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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

Week in Ads?blur=25

From disappearing faces to a boardroom run by pink wigs, this week's ads bet big on the absurd

Aryendra Khan Jul 11, 2026 8:06 AM

MIB Forms Committee to Review Diljit Dosanjh's Film 'Satluj'?blur=25

According to reports, the committee has been tasked with reviewing the film's content and will submit its recommendations to the Centre

e4m Staff Jul 10, 2026 9:16 AM

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

Liqvd Digital India Seeks ₹37 Crore Through Upcoming IPO?blur=25

The proposed public issue comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to ₹37 crore, along with an Offer for Sale by certain promoter shareholders

e4m Staff Jun 30, 2026 1:03 PM

sandeep goyal?blur=25

Guest Column: Dr. Sandeep Goyal compares the rise, mindset and impact of prodigies Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sachin Tendulkar and Naomi Osaka

Sandeep Goyal Jun 3, 2026 5:32 PM

Digital Advertising Thrives Amid Economic Uncertainty in 2026?blur=25

TAM AdEx’s Feb-April 2026 data shows one clear winner: digital. While TV, radio & print remained restrained or volatile, digital advertising stayed sharply above the average-month benchmark

Kanchan Srivastava Jun 2, 2026 8:33 AM

How affordable premium is reshaping consumption in India?blur=25

Beauty and personal care brands are rapidly adapting to consumers seeking premium experiences at accessible price points, with mini serums, travel-sized perfumes and trial packs driving acquisition

Sunidhi Vijay May 15, 2026 8:43 AM

Jasmeet Singh has been elevated to the role of Chief Business Officer -Holidays & Experiences at MakeMyTrip?blur=25

He was earlier the Chief Commercial Officer – Holidays, Visas, Experiences & Cruises

e4m Staff May 5, 2026 2:01 PM

Simca?blur=25

The Mumbai-based company seeks to scale its presence in the OOH advertising segment and deepen its play in digital OOH inventory

e4m Staff Apr 29, 2026 1:35 PM

search?blur=25

As consumers actively articulate their requirements through queries, brands are beginning to use these signals as a real-time pulse of demand to inform planning, creative and media strategies

Sunidhi Vijay Apr 27, 2026 8:37 AM

Kory Marchisotto appointed President of e.l.f. Brands?blur=25

The company has also named Oshiya Savur as Chief Marketing Officer, e.l.f. Brands and Ekta Chopra as Chief Technology & AI Officer

e4m Staff Apr 24, 2026 6:18 PM

MSMEs boost digital ad spend 21% YoY on measurable ROI, lower barriers & AI?blur=25

The rise of MSME spending is decentralising India’s digital ad ecosystem, say industry leaders; digital now central to customer acquisition, brand building and market expansion 

Sunidhi Vijay Mar 9, 2026 8:42 AM

Industry backs Budget 2026’s focus on capex, manufacturing and MSMEs?blur=25

Industry leaders noted that the emphasis on continuity, manufacturing and infrastructure provides greater policy visibility and confidence for long-term investments

Sunidhi Vijay Feb 2, 2026 7:58 AM

BW Businessworld's latest issue?blur=25

With budget 2026 expectations, the issue explores how MSMEs are redefining ambition through discipline, digital maturity and institutional thinking

e4m Staff Jan 23, 2026 7:42 PM

Jigar Vyas appointed Chief Financial Officer at CaratLane?blur=25

In this role, Jigar will be responsible for driving financial strategy, strengthening governance and ensuring capital efficiency

e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 12:02 PM

Anshu Arora Sindhwani appointed as Head of Product at MARS Cosmetics?blur=25

Anshu Arora Sindhwani has held leadership positions at companies such as AkzoNobel (Dulux), Colorbar, Mary Kay and Win-Medicare

e4m Staff Nov 3, 2025 11:40 AM

Anmol Sahai Mathur - Vice President of MARS Cosmetics?blur=25

In his new role, Anmol will focus on strengthening MARS’s brand identity, growing its digital presence, and creating marketing campaigns

e4m Staff Sep 8, 2025 11:10 AM

Ashutosh Valani, Co-Founder, Renee Cosmetics?blur=25

Co-Founder Ashutosh Valani on building a modern Indian beauty brand with data-driven insights, MarTech adoption, and a mix of celebrity power and digital-first strategy

Ananya Patil Sep 3, 2025 12:22 PM

PayU?blur=25

The ‘Ho jayega’ campaign film highlights PayU’s commitment to MSMEs

e4m Staff Aug 19, 2025 1:10 PM

Mohanlal x Vinsmera Jewels?blur=25

In Vinsmera Jewels’ latest ad, Mohanlal brings elegance and edge, adorning jewellery with ease as he challenges traditional ideas of masculinity

e4m Staff Jul 24, 2025 12:40 PM

Ananya Birla?blur=25

The company currently houses two brands, LOVETC and Contraband

e4m Staff Jul 21, 2025 9:34 AM

Gargi Sarkar?blur=25

Guest Column: Gargi Sarkar, Founder & MD of RA Brand Consultant, shares on how branding drives business

Gargi Sarkar Jul 8, 2025 1:51 PM

MarTech?blur=25

India’s MarTech industry is currently experiencing a compound annual growth rate of 25.6% between 2024 and 2030, according to a report by Grand View Research

Brij Pahwa Apr 22, 2025 6:37 PM

Sudha Sarin?blur=25

Her career stints include IPAN Hill & Knowlton, Sampark Public Relations, Ketchum Sampark, and others

e4m Staff Apr 1, 2025 3:56 PM

BW Emerging Business Summit & Awards 2025?blur=25

Recognising India’s leading MSME players, celebrating innovation, resilience and sustainable growth at BW Emerging Business Summit and Awards 2025

e4m Staff Feb 13, 2025 6:30 PM

Team Marksmen Network?blur=25

In addition to his leadership role, Kapoor will also be part of TMN’s revised capitalsation table

e4m Staff Jan 28, 2025 6:41 PM

d2c?blur=25

D2C brands The Sleep Company, SMOOR and Renee Cosmetics share the defining strategies that led to booming businesses in 2024 as well as their roadmap for 2025

Chehneet Kaur Dec 13, 2024 9:10 AM

Vineeta Singh Impact 50 Most Influential Women of 2024?blur=25

Vineeta Singh, Co-Founder and CEO of Sugar Cosmetics, was among Impact’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2024

e4m Staff Dec 5, 2024 10:37 PM

Liberty General Insurance?blur=25

This collaboration aims to enhance financial security for businesses, allowing them to focus on growth and sustainability with peace of mind

e4m Staff Nov 25, 2024 3:10 PM

Swiss Beauty?blur=25

#SajDhajKe is Swiss Beauty's latest campaign that highlights how the new-age bride confidently takes charge of her big day

e4m Staff Nov 22, 2024 9:17 AM

Sugar Cosmetics?blur=25

In the previous year, Sugar Cosmetics' revenue stood at Rs 420.28 cr

e4m Desk Nov 13, 2024 11:30 AM

anil ambani?blur=25

Anil Ambani, after Adani, is the other 'A' in India's index. Rally in Reliance Power and Reliance Infra picks up as markets give a thumbs up to the news of the companies becoming debt free

e4m Staff Sep 19, 2024 3:06 PM

Krishnan Sundaram?blur=25

Krishnan Sundaram stepped down from Hindustan Unilever (HUL) in December 2023 after 23 years with the FMCG giant

e4m Desk Aug 12, 2024 10:09 AM

PayNearby?blur=25

As per the MSME Digital Index 2024, released by PayNearby, 65% of MSMEs use digital technology for daily business operations

e4m Staff Jun 26, 2024 1:42 PM

Ajay Thakur BSE SME & Startup?blur=25

Thakur joined BSE in 1996 as the Head-Arbitration

e4m Staff Apr 18, 2024 8:41 AM

Kartik Smetacek Rohit Malkani L&K Saatchi & Saatchi?blur=25

In a freewheeling chat, Kartik Smetacek and Rohit Malkani, Chief Creative Officers, L&K Saatchi & Saatchi, spoke about challenges in advertising, creative work during IPL and elections and much more

Tanzila Shaikh Apr 8, 2024 8:40 AM

sudha sarin?blur=25

Sudha Sarin, Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications, Power2SME won the ‘Innovative leader of the year’ award at the 4th edition of e4m Women Achievers’ Awards 2023

e4m Staff Apr 4, 2024 3:53 PM

SME digital marketing?blur=25

The transformation is marked by introduction of novel tools, enticing pricing models, and exclusive deals aimed at democratizing digital ad spaces for small advertisers

Shantanu David Mar 12, 2024 8:57 AM

Digital advertising Redseer?blur=25

Growth in advertising spending reduced for most sectors in FY24, with eCommerce being the only exception, says a report released by Redseer Strategy Consultants

e4m Staff Mar 1, 2024 11:31 AM

BW Businessworld?blur=25

The latest issue explores the resilience of Indian capital markets, underscoring the trend of SMEs going public, India's global positioning at Davos, and top supply chain leaders

e4m Staff Feb 5, 2024 5:48 PM

ONDC?blur=25

The 145-second film weaves together a tapestry of stories featuring archetypes of sellers and showcasing the journey of individuals from various walks of life

e4m Staff Jan 29, 2024 11:14 AM

Rohit Malkani, Kartik Smetacek L&K Saatchi & Saatchi?blur=25

Kartik and Rohit joined L&K Saatchi & Saatchi in 2014 and 2016, respectively, as Executive Creative Directors and were later promoted to Joint National Creative Directors in 2019

e4m Staff Dec 21, 2023 5:57 PM

Whistle?blur=25

The film makes a case for correcting teeth imperfections that can dent confidence and cause communication issues

e4m Staff Dec 21, 2023 5:34 PM

Jasmeen Kaur?blur=25

Riding on these trends is a good way for brands to maintain relevance, say experts, but viral meme sensations aren't trained influencers and can backfire for the brand

Tanzila Shaikh Nov 24, 2023 9:03 AM