In an exclusive chat with Storyboard18, Ayyappan Rajagopal, CEO, Cleartrip talks about advantages of having MSD on board as an ambassador, long term plans for the brand, travel hitting pre-pandemic levels and domestic travel trends.
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Disney boardroom battle heats up as investors clash over Iger’s leadership: Reports
On April 3rd, shareholders will decide the fate of Disney’s boardroom.
IPL 2024: Disney Star and JioCinema secure close to 30 sponsors, more deals underway
Disney Star and JioCinema have onboarded around 15-18 sponsors each, both having a roster of new and returning brands.
Explained: How political parties’ media buying mirrors, and diverges from FMCG brands
Both political parties and brands are vying for the attention of the same group – the voter/consumer. The end goal is also the same. However, there are some key differences when it comes to media planning and buying. Find out what they are.
Offshore betting firms dodge MIB, target cricket fans through OOH and discrete channels
Despite efforts by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to curb their advertising initiatives, these companies – 1XBet, DafaBet, Parimatch, Betway, and others – are focusing on digital and out-of-home platforms to bypass restrictions.
ZEE Entertainment launches monthly management mentorship program for performance enhancement
The 3M Program Special Committee has also identified business verticals that require a critical assessment. This includes – 1) Margo Networks (Sugarbox) 2) Teleplay & Zindagi 3) Hipi 4) Weyyak and 5) English Cluster of Linear TV Business. The Special Committee has advised that the identified business verticals will need to substantially reduce losses and enhance their performance levels.
Digital ad impressions surge beyond pre-pandemic levels, shows 4X growth in 2023 over 2019
According to TAM, Amazon Online India, Snapchat Inc., Samsung India Electronics, Apple Computer India, flipkart.Com were the top five advertisers on digital for 2023.
Supreme Court overturns ruling on Bloomberg’s ‘defamatory’ Zee article removal
Supreme Court reversed a trial court’s directive instructing Bloomberg to remove an allegedly defamatory article published on February 21, 2024 targeting ZEE Entertainment.
Government initiates creation of independent regulator for e-gaming services in India
National Law University Delhi, in collaboration with the E-Gaming Federation, is engaging with industry stakeholders to prepare their recommendations that is expected to be submitted to MeitY post the Lok Sabha elections.
DNPA appoints Manorama Online CEO Mariam Mammen Mathew as chairperson
Puneet Gupt, COO, Times Internet, becomes the new vice-chairman at the DNPA. Puneet Jain, CEO, Digital HT Media, continues as the treasurer.