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Complete removal of duty on newsprint, fixing tax asymmetry between digital and print & incorporation of FM radio into mobile handsets top the Budget wishlist of industry heads
e4m Staff Jan 28, 2026 12:09 PM
Industry experts see early green shoots in December, but say the recovery remains gradual
e4m Staff Jan 27, 2026 10:05 AM
While there has been no official confirmation so far, reliable sources indicate that discussions are underway for Dwivedi to take on a role centred around Hindi YouTube content
e4m Staff Jan 22, 2026 12:41 PM
Partnership is for Leeford’s orthopedic & mobility aids division; nationwide ‘Fit Raho, Hit Raho’ campaign launched
NATIVE CONTENT Jan 21, 2026 9:53 AM
While the TRAI frames itself as the guardian of consumer interest and market order, the MIB retains control over licensing, policy framing and final rule-making
e4m Staff Jan 20, 2026 2:52 PM
Premiumisation in kids’ care has moved beyond products to become a lifestyle choice, reshaping how Indian families spend across education, wellness, clothing and everyday life
e4m Staff Jan 19, 2026 11:58 AM
With strong viewership across regional and rural India, TV news is poised to unlock new revenue opportunities
e4m Staff Jan 19, 2026 11:57 AM
As people, creators and AI shape belief earlier in the journey, advertising is being repositioned—from persuasion engine to trust amplifier: marketers and advertising leaders tell e4m
e4m Staff Jan 16, 2026 12:42 PM
Industry leaders are also calling for higher infrastructure spending, stronger credit support for MSMEs, and targeted incentives to improve competitiveness
e4m Staff Jan 15, 2026 11:31 AM
According to sources, a broadcasters’ body has urged the government to reduce GST on subscriptions across cable television and OTT platforms from the current 18 % to 5%
e4m Staff Jan 14, 2026 11:47 AM
Before this promotion, Shreyas Mehrotra served as Marketing Head at Airtel Business
e4m Staff Jan 14, 2026 11:46 AM
BJP emerged as the largest spender by a wide margin, investing Rs 2.33 crore across 685 ads
Sunidhi Vijay Jan 14, 2026 11:37 AM
Broadcasters are increasingly integrating digital creators into TV, offering new platforms and opportunities as traditional media adapts to the creator-driven attention economy
Shalinee Mishra Jan 13, 2026 11:23 AM
The government is fast-tracking new legislation as Ofcom investigates concerns over AI-generated sexual content on digital platforms
e4m Staff Jan 13, 2026 11:08 AM
In this ICYMI report, we break down India's 2026 mindset: how confidence and concern are fighting for the driver's seat.
e4m Staff Jan 12, 2026 12:52 PM
Prior to joining DBS Bank, Karen Ngui worked at Standard Chartered Bank
e4m Staff Jan 12, 2026 12:50 PM
Actor Vijay’s brand now spans cinema and politics, prompting questions about how his films and public image influence each other and the potential implications for his brand
Pooja Yadav Jan 12, 2026 12:46 PM
A wide spectrum of brands has lined up behind the WPL this season, cutting across FMCG, automotive, consumer durables, BFSI, technology, lifestyle and home-improvement categories
e4m Staff Jan 12, 2026 11:49 AM
Laqshya Media Group will orchestrate the entire spectator experience across all 22 matches
e4m Staff Jan 9, 2026 11:54 AM
News broadcasters are looking at live events as brand extensions rather than immediate P&L drivers, offering visibility, audience engagement and cross-platform value, share experts
e4m Staff Jan 9, 2026 11:52 AM
SPNI India is expected to announce an organisational rejig this month, with sources indicating that up to 180 to 200 roles could be impacted as part of a cost rationalisation exercise
e4m Staff Jan 9, 2026 11:34 AM
Sangani, who took charge as CEO – News18 Digital in April 2025, has been one of the key architects of Network18’s digital news business over the last several years
FMCG players are expected to raise ad spends by 10% in Q3 and Q4, even as they rethink how—and where—incremental investments should be deployed
Prior to the elevation, Milan Partani was General Manager - User Growth and Content Commerce
Prior to this appointment, Madhav Nayak was associated with Yum! Brands
e4m Staff Jan 7, 2026 11:38 AM
In his expanded role, Siddharth Shekhar will oversee government and public sector, BFSI, education and automotive sectors
e4m Staff Jan 7, 2026 11:35 AM
Fastvertising is real-time marketing that joins live cultural moments with relevance, letting brands earn attention rather than buy it in a market of scarce focus
e4m Staff Jan 7, 2026 11:00 AM
Avinash Kaul's next move is not known but it is believed he has been approached by large media and tech players to lead their operations and also to serve on the board of these large enterprises
e4m Staff Jan 7, 2026 10:47 AM
From hit-driven businesses to IP-led studios, content producers are reworking their financial playbooks as costs rise, revenues fragment and global ambitions sharpen
e4m Staff Jan 7, 2026 10:34 AM
This strategy is not new, but its renewed visibility in 2024 and 2025 points to a larger shift
Shalinee Mishra Jan 6, 2026 1:28 PM
As influencer marketing enters 2026, the industry is confronting a paradox. While creator supply continues to expand, tolerance for surface-level influence is rapidly shrinking
e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 11:43 AM
Santoor, according to parent company Wipro Consumer Care, has emerged as India’s largest soap brand, clocking an estimated revenue of Rs 2,850 crore in 2025
e4m Staff Jan 5, 2026 11:29 AM
Industry awaits clarity on capacity, slot disclosures and auction rules ahead of FY26 DD Free Dish bidding
Tasmayee Laha Roy Jan 5, 2026 10:56 AM
Awasthi had been associated with NDTV India for nearly two and a half years as Consulting Editor
e4m Staff Nov 21, 2025 9:39 AM
In practice, DIPR rates are typically 10% to 50% higher than DAVP rates
Chehneet Kaur Nov 14, 2025 1:32 PM
Industry insiders say excluding landing page viewership from TRPs could shrink annual spends on this marketing channel by up to 70%, forcing networks to rethink distribution-led visibility strategies
Aditi Gupta Nov 11, 2025 12:23 PM
Arnab Ray has been leading the Tata Motors PV and Tata. ev businesses at FCB Ulka for the last six years
Ankush Gadi of Franklin Templeton India explains how AI and analytics are reshaping asset management, from lead scoring and sales intelligence to governed personalization and explainable AI.
e4m Staff Sep 3, 2025 12:27 PM
Salesforce trims roles as AI takes on more routine support tasks, reflecting a wider enterprise shift to automated service with human oversight and stronger governance.
e4m Staff Sep 3, 2025 12:23 PM
EnterMind launches in Singapore with a whole brain AI model to help enterprises in Southeast Asia and India scale real world AI across retail, telecom, finance and insurance..
e4m Staff Sep 3, 2025 12:16 PM
Samarth Sharma has been with the news organisation for more than four years and was elevated as COO in January 2023
e4m Staff Nov 14, 2024 8:18 AM
As a part of this association, she will feature in its upcoming initiatives, campaigns
e4m Desk Sep 13, 2024 10:20 AM
In this edition of Pitch BrandTalk, Vineeth Vishwambharan, VP & Business Head - Marketing & Sales, Adani Wilmar Ltd. shares marketing initiatives, plans for the festive season and more
e4m Staff Sep 12, 2024 1:03 PM