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8 in 10 Shoppers Discover Products on Social Media, Led by Meta: Study

A recent Meta-commissioned GWI study reveals that nearly 80% of Indian consumers discover new products through social media, with 96% of these discoveries occurring on Meta platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The study highlights the significant role of short-form video content in driving purchases. Approximately one-third of viewers who watch videos or Reels featuring products … Read more

ITC Aashirvaad Masala Launches AI Campaign Featuring Actor Nani

An AI-powered digital experience lets users create personalised movie posters with Nani, spotlighting homemakers as co-stars. Following the appointment of actor Nani as the brand ambassador for Aashirvaad Masalas in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, ITC has rolled out an innovative digital campaign powered by AI and delivered via a WhatsApp bot. This experience allows users … Read more

Axis Max Life Insurance appoints Sumit Madan as MD and CEO

Axis Max Life Insurance, formerly Max Life Insurance Company, has announced the appointment of Sumit Madan as its new MD and CEO, effective October 1, 2025, pending regulatory approvals. Madan, currently the Chief Distribution Officer, will succeed Prashant Tripathy, who is stepping down on September 30 to pursue personal interests. With over 25 years of … Read more

SBI General Insurance appoints Mohd. Arif Khan as Deputy CEO

SBI General Insurance has appointed Mohd. Arif Khan as Deputy CEO. A veteran banker with over 25 years at State Bank of India, Khan brings extensive leadership experience across retail banking, strategy, and operations. Most recently, he served as General Manager, Network-I at SBI’s Thiruvananthapuram office. Welcoming him, MD & CEO Naveen Chandra Jha highlighted … Read more

Dolly Tayal Appointed PRCAI National Chair (2025–2027)

Dolly Tayal, Managing Director at Burson Genesis, has been appointed as the National Chair for Marketing Communications and Global Network at PRCAI’s Executive Committee for 2025–2027. A respected industry leader, Tayal’s new role underscores PRCAI’s focus on strengthening global alliances and advancing strategic communications in India’s evolving PR landscape.

Mayar Penkar set to join DB Corp as COO – Corporate Sales

Industry veteran Mayar Penkar is set to join DB Corp as COO – Corporate Sales, following the exit of Satyajit Sengupta in April. With over 22 years at Sony Pictures Networks India, Penkar brings deep expertise in sales, digital transformation, and platform-agnostic monetization. His appointment marks a strategic move by DB Corp to strengthen integrated … Read more

Havas Media India Announces Key Leadership Elevations

Ramsai Panchapakesan, Binu Thomas, and Manish Sharma step into expanded roles to drive growth and innovation. Havas Media India has announced strategic leadership elevations across its investment and business divisions, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and client-centric growth. Ramsai Panchapakesan has been elevated to President – Investments and Partnerships. With over 28 years of media experience, he … Read more