Top Advertising, Marketing and Media news headlines of today - Nov 21, 2025

Group chat mode lets up to 20 users collaborate with ChatGPT in a shared thread, with full access to search, uploads and image tools, while keeping personal memories and private chats separate. Read more...

The franchise will be led by Payal Kanodia and Aishwarya Bansal, focusing on strategy, youth engagement, community building and development of pickleball infrastructure. Read more...

The Justice Department urges a breakup of Google’s ad technology, citing anti-competitive practices, while the company warns of risks to consumers and AI-driven competition. Read more...

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, former CM Raman Singh and other leaders to outline governance, economic direction and cultural priorities for the state. Read more...

The event will feature top professionals, business leaders and emerging golfers, offering competitive play, interaction and a platform for broader engagement with the sport. Read more...

Following Bahadur’s retirement, Nestlé said the mergers and acquisitions function will report to Chief Financial Officer Anna Manz. Read more...

Roh will lead Samsung’s device experience division covering mobile, TV and home appliances, following the death of former co-CEO Han Jong-Hee in March. Read more...

The immersive experience has logged nearly 300,000 plays in under two weeks, with over 2 million unique users reached in India by week three. Read more...

The operator was found to be distributing encrypted pay channels in an unencrypted format and without any authorisation, resulting in direct infringement of JioStar’s broadcast and copyright-protected content. Read more...

Founded by Rumjhum Gupta, EcoMS positions itself as offering integrated sustainability services for organisations, combining technology, data and consulting expertise. Read more...

Partnership will introduce social-first and offline sound libraries, allowing brands to enhance recall and consistency through distinctive sonic assets. Read more...

The Delhi edition will feature over 200 players competing across five categories, with matches contributing to Pickleball World Rankings and official points. Read more...

The proposals place the future of HBO, the Warner Bros library and DC’s franchises in question, as reports indicate Paramount is seeking a full takeover backed by billionaire Larry Ellison. Read more...

Preeti Lobana said India’s technology transformation relies on responsible AI development, stressing that trust, safety and shared accountability are essential for adoption. Read more...

The court said Meta’s data use across Facebook and Instagram gave it an unfair edge in Spain’s ad market, a conclusion the company rejects as it prepares to contest the ruling. Read more...

The consolidation brings 30 European markets under WPP Media’s remit, extending the partnership and centralising media duties for brands including Persil, Perwoll and Schwarzkopf. Read more...

The campaign urges viewers to swap virtual engagement for in-person connection and to rediscover the “social” energy that television has long created. Read more...

After raising Rs 340 crore, Snitch is lifting offline spends, expanding stores, and building culture-led visibility beyond digital. Read more...

Featuring Saraf, the campaign revisits a viral trend to reflect how skincare discussions are becoming more inclusive, while linking hydration messaging to cultural cues. Read more...

From the Chivas Regal campaign to the award-winning XO Beer prank, French’s work spanned witty print stunts and bold ads like his debated “Clean up Singapore” piece. Read more...

YouTube’s latest test reintroduces private chats for users aged 18 and above, offering direct video sharing and moderated conversations within the app itself. Read more...

As UPI evolves beyond payments into brand engagement, marketers face a quiet dilemma! How to innovate without intruding on the sanctity of a space built on safety, intent, and trust. Read more...

Currently available in beta in the US for select English-language Prime Original series, the new generative AI feature turns full seasons into short recap videos with key plot points, clips and narration, building on the text-based X-Ray Recaps launched in 2024. Read more...

CEO Aditya Mangla says opt-in pop-up will appear after orders; only the phone number will be shared. Read more...

Dark patterns involve using design and choice architecture to deceive, coerce, or influence consumers into making choices that are not in their best interest. Read more...

Suumaya and its promoter are at the centre of the case at this stage, with ED continuing to probe the extent of Dentsu’s corporate and individual liabilities. Read more...

The restructuring is aimed at giving each segment a sharper management focus and a capital structure suited to its needs, as the non-publishing portfolio continues to grow alongside the traditional newspaper business. Read more...

The channel said the format was the top non-fiction performer on its network this year, with Season 2 reaching about 185 million viewers on television. Read more...

Fireside Ventures’ The Indian Consumer at 2030 flags a bigger, more digital, experience-led India where growth will come from new cohorts, new channels, and new category triggers. Read more...