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  • Nov 18, 2025 18:49 IST

    Bobby Parikh joins HUL as Independent Director

    He is a strategic advisor to many large corporations and holds directorships in, among others, Infosys, Biocon and Indostar Capital. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 18:31 IST

    WebEngage and MetaMorph launch India-wide hiring drive for growth marketing roles

    The initiative brings together leading consumer brands and over 500 pre-screened candidates across Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Gurugram for 100+ growth marketing positions. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 16:43 IST

    ting redesigns WiseLife’s brand identity after Shark Tank India appearance

    The refresh reflects feedback received during WiseLife’s Shark Tank India feature, with ting developing a more coherent brand system across design, packaging and digital touchpoints. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 16:31 IST

    Prasar Bharati invites licensed satellite TV channels to join WAVES OTT

    Only linear satellite channels that hold valid permission or licences from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) for downlinking or distribution in India are eligible to apply. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 16:28 IST

    Sri Adhikari Brothers' MD Kailasnath Adhikari and Chairman Ravi Gautam Adhikari resign

    Their departure comes alongside the resignation of three Independent Directors and a Non-Executive Director following the Open Offer–triggered change in control. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 16:25 IST

    Gaurav Ramdev joins Visa as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia

    Ramdev has moved to Visa from Protean eGov Technologies, where he was Chief Growth and Marketing Officer until October. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 15:34 IST

    Ventures Communications wins Nayara Energy’s multi-agency pitch for media and creative mandate

    Following a multi-agency pitch, Ventures Communications will handle media planning, buying and creative development for Nayara Energy across national markets. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 15:11 IST

    Mirae Asset Sharekhan appoints Burson to lead strategic communications

    Burson will oversee strategic communications for Mirae Asset Sharekhan, supporting its positioning as a full-service financial solutions provider across India. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 14:53 IST

    Warner Bros Discovery and Times Network release ‘Unheard Cries at GB Road’ documentary

    The documentary draws on over 50 interviews to highlight the trauma, resilience and systemic challenges faced by women living and working in GB Road. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 13:12 IST

    Google expands access to select Gemini features in Vids for Gmail users

    Update opens Gemini-supported tools in Google Vids to all Gmail users, expanding access to AI voiceovers, transcript editing and image enhancement features. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 13:05 IST

    Digidarts wins digital performance campaigns mandate for Kisan Konnect

    The agency will support Kisan Konnect’s digital outreach through data-led audience segmentation and cross-platform execution. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 12:40 IST

    Hashtag Orange appoints Anirban Chaudhuri as Chief Strategy Officer

    Chaudhuri brings over 26 years of experience in brand strategy, integrated marketing, media investment and market research, strengthening Hashtag Orange’s strategic direction. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 10:52 IST

    Lenskart introduces Meller in India, unveils creative collaboration with Popmart

    The company will roll out Meller across online and retail channels while launching a Popmart eyewear line in Singapore, extending its design-led collaborations. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 10:50 IST

    Tiger Global cuts Meta stake by more than 60% in September quarter

    Tiger Global reduced its Meta holding to 2.8 million shares and dissolved several major positions, while adding Netflix and Klarna to its portfolio. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 10:33 IST

    DPDP Rules: India’s data reset has begun, and every industry is now rewriting its playbook

    The DPDP framework upends India’s data economy, mandating verifiable consent, strict retention, privacy-by-design and real-time auditability, reshaping verification, marketing intelligence and enterprise systems into transparent, compliant and trust-driven digital ecosystems. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 10:02 IST

    Reliance Retail expands beauty portfolio with essence distribution deal

    The agreement with cosnova Beauty will bring essence products into Reliance Retail’s omnichannel network, widening access to the German brand in the Indian market. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 09:51 IST

    DMRC outlines wider co-branding plan across metro network

    The corporation has identified 141 stations for exclusive co-branding rights under a draft licence agreement that details operational, structural and financial conditions. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 09:43 IST

    Havas’ Yannick Bolloré shoots down rumours of potential WPP deal

     

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    Yannick Bollore, Chairman and CEO, Havas

    His clarification follows weekend media reports that triggered a sharp rally in WPP’s share price, on talk that Havas, controlled by the Bolloré family via Vivendi, was exploring the purchase of a minority stake in the company. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 09:11 IST

    The Times of India appoints Yudhvir Mor as Chief Product & Technology Officer

    Earlier, Mor served as Chief Product & Technology Officer at HT Media, where he led teams across engineering, product management, and data science. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 09:09 IST

    YouTube pegs its contribution to the Indian economy at Rs 16,000 cr, launches new AI tools

    At its Impact Summit, the platform cited an Oxford Economics study estimating over 9.3 lakh jobs supported by YouTube in India, and announced AI-led tools plus partnerships with IICT and AIIMS to boost creative skills, medical training, and digital well-being. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 09:06 IST

    Centre weighs shorter DPDP compliance window, says industry already meets global data norms

    The DPDP rules spell out operational norms for entities in the collection and handling of personal data and protect the rights of individuals. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 09:02 IST

    DDB global CEO Alex Lubar exits as Omnicom–IPG merger fuels questions over agency’s future

    Lubar, who became global CEO in October 2023 after joining DDB as president and chief operating officer in late 2022, is leaving the network to take over as CEO of Fundamentalco, an independent brand strategy consultancy founded in 2024 by former Droga5 executive Jonny Bauer. Read more...



  • Nov 18, 2025 08:59 IST

    Outdoor ads in Bengaluru set for overhaul under draft 2025 rules

    With regards to DOOH, frame changes are limited to once every 10 seconds, and 10% of display time must be allocated to government public service announcements. Read more...



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