Author: Sakina Kheriwala

Delhi HC says complete ban on smartphones in schools ‘undesirable and unworkable’

In this high-stakes environment, marketers are playing a delicate game — creating visibility without alienating trust. While influencer buzz can generate noise, audiences are increasingly skeptical. Without proper disclosure, influencer endorsements can blur the line between opinion and ad, and as media literacy grows, so does the backlash.

The Court says smartphones serve vital purposes for education and student safety; issues guidelines for regulated use in schools.

Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata: The visionary who built India’s industrial future

Born on March 3, 1839, in Navsari, Gujarat, he belonged to a family of Parsi priests. (Image: Tata Group)

Today marks the 186th birth anniversary of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, the pioneer industrialist whose vision and philanthropy laid the foundation of modern India. Here’s a revisit to the visionary’s life, achievements, and contributions.

Oyo founder Ritesh Agarwal reveals he still cleans hotel washrooms. Here’s why

Agarwal, who launched Oyo in 2012 and transformed it into a global hospitality chain with over 1 million rooms across 80 countries, was addressing a question about overcoming the fear of failure. (Image: GQ India)

Speaking at the second edition of the Mumbai Tech Week 2025, Ritesh Agarwal emphasizes humility in leadership and overcoming fear in entrepreneurship.

Leading Indian podcaster Raj Shamani to join Storyboard18’s Global Pioneers Summit

Shamani shared that he revisits his persona every three months, using five key questions to ensure his content remains relevant.

To be held in March 2025, the Global Pioneers Summit is a celebration and exploration of the transformative potential of creativity, empowering individuals and businesses to craft a future that resonates with purpose and vision.

‘We are in the era of AI-led innovation’: Meta’s Arun Srinivas

Speaking at the Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) CEO Conference 2025, Arun Srinivas, Director of Global Business Group at Meta, underscored how AI is reshaping advertising, business messaging, and content consumption.

Arun Srinivas, Director Global Business Group, Meta, highlights AI’s transformative power in advertising and business.

Microsoft to shut down Skype in May 2025, netizens say ‘end of an era’

Launched in 2003, Skype revolutionized digital communication, introducing millions to free internet calling and video conferencing. (Image: X)

Existing Skype users can effortlessly shift to Microsoft Teams without any disruptions. By using their current login credentials, they can access Teams seamlessly, with all messages, group chats, and contacts automatically carried over.

Lodha v/s Lodha: Rs 5000 crore family feud intensifies as mother intervenes

The legal tussle, which centres around the usage of the 'Lodha' trademark, has seen Abhishek Lodha's publicly listed Macrotech Developers sue House of Abhinandan Lodha for alleged trademark infringement. (Left to Right: Abhishek Lodha, Abhinandan Lodha)

Manju Lodha urges sons Abhishek and Abhinandan to end trademark dispute, as Bombay High Court appoints mediator to resolve the Rs 5,000 crore legal battle.

Efforts are on to reach more and more smaller advertisers: ISA Chairman Sunil Kataria

"That's a long piece of work. Let me be very honest. It's a work in progress for quite some time," Sunil Kataria said, highlighting the need for collaboration across multiple industry bodies, including publishers, broadcasters, and advertising agencies.

Sunil Kataria emphasizes the need for responsible AI usage in advertising as ISA moves to support smaller advertisers and embrace digital transformation.