Author: Delshad Irani

India’s 2024 General Election: A tech policy outlook

The next phase of public policy making promises to be exciting and consultative – an excellent time to tune in to the twists and turns and map technology’s real-world impact, writes Vivan Sharan of Koan Advisory Group in a special column.

A new paradigm is grounds for policymakers and stakeholders to engage in more dialogue, writes Vivan Sharan.

PM Narendra Modi took oath for record third term; See full list of members of Council of Ministers

PM Modi and 72 elected MPs took oath on June 9, 2024, as the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance is set to form the government.

Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, Shah Rukh Khan and Rajinikanth were among the special guests and dignitaries present at the oath-taking ceremony for PM Modi and the newly-elected MPs on June 9 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Media titan Ramoji Rao dies; Filmmaker SS Rajamouli demands Bharat Ratna for Rao

Ramoji Rao No More: Filmmaker SS Rajamouli took to social media to say, "The only way we can pay tribute to Ramoji Rao garu is conferring him with BHARAT RATNA."

Ramoji Rao died at the age of 87. He was the founder of Ramoji Group and Ramoji Film City. Ramoji Group also owns Telugu newspaper, Eenadu and ETV Network and its bouquet of channels.

TCS Launches WisdomNextTM , an industry-first GenAI Aggregation Platform

62% Indians claimed to be aware of the products and services using AI, while claimed awareness was higher in China (81%) and Indonesia (80%). (Image: Steve Johnson via Unsplash)

TCS AI WisdomNextTM platform provides capabilities to compare GenAI models and tools across cloud services in a single unified interface allowing clients to accelerate AI adoption at scale.

Meta’s integrating AI to help businesses create ads on Facebook, Instagram; New AI tools and Meta Verified for Businesses on WhatsApp

Meta is also integrating AI to help businesses create ads on Facebook and Instagram, reminding customers they left an item in their cart or offering a discount for a purchase they’ve been waiting to make.

Meta is also beginning to roll out Meta Verified on the WhatsApp Business app in Brazil, India, Indonesia and Colombia.

ASCI’s Manisha Kapoor on MIB’s new self-declaration feature for advertising

Following the SC's directive, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting introduced a new feature on the Broadcast Seva Portal of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) for TV and Radio Advertisements and on Press Council of India’s portal for Print and Digital/Internet Advertisements.

‘Whether it is small or big advertisers, no ads would now be permitted on any media and channel without such a certification.’

ZEEL’s president of HR and Transformation Animesh Kumar quits

In his resignation letter to MD and CEO Punit Goenka, Kumar said, "It is with a mixture of deep gratitude and profound emotion that I tender my resignation as President HR & Transformation. I have been contemplating this and as we wind down the year end, I think this is the right time for me to move on."

Animesh Kumar’s position will be filled by Dheeraj Jaggi, who has been spearheading Human Resources for the Content SBU. He will assume the role of an acting Chief Human Resources Officer.

Awards vs Effectiveness?: Why creativity needs repositioning

Creativity should not just be about producing striking visuals or clever copy. It should be about creating work that resonates, educates, and drives positive change. This requires a shift in mindset—one that values long-term impact and consumer empowerment over short-term recognition.

Ashish Limaye, CEO and co-founder, Craving Digital Studio Private Limited, examines award-winning work through the lens of its broader purpose.