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  • Oct 01, 2025 18:44 IST

    Raj Shamani faces backlash for hosting self-proclaimed millionaire Umar Punjabi on podcast

    After hosting Vijay Mallya in a marathon podcast, Raj Shamani now finds himself in hot water again! This time for featuring self-proclaimed forex millionaire Umar Punjabi, sparking trolling and credibility concerns. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 17:22 IST

    Indegene acquires BioPharm to expand AI-driven AdTech and omnichannel marketing

    Indegene said the combination strengthens its position in omnichannel and media at a time when pharma marketers are seeking AI-first partners to navigate evolving regulations and shifting healthcare-professional (HCP) engagement models. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 17:06 IST

    Instamart to deliver The Hindu’s 1969 Gandhi centenary edition on Oct 2

    Limited reprint will be available in Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi and select cities, offering page-by-page archival coverage of Mahatma Gandhi’s life and legacy. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 16:56 IST

    Dish TV’s smart TV brand VZY associates with Bigg Boss Hindi and Kannada

    VZY named Co-powered by Sponsor for Bigg Boss Hindi, Co-Presenting Sponsor for Bigg Boss Kannada (COLORS Kannada & JioHotstar. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 16:30 IST

    Vadilal gives you a chance to create ads

    Conceptualised by 82.5 Communications, the campaign integrates AI with creativity, giving people a chance to rewrite Vadilal’s ad film in their own words. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 16:09 IST

    Wit & Chai Group closes seed round at Rs 40 crore valuation

    Funds will power AI-led creative IP, microdrama formats, hiring, and expansion across Mumbai, London and the UAE. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 15:54 IST

    Indian producers brace for fallout as Trump threatens 100% tariff on foreign films

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    Costs could be passed to US audiences, trimming theatre turnout. Guild sees limited hit to Hindi box office, higher risk for Tamil–Telugu; rules and streaming coverage await clarity. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 15:41 IST

    DangleAds Technologies appoints Gaurav Bhattacharya as VP - Sales & Strategy

    Bhattacharya has 16 years of experience in the field of media sales, marketing, media planning, buying and programmatic advertising, with his last stint in Dentsu India. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 15:36 IST

    Capgemini names Sanjay Chalke CEO for India

     

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    After seven years as India CEO, Ashwin Yardi will retire from the Group and move to the board as non-executive chairman, while Chalke joins the Group Executive Committee as India CEO. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 15:34 IST

    LG Electronics India sets Rs 1,080–1,140 price band for Rs 11,607-crore IPO, opens Oct 7

    Offer is a 15% OFS by the South Korean parent valuing the company at ~Rs 77,400 crore; anchor book on October 6, subscription October 7–9, debut expected October 14 with 50% QIB, 35% retail, 15% NII allocation. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 15:32 IST

    CCI orders probe into PVR Inox over alleged unfair fee on film producers

    Competition watchdog orders a 90-day DG investigation into PVR Inox’s continued virtual print fee amid fully digital distribution. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 15:29 IST

    Delhi High Court Bars Indian businessman from using 'Barbie' trademark

    Court says “Barbie” is a well-known, coined mark; defendant’s use as a dominant prefix creates a clear visual identity with Mattel’s brand. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 10:20 IST

    ‘Not designed for ratings alone’: Raj Nayak on Ideabaaz vs Shark Tank

     

    Raj Nayak, NSE MD & CEO Ashish Chauhan and others at the launch of Ideabaaz on Monday, Sept 29, 2025.
    Raj Nayak, NSE MD & CEO Ashish Chauhan and others at the launch of Ideabaaz on Monday, Sept 29, 2025.

     

    Seven years after leaving Colors, Nayak returns with a homegrown entrepreneurial IP, promising high production values, transparency and revenue streams beyond advertising. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 10:02 IST

    boAt promotes COO Gaurav Nayyar to CEO role

    He succeeds co-founder Sameer Mehta, who becomes Executive Director to steer long-term strategy and support Nayyar. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 09:59 IST

    Arvind Fashions' MD & CEO Shailesh Chaturvedi resigns

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    He had joined Arvind in 2006 to lead the company's joint venture with Tommy Hilfiger, and also led several brands of the company for over 15 years. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 09:57 IST

    Elon Musk confirms xAI is building “Grokipedia,” a rival to Wikipedia

    In a post on X, Musk called Grokipedia “a massive improvement,” linking it to xAI’s goal of understanding the universe and following earlier comments about rewriting Wikipedia with synthetic data. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 09:55 IST

    OpenAI enters short-video race with Sora 2

    The app, which combines video synthesis with social sharing features, allows users to create and remix short videos using text prompts. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 09:52 IST

    OpenAI adds instant purchases to ChatGPT, directly challenging Google

    The move transforms the AI chatbot into a shopping assistant, enabling users to search, compare, and buy products without leaving the app. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 09:48 IST

    $2 billion RCB Sale? Diageo to exit as Adar Poonawalla emerges frontrunner

    The timing of the potential sale follows RCB's maiden IPL men's title win in 2025, which has significantly boosted the franchise's brand value and global appeal. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 09:45 IST

    Govt logs 3,000 GST complaints after rate cuts; e-comm faces tighter checks

    With the festive cycle beginning, regulators will watch complaint trends and the field reports closely to assess whether GST benefits are reaching households as intended. Read more...



  • Oct 01, 2025 08:59 IST

    AWL Agri Business banks on 40% quick-commerce growth to reshape distribution

     

    Angshu Mallick
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    The quick commerce channel is set to fundamentally reshape its market footprint, company MD & CEO, Angshu Mallick, told BestMediaInfo.com. Read more...



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