February 2024 – Page 56

Genpact elevates Vidya Rao as chief technology and transformation officer

Vidya Rao started her career at Blue Chip Computer Consultants and went on to work across Infosys, Wipro, Cambridge Technology Partners and Accenture. She was also a board member at Micro Focus.

Vidya Rao will look into establishing a robust data office to enhance Genpact’s data capabilities.

OnePlus’s brick and mortar retail presence plans hit a bump; OnePlus phones spotted in grey markets

OnePlus India has not had an Indian exec at the helm of its local operations since Navnit Nakra’s exit in June 2023. (Image source: Unsplash)

Due to a lag in margins, negligible in-store promoters, delayed supplies and very small on-ground team, retailers have questioned the feasibility of the company’s expansion strategies.

From k-khana to k-drama; hottest Valentine’s Day culinary trends: Godrej report

According to reports, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart and Zomato’s Blinkit, saw their highest ever single-day sales, breaking previous records on New Year's Eve. (Representative image by Niranjan Photographs via Unsplash)

Here are the hottest culinary trends destined to captivate your loved one this Valentine’s Day.

2023 saw maximum intercity travel by Indians: Uber report

The index highlights key trends, including the most popular destinations as chosen by riders in 2023, which is a list of popular tourist destinations, off-beat routes, and religious pilgrimages. (Representative image by Kendal Percimoney via Unsplash)

2023 saw the highest ever Intercity trips booked on the Uber platform, buoyed by a sharp rise in leisure and religious travel in the country, and backed by the marked improvement in the road infrastructure.

CTV Surge: Addressable TV to reach over 45 million Indian homes

With growing consumption and gross domestic product (GDP) growth in India, the advertising market is projected to grow at a 9.4% CAGR (Representative image via Unsplash)

The surge is attributed to major sporting events such as the IPL and World Cup, acting as catalysts to boost viewership on connected smart televisions.

Stellantis elevates Shishir Mishra as brand director – Citroen, India

Shishir Mishra began his career as a marketing executive at Onida and went on to work across Ford Motor Credit Company, ICICI Bank, HDFC Ergo General Insurance, Toyota Financial Services India and Banque PSA Finance.

Previously, Shishir Mishra was the director and head – Stellantis sales and marketing synergy – India.

Warner Media appoints Vaibhav Nagpal as head – partner relations and music acquisition

Vaibhav Nagpal has spearheaded the content and partner relation verticals at Hungama Digital Media Entertainment and has a proven track record in implementing strategies that have significantly boosted revenue milestones.

Vaibhav Nagpal brings in 14 years of experience in the digital media entertainment industry, with a focus on partnerships, acquisition, and music distribution.

Visa appoints Shruti Gupta as vice president and head – CRM, India and South Asia

Shruti Gupta has a master’s degree in business administration from FORE School of Management and a bachelor’s degree in science from Delhi University.

In her role, Shruti Gupta will head Visa’s business and corporate solutions including Commercial Solutions, Integrated Money Movement and Visa Government Solutions.

Ranveer Singh formally publicizes himself as co-founder of Bold Care

Bold Care announced partnership with Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh joining as the co-founder, marking a significant step in the brand's mission to normalize conversations about men's sexual health and empower them to prioritize their well-being. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

This announcement comes on the heels of Bold Care’s wildly successful #TakeBoldCareofHer campaign, which featured Singh in a series of humorous and thought-provoking videos that tackled common misconceptions and taboos surrounding men’s sexual health.

Indian ad revenue set to soar to Rs1,55,386 crore in 2024: GroupM India

Ministry, while addressing the issues and softening its stance on the matter, noted that it wants to work towards rectifying the regulation-thus making it simpler for the industry and limiting the scope to the food and health sector. (Image source: Unsplash)

At 10.2 percent India will be the fastest growing top market said the report from GroupM India.