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Aahana Dhar Named Airbnb Head of Communications for India & SE Asia

Aahana Dhar has joined Airbnb as the Head of Communications for India and Southeast Asia, bringing her expertise to strengthen the company’s regional presence and brand story. In this role, she will lead strategic communication efforts across diverse markets, driving engagement and amplifying Airbnb’s mission to create meaningful travel experiences. With a strong background in … Read more

#NurtureNature 5.0 by HDFC Mutual Fund Makes School Bags from Plastic

To mark World Environment Day, HDFC Mutual Fund has launched the fifth edition of its flagship sustainability initiative, #NurtureNature 5.0, in alignment with the United Nations’ 2025 theme: “Ending Plastic Pollution.” This year’s campaign reinforces the brand’s commitment to sustainability by giving plastic waste a purposeful second life. Continuing its legacy of environmental stewardship, HDFC Mutual Fund aims to inspire individuals to take … Read more

Duolingo CEO Clarifies AI Remarks, Says Employee Jobs Are Not at Risk

Luis von Ahn, CEO of language-learning platform Duolingo, has clarified the company’s position on artificial intelligence (AI), assuring that jobs are not at risk, following internal comments that had raised concerns among staff and contractors. In a LinkedIn post shared on Thursday, von Ahn addressed the controversy: “To be clear: I do not see AI as replacing … Read more

OnePlus Partners with Gods Reign to Power India’s Esports Ecosystem

OnePlus has announced a strategic partnership with Gods Reign, a leading Indian esports organisation, in a collaboration enabled by Times One, the gaming vertical of Times OOH. This alliance reflects OnePlus’s continued commitment to performance, speed, and innovation, while supporting the rapid growth of India’s competitive gaming landscape. Driving Innovation in Esports The partnership aims to: This collaboration underlines OnePlus’s ambition … Read more

RCB Marketing Head Nikhil Sosale Arrested Over Bengaluru Stampede

Bengaluru Police have arrested Nikhil Sosale, head of marketing and revenue for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), in connection with the June 4 stampede that occurred during the team’s IPL victory celebrations. The incident outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium left 11 dead and 64 injured. Sosale, an executive with Diageo India, was taken into custody following pressure from the Karnataka government. Known for his previous role at United … Read more

Vijay Mallya Apologises for Kingfisher Collapse, Denies ‘Chor’ Label

In a rare and candid public appearance, Vijay Mallya, the former liquor baron and chairman of the defunct Kingfisher Airlines, has offered an apology for the airline’s collapse while rejecting accusations of theft, asserting he is no “chor” (thief). Speaking during a four-hour podcast interview with entrepreneur Raj Shamani, released on Thursday, Mallya addressed the controversy that has surrounded him for … Read more

The Whole Truth’s Honest No-Waste Campaign Wins Hearts with Near-Expiry Giveaway

‘Help us not waste this food’: The Whole Truth wins internet with honest, no-waste marketing move Mumbai-based health food brand The Whole Truth has garnered widespread praise online for a transparent initiative aimed at reducing food waste by distributing near-expiry products to customers. The story started when X user Uddhav Parab shared a photo of … Read more

Ogilvy India Launches Ogilvy Consulting; Neeraj Bassi to Lead Practice

Ogilvy India has officially launched Ogilvy Consulting, its strategic business transformation arm, appointing Neeraj Bassi as the India Head of the new practice. Bassi will operate out of the Ogilvy Gurugram office, where he will also serve as Head of Strategic Planning for Ogilvy India (North). Globally, Ogilvy Consulting focuses on solving three critical business challenges-Growth … Read more

PokerBaazi Appoints Gunisha Sinha as Game Ambassador

PokerBaazi has officially announced Gunisha Sinha as its newest Game Ambassador, also known as a Team Pro. With this appointment, Gunisha joins the elite PokerBaazi Team Pro lineup alongside Indian poker stalwarts Abhishek Goindi, Zarvan Tumboli, and Laksh Pal Singh. A qualified dentist and classically trained musician, Gunisha represents a new wave of professionals reshaping … Read more

bigbasket Turns Bus Shelters into Green Spaces for Environment Day

To mark World Environment Day, bigbasket, a TATA enterprise and leading online supermarket, has transformed bus shelters in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Delhi into lush green billboards. These garden installations bring sustainability into the daily commute, turning ordinary transit points into living testaments of environmental responsibility. In Bengaluru, one such shelter features the message: “With EVs … Read more