According to AAAI, the Media Council will provide a forum for agencies to engage on issues affecting the media business
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AAAI announces Media Council; Kartik Sharma named Chair
SIMCA Advertising bags advertising rights at Shirdi Airport
The allotment covers advertising space on the external part of the terminal at Shirdi Airport
AAAI announces a new-look, more diverse Board for 2026–27
The broader representation is intended to strengthen collaboration across the industry
Omnicom agency Kinnect’s CCO Neville Shah to move on
His next move is not known for now
McCann's Tyler Turnbull set to be named WPP Creative global CEO
Turnbull, who took charge of McCann in December after the Omnicom-IPG merger, will succeed Jon Cook, who is due to step down by March
IOAA calls for uniform enforcement & clearer rules; willing to work with BMC
Outdoor industry body welcomes year-round enforcement but seeks digital single-window permissions, QR verification, uniform penalties and a phased shi...
Are brands finally taking regional creativity seriously?
From dubbed national films to ideas born in the region, agencies say brands are finally letting local culture, not translation, set the creative brief
Dr Sandeep Goyal elected as President of AAAI
Jaydeep R Gandhi was elected as Vice-President of the Association
The Advertising Club re-elects Dheeraj Sinha as President for 2026-27
This will be Dheeraj Sinha’s second term as President of The Advertising Club
Infectious Advertising ropes in Abhijit Karandikar as Executive Creative Director
Abhijit Karandikar was associated with Ogilvy & Mather for over two decades
ASCI’s AI rules put creator consent and brand liability under the spotlight
As ASCI tightens disclosure norms for synthetic advertising, legal experts examine how consent, approval and accountability could determine liability...
ASCI issues guidelines on responsible labelling of AI-generated ad content
ASCI’s guidelines outline when advertisers must disclose the use of synthetically generated content and specify uses that are not permitted
Shantanu Ghosh takes up new role as Vice President at Fuse Omnicom
Prior to the move, Ghosh was National Head – Sports at Wavemaker India
Saurabh Kanwar joins NMIMS School of Branding & Advertising
He has been appointed Professor of Practice
Kartik Sharma onboarded to MRUCI Board of Governors
Kartik Sharma is CEO of Omnicom Media India
Sakal Media’s Janhavi Abhijit Pawar joins MRUCI Board
Pawar is the Director of Sakal Media
HT Media’s Samudra Bhattacharya appointed to MRUCI Board of Governors
Samudra Bhattacharya is the CEO of Print and Radio at HT Media
Not just Dentsu, two more independent agencies helping CCI in ad cartel probe
A notice, reviewed by e4m and issued by the CCI on March 19, 2026, to an independent agency seeks specific details and information regarding the probe...
Vikram Sakhuja and Dhruba Mukherjee to continue as Chairman and Vice Chairman of MRUCI
Samudra Bhattacharya, Janhavi Abhijit Pawar, Kartik Sharma and Navin Khemka have also been appointed to the MRUCI Board of Governors
BFSI marketing’s finest honoured at Pitch Finovate - BFSI Marketing Awards 2026
The awards honour and celebrate successful marketing strategies, campaigns, and innovative ideas in the BFSI ecosystem
Leadership Timeline
45 Updates
Jul 2026
Latest
Sudesh Kapoor — Secretary General (appointment)
Informed members about the upcoming board elections and AGM.
Jul 2026
Amitesh Rao — Advertising Veteran (appointment)
AAAI announces a new-look Board for 2026–27.
Jul 2026
Ajit Varghese — Advertising Veteran (appointment)
AAAI announces a new-look Board for 2026–27.
Jul 2026
Kartik Sharma — Advertising Veteran (appointment)
AAAI announces a new-look Board for 2026–27.
Jul 2026
Amitesh Rao (appointment)
AAAI announces a new-look Board for 2026–27.
Jul 2026
Ajit Varghese (appointment)
AAAI announces a new-look Board for 2026–27.
Jul 2026
Kartik Sharma (appointment)
AAAI announces a new-look Board for 2026–27.
Jan 2026
Dheeraj Sinha — President (re-election)
Dheeraj Sinha has been re-elected as President of The Advertising Club for the term 2026-27.
Jan 2024
Shashi Sinha — Executive (departure)
Shashi Sinha steps away from Omnicom after significant contributions to the media planning and buying industry.
Oct 2023
Shashi Sinha — Leader (departure)
Shashi Sinha's recent move away from the Omnicom Group closes an important chapter.
Campaigns, Awards & Events
Integrated Media Mandate for Ventura
Oct 2023
OMD India has been awarded the integrated media mandate for Ventura, focusing on media strategy, planning, and...
Integrated Media Mandate for Ventura
Oct 2023
Omnicom Media’s OMD India has been awarded the integrated media mandate for Ventura, focusing on media strateg...
Flex-Free Mumbai
Oct 2023
A campaign initiated by Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde to promote a cleaner and safer city by enforcing rules against...
Advertising Rights at Shirdi Airport
Oct 2023
SIMCA Advertising Limited has secured advertising rights at Shirdi Airport, marking an important milestone in...
Advertising Rights at Shirdi Airport
Oct 2023
SIMCA Advertising Limited has secured advertising rights at Shirdi Airport, marking an important milestone in...
Pitch Finovate - BFSI Marketing Awards 2026
Sep 2026
Recognised and celebrated brands and agencies that have demonstrated creativity, innovation and strategic thin...
Pitch Finovate - BFSI Marketing Awards 2026
Sep 2026
Recognised and celebrated brands and agencies that have demonstrated creativity, innovation and strategic thin...
AAAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Jan 2026
A prestigious award honoring exceptional contributions in the advertising industry.
AAAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Jan 2026
A prestigious award honoring exceptional contributions in the advertising industry.
AAAI Lifetime Achievement Award for 2026
Jan 2026
A prestigious award honoring exceptional contributions in the advertising industry.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Oct 2023
The industry's most coveted individual honour facing credibility tests regarding its selection process.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Oct 2023
The AAAI's Lifetime Achievement Award is facing criticism regarding its transparency and selection process.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Oct 2023
The AAAI's highest individual honour facing scrutiny over governance and transparency issues.
AI Insights
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Leadership Transition at Kinnect. Neville Shah, the Chief Creative Officer of Omnicom's agency Kinnect, is set to leave the company, indicating a shift in creative leadership.
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Focus on Regional Creativity. There is a growing trend among brands to embrace regional creativity, moving beyond mere translation to incorporate local culture into their advertising strategies.
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Industry Collaboration Initiatives. The AAAI has announced a new Media Council aimed at fostering collaboration among agencies to address pressing media business issues, reflecting a collective industry effort.
FAQs
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Neville Shah, the CCO of Kinnect, is leaving the agency, marking a significant leadership transition.
The Media Council aims to provide a platform for agencies to engage on issues affecting the media business.
The company is part of a broader trend where brands are increasingly incorporating local culture into their advertising strategies.
The IOAA is advocating for uniform enforcement and clearer rules in outdoor advertising, indicating a push for regulatory improvements.
Dheeraj Sinha has been re-elected as President of The Advertising Club for the 2026-27 term.
AI-assisted summary, reviewed by our newsroom
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Omnicom Advertising India is currently navigating a dynamic media landscape, with its agency Kinnect experiencing a leadership transition as CCO Neville Shah departs. The company is also engaged in broader industry discussions, particularly around regional creativity and advertising regulations, as highlighted by recent developments in the outdoor advertising sector.
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Neville Shah
Chief Creative Officer, Kinnect