Top Advertising, Marketing and Media news headlines of today - Jan 6, 2026

The Kaizzen AI Collective brings together data-led and intelligence-driven capabilities as part of the consultancy’s broader public relations, digital, and public affairs portfolio. Read more...

The collaboration introduces the Consumer Prompt Insights Agent, designed to provide brands with deeper understanding of evolving search behaviour and intent signals in AI-driven search. Read more...

The redesigned brand identity illustrates the company’s evolution from project execution to comprehensive renewable energy solutions, emphasising responsibility, innovation and long-term impact. Read more...

With over a decade of experience, Nair has worked across brand, digital and product marketing, including leadership stints at Poco India, TI Cycles and global agencies. Read more...

Why Diljit Dosanjh’s influence extends far beyond music and cinema, shaping modern brand storytelling through credibility, cultural fluency and a deep connection with Gen Z audiences. Read more...

The public consultation on the proposed policy framework examining generative AI and copyright law has been extended by 30 days to allow wider stakeholder feedback. Read more...

COAI pointed out that the Terms of Reference for the tests were not shared with stakeholders before the evaluation began, raising concerns over transparency and procedural fairness. Read more...

Kaul was serving as Chief Executive Officer - Broadcast & Publishing at Network18 and Managing Director, A+E Networks | TV18. He had joined the group in May 2014. Read more...

Singh will oversee media, digital and investment strategies across the APAC region, building on his extensive experience in brand and category leadership. Read more...

Industry stalwarts, led by Harsh Mariwala, will evaluate CEOs for strategic direction, global expansion, M&A success, and long-term business performance. Read more...

The system allows advertisers, agencies and publishers to plan, execute and optimise campaigns autonomously, with early deployments showing faster decision-making. Read more...

The awards are expected to draw leading industrialists, including Mukesh Ambani, Noel Tata, N. Chandrasekaran, Kumar Mangalam Birla, Sunil Bharti Mittal and Sajjan Jindal. Read more...

NDTV said the revamp marks the start of NDTV Profit’s next phase with deeper analysis and a sharper editorial purpose. The channel has also introduced the tagline, “NDTV Profit. For Your Profit.”. Read more...

Walunj brings nearly 30 years of marketing and business growth experience across BFSI, FMCG and retail, with leadership roles in India and the Middle East. Read more...

Kapoor’s experience spans FMCG and D2C brands, with senior marketing leadership roles at Unilever and a recent transition from Bombay Shirt Company. Read more...

The new rules restrict junk food ad on television before 9 pm and ban paid online promotions, as the government moves to reduce children’s exposure to unhealthy food. Read more...

The new platform is designed to help brands improve planning decisions and build accountable strategies across consumer, content, channel and commerce. Read more...

BofA analysts argued that while the $13 billion all-stock deal for IPG offers clear advantages on paper, including a low acquisition price, significant cost-cutting opportunities, and funds for share repurchases, investors are underestimating key risks. Read more...

India is projected to reach 358 million SVOD subscriptions by 2030, even as monetisation remains far behind China and Japan. Read more...

In an exclusive interaction, Rao argues that data should inform decisions, not dictate them, and warns of “sameness” when algorithms become the sole decision-maker. Read more...

The decision follows BCCI directive to Kolkata Knight Riders and comes amid broader diplomatic and cricketing tensions between India and Bangladesh. Read more...

Automated campaign type uses Reddit Community Intelligence and AI to optimise targeting, creative, placements and budgets; early tests show lower CPA and higher conversions, Reddit says. Read more...

New experience adds visual answers with videos and real-time sports updates, Google Photos search and creative tools; rollout to start on select TCL devices and expand to other Google TV products in the coming months. Read more...

According to the study, 71% consumers value what people say about a brand over its ads; nearly half rank AI and influencers above advertising in shaping perceptions. Read more...

New internal app store codifies WPP’s proprietary data and best practices into AI agents; WPP Open has 75,000+ users and is used by clients, including Coca-Cola and Nestle. Read more...

New Fire TV experience claims 20–30% speed gains, lets users pin up to 20 apps; Ember Artline debuts as 4K QLED “art TV” with matte display, Ambient Experience and AI art recommendations. Read more...