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Publishers File Lawsuit Against Google Over AI Training Practices?blur=25

Hachette, Cengage, Elsevier and author Scott Turow have filed a proposed class action in New York, accusing Google of unlawfully using millions of copyrighted books to develop its Gemini AI models

e4m Staff Jul 15, 2026 11:18 AM

How advertisers are planning print campaigns without a common benchmark?blur=25

Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, explores how the IRS was once the common language of print advertising in India, and how its absence has reshaped media planning

Ganapathy Viswanathan Jul 15, 2026 10:58 AM

United Spirits Boosts Ad Spend by 16% to Rs 1,295 Crore in FY26?blur=25

USL has posted a nearly 4% rise in consolidated revenue from operations to Rs 27,816 crore in FY26

e4m Staff Jul 15, 2026 10:02 AM

Why premium pricing remains the biggest branding challenge for homegrown labels?blur=25

Across categories, the conversation has moved beyond manufacturing. It’s now about storytelling, community and earning the right to command a premium

Sandhi Sarun Jul 15, 2026 8:42 AM

WAVES?blur=25

The impleaded entities include several of India's leading television networks, such as Zee Media, TV Today Network, ABP Network, Republic Media, Network18, Bennett Coleman & Co among others

Imran Fazal Jul 14, 2026 5:43 PM

Rajeev Beotra’s ‘Chronicles from Mehra World’?blur=25

In the second part of Rajeev Beotra’s ‘Chronicles from Mehra World’, the journey continues with humour, fitness, self-discovery and reinvention

Rajeev Beotra Jul 14, 2026 5:00 PM

Md. Rizvi, Founder & Chairman, OneXtel Communication Media?blur=25

OneXtel Communication Media will help strengthen Times Network’s branded content and experiential platforms across key sectors

e4m Staff Jul 14, 2026 2:25 PM

Paramount's $110 Billion Warner Bros. Discovery Deal Faces Legal Challenge?blur=25

California and 11 other states in the US have filed suit seeking preliminary injunction

e4m Desk Jul 14, 2026 11:40 AM

Prasar Bharati?blur=25

The curriculum indicates that Prasar Bharati intends to embed AI across several core functions rather than limiting its use to administrative tasks

e4m Staff Jul 14, 2026 11:02 AM

football?blur=25

Uday Kumar Verma, former MIB Secretary, writes that technology has globalised access to entertainment while making audiences embrace local languages, cultures and stories more than ever

Uday Kumar Verma Jul 14, 2026 9:16 AM

TV?blur=25

The petitioners further argued that the Centre had failed to justify why existing safeguards developed by the BARC were insufficient

Imran Fazal Jul 13, 2026 5:13 PM

Head Digital moves SC to review twin online gaming rulings?blur=25

Both petitions have also sought an oral hearing in open court, contending that allowing the judgments to stand would result in a ‘grave miscarriage of justice’

Imran Fazal Jul 13, 2026 11:24 AM

Prabhakar Mundkur?blur=25

Guest Column: Adman Prabhakar Mundkur writes as Indian family businesses become more professionally managed, another layer of power is quietly emerging: the family office

Prabhakar Mundkur Jul 13, 2026 10:17 AM

Why influencer marketing remains a challenge despite rising brand investments?blur=25

As influencer marketing evolves, brands are moving beyond creator discovery to identify what drives meaningful consumer engagement and actions

Shalinee Mishra Jul 13, 2026 9:27 AM

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brands Transform Packaging Into Marketing Power?blur=25

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

Pallavi A. Singh Joins Genpact as VP of AI & Data Advisory?blur=25

Singh was previously associated with Providence India as Executive Director - AI & Data, Enterprise Transformation

e4m Staff Jul 10, 2026 4:48 PM

Marico Limited?blur=25

As per the company’s FY26 annual report, higher marketing investments were supported by cost efficiencies despite inflationary pressures

e4m Staff Jul 10, 2026 1:13 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

M Q Syed Invests ₹24 Crore in Exhicon Group's Equity Shares?blur=25

The board has cleared preferential allotment at Rs 479 per share for the capital infusion

e4m Staff Jul 9, 2026 9:23 AM

Rethinking Sports Marketing: Brands Expand Beyond Cricket in India?blur=25

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

Mohit Kamboj Takes Legal Action Against 4PM News for Defamation?blur=25

According to the notice, the programmes and social media posts contained false and unsubstantiated allegations about Kamboj and his family

e4m Staff Jul 8, 2026 3:34 PM

Lionel Messi?blur=25

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

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

Mrinall Dey Launches Brevanta Communications for Strategic Advisory?blur=25

Mrinall Dey has founded Brevanta Communications to offer strategic counsel to business leaders after a successful career in corporate communications

e4m Staff Jul 8, 2026 12:16 PM

AI Adoption Could Boost Indian MSMEs by Over $490 Billion, Says Google Report?blur=25

The report says digital adoption has helped nearly 60% of MSMEs achieve double-digit revenue growth with AI expected to unlock up to 30-35% improvement in profitability for businesses

e4m Staff Jul 8, 2026 12:06 PM

India's TV Ratings Revolution: Who Will Shape the Future of Viewing??blur=25

Dr Annurag Batra decodes the question of whether the industry is ready for an entirely new way of measuring audiences

Dr Annurag Batra Jul 8, 2026 11:30 AM

Rajeev Beotra’s ‘Chronicles from Mehra World’ will continue next week?blur=25

Rajeev Beotra’s ‘Chronicles from Mehra World’ will continue next week

Rajeev Beotra Jul 8, 2026 9:54 AM

AI in Advertising: Legal Risks Loom as Agencies Invest Heavily?blur=25

Despite rapid advances in Generative AI, experts believe agencies cannot treat AI as a legal shield

Imran Fazal Jul 8, 2026 9:30 AM

Atul Hegde?blur=25

Truecaller’s Hemant Arora remembered Atul Hegde not only for his entrepreneurial achievements, but also for his humility, approachability and the warmth he brought to every industry interaction

e4m Staff Jul 7, 2026 8:26 PM

WTF backs BTG?blur=25

BTG retains its founders, its team and its creative independence

e4m Staff Jul 7, 2026 8:14 AM

aaj tak?blur=25

Vertical TV is available on Aaj Tak app and Aaj Tak's YouTube channel

e4m Staff Jul 6, 2026 9:46 PM

Broadcasters Meet to Address BARC Ratings Suspension Impact?blur=25

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

Indian freedom movement?blur=25

Author and historian Bhuvan Lall traces how the Ghadr movement emerged in America under Har Dayal's leadership, laying the foundations for India's global struggle for independence

Bhuvan Lall Jul 4, 2026 8:27 AM

Fifa?blur=25

The analysis was based on commercial advertising aired during breaks in live matches across seven linear television channels and four CTV language feeds

e4m Staff Jul 3, 2026 6:23 PM

aha's Influencer Reality Show Attracts Major Brand Partnerships?blur=25

As India's First Influencer Reality Show, the property brings together some of the region's most popular digital creators, who collectively command millions of followers across platforms

e4m Staff Jul 3, 2026 4:00 PM

Mohalla Tech Plans $400 Million IPO to Boost ShareChat Growth?blur=25

As per reports, the company plans to go public over the next year

e4m Staff Jul 3, 2026 10:00 AM

The Future of Television Measurement: Can a Single Currency Return??blur=25

Marketers and brand leaders are unanimous that TV measurement needs to go beyond traditional reach, frequency metrics by combining cross-media audience measurement with richer content intelligence

Shantanu David Jul 3, 2026 8:57 AM

FMCG Sector Monitors El Niño Impact Amid Festive Season Optimism?blur=25

A weak monsoon could squeeze rural incomes, raise food inflation and slow consumption in price-sensitive markets. But marketers say the impact may not be uniform

Kanchan Srivastava Jul 3, 2026 8:45 AM

Ranjan Malik, Co-founder of Primalise?blur=25

Guest Column: Ranjan Malik, Co-founder of Primalise, writes on the hidden pattern behind stalled restructures, failed culture programmes, sluggish digital initiatives and disappointing AI rollouts

Ranjan Malik Jul 2, 2026 4:57 PM

Lina Wall Borgenbring?blur=25

Borgenbring will work across markets and functions, helping connect people, strengthen capabilities and support the communications community on a global scale

e4m Staff Jul 2, 2026 10:38 AM

The evolution of strategic silence strategy?blur=25

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

Brands Rethink Influencer Marketing Budgets Amid Rising Costs?blur=25

Marketers say that while creators are increasingly becoming part of the media mix, influencer marketing accounts for just 3-10% of the ad spends

Shalinee Mishra Jul 2, 2026 9:40 AM

Abhimanyu Khanna Takes Charge as Head of Rights Acquisition at JioHotstar?blur=25

Khanna's earlier role at JioHotstar was as Senior Director Premium Sports

e4m Desk Jul 2, 2026 9:27 AM

MIB Freezes BARC TV Ratings Amid Licence Renewal Process?blur=25

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

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd.?blur=25

German Football League - Bundesliga matches to stream on Zee 5 and air across Unite8 Sports channels

e4m Staff Jul 1, 2026 3:42 PM

Zee Media Secures ₹19 Crore from FPI's Equity Conversion?blur=25

According to the company, the equity shares have been issued at ₹8.50 per share, including a premium of ₹7.50 per share

e4m Staff Jul 1, 2026 11:19 AM