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Virat Kohli Busts Train Travel Myths in ConfirmTkt’s New #TravelKiFullGuarantee Campaign

Online train ticketing platform ConfirmTkt has launched a new ad campaign featuring Virat Kohli, alongside fellow cricketers Krunal Pandya and Rajat Patidar, to promote its innovative Travel Guarantee feature. The TV commercial, part of the #TravelKiFullGuarantee campaign, cleverly tackles the frustration of unconfirmed train tickets and offers a compelling solution—up to 3X refund on waitlisted bookings. The ad, airing across TV, OTT, and digital platforms, sees Kohli … Read more

Rural India’s Online Media Usage Soars 28% Since 2022: GroupM-Kantar Report

Rural India is experiencing a digital revolution, with online media usage growing by 28% since 2022, according to the Rural Barometer Report 2025 by GroupM and Kantar. The report reveals a rapidly evolving rural consumer mindset shaped by financial caution and rising digital engagement. Despite economic pressures and inflation, rural consumers are embracing digital platforms across age groups and income levels. Seven in … Read more

Google Suspends 2.9 Million Ad Accounts, Removes 247.4 Million Ads in India in 2024

In a major crackdown on ad policy violations, Google suspended 2.9 million advertiser accounts in India and removed 247.4 million ads in 2024, according to its Annual Ads Safety Report. This move highlights the tech giant’s growing efforts to combat online scams and enforce stricter advertising standards. Globally, Google took even more aggressive action—suspending over 39.2 million advertiser accounts, removing 5.1 … Read more

Sunscreen Showdown: Honasa and HUL Lock Horns Over Ad Campaigns

A fierce rivalry in India’s fast-growing skincare market has erupted into a courtroom clash, with two industry giants—Honasa Consumer Ltd (the parent company of Mamaearth and The Derma Co.) and Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL)—trading legal blows over sunscreen advertising. The conflict was sparked by a recent Lakmé campaign promoting its SPF 50 sunscreen under the hashtag #LakméSPF50Truth100. The ad claims that some “online bestseller sunscreens” … Read more

BluSmart Faces Turbulence Amid Gensol Crisis and Strategic Shift

BluSmart, India’s all-electric ride-hailing service, is navigating a period of uncertainty following recent developments involving its parent company, Gensol Engineering Ltd. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has barred Gensol’s founders from holding key positions due to alleged defaults on loans totaling approximately ₹9.78 billion, primarily used to purchase electric vehicles for BluSmart. These findings … Read more

Motorola Names Rasha Thadani as the Face of Its New Laptops and Tablets

Motorola has announced actress Rasha Thadani as the face of its upcoming tech portfolio, including the soon-to-launch moto book 60 laptop and moto tab 60 pro tablet. The year-long collaboration will see Rasha lead campaigns for both devices, reinforcing Motorola’s expansion into bold new product categories. With her energetic presence and strong connection to Gen Z, Rasha perfectly complements Motorola’s fresh … Read more

Ananya Birla Launches LOVETC, Featuring Janhvi Kapoor as Brand Ambassador

Entrepreneur and singer Ananya Birla has introduced LOVETC, a new premium cosmetics brand proudly made in India. The brand aims to bring high-quality, effective makeup to modern consumers, blending style with substance. To celebrate its launch, LOVETC rolled out a chic and vibrant campaign starring Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor as the brand ambassador. The campaign film is now … Read more

Axis Bank Champions Fixed Deposits in New Ad Campaign

Axis Bank is encouraging customers to take a safer route with their money by promoting fixed deposits (FDs) over high-risk investment options in its latest campaign. The 83-second ad uses a relatable family dynamic to drive the message home. A father warns his family members against common mistakes, only to be ignored every time—resulting in … Read more

Motivator Strengthens Partnership with Zepto as Performance Marketing Media Partner

Motivator, GroupM’s specialized media agency, has been appointed as the performance marketing media partner for Zepto, a leading player in India’s quick commerce space. This expanded mandate highlights Motivator’s capabilities in data-led strategies and performance-driven marketing to support business growth. Having worked with Zepto since 2021, Motivator has played a key role in shaping the … Read more

AnyMind Group strengthens leadership team with five appointments including Chief Product Officer

The company appoints its first Chief Product Officer, brings in industry leaders from Google and P&G, and expands the remit of two existing leadership members AnyMind Group, a BPaaS company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation, has today announced five new appointments. These are Ryuji Takemoto as Chief Product Officer, Shodai Fujita as Country Manager … Read more