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Red Label raises the topic of 'live-in relationships' in its latest campaign?blur=25

Ogilvy & Mather has conceptualised the campaign based on the controversial subject of 'live-in' relationship, which is something the Indian society is yet to embrace

Sarmistha Neogy May 26, 2015 8:16 AM

#ModiKiMedia trends as tweeps accuse Indian media of being 'biased'?blur=25

There was an outpouring on Twitter from people who alleged that the Indian media has gone to every possible extent to hide the failure of the Modi Government

Sarmistha Neogy May 25, 2015 8:18 AM

Bang In The Middle's unique tribute to the English alphabet?blur=25

As part of its third anniversary celebration, the agency has come up with a year-long tribute that will involve one letter every fortnight (with two posts): one for the upper case and the other for the lower case

Sarmistha Neogy May 23, 2015 8:59 AM

H&R Johnson introduces ‘Red Ramp Project’ to help the differently-abled?blur=25

The brand kick-started the project using their tiles on Kiri Beach in Goa, which gave the differently-abled a chance to access the sea on their wheelchairs. As part of the initiative, a video has been created by Soho Square and their ECD & Creative Head, Anuraag Khandelwal features in it

Sarmistha Neogy May 22, 2015 9:10 AM

Dettol launches another ad with ‘Dettol Dettol Ho!' jingle?blur=25

Dettol's previous ad with the same jingle was criticised for being lacklustre and had received flak on social media

Sarmistha Neogy May 21, 2015 9:01 AM

#ModiInsultsIndia trends on back of PM's anti-Indian comment during China trip?blur=25

The hashtag #ModiInsultsIndia was not only trending in India, but worldwide on the back of Modi's insulting comments in China where he said, "Earlier you felt ashamed of being born Indian, now you feel proud to represent the country. Indians abroad had all hoped for a change in government last year"

Sarmistha Neogy May 20, 2015 3:48 PM

Paytm launches campaign during IPL, PayU considers it a cluttered medium?blur=25

As the online wallet ecosystem gathers momentum, we analyse the marketing strategies of Paytm and PayU

Sarmistha Neogy May 20, 2015 9:16 AM

1 Year of Modi Govt: Govt gets its hands dirty with 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan'?blur=25

PM’s Clean India Mission has managed to create considerable awareness among citizens with high-decibel multi-media campaigns, but to make it a real success is a tall order, says advertising and marketing fraternity

Sarmistha Neogy May 19, 2015 8:51 AM

Amul, Ceat, Snapdeal, Parachute and others flock to Piku's in-film integration?blur=25

Brands like Amul, Ceat, Parachute, Snapdeal, Himalayan Water, Mitashi, Jaypee Greens, Senco Gold, Priya Gold Snakker, Syska, Mainland China and Kayam Churna have associated with the movie Piku

Sarmistha Neogy May 15, 2015 8:19 AM

Is the government a good client? Agency Heads on PSA campaigns?blur=25

There has been a gradual rise in Public Service Awareness campaigns from the houses of big creative agencies like Ogilvy & Maher, Grey, FCB Ulka, DDB Mudra and others.

Sarmistha Neogy May 12, 2015 8:24 AM

Our ad spends will be around Rs 10-15 crore in the next 6 to 9 months: Kamal Nandi?blur=25

Godrej Appliances has entered the premium segment with the launch of its Next Generation Refrigerators Godrej NXW. Kamal Nandi, Business Head and EVP, Godrej Appliances talks about ad spends, marketing strategy and media mix

Sarmistha Neogy May 12, 2015 8:00 AM

Katrina Kaif tells women not to marry for wrong reasons in Titan Raga ad?blur=25

Titan Raga’s campaign ‘When is the right time to get married?’ tells women not to succumb to undue pressures of getting married for all the wrong reasons

Sarmistha Neogy May 9, 2015 9:37 AM

Brand Salman: Intermission or The End??blur=25

Opinion is divided on whether the aftermath of Salman Khan’s verdict will affect his brand endorsement strength. Fans have shown solid support for the actor, but will brands follow suit?

Sarmistha Neogy May 8, 2015 8:39 AM

Gagan Bindra rejoins Scarecrow Communications as ACD, Art?blur=25

In May 2013, he had moved to Ogilvy Mumbai. This will be his second innings at Scarecrow and he will be reporting to Kapil Tammal, Executive Creative Director

Sarmistha Neogy May 5, 2015 7:58 AM

Life of an exclusive news in the digital space is only 5 minutes: Raghav Bahl?blur=25

Raghav Bahl, founder of TheQuint.com, on the dynamic state of news online, monetisation opportunities on mobile, and the need for intelligent native advertising at Mobillion 2015

Sarmistha Neogy May 4, 2015 8:33 AM

Where did Lenskart, American Swan, ScoopWhoop & others go wrong??blur=25

Lenskart, American Swan, and Troika Consulting tried to encash on the massive Nepal earthquake to promote themselves on social media and faced instant backlash

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 30, 2015 9:33 AM

This book is important for me because it contains more blood, sweat and tears than any book of 1,000 pages: Piyush Pandey?blur=25

The book 'A Walk to the Capital', launched by Piyush Pandey, Executive Chairman & Creative Director, Ogilvy South Asia and the entire Soho Square team, is a first-hand account of what went into the making of the historic campaign 'Ab Ki Baar Modi Sarkar'

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 28, 2015 8:42 AM

The idea was not to give a rude shock to ING customers, but gradually welcome them to the Kotak family: Karthi Marshan?blur=25

Post ING Vysya's merger with Kotak Mahindra Bank, the 'Kona Kona Kotak' rebranding campaign was executed across radio, TV, outdoor and social media. Karthi Marshan, Senior EVP & Head - Group Marketing, Kotak Mahindra Bank, talks about the strategy behind the transition

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 28, 2015 8:30 AM

BJP MP accuses Fevikwik ad of being 'anti-national'?blur=25

BJP's Ujjain MP Chintamani Malviya calls Fevikwik’s Todo Nahi Jodo ad ‘anti-national’ and an ‘insult’ to the soldiers

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 24, 2015 8:53 AM

Kalyan Jewellers forced to withdraw controversial 'Child Slave' ad after facing backlash?blur=25

The brand was under fire for showing brand ambassador Aishwarya Rai striking an aristocratic pose against a colonial backdrop while an underage child holds an umbrella over her

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 24, 2015 8:42 AM

We haven't brought down the price per viewing, we've given consumers more choices: Malay Dikshit?blur=25

Tata Sky has recently launched 'Daily Recharge for Rs 8' and 'My 99 pack' to cater to the Northern and the Southern belt of India. "With digitisation phase III still a year away, we are making inroads into these untapped markets," says Malay Dikshit, Chief Communications Officer, Tata Sky

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 22, 2015 9:38 AM

Who wins Mango Wars?  Frooti, Maaza or Slice??blur=25

Three popular mango drinks Frooti, Maaza & Tropicana Slice have engaged in a creative tussle to lure mango lovers to their brands this summer. We speak to experts who review

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 21, 2015 8:40 AM

Our marketing budget for IPL is around Rs 50 crore: Shankar Nath?blur=25

Shankar Nath, Senior Vice President, Paytm on their new IPL campaign, their marketing spends in the coming year and more…

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 17, 2015 10:26 AM

Our marketing budget for IPL is around Rs 50 crore: Shankar Nath?blur=25

Shankar Nath, Senior Vice President, Paytm on their new IPL campaign, their marketing spends in the coming year and more…

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 17, 2015 8:13 AM

Flipkart's funny take on advertising agencies' TVC pitches?blur=25

To announce its latest category-based sales, Flipkart has rolled out digital films under the campaign ‘Sale that sells itself’, which poke fun at ideas pitched to Flipkart by advertising agencies

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 16, 2015 9:37 AM

Leo Burnett wins creative duties of Fortis Healthcare?blur=25

The agency has won the business following a multi-agency pitch

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 15, 2015 8:18 AM

Perk takes forward its 'bubbly' brand positioning with new campaign?blur=25

Perk has roped in Alia Bhatt in its latest campaign ‘Jiyo Lightum Light’, conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 14, 2015 1:15 AM

Amazon India takes 'mass' route to connect with online shoppers?blur=25

Amazon’s Aur Dikhao campaign talks about the unique Indian trait of always asking for more to highlight their range of online products

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 10, 2015 8:35 AM

Kellogg's attempt in digital films leaves much to be desired?blur=25

Kellogg's Cornflakes has launched a series of digital films under the campaign 'Kellogg's Wale Guptaji Ki Family' to highlight easy-to-make breakfast recipes. Experts believe

Sarmistha Neogy Apr 8, 2015 11:04 AM