever before, writes Sanjeev Kotnala in his curtain-raiser to the INMA South Asia Conference.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/sanjeev-kotnala-newspapers-wanted-one-good-reason/

Ad Club's Media Review sets its date with members
This year the event will have three experts presenting for 30 minutes each followed by a QnA session with the audience.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/ad-clubs-media-review-sets-its-date-with-members/

Vdopia unveils Chocolate, a scalable mobile video programmatic marketplace
The programme is built from the ground up solely for mobile video advertising.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/vdopia-unveils-chocolate-a-scalable-mobile-video-programmatic-marketplace/

Ruchi Soya unveils new TVC for Mahakosh
The new Mahakosh TVC with its brand ambassador Madhuri Dixit highlights the necessity of being fit.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/ruchi-soya-unveils-new-tvc-for-mahakosh/

What Ticks for Indian Consumers/ Women - Dhunji Wadia
Continuing with our extracts from the second edition of the MxMIndia Annual, we present contributions by Dhunji Wadia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/what-ticks-for-indian-consumers-women-dhunji-wadia/

Stories on 21st Oct 14

Leaning into change: Lindsay Pattison
As she gets into the shoes of Global CEO at the GroupM agency Maxus, we catch her for a quick Q&A
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/leaning-into-change-lindsay-pattison/

PepsiCo India's 7-plus-min #GharWaliDiwali film brings joy, sobs
The heart-warming film has directed by Vikramaditya Motwane of Udaan fame and features National Awardwinning actress Geetanjali Thapa
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/pepsico-indias-7-plus-min-gharwalidiwali-film-brings-joy-sobs/

TEDxGateway conf in Mumbai on November 2
The fifth edition of TEDxGateway in Mumbai will happen in Mumbai on November 2. Read more
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/tedxgateway-conf-in-mumbai-on-november-2/

This Diwali, Godrej crafts a plan to hit cockroaches
Lowe Lintas's sequel campaign for Hit Anti Roach Gel urges consumers to 'Just count to 20'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/this-diwali-godrej-crafts-a-plan-to-hit-cockroaches/

What Ticks for Indian Consumers/ Men - Rajat Sharma and Harish Shriyan
Continuing with our extracts from the second edition of the MxMIndia Annual, we present contributions by Rajat Sharma and Harish Shriyan
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/what-ticks-for-indian-consumers-men-rajat-sharma-and-harish-shriyan/

Stories on 12th Jun 14

Power points to target & track youth
Tips for marketers from Pepsico India CEO D Shivakumar and a checklist from Harish Bijoor on tracking the youth brigade
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/power-points-to-target-track-youth/

@ Kyoorius awards tonight: drinks thru event, drivers will be served dinner, Merus fm 10.30pm onwards. And many awards
It's the lesser details and the D&AD backed jury process which will make the difference
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/kyoorius-awards-tonight-drinks-thru-event-drivers-will-be-served-dinner-merus-fm-10-30pm-onwards-and-many-awards/

Ignitee unveils Social IQ
Integrated businessframework to deliver 25 end-to-end social use cases
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/ignitee-unveils-social-iq/

Anchor appoints DDB MudraMax for Dealers Meet in Australia
An agency pitch was undertaken on 30th April 2014, and saw participation from two other leading event management agencies VIZ. GPJ & Team Rustic
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/anchor-appoints-ddb-mudramax-for-dealers-meet-in-australia/

Interface creates a new digital campaign for Oreo
The digital driven IMC took off depicting how Oreo Cookie and Orange Creme are #OreoBesties, two flavors that blend together
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/interface-creates-a-new-digital-campaign-for-oreo/

LinkedIn hosts Finance Connect in India
The event allowed a selective group of marketing leaders from the financial sector to understand the growing impact of social media and content marketing on their business

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/06/linkedin-hosts-finance-connect-in-india/

Stories on 25th Apr '14

Oh, yes, but kabhi?
Is a cautious PepsiCo going slow on India and CSK skipper MS Dhoni in IPL ads?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/oh-yes-but-kabhi/

Shailesh Kapoor: Modi Ads: How much is too much?
Narendra Modi is omnipresent on television these days, barring the kids genre. If media planners had any theories on how many exposures you need to build reach or effectiveness, you can throw those theories out of the window, writes Shailesh Kapoor
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/shailesh-kapoor-modi-ads-how-much-is-too-much/

Ranjona Banerji: Rumours UnLtd on news channel top jobs
Changes at the top are forecast at CNN-IBN, Times Now, NDTV, Indian Express, India Today after the elections, learns Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/ranjona-banerji-rumours-unltd-on-news-channel-top-jobs/

Jhunjhunwala appointed COO at BBC Global News
Naveen Jhunjhunwala replaces Preet Dhupar to the top role
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/jhunjhunwala-appointed-coo-at-bbc-global-news/

Carl Lewis appointed ambassador for TCS World 10K Bangalore 2014
Running enthusiasts across the country will benefit immensely through the luminary's advice, encouragement, and presence during the run
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/carl-lewis-appointed-ambassador-for-tcs-world-10k-bangalore-2014/

Razorfish hires Vik Kathuria as Global Chief Media Officer
Kathuria will report to Pete Stein, Razorfish's Global CEO
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/razorfish-hires-vik-kathuria-as-global-chief-media-officer/

Ranveer to preach #DoTheRex theme for Durex
Durex's new campaign reinforces the brand's belief that 'great sex moves you'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/ranveer-to-preach-dotherex-theme-for-durex/

Reebok unveils inspirational #LiveWithFire ad campaign
The ad features MS Dhoni, Nargis Fakhri and John Abraham in a never-before-seen avatar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/reebok-unveils-inspirational-livewithfire-ad-campaign/

Galaxy S5 campaign takes a holistic approach to empower people
The campaign is about how the Galaxy S5 enables our consumers to stay connected in their own way to focus on what matters most to them
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/galaxy-s5-campaign-takes-a-holistic-approach-to-empower-people/

DDB MudraMax installs hoardings with pledge-meters for RED FM
RED FM has been running a mega election awareness campaign- Dabaa Ke Bajaa!, and the same will continue through the entire duration of elections, to reach out to the masses

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/04/ddb-mudramax-installs-hoardings-with-pledge-meters-for-red-fm/

Stories on 4th Mar'14

L'Oreal long leap
Research & Innovation are an integral part of L'Oreal’s strategy to grow in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/loreal-long-leap/

Bihar mein No 1 radio station kaunbaa? Aapan Hindustan Unilever ke 'Kan Khajura Tesan'
Hindustan Unilever runs Bihar's most popular radio on mobile phones... in fact the FMCG major has stopped advertising on traditional radio in the state
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/bihar-mein-no-1-radio-station-kaunbaa-aapan-hindustan-unilever-ke-kan-khajura-tesan/

The Times of India group has 7 of 15 Indian finalists at INMA Awards 2014
The Times of India led all companies with seven finalist entries, followed by The New York Times and South China Morning Post with five each
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/the-times-of-india-group-has-7-of-15-indian-finalists-at-inma-awards-2014/

Unlike @SrBachchan, Shah Rukh says he will not deride brands he's endorsed
... and King Khan Shah says that being a professional actor, he sees no issues with endorsing competing brands at different times
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/unlike-srbachchan-shah-rukh-says-he-will-not-deride-brands-hes-endorsed/

Research offers insights on challenges faced by women at work
The research highlighted reviews of about 1000 women from across the country on the current work scenario in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/research-offers-insights-on-challenges-faced-by-women-at-work/

Ranjona Banerji: Endless political coverage on TV can be tedious
Rather than reporting on the news and commenting on outcomes, our TV news channels have opted for a paparazzi predatory mode
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/ranjona-banerji-endless-political-coverage-on-tv-can-be-tedious/

Max Life unveils campaign that extends brand promise further
Max Life launches three new TVC's highlighting its commitment to superior post sales service and quality of advice
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/max-life-unveils-campaign-that-extends-brand-promise-further/

BIG Cinemas opts for washroom advertising for i-Sure
17 BIG Cinemas properties across the country will showcase branding for i-Sure, a single step ovulation detection kit in the ladies' washrooms
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/big-cinemas-opts-for-washroom-advertising-for-i-sure/

CEO's Got Talent gets 3-member jury panel onboard
Raj Nayak, CEO, Colors, celebrated director-producer Mahesh Bhatt and actor Raveena Tandon are set to be part of the jury panel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/ceos-got-talent-gets-3-member-jury-panel-onboard/

IAMAI report shows spurt in internet users across verticals
According to the data captured from major e-tailing sites in the monthly tracker, online visit to branded apparels and designer label segments showed a rise of 113 percent and 41 percent respectively

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/03/iamai-report-shows-spurt-in-internet-users-across-verticals/

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 4th Feb '14

10 years of being much-liked
Social networking site Facebook celebrates a decade of existence today. A graphical look at its journey and vital stats
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/10-years-of-being-much-liked/

Yeh clients maange more. PR agency honchos say in third edition of MSLGroup's annual report
MSLGroup has released the third edition of its annual PR industry report. Titled 'Public Relations in India: The Impact of the Economic Downturn and the 2014 Outlook'
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/yeh-clients-maange-more-pr-agency-honchos-say-in-third-edition-of-mslgroups-annual-report/

Jaldi 5 with Nitin Chaudhry, HT Media: More than just media sponsorship of the Kala Ghoda Festival
A quick Q&A with the Business Head - West of HT Media on the newspaper group’s association with the Kala Gho
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/jaldi-with-nitin-chaudhry-ht-media-more-than-just-media-sponsorship-of-the-kala-ghoda-festival/


Mumbai leg of IAA Retrospect & Prospects with D Shivakumar on Feb 12
The PepsiCo India Chairman and CEO will present a 60-minute review of the highs and lows in media, advertising and marketing in 2013 and a forecast of what will happen in 2014
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/mumbai-leg-of-iaa-retrospect-prospects-with-d-shivakumar-on-feb-12/

SapientNitro is Lycra's global AOR
Invista names SapientNitro global advertising Agency of Record for its Lycra brand
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/sapientnitro-is-lycras-global-aor/

Helios Media forays on to digital with SanjeevKapoorKhazana
The firm has expanded its services to monetize the YouTube channel - SanjeevKapoorKhazana
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/helios-media-forays-on-to-digital-with-sanjeevkapoorkhazana/

Ranjona Banerji: News media and its political leanings
Since the Indian media does not openly align with political parties or movements, confusion is easy and suspicions even easier, writes Ranjona Banerji

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/02/ranjona-banerji-news-media-and-its-political-leanings/

Stories on 31st Jan '14

Independent or align with a global network?
Given L&K's stake sale to Publicis, Sajan Raj Kurup (Creativeland) and Santosh Padhi (Taproot) talk on independent creative agencies aligning with big networks
 http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/independent-or-align-with-a-global-network/

For Amitabh Bachchan, endorsing Pepsi is not the right choice!
The megastar told IIM-A students that he had stopped endorsing Pepsi after Jaipur girl called it 'poison'
 http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/for-amitabh-bachchan-endorsing-pepsi-is-not-the-right-choice/

#1 daily Dainik Jagran damns IRS on its Page 1
Dainik Jagran went a step further and said the AC Nielsen's claim of scientific method of surveying is 'khokhla'
 http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/1-daily-dainik-jagran-damns-irs-on-its-page-1/

Shailesh Kapoor: Rahul Gandhi and We, the Interview-Starved Nation
When you have nothing specific to say, Arnab Goswami is the last person you want around you, writes Shailesh Kapoor on the Rahul Gandhi interview on Times Now which "dominated the news landscape this week"
 http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/shailesh-kapoor-rahul-gandhi-and-we-the-interview-starved-nation/

Ranjona Banerji: Disappointing and limited political coverage by Eng media
The collusion between political parties and Delhi's journalists is nothing new and we see it in our newspapers and on our TV screens everyday, writes Ranjona Banerji
 http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/ranjona-banerji-disappointing-and-limited-political-coverage-by-eng-media/

Abhijit Avasthi: As of today, Ogilvy not participating in Abby. But if Ad Club accepts its demands, it could...
A chat with with the Ogilvy & Mather National Creative Director revealed the agency is still awaiting the Abby organizers response to its demands
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/abhijit-avasthi-as-of-today-ogilvy-not-participating-in-abby-but-if-ad-club-accepts-its-demands-it-could/

Colors back at #2 as Life OK biggest gainer in Week 4
Star Plus was at 606 (previous week 626), Colors at 449 (467), Zee at 441 (471), Life OK 375 (347), Sab 323 (318) and Sony was at 254 (258)
 http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/colors-back-at-2-as-life-ok-biggest-gainer-in-week-4/

Videcon claims 10mn d2h connections
Late entrant Videocon’s DTH service celebrates 10 million connections in four years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/01/videcon-claims-10mn-d2h-connections/

Stories on 26th Mar'13

Master marketer AK is Godrej's new mascot
Moving away from product-specific brand ambassadors, Godrej has roped in Aamir Khan to endorse its overall brand image. How well will this work?
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44494


IBF asks for withdrawl of TRAI notification on ad duration
IBF has called for withdrawal of the notification and re-initiation of a participatory dialogue that helps make self-regulation of advertising minuteage in line with global standards a reality
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44537

Peter Mukerjea's Media Mullings: Less is More!
The economics of the broadcast business would not hold up for very long anywhere if there was 'unlimited inventory' in any market and this is one of the reasons the economics of the broadcasting industry in India is so weak
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44488

Pepsi bags exclusive pouring rights with 8 teams at IPL
PepsiCo India has announced its association with eight out of nine Pepsi-IPL teams as the 'Exclusive Pouring Partner' for the upcoming IPL 2013
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44500

MEC India wins Dixcy Scott media duties
MEC India has been awarded the media duties for innerwear brand Dixcy Scott. after a multi-agency pitch
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44492

Viacom18 Motion Pictures enters regional cinema space
Reaching out to audiences across markets, the studio plans to launch new movies in five languages
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44501

Mediaah! Should Ford sack JWT India for ad mishandling? + Cut the Katju!
The Indian bosses at Ford and JWT may have tendered their apologies, but is that enough? Not everyone thinks that justice has been done. Meanwhile, what about our own Markandey Katju? Time to send him packing?
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44502

Ranjona Banerji: Katju's heart is beating for the wrong reasons!
The Press Council chief needs to listen to journalists from across the country rather than limit to a few influence-pushers in Delhi, writes Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44503

Debrief: Hero Pleasure:  Mindless celeb advertising
You have to be crazy to even imagine that the multi billionaire Ms Chopra would ride a lowly scooter. I know her job in an ad is to look pretty and get the eyeballs, but shouldn't these guys pay at least a modicum of attention to credibility?
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44491


VML Qais wins digital duties of HealthFore, division of Religare Technologies
VML Qais, the Indian arm of Cannes Lion-winning network VML, has won all the digital duties for Religare Technologies' Healthcare IT service offering, HealthFore
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44490

Dainik Bhaskar to launch Mosaic 2012 'Best in Print'
Bigger than its previous edition, Mosaic 2012 features 121 print campaigns across 105 brands from 31 top agencies
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44493

Xpress Money appoints Gozoop as its digital media agency
Money transfer brand Xpress Money has appointed digital marketing agency Gozoop Online to augment its social media presence
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44489

ANCHOR | One Big Idea by Colin Lawrence
Thirst for info in an age of changing geo-pol coords

http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=44484

Stories on 21st Feb '13

Ogilvy's Sabnavis: 'The basics don't change'
It's a familiar litany - talent is still the biggest challenge. But much else is different for Ogilvy and Madhukar Sabnavis, as MxMIndia finds out
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42023

Pepsi plans Rs 150-cr IPL splash to take on Coca-Cola
It's a revival of cola wars as PepsiCo plans Rs 150-crore IPL splash to take on Coca-Cola
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42050

Paritosh Joshi: When is a TV no longer a TV?
With his 'Smart TV' turning smart thanks to internet connectivity, Paritosh Joshi discovers a whole new world of television
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42034

Media biggies in Odisha tomorrow for M&E conclave
The one-day conference, to be attended by the stalwarts of media industry, will be organised by Odiya daily Sambad
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42021

Leo Burnett creates TVC for Samsung Galaxy Grand
The TVC will be aired across Hindi and English entertainment and movie channels
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42018

DeBrief: Quikr.com: Madness pays
Much-needed outrageous advertising will quickly get Quikr.com into the consumer mindspace, writes Anil Thakraney
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42033

Elephant refreshes Lacto Calamine
Elephant Strategy + Design refreshed Piramal Healthcare’s Lacto Calamine which has a 25-year history and equity as a trusted skincare solution
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42079

Vh1 India and Hungama launch app for Facebook
Powered by Hungama.com, Vh1 Pulse is a music streaming application on Facebook which will enable fans to listen to Vh1's picks of international music
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42022

One97 expands board; appoints CFO
Raj Ahuja from Star India joins as the CFO, and Vivek Gour, CEO Air Works, joins the board
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42020

ANCHOR | One Big Idea by Agnello Dias
Uniform fee structure is the need of the hour
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42019

ANCHOR | One Big Idea by Zafar Rais
Choosing the right platform  for optimum outreach
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=42017