Top Advertising, Marketing and Media news headlines of today - Oct 16, 2025

With over 13 years of experience, Tewari joins the Mumbai-based agency after stints at marquee agencies including Ogilvy, FCB, The Minimalist, and VML. Read more...

Modi will be joined by Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya, former UK PM Rishi Sunak, and former Australian PM Tony Abbott in a global dialogue. Read more...

The plea argues that half of India’s population is affected by unlawful gaming, causing financial losses, mental health issues, and alleged fraud, and seeks a nationwide ban. Read more...

The agency will oversee AIIMS Delhi’s media relations, social media presence, and digital sentiment tracking, while also assisting in setting up a museum to preserve the institute’s archives. Read more...

According to stock exchange filings, the company’s total consolidated revenue grew 9%, rising from Rs 583 crore in the same quarter last year to Rs 635 crore in the current quarter. Read more...

Indian audiences can now stream Bloomberg’s daily shows and Originals like The Asia Trade, Bloomberg Tech, and The Future with Hannah Fry, covering global business, tech, and markets. Read more...

The film brings mid-2010s Roadies-style humour and nostalgia to Xiaomi’s Diwali campaign, highlighting the playful debate over the brand’s pronunciation. Read more...

Company reports Rs 743 crore net profit in September quarter as domestic sales hit record levels, while total expenses increase 13%. Read more...

Google’s proposed changes aim to ensure that search results for third-party vertical search services and its own offerings deliver the same information, features, and functionality. Read more...

The run honours India’s soldiers on the 79th Shaurya Diwas, promoting fitness, patriotism and community participation across Delhi Cantonment. Read more...

Firestarter combines creative communications and technology, partnering with Munich-based MONKEYWAY to bring 3D real-time streaming to Indian clients. Read more...

Laroze’s comments come after Dentsu announced in August that it was reviewing strategic options to increase its corporate value. Read more...

From the agency side, the festive surge has prompted renewed scrutiny over how brands are dividing their spends between storytelling and sales. Read more...

Viewers will have access to popular video podcasts from Spotify Studios and The Ringer, with plans to expand the service to more markets. Read more...

CEO Marc Benioff praises Arundhati Bhattacharya's leadership in navigating India and South Asia growth. Under her leadership, the company expanded operations manifold. Read more...

ChatGPT restrictions may soon ease for verified adults, allowing erotica, with OpenAI citing new tools and measures to address mental health concerns. Read more...

This means more EV-led storytelling for new audiences in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, and sharper communication on total cost of ownership will take centre stage. Read more...

Zepto invited participants to submit creative Instagram videos under 60 seconds by October 24, with winners receiving exclusive invites to the event. Read more...

Padukone announced on Instagram that her voice is now available on Meta AI in English across India, the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Read more...

Both companies attribute the softness to higher costs during the quarter, while the revenue trajectory remained firm across cable and broadband. Read more...

S2 Signpost was formed to execute the advertising tender at Kolkata’s Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. Read more...

JioStar’s rights consolidation and the RMG ad ban have shaved Rs 16,400 crore off the IPL ecosystem in two seasons to Rs 76,100 crore in 2025. Read more...