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Dubai court rejects Honasa Consumer grievance filed over fiasco with UAE distributor

Honasa Consumer on October 5 said there will be no attachment of its assets in the UAE as it has no assets there.

The Court of Merits in Dubai has rejected the grievances filed by Honasa and its distributor in the Middle East and African region (RSM General Trading) and ordered to attach assets of Honasa Consumer in UAE along with refusal to cancel its trading license. Honasa foresees no financial implications and plans appeal in Court.

Akshay Kumar most visible star on TV with average visibility of 22 hours per day

Akshay Kumar was the most visible star in the first half of 2024, according to the TAM AdEx report.

Shahrukh Khan followed Akshay Kumar with 20 hours per day through TV sponsorships. According to the TAM AdEx report, 32% of TV ads in H1 CY2024 were endorsed by celebrities.

Digital to contribute 18% to revenue pie of media companies by FY27

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology urged social media platforms to take proactive measures against hoax bomb threats and emphasized the need for clearer takedown actions.

At present, the digital segment has a 12% share in the media players’ revenue pie (8% in FY19). According to Crisil, it is expected to grow as companies are now focusing on digital modes such as over-the-top platforms, social media, and mobile apps.

Disney Star onboards Dream11, Hero and 12 more sponsors for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup’24

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 is to be exclusively broadcast on Disney Star Network and Disney+ Hotstar, and will feature 10 teams competing in 23 matches over 17 days in UAE. (Representative Image: Pickled Stardust via Unsplash)

Sponsors for Disney Star’s digital and linear platforms include Dream11, Natural Diamond Council, OnePlus, Dazller, ICICI Bank, Asus, Asian Paints, Maruti Suzuki, Aramco, Hero, SBI, Lenskart, Kajaria, and Skechers.

Mankind Pharma transfers OTC biz to subsidiary Mankind Consumer Products

In Q1 FY25, the OTC business of Mankind Pharma reported revenues of ₹206 crores.

Mankind’s Consumer Products arm has brands across categories including wellness, hygiene, and personal care, such as Manforce, HealthOK, Prega News, AcneStar, Unwanted and Gas-O-Fast.

Survival of fittest: E-commerce, q-commerce and the future of kiranas

AICPDF alleged that the quick commerce platforms operate dark stores to bypass inventory regulations and engage in predatory pricing and monopolistic behaviour. (Image courtesy: Moneycontrol)

While e-commerce and quick-commerce offer convenience, reach, and discounts to consumers, concerns arise about their impact on small retailers, vendors, and kiranas. An existential threat for small retailers or intensified competition? Experts argue.

Vi launches e-sports tournament ‘Vi Game to Fame’

The telecom operator, Vi forayed into gaming with a comprehensive mobile gaming platform, last year.

The tournament by the telecom operator- ‘Vi Game to Fame’, will provide an international stage for budding e-sports enthusiasts.

Tony Vinciquerra to step down from CEO role at Sony Pictures Entertainment; Ravi Ahuja named President and CEO

Tony Vinciquerra (in left) joined Sony Pictures Entertainment in June 2017; Ravi Ahuja (in right) joined in 2021.

Tony Vinciquerra will remain in an advisory role for SPE as non-executive Chairman until the end of December 2025. Ravi Ahuja will report to Sony Group Corporation Chairman and CEO Kenichiro Yoshida and Sony Group Corporation President, COO and CFO Hiroki Totoki.

X challenges Delhi court order to block Hindutva Watch account

Twitter Communications India also registered a sharp decline in net profit.

Hindutva Watch is a United States-based ‘project’ that claims to document hate crimes against religious minorities in India.

Celebrity-led brands in WROGN; faced with lackluster growth, consumer fatigue

While Kay Beauty and HRX have managed to carve out a niche due to their clear brand identity, product quality, and alignment with their celebrity’s personal image, brands like WROGN and Being Human by Salman Khan, have struggled despite initial buzz mostly due to over-saturation, say experts.

It has become table stakes for Bollywood stars to have their own beauty or clothing brand—but audiences are not all impressed at these out of the box-office releases. Lack of authenticity or an overdose? Storyboard18 finds out.