Goyal's response broadly challenges how she believes the AAAI should be governed

e4m Staff Aug 14, 2026 3:50 PM

At a time when BARC's credibility is already under the microscope before MIB, industry executives say the appointment risks opening an uncomfortable new front for the ratings body

Imran Fazal Aug 14, 2026 3:00 PM

Industry questions whether Srinivasan Swamy can take on another major responsibility, while calls grow for a younger, agile agency leader with a deep current-market connect

Imran Fazal Aug 13, 2026 2:20 PM

Dr. Annurag Batra writes that AAAI must evolve from celebrating its past to actively shaping the future of India's advertising industry

Annurag Batra Aug 3, 2026 9:27 AM

Advertising body accused of spreading ‘false and malicious’ allegations; legal notice seeks public apology, explanation and withdrawal of statements

Imran Fazal Jul 31, 2026 1:30 PM

A deep dive into - how did AAAI Lifetime Award process reach a stage where it has become a matter of public disagreement?

Dr Annurag Batra Jul 31, 2026 1:27 PM

According to the election papers circulated among members, the new governing board will comprise 23 elected members, including one President

Imran Fazal Jul 31, 2026 10:40 AM

The move comes days after e4m reported scrutiny over the award process following Tanya Goyal's recusal from the selection committee

e4m Staff Jul 29, 2026 3:16 PM

The industry is discussing not the achievements of the AAAI recipient, but the process behind the selection; the conversation has shifted from celebration to scrutiny

Ruhail Amin Jul 27, 2026 1:18 PM

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

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

e4m Staff May 22, 2026 2:03 PM

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

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

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

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

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

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

For Sam Balsara, Joshi’s stature lies in a rare duality the industry seldom witnesses- the ability to balance poetry and persuasion, art and advertising, without diluting either

e4m Staff Dec 24, 2025 5:39 PM

Advertising and marketing peers lauded Prasoon Joshi for his remarkable creative contributions

e4m Staff Dec 22, 2025 11:31 AM

The AAAI Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honour bestowed by the Indian advertising industry

e4m Staff Nov 17, 2025 12:06 PM

Wavemaker and ABP walked away with big honours on Day 1 at the Abbys

Aditi Gupta May 22, 2025 9:12 AM

Hefty penalty, ranging up to 30 percent of the global turnover, may be imposed on the ad giants if charges of cartelisation are proved

Kanchan Srivastava Mar 21, 2025 8:57 AM

The 55th edition of the awards is scheduled to take place on 29th, 30th, and 31st May, 2024 during Goafest

e4m Staff Feb 14, 2024 3:46 PM

The Governing Council of the festival ha also been announced

exchange4media Staff Apr 17, 2023 3:15 PM

Harris was a Jury member at the Cannes Lions in 2015, in the Effectiveness Category and was also president of the AAAI in 2010

exchange4media Staff Nov 18, 2022 4:47 PM

Apart from the complexities and implications of the recommendation, experts are questioning the timing and economic viability of the plan

exchange4media Staff Apr 30, 2020 8:54 AM

Ashish Bhasin, President of AAAI, has sent a set of recommendations to I&B Minister Prakash Javadekar, stressing the importance of the ad industry for the accelerated revival of the economy

exchange4media Staff Apr 16, 2020 9:13 AM

Details with regards to the Abby Awards are currently being finalized and will be announced shortly

exchange4media Staff Mar 5, 2020 3:29 PM

The event which was scheduled to take place from April 2-4 this year has reportedly been postponed due to several international speakers cancelling their speaking engagements

exchange4media Staff Mar 4, 2020 7:59 PM

The Platinum Jubilee Celebrations Committee will soon announce more details to celebrate AAAI’s 75th Anniversary

exchange4media Staff Feb 24, 2020 6:27 PM

The special campaign will be part of the upcoming edition of Goafest 2020; the winning campaign will be crowned with the newly instituted ‘The Red Abby’

exchange4media Staff Jan 28, 2020 2:31 PM