Stories on 10th Nov 14

Up, Close & Personal with Abhijit 'Kinu' Avasthi
As he quits Ogilvy India as NCD, he talks to us about his journey thus far, not calling Piyush by name and his relationship with Rajiv Rao
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/up-close-personal-with-abhijit-kinu-avasthi/

Flipkart set to raise $1.5 billion in another round of mega fund-raising
India's largest online retailer, Flipkart, could begin another round of mega fund-raising as it expands its product range catering to a widening base of customers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/flipkart-set-to-raise-1-5-billion-in-another-round-of-mega-fund-raising/

Sanchit Sanga promoted to Head of Digital Services, APAC at Mindshare
Sanchit takes on the role after two years as Digital leader for South Asia & South East Asia
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/sanchit-sanga-promoted-to-head-of-digital-services-apac-at-mindshare/

Stratagem Media announces 2-day training for ad sales and media/mktng pros
A quick chat with Stratagem Media founder and director Sundeep Nagpal on the fifth edition of the Media Rhythm training programme scheduled for November 28 and 29 in Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/stratagem-media-announces-2-day-training-for-ad-sales-and-mediamktng-pros/

Facebook scales up missed call ad biz with VivaConnect
To scale-up its reach over mobile devices Facebook has partnered with VivaConnect for its missed call platform
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/facebook-partners-with-vivaconnect-to-scale-up-missed-call-ad-unit-business/

GroupM's Grand Diwali Mela draws huge response
The number of visits on the virtual mela as well as time spent surpasses any offline brand activation initiative organised during the festival in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/groupms-grand-diwali-mela-draws-huge-response/

Amith Prabhu: Media relationships will get increasingly complex in a cluttered world
As media relations gets trickier each day a system needs to be in place for the way journalists and PR professions interact with each other, writes Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/amith-prabhu-media-relationships-will-get-increasingly-complex-in-a-cluttered-world/

What Ticks for Indian Consumers/ Women - Neville Taraporewalla and Sanjay Thapar
Continuing with our extracts from the second edition of the MxMIndia Annual, we present contributions by Prathap Suthan and Gautam Talwar and Kavita Kailas
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/what-ticks-for-indian-consumers-women-neville-taraporewalla-and-sanjay-thapar/

Sonal Khanduja joins Times TV as VP - Programming, Eng Ent Cluster
Based in Mumbai, she will lead the Content Team and will report directly to the Cluster Head, Vivek Srivastava
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/sonal-khanduja-joins-times-tv-as-vp-programming-eng-ent-cluster/

Zivame.com to host its first Hackathon
Candidates can either participate individually or as a two-member team

http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/11/zivame-com-to-host-its-first-hackathon/

Stories on 1st Oct '12

What makes Zee such a force to reckon with
Pradyuman Maheshwari critiques the Zee journey over the last 20 years and a quick chat with Managing Director and CEO Punit Goenka
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/what-makes-zee-such-a-force-to-reckon-with/

Jaldi 5 with Ashok Kurien: Zee changed the Indian consumer forever!
Zee moved fast and was always the first, says Ashok Kurien who backed Subhash Chandra's dream to set up Zee and continues to be on ZEEL's Board of Directors
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/jaldi-5-with-ashok-kurien-zee-changed-the-indian-consumer-forever/

From 'Okara Dukaan' to Zee... the complete story
The official chronicles of how 'Okara Dukaan' in Punjab (now in Pakistan) led to the setting up of the Essel group and finally Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/from-okara-dukaan-to-zee-the-complete-story/

Uday Shankar: 'Zee is a treasured peer'
The success of Zee is a testimony to the remarkable vision and entrepreneurship of Subhash Chandra, says Uday Shankar
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/uday-shankar-zee-is-a-treasured-peer/

Zee@20 | Rajdeep Sardesai: In 1992, no one believed a 24-hr channel was possible
Rajdeep Sardesai looks back to when Zee first made waves, his Page 1 story on the channel in The Times of India and the scepticism that greeted the news of the 24-hour channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/zee20-rajdeep-sardesai-in-1992-no-one-believed-a-24-hr-channel-was-possible/

Zee@20: At the helm of the vision
As India's first satellite television channel turns 20 on Oct 2, MxMIndia spoke to former honchos about their experiences with Zee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/zee20-at-the-helm-of-the-vision/

Zee@20 | Sundeep Nagpal: What a score!!!
Stratagem Media founder-director Sundeep Nagpal recalls working on a pitch for Subhash Chandra and Ashok Kurien to Star TV for a tie-up and is happy to see the Zee bandwagon rolling on after 20 years
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/zee20-sundeep-nagpal-what-a-score/

Zee@20: Producers raise a toast to team spirit
As India's first satellite television channel turns 20 on Oct 2, MxMIndia spoke to some of the current producers about their association with the channel
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/zee20-producers-raise-a-toast-to-team-spirit/

MxM Buzzer # 11 | Quiz on 20 years of Zee
Presenting the 11th edition of MxM Buzzer where the focus is on 20 years of Zee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/mxm-buzzer-11-quiz-on-20-years-of-zee/

Spectrum fee waived for community radio
The Ministry of Communications & IT has decided to waive the spectrum fee for Community Radio Services (CRS). This follows requests received from National Advisory Council, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and the Community Radio Association
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/spectrum-fee-waived-for-community-radio/

The Anchor: 10 all-time favourite 'faces' of Zee TV
A N Chorrea picks the 10 stars that made Zee TV a happening channel over the last two decades
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/the-anchor-10-all-time-favourite-faces-of-zee-tv/

Man Jit Singh is IBF Prez, 3 VPs appointed
Sunil Lulla of Times TV Network, Rajat Sharma of India TV and Punit Goenka of Zee News were appointed as Vice Presidents
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/man-jit-singh-is-ibf-prez-3-vps-appointed/

Honchos win top honours at Forbes India Leadership Awards 2012
Big names in Indian business make it an evening to remember at the Forbes India Leadership Awards 2012
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/honchos-win-top-honours-at-forbes-india-leadership-awards-2012/

Alok Agrawal replaces Barun Das as Zee News chief
Zee News Limited (ZNL) has announced that its CEO Barun Das has decided  to move on after a successful 5-year stint, and is being replaced by Alok Agrawal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/alok-agrawal-replaces-barun-das-as-zee-news-chief/

Vizeum bags OML Entertainment's media AOR
Vizeum has announced their appointment as the media AoR for OML Entertainment Pvt Ltd - a music, live events and youth media company in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/vizeum-bags-oml-entertainments-media-aor/

4 national MSOs announce digital cable TV rates
Four National-level Multi System Operators (MSOs), DEN, Digi Cable, Hathway and WWIL, have announced rates for consumer packages for digital cable
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/4-national-msos-announce-digital-cable-tv-rates/

73% digitization target achieved; Ambika Soni meets Delhi CM
The Chief Minister of NCT of Delhi assured the Minister of Information and Broadcasting of the Delhi government's full support for the digitization exercise
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/73-digitization-target-achieved-ambika-soni-meets-delhi-cm/

Star Plus involves viewers in marketing innovation
Soap characters Maanvi and Viraat are set to tie the knot this month, and viewers stand a chance to participate
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/star-plus-involves-viewers-in-marketing-innovation/

Bhaskar Das retires from BCCL
{on MxM on Friday} After having begun the journey with BCCL in 1980 as Management Trainee, Bhaskar Das retires as President and Principal Secretary to the Managing Director


Anil Thakraney: Bigg Boss ka Bigg Gamble
Entertainment television in India is escapist, much like Bollywood films, therefore over-the-top masala is very important. And what's a desi reality show minus some known names?
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/anil-thakraney-bigg-boss-ka-bigg-gamble/

Ranjona Banerji: Conjecture and conjuring on cricket
Ranjona Banerji tracks the world of news on television, the newspapers, the internet and the social media
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/10/ranjona-banerji-conjecture-and-conjuring-on-cricket/

Stories on 10th Sep '12

One Year & Counting: MxM@1
As we celebrate our first anniversary, our resolve to offer a credible and honest source of information stays. Many thanks to all those who've helped us reach thus far, writes Pradyuman Maheshwari
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=30745

First Person Team accounts on The Year That Was by
Alok Kapuria, Tuhina Anand, Vidya Heble, Johnson Napier, Shruti Pushkarna, Ananya Saha, Meghna Sharma, Akash Raha, Robin Thomas, Shubhangi Mehta, Insiyah Rangwala, Rafiq Barak & Kishor Kate
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=30670

By Invitation: Peter Mukerjea, Jaisurya Das, Sundeep Nagpal, Deepa Gahlot, Paritosh Joshi, Shailesh Kapoor & Sorbojeet Chatterjee
Our galaxy of weekly and other regular columnists and contributors to write and/or reminisce
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=30695

Anil Thakraney: Behind the interview
When you know a person for such a long period of time, it becomes a friendly banter, rather than a killer interview
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=30706

Ranjona Banerji: End to innocence
Now, I'm top of the pops when it comes to TV news. I watch it all day. I watch it all night. I can tell from a lift of an eyebrow or the curl of a lip if an anchor is going to mess it up or burst into bombast
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=30707

The Anchor: Ajay Kakar on 10 reasons why the Ad & Marketing world needs independent publications like MxMIndia
Taareef karun kya uski, jisne tumhein banaaya... Ajay Kakar on 10 reasons why A&M needs independents like MxMIndia
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=30705

Stories on 11th May

Marketers may hay in Rural India
Bharat is keeping pace with India as consumption of fast moving consumer goods and durables rises in rural markets.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/marketers-may-hay-in-rural-india/

Ogilvy CEO Miles Young to be new chairman
Long time Ogilvy & Mather Chairman Shelly Lazarus decides to step down and move into the role of chairman emeritus.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/ogilvy-ceo-miles-young-to-be-new-chairman/

Bindass to host 'Generation Einstein' on May 14; book release and CMO discussion
Mission Bush Fire' is an employee-led market execution and customer interaction exercise to get the home & personal care giant to connect with the market place.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/bindass-to-host-generation-einstein-on-may-14/

Lokmat aiming for, and racing towards growth
Lokmat Media Ltd has renamed its advertisement and circulation departments as AIM and RACE.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/lokmat-aiming-for-and-racing-towards-growth/

Differentiation & Innovation key to success, says Harshad Jain
The Business Head - Radio and Entertainment, HT Media Ltd speaks about on the consistency of his station's leadership status in Delhi, Phase III plans, radio play Gandhi and more.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/harshad-jain-fever-fm-interview/

By Invitation: Sundeep Nagpal | Will Satyamev Jayate work for advertisers?
The Aamir Khan mega-show is not about ratings alone - it's about an opportunity to build brand equity, which can be invaluable.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/by-invitation-sundeep-nagpal-will-satyamev-jayate-work-for-advertisers/

BIG RTL Thrill gears for launch and unveils logo
Logo unveils across Reliance Broadcast Network’s television bouquet on May 10.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/big-rtl-thrill-gears-for-launch-and-unveils-logo/

Dutch retailer Spar to end ties with Max
The two decided to part ways in India by the end of this year after they developed differences over expansion strategy.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/dutch-retailer-spar-to-end-ties-with-max/

Divya Bhaskar celebrates spirit of Gujarat enterprise with 'Young Turks'
Young Turks showcases 24 young entrepreneurs who have made a mark in the society with their innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/divya-bhaskar-releases-young-turks/

The Anchor: Raman Kalra on 5 reasons how tech is going to drive media and entertainment
With consumers of all ages embracing digital, the threat to traditional media is real, says Raman Kalra.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/the-anchor-raman-kalra-on-5-reasons-how-tech-is-going-to-drive-media-and-entertainment/

Anil Thakraney: Aamir, hope this isn't social tourism
Aamir scores far higher on parameters of good journalism. He's anchoring the show the way it should be anchored on the news channels.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/05/anil-thakraney-aamir-hope-this-isnt-social-tourism/

(MJR) Holier than thou Hindu takes on the Times
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/2012/05/mjr-holier-than-thou-hindu-takes-on-the-times/

Stories on 6th December

Mid-Day shuts Delhi & Bengaluru editions, to focus on Mumbai
Jagran Prakashan chose closure of non-performing centres to up spends on its flagship edition
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mid-day-shuts-delhi-bluru-editions-to-focus-on-mumbai/

Magnaglobal predicts 15% ad growth in India
Magnaglobal Media Owners Advertising Revenue Forecast to grow 15 per cent in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/magnaglobal-predicts-15-ad-growth-in-india/

The Anchor: Lara Balsara's 5 reasons media agencies should attract talent from outside
The advantages of thinking outside the media box.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/the-anchor-lara-balsaras-5-reasons-media-agencies-should-attract-talent-from-outside/

Move to promote South Indian film industry globally
IIFA puts the spotlight on the South Indian film industry to make itself heard and seen on a wider stage.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/move-to-promote-south-indian-film-industry-globally/

Nature Valley ties up with Aircel Chennai Open
Snack bar manufacturer Nature Valley has announced that it has come on board as the official “Healthy Snack Partner” for the Aircel Chennai Open 2012. The 17th edition of India’s only and south Asia’s leading ATP World Tour event will be held from January 2 to 8, 2012.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/nature-valley-ties-up-with-aircel-chennai-open/

Debrief: Rusky business
The humour is weak and the novelty value of a rusk biscuit, the 'crunchy and juicy' promise, gets lost somewhere in, well, outer space.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/debrief-rusky-business/

ET summit to focus on solutions for poor
The theme of the third edition of the ET Financial Inclusion Summit, being held on December 7, is 'Customer-Centric Finance: Steps toward Sustainable Solutions for the Poor'.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/et-summit-to-focus-on-solutions-for-poor/

RAMcheck: Media agencies on new FM listenership numbers
Is FM radio losing out? Media agencies have their say.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/ramcheck-media-agencies-on-fm-listenership/

UTV Movies India to launch in UK
UTV Movies India, premiering on the Sky platform, launches on December 12 in the UK.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/utv-movies-india-to-launch-in-uk/

Citing profitability, Mid-Day bids 'ta ta' to Delhi & Bengaluru editions; to concentrate on Mumbai
Mid-Day is shutting its Bengaluru and Delhi editions with effect from December 6
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mid-day-bids-ta-ta-to-delhi-and-bengaluru-editions-to-concentrate-on-mumbai/

NCT Data Wk 48 '11
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/nct-data-wk-48-11/

Mid-Day Delhi & Bengaluru closure a shame
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji finds there's confusion everywhere... in the papers and the news channels
http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/12/mid-day-del-blr-closure-a-shame/