Month: September 2024

MIB partners with MEAI; launches WAVES Anime & Manga contest

Secretary of Media & Entertainment Association of India (MEAI), Shri Ankur Bhasin added, "By providing a platform for talented creators to showcase their work and reach global audiences, we are not only fostering creativity but also strengthening the ‘Create in India’ vision."

Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Sanjay Jaju said, “WAM! has the capability of elevating Indian talent on a global stage, inspiring a new generation to dream boldly and connect deeply with the global tapestry of creativity.”

Airbnb reveals top international destinations for Indian travellers: Tokyo and Amalfi lead the way

Indian travelers are increasingly exploring international locales known for stunning views and unique seasonal activities. Tokyo leads the pack, captivating visitors with momijigari (autumn leaf viewing) across its parks. (Representative image via Unsplash)

Leading the list of trending domestic destinations is Kanpur, celebrated for its grand Dussehra festivities, and Lakshadweep, known for its tropical allure, also ranks high among traveler searches.

Singapore Airline’s CEO Goh Choon Phong to join Air India board post merger with Vistara

The board at Air India will approve these appointments only after the Ministry of Civil Aviation green signals Singapore Airline's investment, which as highlighted in the report, would give the carrier 25.1 percent stake in the airline. (Image source: Singapore Airlines)

Goh Choon Phong joined Singapore Airlines (SIA) in 1990, and has held senior management positions in Singapore and overseas with the Company. He joined SIA’s Board on 1 October 2010 and was appointed Chief Executive Officer on 1 January 2011.

Festive AdEx forecast: E-commerce to dominate spending

TV still commands significant festive ad spend, especially for big-budget campaigns that focus on mass reach. However, advertisers are more selective, prioritizing prime-time slots and integrating with digital strategies (such as using QR codes or encouraging social media engagement), says Deleise Ross, Senior VP & Business Head, DDB Mudra.

During festive seasons, such as Christmas, Diwali, or New Year, advertisers face the challenge of ensuring visibility across a variety of media touchpoints while maximizing return on investment (ROI), says Deleise Ross, Senior VP & Business Head, Mudramax.

Nitin Paranjpe throws weight behind Madhabi Puri Buch and Dhaval Buch

"Few people have the same high and totally uncompromising standards of integrity that they have," Nitin Paranjpe stated, reflecting on his long professional relationship with Dhaval during their time at HUL and Unilever.

Unilever veteran Nitin Paranjpe calls for due diligence in response to integrity questions surrounding Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband Dhaval Buch.

Reliance’s Seema Nair joins Flipkart as CHRO

Seema Nair began her career at CG Power and Industrial Solutions, and went on to work across Microland Limited, Intel Corporation, Cisco and The Coca-Cola Company. (Image source: LinkedIn)

Previously, Seema Nair led Reliance as senior executive vice president, head – Reliance Group HR Office and head – Reliance Group HR Digitization.