Month: January 2025

PhonePe ventures into q-comm with ‘Pincode’ app, targets 15-minute delivery across six cities

The new offering comes after PhonePe's exit from the government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) last year and the shift of its ecommerce venture, Pincode, towards a quick commerce model.

The Walmart-backed payments giant shifts focus to the growing quick commerce market, aiming for rapid delivery growth ahead of a planned public listing in 2026.

BookmyShow releases security guidelines ahead of Coldplay concert; issues warnings against black marketing

Taking to Instagram, BookmyShow said in a post stated that they would implement several checks and balances to ensure a comfortable concert experience for people who had valid ticket with them. The attendees were required to carry a copy of their valid government photo ID along with a soft copy of the valid government photo ID of the primary transactor, further added the post. (Image Source: Unsplash)

Coldplay concert is all set to take place on January 18, 19 and 21 at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Warren Buffett names Howard ‘Howie’ Buffett as his successor at Berkshire Hathaway

The $1 trillion conglomerate, built under Warren Buffett's careful stewardship, will soon be guided by the 70-year-old Howard Buffett, who has served on its board and spent a lifetime learning from his father's investment philosophy. (L-R: Warren Buffett, Howard Buffet)

The 70-year-old middle son will become non-executive chairman of the trillion-dollar conglomerate, following in the footsteps of his legendary father.

Maha Kumbh to now be covered 24/7 in a live broadcast for free

OTC platforms/agencies are investing heavily in advertising during the Maha Kumbh and have increased ad spends approximately 40%-50% year-on-year, this includes targeted promotions for flight bookings, pilgrim tour packages and hotel simultaneously.

Watch the sacred Shahi Snans (holy baths), evening Ganga aartis, vibrant Akhara processions, and spiritual talks by renowned leaders—all with live updates and stunning visuals.

BBMP Chief Commissioner directs officials to take strict action against unauthorised ads

Earlier, the BBMP had also urged citizens to extend help to BBMP in identifying illegal hoardings by sending photographs 9480683939 or calling the helpline at 1533, further added the report. (Image Source: News18)

Tushar Giri Nath, chief commissioner of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagar Palike (BBMP) instructed the officials to file a FIR against those who were responsible for installing illegal advertisements in the Bengaluru city.

Hina Nagarajan: All you need to know about Diageo India leader steering global growth with vision and purpose

A Delhi University graduate with an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad, Hina Nagarajan's track record includes building high-growth businesses in India, China, Southeast Asia, and Africa, particularly in food & beverage, health & hygiene, beauty, nutrition, and home décor segments.

A trailblazing business leader, Hina Nagarajan transitions from her successful tenure at Diageo India to Diageo’s Global Executive Committee, leaving behind a robust legacy of transformative leadership and innovation.

Pay TV channels to leave DD Free Dish amidst tariff regulation conflict with TRAI

Prasar Bharati has recently revised its e-auction policy for DD Free Dish slots allowing HD channels to participate in the bidding process. But with the latest TRAI tariff regulations, these HD channels too have to convert to FTAs to be on DD Free Dish.

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)’ tariff regulation mandates pay TV channels convert to free-to-air (FTA) to broadcast via DD Free Dish.