2026
From Heinz's Penalty Packets to Coca-Cola's collectible cans, brands are using packaging to win fans' attention
Aryendra Khan Jul 11, 2026 9:06 AM
Participation fee pegged at Rs 1.5 crore; reserve prices range from Rs 4.87 crore to Rs 11.22 crore across five channel categories
e4m Staff Jul 10, 2026 8:12 AM
According to the network, 10-second advertising rates have reached ₹20-25 lakh during the knockout stage; over 22 brands have partnered across television and digital platforms
e4m Staff Jul 10, 2026 8:03 AM
The Chief Guest of the event will be Kailash Vijayvargiya, Minister for Urban Development & Housing and Parliamentary Affairs, Government of Madhya Pradesh
e4m Staff Jul 9, 2026 11:31 AM
P Rajagopal, Senior Director, Digital Solutions, India and South Asia, Visa, will share key insights on the topic ‘India’s Digital Payments Moment: Scale, Trust, and the Road Ahead’
Advertising continues to contribute more than one-third of industry revenues, generating an estimated $300 million in 2025
e4m Staff Jul 9, 2026 11:00 AM
From FIFA’s global scale to Wimbledon’s younger audiences and pickleball’s growing appeal, non-cricket sports are opening new opportunities for brands across campaigns, sponsorships and advertising
Sandhi Sarun Jul 9, 2026 9:03 AM
Singh brings over 27 years of experience across corporate communications, public affairs, sustainability and reputation management
From Messi's redemption arc to Egypt's tournament exit, brands found plenty to work with on social media
Aryendra Khan Jul 8, 2026 2:03 PM
At Cannes Lions 2026, AI was no longer the headline act. The focus shifted to how technology can solve real problems, elevate craft and deliver meaningful creative outcomes
Aryendra Khan Jul 8, 2026 9:21 AM
The names include Sonal Chhajerh, National Creative Director at Leo Mumbai; Ashwini Deshpande, Co-founder, Director at Elephant Design; and Ashish Khazanchi, Managing Partner at Enormous Brands
The sixth edition of India’s leading fintech conference returns on 10 July 2026 at Taj MG Road, Bengaluru
Industry executives said today's IBDF meeting is expected to focus on preparing a common industry position before engaging with the ministry
Imran Fazal Jul 6, 2026 11:47 AM
According to industry forecasts, India's intelligence advertising revenue, the category built around AI-powered search and discovery, is forecast to cross 2.5 billion dollars in 2026, growing 9%
Anuja Jain Jul 6, 2026 9:09 AM
Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, says India’s PR industry is evolving from media relations to strategic biz counsel, with ideas and innovation driving its future
Ganapathy Viswanathan Jul 6, 2026 8:06 AM
As India reflects on a quieter Cannes Lions 2026, e4m explores what it means for the industry’s future
The survey is conducted by Ipsos and PRCAI in collaboration with Astrum Reputation Advisory, capturing insights from consultancies and corp comm teams, and mid to senior level industry professionals
This is the fourth edition of the event; a jury met on March 14 to select the winners
e4m Staff Jul 3, 2026 10:52 AM
In a LinkedIn post, Ajit Varghese, Partner and CEO, Madison World, has shared his views on Zee's acquisition of the FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast rights
Has strategic silence become a reputational risk? Industry leaders weigh in on its impact, future challenges, common misconceptions and where communicators should draw the line
Ritika Upmanyu Jul 2, 2026 10:00 AM
From business-first ideas to creator equity and a growing appetite for AI-era humanity, has Cannes Lions 2026 charted advertising's next chapter?
Aryendra Khan Jul 2, 2026 9:14 AM
The move effectively renders BARC's ratings operations inactive until the ministry completes the renewal process under the new regulatory framework
Imran Fazal Jul 1, 2026 9:42 PM
The fundraising proposal involves the issuance of up to 24.95 crore fully convertible warrants at an issue price of ₹126 apiece
The latest communication comes after industry executives expected news ratings to return this week following the expiry of the four-week suspension period that ended on June 28
Imran Fazal Jul 1, 2026 8:28 PM
As Cannes Lions 2026 closes with India's tally at a modest five Lions, the industry is asking a harder question: Has the race for constant content quietly replaced the pursuit of the big idea?
Aryendra Khan Jul 1, 2026 8:57 AM
France was adjudged Creative Country of the Year at Cannes Lions 2026
e4m Staff Jun 29, 2026 4:10 PM
The study found that celebrity-endorsed advertisements accounted for 61% of total advertising volumes on Linear TV, compared with 49% on Connected TV
e4m Staff Jun 29, 2026 1:55 PM
JLL's Adelise Ashdown says AI should drive better marketing, not just faster execution, arguing that empathy, trust and brand distinctiveness will remain the strongest competitive advantages.
Brij Pahwa Jun 29, 2026 1:21 PM
Connect with 20,000+ Gen Z consumers across 40+ Hindi Heartland campuses and fuel your next phase of growth
NATIVE CONTENT Jun 29, 2026 10:58 AM
Guest Column: Dr. Sandeep Goyal explains that the rebellion against personalisation is not a rejection of technology, but a demand for boundaries
Sandeep Goyal Jun 29, 2026 9:03 AM
In 2025, India was among the standout performers, securing 32 Lions, including one Grand Prix and nine Golds. This year, the tally shrank dramatically
The event industry veteran has announced his candidature for EEMA South Vice President
e4m Staff Jun 27, 2026 2:20 PM
India closed the 73rd Cannes Lions festival with 2 Silver and 3 Bronze Lions from 24 shortlists, a sobering step back from 2025's 32-Lion haul
Aryendra Khan Jun 27, 2026 9:39 AM
Can bigger really mean better? George Manas of Omnicom on the Omnicom-IPG integration, his hopes for India and why Cannes Lions 2026 became one of his favourites
Neeta Nair Jun 27, 2026 9:27 AM
Among the final day winners at Cannes Lions were Rethink (Independent Network of the Year), LePub, Milan, Italy (Agency of the Year) and Heineken (Creative Brand of the Year)
e4m Staff Jun 27, 2026 8:44 AM
For decades, Indian agencies have operated under a default setting: If it doesn’t impact millions, it isn’t Cannes worthy. Can we try commercial brand solutions and not bank on social macro-problems?
Neeta Nair Jun 27, 2026 7:52 AM
Lenovo, CEAT, Jaguar Land Rover, Adidas, Zydus and JBL join the growing roster of advertisers leveraging the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Z
e4m Staff Jun 26, 2026 4:03 PM
Guest Column: Adman Prabhakar Mundkur examines India’s Cannes Lions 2026 performance and asks whether fewer entries or weaker work led to the subdued showing
Prabhakar Mundkur Jun 26, 2026 2:58 PM
Cannes Lions 2026 proved that while AI dominated conversations, the most impactful work combined technology with human creativity, culture and business transformation.
Brij Pahwa Jun 26, 2026 1:33 PM
Olaplex CEO Amanda Baldwin explains why AI will amplify trust, brand distinctiveness and human creativity, making curiosity the defining skill for marketers in an AI-first era.
Brij Pahwa Jun 26, 2026 1:26 PM
According to an advisory issued by the CBC on June 24, the current empanelment will remain valid till December 31, 2026
e4m Staff Jun 26, 2026 1:13 PM
With 24 shortlisted entries yielding five Lions so far, India looks forward to adding to its medal tally through Film and Sustainable Development Goals as the final awards are announced tonight
Team Impact Jun 26, 2026 12:56 PM
Microsoft Advertising's Paul Longo explains how AI agents, AI discovery and human creativity are reshaping brand visibility, marketing and consumer decision-making
Brij Pahwa Jun 26, 2026 12:28 PM
According to COMvergence Final 2025 Global & Regional Billings Rankings, the combined entity reported $75.6 bn at the end of 2025, ahead of WPP by $11.8 billion and Publicis Groupe by $13.2 billion
e4m Staff Jun 26, 2026 9:49 AM
At the 2026 World Cup, FIFA's clean stadium policy erased billions in naming rights overnight. What happened next was a masterclass in brand behaviour
Aryendra Khan Jun 26, 2026 9:14 AM
Jarrod Martin, Chief Transformation Officer, Omnicom Media Group and CEO of Acxiom, on why identity is becoming more valuable than data and how agencies can stay relevant in the media ecosystem
Team Impact Jun 26, 2026 9:12 AM
Greece wins first-ever Grand Prix, in the Creative Business Transformation Lions, and Canada takes home second Grand Prix of the week in Innovation
e4m Staff Jun 26, 2026 7:59 AM
The e-commerce giant plans to invest $48 billion in the country between 2026 and 2030
e4m Staff Jun 25, 2026 7:41 PM
The network’s linear portfolio has garnered 17% higher live reach compared to FIFA World Cup 2022
e4m Staff Jun 25, 2026 6:35 PM