November 2024 – Page 35

Delhi HC to hear petitions challenging constitutionality of IT Rules

The HC decision follows the hearing of three petitions against the non-regulation of deepfake technology in the country and the threat of its potential misuse.

The petitions were filed citing government’s control on social media services, video streaming platforms and digital news outlets.

MakeMyTrip rolls out new campaign with Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh

This three-film campaign focuses on MakeMyTrip’s accommodation offerings, that is International Hotels, Homestays & Villas and Domestic Hotels.

The campaign directed by Early Man Film’s Abhinav Pratiman, written by Tanmay Bhat, Devaiah Bopanna, Puneet Chadha and Deep Joshi of Moonshot creative agency is live across all touchpoints including TV, digital and social.

TVS Motors’ Norton Motorcycles rejigs leadership as CEO steps down; Nevijo Mance joins as ED

Nevijo Mance will now take on the role of Executive Director, responsible for upstream operations, including product design, development, engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and quality control.

CEO Dr. Robert Hentschel steps back as Nevijo Mance and Richard Arnold assume key executive roles.

NPCI launches a national campaign with new brand positioning

The campaign seeks to build trust, emphasize NPCI’s impact, and foster greater inclusivity in India’s payments landscape, further highlighted the company.

In addition to showcasing real-life use cases, the ‘Always Forward’ campaign aims to inspire India’s next generation of strivers—young students, tech enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs—to embrace digital payments and actively participate in the evolving digital economy.

Chairman TRAI Anil Kumar Lahoti elected as Chairman SATRC

Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), currently is the Vice Chairman of South Asian Telecommunication Regulators' Council (SATRC).

Lahoti currently serves as the Vice Chair of South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC) – a council that coordinates issues relating to regulations in telecommunication in South Asian countries.

NBDA to keep its stance regarding ‘fake news’ infront of Parliament panel

NBDA had pointed out that the consultation paper’s assumptions about broadcasting’s classification within telecommunications appear both unfounded and counterproductive

An official statement said the Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology will meet on November 21 on the subject of “Review of mechanisms to curb fake news.”

Zomato: From relatable branding to food safety scrutiny

This moment is both a triumph and a reflection for founder Deepinder Goyal, who views it not just as a business achievement but as a testament to the power of perseverance and purpose.

Zomato head emphasizes authentic customer engagement as Zomato addresses recent concerns over warehouse inventory practices.

Madras High Court clarifies no ban on doctors and hospitals advertising in media

The HC decision follows the hearing of three petitions against the non-regulation of deepfake technology in the country and the threat of its potential misuse.

The court made this observation during a hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Mangaiyarkarasi, who argued for the regularization of medical advertisements in newspapers, television and other media platforms.

SriLankan Airlines’ ad celebrates Ramayana trail, wins praise online

The five-minute ad features a grandmother telling her grandson the story of the Ramayana from a children's book

SriLankan Airlines’ ad not only showcases the cultural and spiritual significance of these sites but also encourages travelers to explore Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, making the Ramayana Trail a must-see destination for history and mythology enthusiasts.

Zomato launches ‘Food Rescue’ to reduce food wastage

Bhanu, who currently works as a product manager at a startup, shared that he regularly posts suggestions on Twitter, tagging companies like Zomato to offer ideas for enhancing their services.

New feature aims to minimize food wastage while providing customers access to fresh meals at reduced prices.