In August 2021, JetSynthesys acquired Skyesports, later renaming it Jet Skyesports, with the aim of building esports at the grassroots level in India.
Author: Delshad Irani
Ratan Kumar Kesh announced as interim MD & CEO of Bandhan Bank
In his current role, Ratan Kumar Kesh leads functions including Technology, Operations, Customer Experience, Transformation, Internal Audit, Recovery, and other support functions at Bandhan Bank.
Aditya Birla Capital’s COO Mukesh Malik resigns
Prior to joining the Aditya Birla Group, Mukesh Malik worked with Citibank for 10 years. As Managing Director, he steered Citi’s Operations, Customer Service and Technology organization in South Asia.
Jeep India ropes in Hrithik Roshan as brand partner
The MY24 Jeep Wrangler is a lifestyle premium SUV with advance safety features, premium interiors, Technology, and capabilities that are desired by customers looking for a true-blue SUV.
Happiness levels remain high in June 2024 with 77% citizens claiming to be happy: Ipsos Report
Findings from an Ipsos IndiaBus Happiness Monitor claim that citizens dwelling in non-metros were happier (80%) vis-à-vis those residing in the metros (71%).
Canadian body representing global streamers calls for judicial review of govt’s demand for a 5% levy
The Motion Picture Association-Canada’s spokesperson said “the decision to require global entertainment streaming services to pay for local news is a discriminatory measure that goes far beyond what Parliament intended…”
BREAKING: Govt takes a big step in promotion of domestic film festivals and Indian content globally
The government has issued guidelines for providing financial assistance to domestic film festivals and guidelines for the release of funds to Indian Missions/Posts through National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) for promotion of Indian Cinema on global platforms.
Tata Motors media review for Passenger Vehicles business underway: EXCLUSIVE
Parts of Tata Motors media mandate are likely to be up for grabs. Industry sources say a media review is underway for the passenger vehicles business.
EU says Meta’s “pay or consent” ad model is in breach of Digital Markets Act
The EU has informed Meta that the company is in breach of the DMA. In case of non-compliance, the Commission can impose fines up to 10% of the gatekeeper’s total worldwide turnover. Such fines can go up to 20% in case of repeated infringement.
VC firm Matrix Partners renames Indian arm as Z47
Matrix Partners India will become DZ47, with the brand name of Z47, Matrix Partners China will become MPC, and operations in the US will continue as Matrix.