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Kumar Suryavanshii?blur=25

Guest Column: Kumar Suryavanshii, a Creative & Strategic Leader, explores on ageism in Indian advertising — an industry's uncomfortable truth

Kumar Suryavanshii Jul 16, 2026 8:22 AM

Sakshi Telugu Daily?blur=25

P. Sridhar is a highly accomplished media professional with over three decades of experience in the print media industry

e4m Staff Jul 14, 2026 5:27 PM

The Impact of BARC Blackout on Creativity in Advertising?blur=25

With weekly TV ratings on pause, the industry is forced to confront a bigger question: Has advertising become too dependent on measurement to trust creativity?

Aryendra Khan Jul 9, 2026 7:32 PM

Prabhakar Mundkur?blur=25

Guest Column: Adman Prabhakar Mundkur explains why the suspension of television ratings has left the industry navigating without a compass

Prabhakar Mundkur Jul 8, 2026 1:37 PM

Why Advertising Awards Are Winning Without Real Consumers?blur=25

Guest Column: Dr. Sandeep Goyal decodes the ‘democracy of advertising awards’

Sandeep Goyal Jul 1, 2026 9:42 AM

Commerce Media Revolution: Bridging Ads and Transactions in India?blur=25

As OTT platforms, Q-comm apps, creator ecosystems collapse the distance between content and checkout, a new media category is quietly taking shape, share industry heads

Anuja Jain Jul 1, 2026 8:41 AM

Multiverse Launches Integrated Communications Agency in Hyderabad?blur=25

The agency has been founded by Vijay Amruth Raj, a former journalist, PR leader, and corporate communications expert with over 25 years of experience

e4m Staff Jun 29, 2026 3:51 PM

CBC Extends Digital Cinema Panel for PVR INOX and Others Until 2026?blur=25

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

Cannes Lions 2026: A Hub of Global Creativity and Innovation?blur=25

Here are some glimpses from the French Riviera, as Cannes turns into a hub for creativity, marketing, media, technology and industry networking

Brij Pahwa Jun 23, 2026 10:03 AM

Roadstar's Future as India's OOH Currency Depends on Agency Support?blur=25

With many agencies already on board, absence of GroupM/WPP Media and Omnicom, now strengthened by IPG, could still determine if Roadstar becomes India’s common OOH currency

Kanchan Srivastava Jun 23, 2026 8:16 AM

India Achieves Shortlist in Brand Experience at Cannes Lions 2026?blur=25

VML’s KitKat campaign keeps India in contention as the country takes its overall shortlist tally to 18 across 24 categories announced so far

e4m Staff Jun 22, 2026 1:44 PM

Keki Mistry to Honor Winners at BW Merit Awards 2026?blur=25

The former HDFC chief will felicitate winners across marketing, advertising, branding and communications at the fourth edition of the BW Merit Awards

e4m Staff Jun 17, 2026 3:06 PM

Mario David Takes Charge as General Manager of IOAA?blur=25

David has over two decades of experience across events, exhibitions and media businesses

e4m Desk Jun 17, 2026 2:55 PM

Praveen Vadhera Steps Down as CEO of Indian Outdoor Advertising Association?blur=25

A seasoned OOH and advertising professional, Vadhera had taken charge as CEO of the Indian Outdoor Advertising Association in November 2023

e4m Desk Jun 17, 2026 11:21 AM

Are Ad Agencies Losing Focus on Creativity Over Billable Hours??blur=25

Guest Column: Adman Prabhakar Mundkur shares that the agencies that will thrive in the future will be those that stop selling labour and start selling intelligence

Prabhakar Mundkur Jun 16, 2026 11:49 AM

IKEA?blur=25

According to reports, incumbent agency Mother did not repitch for the account after holding it for 16 years

e4m Staff Jun 15, 2026 10:01 AM

Pravin S Sharma Promoted to Director of Advertising at ZEEL?blur=25

Sharma previously worked at Network18 Media & Investments Limited

e4m Staff Jun 11, 2026 5:02 PM

Pernod Ricard India Launches Creative Agency Pitch to Boost Branding?blur=25

Pernod Ricard India’s creative responsibilities are currently shared between Ogilvy and FCB India (now part of Omnicom Advertising India)

Imran Fazal Jun 9, 2026 9:10 AM

Supreme Court draft sets tone for India’s AI rules?blur=25

Brands, technology platforms are increasingly using AI for behavioural prediction, automated decision-making, functions where the Court has stressed the need for human oversight and accountability

Anuja Jain Jun 8, 2026 9:12 AM

WPP integrates 82.5 Communications and Grey under Ogilvy in India?blur=25

As part of the new reporting structure, the leadership teams of the consolidated agencies will report into Rajesh VR, Group CEO of Ogilvy India

Imran Fazal Jun 6, 2026 9:18 AM

Samsung Chooses Cheil India for Integrated Media Strategy?blur=25

Guest Column: Communication Consultant Ganapathy Viswanathan writes on how Cheil has spent years within the Samsung ecosystem & understands the brand’s processes, product hierarchy & priorities

Ganapathy Viswanathan Jun 4, 2026 10:02 AM

Delhi HC's Landmark Ruling Disrupts Google's Keyword Auction Model?blur=25

When the Delhi High Court ruled against Google in the Hindware keyword case, it did not just hand a victory to a sanitaryware brand. It put adtech's entire business model in the dock

Anuja Jain May 30, 2026 3:26 PM

ASCI Report Reveals Offshore Betting and Realty as Top Violators?blur=25

As per the report, of the 1,609 influencer ads processed 97.3% required modification, with over 54% promoting categories prohibited by law or where advertising is restricted

e4m Staff May 28, 2026 11:20 AM

Dr Sandeep Goyal?blur=25

Guest Column: Dr. Sandeep Goyal writes on what Goafest can borrow from other global festivals of media and creativity

Sandeep Goyal May 27, 2026 8:26 AM

Piyush Pandey, Padma Bhushan?blur=25

The award was received by his wife, Neeta Joshi, at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I held at Rashtrapati Bhavan

e4m Desk May 26, 2026 8:03 AM

AAAI?blur=25

Srinivasan Swamy, president of AAAI, said the association had fully cooperated with investigators but refrained from commenting on specifics as the matter remains sub judice

Imran Fazal May 25, 2026 8:39 AM

IAA unveils leadership dialogue series?blur=25

The inaugural edition of the series will feature Ram Charan, globally recognised author

e4m Staff May 23, 2026 8:46 AM

Prasoon Joshi Honoured at Goafest 2026 for Prasar Bharati Role?blur=25

The honour recognised Prasoon Joshi’s extraordinary contribution to Indian advertising and media

e4m Staff May 22, 2026 2:03 PM

Goafest 2026: Dheeraj Sinha & Dr. Annurag Batra on Advertising's Future?blur=25

Dr. Annurag Batra, Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of BW Businessworld Group and e4m, spoke to Dheeraj Sinha, CEO-McCann Group, on key opportunities and challenges reshaping the Indian ad industry

e4m Staff May 21, 2026 3:21 PM

Anupriya Acharya?blur=25

Anupriya Acharya, CEO of Publicis Groupe, South Asia, at AAAI’s 80th anniversary celebrations, reflected on leadership, industry evolution, resilience, and the future of advertising

e4m Staff May 21, 2026 8:51 AM

Ramesh Narayan?blur=25

Guest Column: Ad industry veteran Ramesh Narayan reflects on his journey with the AAAI, recalling leadership roles, key industry decisions, and more

Ramesh Narayan May 20, 2026 10:23 AM

Advertising Agencies Association of India?blur=25

Webpages on AAAI’s official website was found displaying content linked to a betting and gambling platform, instead of archival material related to the association’s legacy

Imran Fazal May 15, 2026 1:59 PM

Nilesh Bagaria joins Reliance Vibrant Advertising as AVP – Planning & Strategy?blur=25

Prior to this, Nilesh Bagaria was associated with Madison Media for nearly 14 years

e4m Staff May 11, 2026 8:09 AM

The Trade Desk’s Samantha Jacobson to join OpenAI?blur=25

Samantha Jacobson will be joining OpenAI as Vice President of Partnerships (Monetization)

e4m Desk May 9, 2026 8:36 AM

Goafest?blur=25

Industry conversations suggest that beneath the celebratory veneer of the event lies a growing unease over whether the platform still serves the ecosystem it claims to represent

Imran Fazal May 7, 2026 8:41 AM

probe?blur=25

The Federal Trade Commission in US has accused major global agency networks of coordinating advertising boycotts against certain media platforms under the umbrella of ‘brand safety’

Kanchan Srivastava May 1, 2026 9:17 AM

Ogilvy India promotes Nitesh Pai to Vice President?blur=25

Prior to his promotion, Nitesh served as Senior Planning Director at the agency

e4m Staff Apr 30, 2026 11:33 AM

Infectious Advertising names Siddhartha Singh CEO and Managing Partner?blur=25

Nisha Singhania, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, who has also served as CEO, will focus on strategic initiatives and driving the agency’s next phase of growth

e4m Staff Apr 28, 2026 12:20 PM

Clause design?blur=25

Claude Design raises a bigger question for India’s agencies: not how impressive it is, but which part of the creative workflow gets squeezed first

Shantanu David Apr 24, 2026 8:34 AM

Omnicom Advertising Asia announces new regional leadership team for growth and innovation?blur=25

The team brings together six senior leaders across creativity, innovation, strategy, intelligence, business development and marketing

e4m Staff Apr 20, 2026 12:02 PM

Ellie Brocklehurst appointed Chief Growth Marketing Officer Asia Omnicom Advertising?blur=25

Prior to this, Ellie Brocklehurst was with TBWA\Asia as Chief Marketing Officer, Asia

e4m Desk Apr 20, 2026 10:57 AM

Srinivasan Swamy, reverse auctions, RK Swamy, Advertising Agencies Association of India, AAAI?blur=25

The AAAI Chief's remarks come amid growing scrutiny of PSUs, which industry insiders say continue to increasingly drive the adoption of reverse auctions during agency pitches

Imran Fazal Apr 11, 2026 8:37 AM

Sandeep Goyal, Dr Annurag Batra?blur=25

In a candid conversation with Dr Annurag Batra, Rediffusion's MD looks back on his 40 years in the industry, and what lies ahead

e4m Staff Apr 11, 2026 8:18 AM

IAA Olive Crown Awards 2026?blur=25

The Olive Crown Awards recognise and celebrate creative excellence in communicating sustainability and environmental responsibility through advertising and media

e4m Staff Apr 10, 2026 12:50 PM

Advertising Agencies Association of India?blur=25

Under the new structure, smaller agencies with revenues of up to ₹5 crore will pay an annual subscription of ₹15,000

Imran Fazal Apr 8, 2026 10:19 AM

Court?blur=25

The court, however, has ordered that the interim relief granted to Madison earlier will remain in force until the next hearing

e4m Staff Feb 26, 2026 7:12 PM

Naresh Khetrapal?blur=25

On his birthday, we celebrate not just his professional milestones, but the journey of perseverance and passion that defines him

e4m Staff Feb 26, 2026 3:26 PM

Manjot Juyal appointed Head of Digital and Technology at Alliance Advertising?blur=25

She has been appointed the Head of Digital and Technology

e4m Staff Feb 25, 2026 5:08 PM