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Pankaj Pawar Takes Over as CEO of Jio Platforms Ahead of IPO?blur=25

Pankaj Pawar, also Managing Director of Reliance Jio Infocomm, replaces Kiran Thomas

e4m Desk Jul 14, 2026 8:54 AM

Brands Shift Focus of Websites from Sales to Consumer Engagement?blur=25

Experts say company websites need to evolve from a transaction platform to a brand's most authentic destination with emphasis on structured product information, rich content and accurate data

Sunidhi Vijay Jul 6, 2026 9:07 AM

Radhika Bhirani Takes Over as Lifestyle Editor at HT City?blur=25

Bhirani was heading editorial content for Health Shots for 5 years

e4m Desk Jul 2, 2026 8:35 AM

Ads of the week?blur=25

From restaurant bills to AI futures, this week's best ads leaned into humour, nostalgia, and storytelling that had something real to say

Aryendra Khan Jun 27, 2026 9:00 AM

US-Iran thaw may lift sentiment, but brands likely to wait for stability?blur=25

Softer crude prices and a steadier rupee may ease pressure on marketers ahead of the festive season, though advertisers are likely to see it as a signal of confidence, not a spending trigger

Kanchan Srivastava Jun 22, 2026 9:14 AM

The creative mandate will be jointly led by industry veterans Anuraag Khandelwal and Mayur Varma as Joint Chief Creative Officers, while Rohitash Srivastava will oversee strategy and planning in the role of Chief Strategy Officer.?blur=25

The creative mandate will be jointly led by Anuraag Khandelwal and Mayur Varma as Joint Chief Creative Officers, while Rohitash Srivastava will be Chief Strategy Officer

Imran Fazal Jun 6, 2026 3:35 PM

Rucha Pandit Takes Over as CEO of ListenFirst Media?blur=25

Miranda McWeeney is stepping down from her role as Chief Executive Officer

e4m Staff Jun 2, 2026 9:01 AM

Special address by Dr Kiran Khanna?blur=25

Dr Kiran Khanna on the complexity of women’s leadership journeys, the persistent gender disparities, and the importance of collective support for emerging women leaders

e4m Staff May 27, 2026 12:58 PM

Kiran Mani Leaves JioStar for OpenAI Asia-Pacific Role?blur=25

The CEO-Digital at JioStar will be joining OpenAI to spearhead its Asia-Pacific expansion

e4m Desk May 25, 2026 12:53 PM

cannes?blur=25

The broader delegation also includes Sufi Motiwala, Ishita Mangal, Nidhi Kumar Ishani Mitra, among others

Shalinee Mishra May 11, 2026 6:06 PM

Claire Mazumdar named successor to lead Biocon?blur=25

Claire Mazumdar, 37, is Kiran's niece and is currently the CEO of Bicara Therapeutics

e4m Desk May 5, 2026 11:36 AM

advertising money?blur=25

With WARC flagging $94bn in global ad growth at risk amid US–Iran tensions, India’s market may see sharper volatility, as auto joins aviation, real estate & fashion in cutting Q1 spends by 10–50%

Kanchan Srivastava Apr 24, 2026 8:22 AM

Painted walls to kirana shutters: Why rural OOH is winning brands across sectors?blur=25

While FMCG and consumables are big on rural OOH, E-vehicle brands, fintech platforms and D2C firms are also turning to the medium to build trust

Chehneet Kaur Apr 21, 2026 9:01 AM

Crisis Communication in the energy sector?blur=25

As India navigates a complex energy landscape, industry experts unpack the challenges of pricing, perception, and transition, while highlighting what the new communications playbook must look like

Ritika Upmanyu Apr 14, 2026 4:15 PM

inflation, falling rupee, sensex volatility?blur=25

GDP growth projections of 7–7.4% for FY27 face considerable downside risks, GoI has said; inflation, falling rupee & sensex volatility may soften consumption and impact advertising, experts warn

Kanchan Srivastava Apr 3, 2026 8:59 AM

Uday Shankar, Vice-Chairman, JioStar?blur=25

Uday Shankar, Vice-Chairman, JioStar, has said in an internal note that Kiran Mani will remain with JioStar until early-June to help in the transition

e4m Staff Mar 25, 2026 1:06 PM

Kiran Mani appointed OpenAI Managing Director Asia Pacific?blur=25

Mani will assume the role of Managing Director for Asia-Pacific in June and will be based out of Singapore

e4m Staff Mar 25, 2026 12:35 PM

BARC?blur=25

In an order dated 6 March, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting directed BARC to suspend TRP reporting for four weeks

e4m Staff Mar 24, 2026 5:14 PM

Zee Entertainment sales restructuring leadership update?blur=25

As part of the overhaul, ZEEL has elevated multiple executives into Chief Sales Officer (CSO) roles across key markets and content clusters

Imran Fazal Mar 24, 2026 5:08 PM

Smriti Irani?blur=25

After a successful run in the entertainment industry as an actor, producer and public figure, Irani transitioned into politics in 2003

e4m Staff Mar 23, 2026 11:04 AM

With US-Israel-Iran conflict impacting travel, OTAs rethink advertising strategy?blur=25

Online travel agencies are shifting marketing spends towards stable corridors with messaging being centred on flexibility, value and clarity

Pooja Yadav Mar 20, 2026 9:14 AM

advertising?blur=25

From brand safety to budget strategy, marketers navigate a new reality where global uncertainty shapes campaigns as much as consumer data

Anuja Jain Mar 18, 2026 9:25 AM

Newsprint prices set for 15% hike as geopolitical tensions inflate costs?blur=25

Industry sources say the impact will be reflected in the system gradually on account of existing inventory buffers, but multiple cost pressures are signalling an upward movement in the commodity cycle

Chehneet Kaur Mar 18, 2026 9:09 AM

advertising?blur=25

With shipments disrupted, rupee weakened and retail inflation rising, brands across FMCG, fashion, beauty, jewellery and hospitality to reassess marketing budgets

Kanchan Srivastava Mar 16, 2026 9:32 AM

LPG shortage?blur=25

Shares of food delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Eternal have reportedly come under pressure after reports of LPG shortages disrupting restaurant operations across several cities

Pooja Yadav Mar 13, 2026 8:49 AM

Kiran Mani joins Board of Dept of Management Studies - IIT Madras ?blur=25

The CEO at Jiostar will be engaging with faculty and students and strengthen the department’s connections with industry 

e4m Staff Mar 12, 2026 1:24 PM

MIb?blur=25

The four-week pause could be extended further if authorities believe the risk of panic-mongering or sensationalism persists

Ruhail Amin Mar 6, 2026 6:25 PM

print?blur=25

Experts say the trajectory of newsprint prices will depend largely on how the ongoing geopolitical tensions evolve, particularly their impact on oil prices and shipping routes

Chehneet Kaur Mar 6, 2026 8:58 AM

X?blur=25

The Elon Musk owned platform says creators must clearly label AI-generated conflict footage or face suspension from its monetisation programme

Vaishnavi Deshpande Mar 5, 2026 2:43 PM

FMCG?blur=25

Peshwa Acharya: Senior CXO, Business Strategist, and Consultant writes on how FMCG stores are sitting on a data goldmine and how most aren’t aware  

Peshwa Acharya Mar 2, 2026 9:24 AM

Middle East conflict puts Indian businesses on watch; several ad campaigns put on hold?blur=25

Aviation, travel, FMCG, fashion and logistics advertisers among the first to recalibrate marketing spends, executives tell e4m

Kanchan Srivastava Mar 2, 2026 8:24 AM

Prabhkiran Singh stepping down from Bewakoof?blur=25

Prabhkiran Singh, who led the company for 14 years, will exit by March-end

e4m Desk Feb 24, 2026 12:11 PM

quick commerce?blur=25

Experts say supermarkets are gradually losing marketing clout as 15–50% trade budgets shift to quick commerce

Pooja Yadav Feb 23, 2026 9:13 AM

Niranjan Kaushik launches The Bible Factory book?blur=25

The book offers a sharp, practical, and deeply intuitive framework for transforming raw ideas into fully developed story worlds

e4m Staff Jan 27, 2026 12:56 PM

Budget?blur=25

Guest Column: Dr Shashiranjan Jha, Education & Human Capital Development Specialist & Independent Consultant at Asian Development Bank, shares how Budget 2026–27 arrives at a critical inflection point

Dr Shashiranjan Jha Jan 20, 2026 6:24 PM

Usha Bhandarkar?blur=25

Guest Column: Communications and branding expert Kiran Khalap and late Usha Bhandarkar’s daughter Malika Bhandarkar remember the advertising legend

Malika Bhandarkar & Kiran Khalap Jan 12, 2026 4:08 PM

Srivatsava Sunkara appointed Chairperson of Sri Adhikari Brothers Television Network?blur=25

The Board of Directors of SABTNL has accepted the resignation of Kiran Kumar Inampudi from the role of Chairperson

e4m Staff Jan 6, 2026 5:00 PM

Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal, Maharaja in Denims, Mahabharat: Ek Dharmayudh?blur=25

A growing number of film projects — particularly mythological and historical ones that are expensive and time-taking to mount — are now being produced with GenAI

Kanchan Srivastava Nov 24, 2025 8:47 AM

AI Impact Summit?blur=25

Jensen underscored how India’s grassroots adoption of AI is outpacing most global markets

Brij Pahwa Nov 14, 2025 4:35 PM

Tribute to Piyush Pandey by Niranjan Kaushik, Fingerprint Films?blur=25

Niranjan Kaushik, the Chief Content Officer at Fingerprint Films, India, an advertising creative director and filmmaker, has paid tribute to adman Piyush Pandey

e4m Staff Oct 24, 2025 1:44 PM

Comedy Khiladigalu returns on Zee Kannada?blur=25

The show premieres on 25th October at 9 PM, and will air every weekend

e4m Staff Oct 23, 2025 5:06 PM

Bill Gates in ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’?blur=25

The episodes featuring Bill Gates will air starting 23rd October on Star Plus and will stream on JioHot-star

e4m Staff Oct 23, 2025 3:17 PM

Punit Misra appointed President Chairman Office and CBO at Allcargo Group?blur=25

Before joining Allcargo Group, Punit Misra held key leadership positions at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd

e4m Staff Oct 23, 2025 12:41 PM

Rajat Mendhi appointed Head of Planning Monks India?blur=25

Rajat Mendhi’s mandate will be to drive planning and cultural insight development for the agency

e4m Staff Oct 14, 2025 9:22 AM

The Director Economy?blur=25

By delivering campaigns that balance creativity with strategy, these filmmakers have reshaped the commercial landscape, setting new benchmarks for cultural relevance, emotional engagement

Soumya Gawri Oct 11, 2025 8:47 AM