Author: Yukta Raj

Why marketing vets & startups break up | Piyush Pandey’s big break | “Bent, Not Broken”

For marketers, besides the fast pace, relative lack of structure, and the rapidly shifting sands of some startups, they often have to contend with more-than-anticipated funding and people  constraints, said leadership advisor Gauri Padmanabhan. (Image Source: Unsplash)

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“Bent, Not Broken”: Ranveer Allahbadia hints at reinvention amid ongoing legal scrutiny

Speaking with actor Emraan Hashmi in his podcast, he described the experience as “a shock,” saying, “I was genuinely at my peak, and then we crashed and burned. At this point, I’m the powder, and the powder is collecting itself to shape up again.”

In a recent Instagram post, Allahbadia shared a reflective message signaling personal transformation and resilience. He wrote, “Bent, not broken. Still gotta change the world.”

Maharashtra eyes licensing for online gaming | Prada to acquire Versace in €1.25 Billion deal | Digital grabs 63% of ecomm ad spends in 2024

Maharashtra’s bold move also shines a light on a deeper structural issue: India’s fragmented regulatory ecosystem. Multiple states are now looking to regulate online gaming industry including Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

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The new playbook of travel marketing

Some travel brands are finding ingenious ways to be present in these moments, creating connections with their audience that feel authentic rather than intrusive.

In a world hungry for experiences, travel and hospitality, brands are reaching their target audience through unique campaigns

Prada to acquire Versace in €1.25 Billion deal; marking major shift in luxury fashion industry

The acquisition, expected to close in the second half of 2025 pending regulatory approvals, will see Prada take full ownership of the storied Italian fashion house.

Prada will finance the acquisition through €1.5 billion in new debt—comprising a €1 billion term loan and a €500 million bridge facility, while maintaining financial agility.

Federal Bank appoints Virat Diwanji as Head of Consumer Banking amid strategic push for Version 4.0

With Diwanji onboard and Version 4.0 in motion, industry watchers anticipate a dynamic phase of transformation at Federal Bank, particularly in customer-centric offerings and digital expansion.

The appointment of Diwanji, a seasoned banking professional, is seen as a pivotal step in strengthening Federal Bank’s consumer banking vertical as it gears up for rapid scale and innovation.