Date-wise News

Nayak?blur=25

Actor-producer’s move sparks sequel buzz as the iconic film eyes a contemporary political reboot

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 7:20 PM

Universal Music Group?blur=25

Universal Music Group today announced the acquisition of a 30% stake in Excel Entertainment, valuing the company at ₹2,400 crore

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 7:20 PM

ZEEL?blur=25

The company reiterated that it is contesting the orders on merits and based on legal advice

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 7:13 PM

AI?blur=25

Extended window aims to deepen stakeholder input on AI training, licensing models and creator rights

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 6:40 PM

Schbang rings in 2026 with music video that celebrates an epic year?blur=25

The film captures how an ecosystem comes alive when built with intention, and what happens when trust and creativity collide

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 6:01 PM

Universal Music India takes significant minority stake in Excel Entertainment?blur=25

The deal values Excel at ₹2,400 crores. Universal Music India gains global distribution and publishing rights for future original soundtracks from Excel

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 5:40 PM

Sumit Aggarwal appointed Head of International Markets at Ayekart?blur=25

In his most recent role, Sumit served as President & Business Head at Jana Small Finance Bank

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 5:19 PM

MRSI?blur=25

As per the report, while traditional services like social media and web analytics have matured, digital platforms, cloud infrastructure, and AI-driven solutions now enable greater scalability

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 5:12 PM

Saurabh Dwivedi exits Lallantop after 12-year journey?blur=25

Kuldeep Mishra will assume full charge of Team Lallantop’s editorial operations, while Rajat Sain will lead the Production Team

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 4:56 PM

What Deepinder Goyal revealed about Zomato on Raj Shamani’s podcast?blur=25

Responding to criticism around ultra-fast delivery timelines, Deepinder Goyal rejected the idea that riders are given strict deadlines or are pushed to rush orders

Vaishnavi Deshpande Jan 5, 2026 4:47 PM

The Hindu Lit For Life 2026 returns to Chennai on January 17 & 18?blur=25

The festival celebrates the many ways literature permeates everyday life shaping ideas, culture, creativity, and conversations far beyond the written page

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 3:58 PM

Narayanan S appointed Senior Director eCommerce Coca-Cola India?blur=25

Prior to this, Narayanan held the role of Sr. Director - On Premise and Entertainment, Customer Management Group (INSWA) at the company

e4m Desk Jan 5, 2026 2:46 PM

Neeraj Chopra launches new athlete management Firm, Vel Sports?blur=25

The ace javelin thrower has concluded his association with JSW Sports

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 2:44 PM

Atul Agrawal to lead ISA at a pivotal industry moment?blur=25

Atul Agrawal has nearly four decades of leadership experience across corporations

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 2:15 PM

Deepika Padukone turns 39?blur=25

Deepika Padukone has evolved from being a top film star into a cultural and commercial force, commanding attention not just on the big screen but across endorsements & campaigns

Soumya Gawri Jan 5, 2026 1:48 PM

Harshad Rajadhyaksha?blur=25

Harshad Rajadhyaksha, Chief Creative Officer at Ogilvy India, shared a heartfelt note as the company began its working year 2026 by honouring advertising legend Piyush Pandey

e4m Desk Jan 5, 2026 1:32 PM

Universal Music India picks up 30% equity stake in Excel Entertainment?blur=25

Devraj Sanyal, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music India & South Asia and SVP of Strategy, Africa, Middle East and Asia, will serve on Excel Entertainment’s Board of Directors

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 1:24 PM

DS Group and MOMS Outdoor put up a 4,000-plant ‘living billboard’?blur=25

As part of the execution, MOMS Outdoor installed a green billboard crafted using over 4,000 live plants at the DND Flyover, marking the key entry point into Delhi from Noida

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 1:05 PM

Nike becomes talking point after Venezuelan Prez Maduro image goes viral ?blur=25

Nicolás Maduro has been seen wearing a Nike Tech Fleece tracksuit on board the USS Iwo Jima

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 12:48 PM

Atul Vivek appointed CEO of Nxtcell India?blur=25

Atul Vivek, earlier Chief Business Officer at Nxtcell India, has earlier held leadership roles across organisations such as Realme, Samsung Group, boAt, Lava, Aditya Birla Group, and Future Group

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 12:37 PM

Rajdeep Panwar appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Thyrocare?blur=25

Prior to this, Rajdeep served as the Director at GHL Pharma & Diagnostics of Medanta Labs

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 12:22 PM

Jigar Vyas appointed Chief Financial Officer at CaratLane?blur=25

In this role, Jigar will be responsible for driving financial strategy, strengthening governance and ensuring capital efficiency

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 12:02 PM

Sundar Kondur appointed Chief Revenue Officer at The Hindu Group?blur=25

Sundar Kondur brings three decades of experience and has worked with media brands like the The Times of India, Vijay Karnataka and Midday

e4m Desk Jan 5, 2026 11:45 AM

Pernod Ricard India?blur=25

During the year, Pernod Ricard India's total income stood at Rs 27,663.56 cr, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.7%

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 11:27 AM

Sonal Kabi elevated to Director and Head of Marketing APAC ANZ at Amazon Prime Video?blur=25

Prior to this, Sonal Kabi held the role of Director and Head of Marketing at Amazon Prime Video, India

e4m Desk Jan 5, 2026 10:32 AM

audio advertsing?blur=25

Streaming platforms are turning passive listeners into active buyers, but most brands are still treating audio like it's 2015 radio with better targeting

Aryendra Khan and Soumya Gawri Jan 5, 2026 9:50 AM

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, I&B, FDI?blur=25

The I&B sector, including print media, attracted Rs 5,586 crore in FDI equity inflows during the July–September 2025 quarter (Q2 FY26), reflecting steady overseas investor interest, as per DPIIT data.

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 9:46 AM

Sai Ramana Ponugoti?blur=25

After unveiling Lacto Calamine’s refreshed identity, Sai Ramana Ponugoti, CEO of Piramal Consumer Healthcare, shares insights on the brand’s portfolio expansion, ambitious growth targets, & more

Simran Sabherwal Jan 5, 2026 9:37 AM

advertising market?blur=25

Industry heads say the Indian adtech story is no longer only about speed and scale but a phase of strategic maturity

Anuja Jain Jan 5, 2026 9:32 AM

influenecr?blur=25

As influencer marketing enters 2026, the industry is confronting a paradox. While creator supply continues to expand, tolerance for surface-level influence is rapidly shrinking

Shalinee Mishra Jan 5, 2026 9:00 AM

Universal Music Group, Excel Entertainment?blur=25

The deal is to be formally unveiled in Mumbai today, marking one of the most significant global music investments in an Indian production house

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 8:59 AM

Independent agencies enter 2026 focused on deeper mandates and AI-led growth?blur=25

Agency heads  are broadly cautiously optimistic about 2026 and say they are expecting growth to be steady and sustainable rather than aggressive 

Sunidhi Vijay Jan 5, 2026 8:49 AM

Tata Sons looks at succession options for Air India CEO?blur=25

As per an ET report, Tata Sons Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran is in talks with global airline chiefs and is exploring a leadership overhaul at Air India 

e4m Desk Jan 5, 2026 8:39 AM

santoor?blur=25

Santoor, according to parent company Wipro Consumer Care, has emerged as India’s largest soap brand, clocking an estimated revenue of Rs 2,850 crore in 2025

Chehneet Kaur and Soumya Gawri Jan 5, 2026 8:34 AM

TV?blur=25

Industry awaits clarity on capacity, slot disclosures and auction rules ahead of FY26 DD Free Dish bidding

Tasmayee Laha Roy Jan 5, 2026 8:18 AM