Stories on 18th Mar '15

How Coca-Cola has stayed relevant over 128 years
Venkatesh Kini, the cola giant's President for India & South West Asia, on the mantras to always be fresh in the minds of consumers
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/how-coca-cola-has-stayed-relevant-over-128-years/

Rediff bags creative duties of Tata Power
The integrated campaign to commemorate  100 years of Tata Power will be handled out of  Rediffusion Y&R' s Mumbai office
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/rediff-bags-creative-duties-of-tata-power/

Ravi Rao appointed Chief Client Officer, Mindshare MENA
Asserting his familiarity with the MENA market, Ravi was earlier a part of JWT Dubai and the Mindshare MENA team during its inception in 1999
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/ravi-rao-appointed-chief-client-officer-mindshare-mena/

Snapdeal ropes in Aamir Khan as brand ambassador
The endorsement fee for the actor is said to be in the range of Rs 15-20 crore, according to industry estimates
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/snapdeal-ropes-in-aamir-khan-as-brand-ambassador/

Ranjona Banerji: Stand-outs in the world of selfie-taking journos
One understands that journalists based in Delhi are under tremendous pressure, almost as much as bureaucrats are. But is this enough reason for the sort of sycophancy and cowardice some of these journalists display, asks Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/ranjona-banerji-stand-outs-in-the-world-of-selfie-taking-journos/

Sanjeev Kotnala: What's hot and not-so-bad at the Pattaya Adfest
As Sanjeev Kotnala takes off for the Adfest at Pattaya in Thailand, he lists some of the standout sessions he plans to attend
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/sanjeev-kotnala-whats-hot-and-not-so-bad-at-the-pataya-adfest/

Bajaj Discover takes element of fun further with new TVC
The new campaign titled 'Bajaj Discover Life Banaye Zing Zong' explores typical married relationships
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/bajaj-discover-takes-element-of-fun-further-with-new-zing-zong-tvc/

The Hindu affirms seriousness with 'Genuine News, Genuine Readers' proposition
The campaign, which The Hindu rolled out recently in Chennai, is supported by advertisements with simple, straightforward messages
http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/the-hindu-affirms-seriousness-with-genuine-news-genuine-readers-proposition/

Adfest announces speaker line-up
This year's program features some of the world's great creatives such as R/GA's Global Chief Creative Officer, Nick Law; AKQA's Chief Creative Officer Rei Inamoto; Design Army's Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer Pum Lefebure; and Hollywood actor/producer Paul J. Alessi

http://www.mxmindia.com/2015/03/adfest-announces-speaker-line-up/

Stories on 20th Oct 14

Despite e-frenzy, crowds throng malls, markets
Shoppers log out and step into local stores ahead of Diwali over the last weekend
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/despite-e-frenzy-crowds-throng-malls-markets/

Havas Media India wins integrated media duties of Assetz
The business is estimated at about Rs 15 crore and will be handled out of the Havas Media Bengaluru office
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/havas-media-india-wins-integrated-media-duties-of-assetz/

Ranjona Banerji: And the Election Commission website wins this election!
Is TV news in danger of becoming the security blanket for the fuddy-duddies while the rest are moving on to something else, asks Ranjona Banerji
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/ranjona-banerji-and-the-election-commission-website-wins-this-election/

Amith Prabhu: Politics is all about Public Reputation as it is in everyday life and more
Political Public Relations is part of the larger Reputation narrative that is playing out where a politician needs to be a good person, needs to do good work and then needs to communicate that work, writes Amith Prabhu
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/amith-prabhu-politics-is-all-about-public-reputation-as-it-is-in-everyday-life-and-more/

Ad Club invites Facebook's Mark D'Arcy to speak
The council provides Facebook with invaluable perspectives and ideas to better engage and educate the global creative community
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/ad-club-invites-facebooks-mark-darcy-to-speak/

Saffolalife shifts focus to heart problems faced by women
This film is an endeavour to inspire people to re-evaluate the need to "Protect her heart"
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/saffolalife-shifts-focus-to-heart-problems-faced-by-women/

Contract wins creative mandate of Portea Medical
The business will be handled out of the agency's Bangalore office
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/contract-wins-creative-mandate-of-portea-medical/

What Ticks for Indian Consumers/ Teen- Madan Sanglikar and Alok Sanwal
Continuing with our extracts from the second edition of the MxMIndia Annual, we present contributions by Madan Sanglikar and Alok Sanwal
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/what-ticks-for-indian-consumers-teen-madan-sanglikar-and-alok-sanwal/

Wills Lifestyle and Madison unveil 'Rock the Ramp'
These videos are shared on the Wills Lifestyle Vine page and Wills Lifestyle Facebook and Twitter pages
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/wills-lifestyle-and-madison-unveil-rock-the-ramp/

Culture Machine gets What's Trending to India
Through this alliance, Culture Machine will work closely with What's Trending to create content, featuring talents and brands across the Indian sub-continent
http://www.mxmindia.com/2014/10/culture-machine-gets-whats-trending-to-india/

Stories on 4th Dec '13

Slow and Steady in Year #1
Cyrus Mistry spent much of his first year as head of the Tata empire creating a fresh foundation and now plans to fix what isn't working
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/slow-and-steady-in-year-1/

A request from MxMIndia: Please go out and Vote!
It's Wednesday, December 4, 2013 and Polling Day in Delhi and Mizoram. If you really want to a clean administration and the right candidate to win, go out and Vote!
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/a-request-from-mxmindia-please-go-out-and-vote/

Pharma giant GSK's sign-on bonus demand leaves adland divided
GlaxoSmith-Kline's demand for sign-on bonus from advertising firms to do business with it seems to have divided the Indian advertising and marketing fraternity into two camps on the social media.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/pharma-giant-gsks-sign-on-bonus-demand-leaves-adland-divided/

40% preferred COD  in their online Diwali shopping: IAMAI
The IAMAI survey also indicated that Flipkart was the most frequented e-tailing site followed by ebay, Snapdeal and Jabong

http://www.mxmindia.com/2013/12/40-preferred-cod-in-their-online-diwali-shopping-iamai/

Stories on 16th Jan '13

For Adults Only... now in India!
Former Microsoft exec Samir Saraiya launches an e-store selling adult products. While there exists a gap, is the time right for the sexy stuff?
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39466

India TV and MxMIndia announce self-defence workshops in media agencies
India TV and MxMIndia announce self-defence workshops in media agencies so that women employees can be better equipped in case of an eventuality
 http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39495

Pradeep Dwivedi leaves Tata Group for Dainik Bhaskar
Pradeep Dwivedi has moved from Tata Teleservices to join Dainik Bhaskar Group as chief corporate sales and marketing officer, and will be based in Mumbai
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39449

India Today Group partners with Affle
The smart media company will use its newly launched network, Ripple, to power the publishing group's rich media and video advertising
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39447

Jaldi 5 with Alok Sanwal: There's much acceptance of i-next now
Alok Sanwal, the CEO and Editor at Jagran Prakashan Ltd, discusses the i-next journey and the way ahead
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39307

Front Page 2012: Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif Sexiest Celebrities of the Year
Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif emerge Sexiest Celebrities of 2012 as per results of Front Page 2012: A Media & Entertainment Review, the Ormax Media yearender
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39524

Bhaskar announces second edition of Mosaic
The coffee table book features the best print campaigns of around 70 brands created by 23 leading creative agencies in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39445

Integrated media approach to launch Bhartiya City
In a cluttered real estate market, Bengaluru's Bhartiya City had to be positioned to attract without overwhelming the customer
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39450

CNBC-TV18 launches series on VCs, angel investors
'India's Angels' starts on Jan 19 and will focus on the investor community which drives entrepreneurship in India
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39448

Gaana.com launches mobile apps
Times Internet (TIL) announced that it has developed mobile applications for its flagship online music portal, Gaana.com. Simultaneously, Gaana is now available as an application for Android, iOS, Blackberry and J2ME devices
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39446

Anil Thakraney: Gh***a Alag Chhe!
If the team desires a continued, healthy run of this Big Brother clone, they need to be very picky in their choice of housemates, writes Anil Thakraney
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39444

Anchor | One Big Idea by Prasoon Joshi: Idea creation needs a standardised compensation model
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39443

Anchor | One Big Idea by Anuj Gandhi: Cash accountability a must for digitization to be successful
http://www.mxmindia.com/?p=39442

Stories on 27th March

The New Boss Gets Set
Set to take charge in December 2012, Cyrus Mistry has carved his territory in the Tata Empire, completing a smooth induction
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/the-new-boss-gets-set/

Continuing the WorldSpace legacy @ Timbre
Timbre Media was formed in 2010 by the erstwhile employees of WorldSpace India, to continue its radio programming legacy. Co-founder and CEO M Sebastian speaks to MxMIndia about Timbre's plans.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/continuing-the-worldspace-legacy-timbre/

Kannadada Kotyadhipathi betters KBC in first week
KBC’s Tamil counterpart has declined, however, so it remains to be seen whether the Kannada offering will be able to retain its ratings.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/kannadada-kotyadhipathi-betters-kbc-in-first-week/

[PR Channel] Sports PR: A new wave of specialization
The key in sports PR is to strike the right balance between meeting media’s expectations of receiving quality material on the sport and sportspersons, and to ensure the corporate involvement is sustained, feels Neha Mathur Rastogi.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/pr-channel-sports-pr-a-new-wave-of-specialization/

Maruti Suzuki will not shut down car production at Gurgaon
The company will reduce the number of cars produced at the Gurgaon plant and make available space for expanding the engine manufacturing capacity, including a new diesel engine plant.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/maruti-suzuki-will-not-shut-down-car-production-at-gurgaon/

The Anchor: 6 must-have traits for entrepreneurs
Not everyone has the mental toughness required to face up the uncertainties and challenges of a start-up; Vijay Singh lists the traits that get one there.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/the-anchor-vijay-singh-on-6-must-have-traits-for-entrepreneurs/

Debrief: IPL: Chalta hai
There is a little humour, a little emotion, a little slice of life, but on the whole the campaign stays in the average zone.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/debrief-ipl-chalta-hai/

[MJR] In which Justice Katju tells it like it is. Again
In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on primetime news and in the papers.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/03/freaking-news-in-which-justice-katju-tells-it-like-it-is-again/

Stories on 3rd February

Better innings for IPL 5?
Last year's cricket World Cup impacted the IPL adversely, but advertisers are hopeful of a better showing this season.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/better-innings-for-ipl-5/


New campaign dares to highlight Mahindra SUV 'masculinity'
Interface creates a goes ahead and creates a slightly 'bold' campaign for Mahindra SUV.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/mahindra-campaign-dares-to-go-bold/


Amazon enters India via Junglee.com
Amazon will not sell or buy anything in the country for now. Instead, it will direct customers to both online and offline vendors listed on Junglee
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/amazon-makes-quiet-entry-into-indian-retail-market-via-comparison-shopping-site-junglee-com/


It's wait 'n watch for TOI-Matrubhoomi alliance
Some feel that a new trend might start with homes taking in three newspapers, with both Hindu and TOI having their share of readers.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/its-wait-and-watch-for-the-toi-matrubhoomi-alliance-in-kerala/


Gopal Vittal back @ Airtel
He will be incharge of the data and international businesses
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/gopal-vittal-back-airtel/


Tata group firms to launch common loyalty plan
AIMIA has started managing Taj Group's customer relationships and will soon include other consumer firms of the group to create a unified CRM programme
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/tata-group-firms-like-taj-hotels-croma-westside-to-launch-common-loyalty-plan-this-year/


'Industry resilient in times of turmoil'
Companies have realized that investing in PR campaigns and sending out the right messages is critical for business recovery after an economic downturn, says Nitin Mantri.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/pr-channnel-pr-industry-stands-resilient-in-times-of-turmoil/


Naukri.com launches job search apps for iPhone, Blackberry and Android devices and HTML5 site
These mobility solutions have specially been designed to bring the power of internet job search on mobile
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/naukri-com-launches-job-search-apps-for-iphone-blackberry-and-android-devices-and-html5-site/


Mudra Max OOH drives home HT's No TV Day message
To communicate the message of 'TV Off, Mumbai On', Mudra Max-OOH planned and executed an effective OOH media campaign for No TV Day, beginning January 13.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/mudra-max-ooh-drives-home-hts-no-tv-day-message/


STAR Plus the undisputed leader in 9 primetime slots
The channel delivered 306 GRPs this week, clearly underscoring its leadership position across channels and categories
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/star-plus-the-undisputed-leader-in-9-primetime-slots/


New twist to hair colour campaign
Creativeland's fresh approach for Godrej Expert puts the colour back into hair.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/new-twist-to-hair-colour-campaign/


The Anchor: 5 reasons why it's the best time to be in English movies
India's English speaking-population, urban and elsewhere, and the amendment to the Cable TV Networks (Regulation) Act make it a good time for an English movie channel, says Ajay Trigunayat.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/the-anchor-5-reasons-why-its-the-best-time-to-be-in-english-movies/


Anil Thakraney: Time for clean up the 2G scam
If the businessmen aren't going to learn anything from the nation's biggest, mind-numbing financial scam, they never will
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/02/hard-knocks-time-for-clean-up-the-2g-scam/

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

Stories on 18th January

Get set for the funny stuff with 'Comedy Central'
Viacom18's sixth channel hopes to achieve eyeballs with aggressive marketing and innovations.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/get-set-for-the-funny-stuff-with-comedy-central/

Nokia, Tata star in India's most trusted brands report
Nokia, TATA top; Anna pips Sachin, Salman and Amitabh as the most trusted personality.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/nokia-tata-star-in-indias-most-trusted-brands-report/

Case Study: Justeat.in's campaign to attract foodies
In an attempt to provide Delh iwith an opportunity to review their favourite restaurants, Justeat.in, in association with IFB, launched Restaurant Rumble.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/case-study-justeat-ins-campaign-to-attract-foodies/

NDTV Good Times' tie-up with Geo TV for Foodistan
The show will feature 16 chefs from India and Pakistan in a battle of culinary supremacy and will be broadcast in India and Pakistan.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/ndtv-good-times-tie-up-with-geo-tv-for-foodistan/

Clear Channel Mudra & Tata Housing celebrate Uttarayan
Clear Channel Mudra launches an innovative outdoor campaign for Tata Housing Development Company with the theme of Uttarayan.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/clear-channel-mudra-tata-housing-celebrate-uttarayan/

Newswatch: Sanjay Kapoor on Team Anna & the fast co
TV is an extremely expensive business and most news channels would not have gone overboard on Anna's campaign if there was no promise of gains - present or in the future. Who put up the money for the coverage, asks Sanjay Kapoor.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/newswatch-sanjay-kapoor-on-team-anna-and-the-fast-company/

Gouri Dange: A Random Harvest
Yawny soaps, tepid Hitchcock, but a riveting Javed Akhtar.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/gouri-dange-a-random-harvest/

Genesis Burson-Marsteller begins 2012 with multiple new account wins
The firm has bagged significant project clients such as TNT, Art Dubai and India Design Forum.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/genesis-burson-marsteller-begins-2012-with-multiple-new-account-wins/

Mollywood honours King Khan at Ujala-Asianet Film Awards
Superstars Mohan Lal and Mammootty also honoured the King Khan for his outstanding contributions to the Indian film industry.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/mollywood-honours-king-khan-at-ujala-asianet-film-awards/

The Anchor: Vipin Dhyani on the 5 films he wishes he had directed
A film should have a unique storyline or a powerful narrative or a moderate direction, or a mix bag of all, says Vipin Dhyani.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/the-anchor-vipin-dhyani-on-the-5-films-he-wishes-he-had-directed/

Anil Thakraney: How the marathon has become an an outdoor Page 3 bash
Why should we suffer because a few sods wanna have street fun, and are desperate for their 'athletic' frames to be featured on Page 3?.
http://www.mxmindia.com/2012/01/anil-thakraney-how-the-marathon-has-become-an-an-outdoor-page-3-bash/

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/

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

Stories on 1st November

Amid firecrackers, the papers are quieter

In Freaking News, Ranjona Banerji reviews the fare on nightly news and in the morning papers

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/happy-days-in-hyderabad/

Analysis: Will Omnicom upset the applecart?

Many youngsters in the agency have applauded Omnicom’s present move in Mudra, hoping that it would give the agency a fresh lease of life.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/will-omnicom-upset-the-applecart/

Rediffusion subcontracts Tata work to SBU with Edelman

Rediffusion and Edelman announce strategic alliance to form an SBU to service Tata group business

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/rediffusion-subcontracts-tata-work-to-sbu-with-edelman/

SAB eyeing ZEE’s ranking

SAB aims to beat ZEE in the next three months, launches Saturday Prime Time Entertainment.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/sab-eyeing-zee%E2%80%99s-ranking/

Omnicom moves to rule India with Mudra buy

From a base of Rs 10 lakh in 1983 to Rs 700 cr for an additional 41% stake to Omnicom, Mudra has done well for Reliance ADAG boss Anil Ambani

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/omnicom-moves-to-rule-india-with-mudra-buy/

Shika Mukerjee: Mamata dream sequence ends

Like a grand infatuation that is pursuing its natural course towards an inevitable end, the heady, halcyon days of the media’s romance with Mamata Banerjee as the harbinger of “change” or “parivartan” are coming to an end.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/mamata-dream-sequence-ends/

The Anchor: Hoshie Ghaswalla on 10 reasons why B2B media will thrive

B2B media is the most connected to both its key constituents – be it the reader or the advertiser / sponsor.a

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/the-anchor-10-reasons-b2b-media-will-thrive/

Debrief: A shining ad!

Micromax is notorious for over-the-top and often offensive advertising, so this commercial came as no surprise to me.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/debrief-a-shining-ad/

AdAsia opens in grand style

On October 31, 2011 AdAsia began in New Delhi in Grand style. The opening ceremony hosted 1200 delegates from over 25 countries.

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/adasia-opens-in-grand-style/

NCT Data Wk 43 '11

http://www.mxmindia.com/2011/11/nct-data-wk-43-11/