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Jishnu Sen, former Grey India chief and marketing veteran, passes away

Jishnu Sen, former Grey India chief and marketing veteran, passes away

Sen had stints on both the brand and agency side in a career spanning close to three decades.

Indian PR market set for INR 4,500 crore, but the growth story is changing

Indian PR market set for INR 4,500 crore, but the growth story is changing

As per PRCAI's SPRINT 2026 report, it expanded 11% in FY26 to reach INR 3,230 crore, accounting for 12.6% of the Asia-Pacific PR market.

Mastercard reframes payments beyond the transaction

Mastercard reframes payments beyond the transaction

As digital payments mature, its latest campaign positions payment choice as a lifestyle decision rather than merely a checkout action.

Trackk targets Gen Z investors with new brand film

Trackk targets Gen Z investors with new brand film

Trackk has launched a social-first brand film positioning its AI-powered investing platform as a simplified, internet-native experience built for Gen Z investors.

Scaler explores ‘vibe coding’ risks in #NotDoneAI campaign

Scaler explores ‘vibe coding’ risks in #NotDoneAI campaign

Scaler has launched a satirical digital campaign featuring Biswa Kalyan Rath, highlighting the risks of over-relying on AI without foundational understanding.

ASCI joins Agency 3.0 forum in Hyderabad

ASCI joins Agency 3.0 forum in Hyderabad

ASCI participated in Hyderabad's Agency 3.0 forum, bringing together agency leaders to discuss AI, self-regulation and the future of advertising.

Goodknight highlights six-minute protection in new TVC

Goodknight highlights six-minute protection in new TVC

Goodknight has launched a new television campaign for Goodknight Flash, focusing on its six-minute mosquito protection promise through a family-centred narrative.

Shunya Labs launches multilingual Voice AI platform

Shunya Labs launches multilingual Voice AI platform

Shunya Labs has introduced a multilingual Voice AI platform designed to help enterprises and government organisations deliver voice-led digital services across India's diverse linguistic landscape.

Taboola expands AI ad platform for conversational services

Taboola expands AI ad platform for conversational services

Taboola has extended the advertising infrastructure behind DeeperDive to help AI platforms monetise conversational user queries through performance-driven advertising.

Alpino launches protein oats campaign with Khali

Alpino launches protein oats campaign with Khali

Alpino has introduced an upgraded High Protein Oats range alongside a campaign featuring The Great Khali and Mukesh Gahlot to highlight product innovation and protein-focused nutrition.

SOCIAL's #DoosraStadium campaign drives cricket season engagement

SOCIAL's #DoosraStadium campaign drives cricket season engagement

SOCIAL's #DoosraStadium 2026 campaign combined live cricket screenings, themed food and digital storytelling to increase consumer engagement across nine cities.

BigTrunk Communications wins Wonder Cement media mandate

BigTrunk Communications wins Wonder Cement media mandate

BigTrunk Communications has secured Wonder Cement's integrated media mandate, covering strategy, planning, buying and performance across digital and traditional platforms.

Sattva Group spotlights community in new brand film

Sattva Group spotlights community in new brand film

Sattva Group's latest campaign shifts the focus from real estate to the relationships and everyday moments that shape the feeling of home.

Pitch update: Adidas, IBM, Del Monte and more

Pitch update: Adidas, IBM, Del Monte and more

Fortnightly round-up of adland’s latest account pitches, reviews and wins.

Amazon expands Beautyverse with online storefront

Amazon expands Beautyverse with online storefront

Amazon India is taking Beautyverse beyond its flagship event by introducing a dedicated online storefront ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

Gulf Oil unveils ‘Dream Beyond. Do Beyond’ campaign

Gulf Oil unveils ‘Dream Beyond. Do Beyond’ campaign

Gulf Oil Lubricants India has launched a new B2B campaign highlighting its partnerships with industrial, infrastructure and OEM customers across India.

Marsia Labs launches AI-powered PR operating system

Marsia Labs launches AI-powered PR operating system

Marsia Labs has introduced a communications platform combining AI tools, human expertise and a shared workspace for public relations teams across global markets.

BBH India appoints Deb Dutta as executive director and head of office, Mumbai

BBH India appoints Deb Dutta as executive director and head of office, Mumbai

Dutta previously served as head of McCann Worldgroup Mumbai.

Tilt Brand Solutions ropes in Abhimanyu Mathur as chief business officer

Tilt Brand Solutions ropes in Abhimanyu Mathur as chief business officer

He moves from Sunteck Realty, where he was senior vice president.

McDonald's launches FIFA World Cup 2026 meal campaign

McDonald's launches FIFA World Cup 2026 meal campaign

McDonald's India North & East has introduced a FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign featuring themed meals and limited-edition football collectibles for fans.

Centerfruit revives ‘Kaisi Jeebh Laplapayee’ with wedding campaign

Centerfruit revives ‘Kaisi Jeebh Laplapayee’ with wedding campaign

Centerfruit's latest campaign builds on its long-running brand platform with a humorous wedding story centred on its signature 'laplap' reaction.

Samsung TV Plus adds Green Gold TV channel

Samsung TV Plus adds Green Gold TV channel

Samsung TV Plus has expanded its FAST offering in India with the launch of Green Gold TV, bringing free children's animation to connected TV audiences.

Flipkart casts viral buffalo Don for GOAT Sale

Flipkart casts viral buffalo Don for GOAT Sale

Flipkart's latest GOAT Sale campaign features viral buffalo Don, using humour and chance to spotlight daily offers during the promotional event.

Tata Sierra, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Tata AIG, Rapido are the biggest beneficiaries of IPL 2026

Tata Sierra, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Tata AIG, Rapido are the biggest beneficiaries of IPL 2026

While these six brands stood out at the cricketing spectacle, as per the Ormax Trac20 research, their strategies were anything but identical.

Asian Paints and Zomato celebrate homes through colour

Asian Paints and Zomato celebrate homes through colour

Asian Paints has partnered with Zomato for a campaign that highlights how colours help Indians identify homes and navigate neighbourhoods.

Hyundai marks 30 years with AI brand film

Hyundai marks 30 years with AI brand film

Hyundai Motor India has launched an AI-led brand film tracing its three-decade journey through product milestones and customer relationships in India.

Astrum strengthens policy advisory with Harsh Shrivastava

Astrum strengthens policy advisory with Harsh Shrivastava

Astrum has appointed Harsh Shrivastava as senior advisor to expand its policy advocacy, government relations and strategic communications capabilities.

DriveU promotes rear-seat belt use with Make It Click

DriveU promotes rear-seat belt use with Make It Click

DriveU has introduced a nationwide road safety campaign and an in-app reminder feature to encourage rear-seat passengers to wear seat belts.

ITC Mangaldeep highlights Sixth Sense fragrance expertise

ITC Mangaldeep highlights Sixth Sense fragrance expertise

ITC Mangaldeep's latest campaign showcases its visually impaired fragrance testing panel, positioning inclusion as an integral part of product development.

Spotify showcases personalised music discovery across India

Spotify showcases personalised music discovery across India

Spotify's latest campaign highlights three personalised discovery features through films that connect historical curiosity with everyday music listening experiences.

93% of consumers use YouTube, making it India’s dominant digital platform: Hansa Research

93% of consumers use YouTube, making it India’s dominant digital platform: Hansa Research

According to its recent study, Instagram is the second-most engaging platform, reaching 71% of consumers and recording an average daily engagement of 58 minutes.

Creativeland Asia Delhi wins Del Monte India creative mandate

Creativeland Asia Delhi wins Del Monte India creative mandate

New brief comes as Del Monte sharpens its brand positioning in India while its global parent continues to navigate financial restructuring

Pahadi Story launches TheTruthCampaign for honey debut

Pahadi Story launches TheTruthCampaign for honey debut

Pahadi Story has introduced its first campaign by making independent laboratory findings publicly available ahead of the launch of its inaugural honey product.

Piramal launches i-choose with Sanya Malhotra campaign

Piramal launches i-choose with Sanya Malhotra campaign

Piramal Consumer Healthcare has consolidated its women's intimate care portfolio under the new i-choose master brand, supported by a campaign featuring Sanya Malhotra.

Efficacy Worldwide names Chandradeep Kumar to lead media growth

Efficacy Worldwide names Chandradeep Kumar to lead media growth

Efficacy Worldwide has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Chandradeep Kumar to drive media operations and business growth.

Cannes Lions 2026: India winners

Cannes Lions 2026: India winners

A look back at the ideas that earned India recognition on advertising's biggest global stage.

ABSL AMC appoints Parag Murudkar as marketing head

ABSL AMC appoints Parag Murudkar as marketing head

Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Ltd has named Parag Murudkar as head of marketing, strengthening its brand and product communication strategy within the BFSI sector.

The Mavericks appointed communications partner for Pronto

The Mavericks appointed communications partner for Pronto

The Mavericks has been named communications partner for Pronto, taking on media relations while positioning founder Anjali Sardana for industry engagement.

Image Stereo wins LEGXI communications mandate

Image Stereo wins LEGXI communications mandate

Image Stereo has been appointed as the communications partner for LEGXI to strengthen brand visibility and awareness in India's sports collectibles market.

PROHED wins Doozy Diamonds SEO mandate

PROHED wins Doozy Diamonds SEO mandate

PROHED has secured the search engine optimisation mandate for Doozy Diamonds to strengthen the jewellery brand's organic visibility across the US market.

Wagh Bakri campaign challenges tea brewing habits

Wagh Bakri campaign challenges tea brewing habits

Wagh Bakri Tea Group has launched a new integrated campaign highlighting blend quality over the quantity of tea leaves used to make a stronger cup.

LOTTE Wellfood renews Stray Kids partnership for PEPERO

LOTTE Wellfood renews Stray Kids partnership for PEPERO

LOTTE Wellfood has extended its global partnership with Stray Kids as PEPERO's brand ambassador, with India remaining a key market for growth.

Estée Lauder spotlights nighttime recovery in new campaign

Estée Lauder spotlights nighttime recovery in new campaign

Estée Lauder has launched an India-focused campaign for its Advanced Night Repair range, featuring Harleen Deol, Jonita Gandhi and Masoom Minawala.

De Beers marks Father’s Day with Pankaj Tripathi campaign

De Beers marks Father’s Day with Pankaj Tripathi campaign

De Beers Group has launched a Father’s Day campaign featuring Pankaj Tripathi and his daughter Aashi, supported by a nationwide retail activation.

IICT and Wacom India expand Manga learning partnership

IICT and Wacom India expand Manga learning partnership

IICT and Wacom India have strengthened their collaboration through Manga and Anime-focused learning initiatives aimed at developing creative skills and industry readiness.

Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai appoints Girish Divekar

Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai appoints Girish Divekar

Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has named Girish Divekar as director of sales and marketing, marking his return to the property after four years.

Vector X launches ‘Har Game Ke Liye Ready’ campaign

Vector X launches ‘Har Game Ke Liye Ready’ campaign

Vector X has unveiled a football-led campaign during the FIFA World Cup 2026, celebrating the diverse ways the sport is played and experienced across India.

India’s Young Lions bring home Bronze

India’s Young Lions bring home Bronze

ITC’s Rudrani Bose and Payal Mehra picked up the Lion in the Marketers competition.

Bubble Breakers retains Andhra Pradesh education mandate

Bubble Breakers retains Andhra Pradesh education mandate

The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh has renewed Bubble Breakers' integrated digital communications mandate for a third consecutive year.

MiQ expands Sigma with new AI advertising capabilities

MiQ expands Sigma with new AI advertising capabilities

MiQ has introduced new AI-powered planning, measurement and activation capabilities for Sigma, expanding the platform's data intelligence and global reach.

Bodhi Tree wins Assam digital platform mandate

Bodhi Tree wins Assam digital platform mandate

Bodhi Tree Multimedia has secured a Government of Assam mandate to develop and manage the state's official digital content platform.

Gracenote and PubMatic partner for programmatic CTV buying

Gracenote and PubMatic partner for programmatic CTV buying

Gracenote and PubMatic have integrated content intelligence and live sports data to improve programmatic connected TV advertising and campaign targeting.

AdLift wins Baby Forest SEO and content mandate

AdLift wins Baby Forest SEO and content mandate

AdLift will lead Baby Forest's AI-led SEO and content strategy, focusing on improving search visibility across traditional and generative AI platforms.

Ogilvy earns Network of the Year hat trick at Cannes Lions 2026

Ogilvy earns Network of the Year hat trick at Cannes Lions 2026

Ogilvy was honoured with Network of the Year awards for Asia, Latin America, and North America, and Campaign was there to capture the celebrations as they unfolded.

Alchemist launches Leadwise for real estate channel partners

Alchemist launches Leadwise for real estate channel partners

Alchemist Marketing Solutions has introduced Leadwise, a platform designed to digitise and streamline collaboration between real estate developers and channel partners.

Indriya launches ‘Sparkle Like No Other’ diamond campaign

Indriya launches ‘Sparkle Like No Other’ diamond campaign

Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery, has introduced a new campaign highlighting its diamond selection standards through a sparkle-led storytelling approach developed with Ogilvy.

Adgcraft launches PRISM 2026 talent competition

Adgcraft launches PRISM 2026 talent competition

Adgcraft Communications has announced a national public relations competition for media students as part of its fifth foundation day celebrations.

Godrej Capital expands BeYou programme for LGBTQIA+ talent

Godrej Capital expands BeYou programme for LGBTQIA+ talent

Godrej Capital has strengthened its LGBTQIA+ inclusion efforts through BeYou, mentorship initiatives and workplace programmes focused on long-term career development.

It's Spotlight expands personalised cinema campaign with Cinépolis

It's Spotlight expands personalised cinema campaign with Cinépolis

It's Spotlight has extended its personalised screen-led campaign nationwide through Cinépolis, allowing audiences to surprise loved ones across cinema screens in India.

Stovekraft launches nationwide 'Ex Ko Karo Exchange' campaign

Stovekraft launches nationwide 'Ex Ko Karo Exchange' campaign

Stovekraft has introduced a nationwide exchange initiative encouraging consumers to replace old kitchen essentials with new Pigeon products at discounted prices.

Square Yards sparks urban space conversation

Square Yards sparks urban space conversation

The real estate platform combined hyperlocal activations and creator-led storytelling to highlight urban space constraints across three Indian cities.

Polycab honours electricians with tribute campaign

Polycab honours electricians with tribute campaign

Ahead of Electricians’ Day, the brand has launched a digital film recognising electricians’ contribution to electrical safety and everyday life.

ASICS partners with Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy to strengthen India’s tennis ecosystem

ASICS partners with Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy to strengthen India’s tennis ecosystem

The collaboration extends the brand's long-standing partnership with the tennis ace.

Omnicom Media ranks ahead of WPP and Publicis with $75.6 billion in billings: COMvergence

Omnicom Media ranks ahead of WPP and Publicis with $75.6 billion in billings: COMvergence

The network accounted for 31% of all global billings managed by the world's major media groups at the end of 2025.

ZOY promotes cycle wellness through new campaign

ZOY promotes cycle wellness through new campaign

The menstrual care brand has launched a digital campaign featuring Samantha Ruth Prabhu to encourage greater awareness of cycle wellness beyond periods.

OS Studios appoints Ishaan Arya to lead India

OS Studios appoints Ishaan Arya to lead India

The gaming and fan experience agency has named Ishaan Arya as country manager to drive its India expansion and brand partnerships.

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels appoints Ruchika Pandit

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels appoints Ruchika Pandit

Pandit will lead communications, public relations and branding across the hospitality group's portfolio of hotel and lifestyle brands.

India enters final Cannes stretch with metal tally holding steady at 5

India enters final Cannes stretch with metal tally holding steady at 5

The country’s metal count remains frozen after Day 3 and Day 4 shortlists failed to convert.

iD Fresh Food launches AI-led hygiene campaign

iD Fresh Food launches AI-led hygiene campaign

The campaign uses AI-generated storytelling to highlight food safety and hygiene standards in the batter category.

The Leaf wins digital mandate for Rainbow Hospitals

The Leaf wins digital mandate for Rainbow Hospitals

The agency will oversee social media and online reputation management for Rainbow Children’s Hospital and its maternity and fertility brands.

Kulfi Collective expands leadership for culture-first growth

Kulfi Collective expands leadership for culture-first growth

The creative studio has strengthened its leadership team as it scales its culture-led model and AI-enabled creative ecosystem.

Eros Innovation launches Cultural AI platform globally

Eros Innovation launches Cultural AI platform globally

The new AI ecosystem combines multilingual capabilities, digital identities and cultural intelligence across 34 languages.

Bien-être Consulting secures mandates across sports properties

Bien-être Consulting secures mandates across sports properties

The consultancy has expanded its sports marketing portfolio through new branding and sponsorship mandates spanning cricket, tennis, volleyball and korfball.

Carat named media network of the year at Cannes Lions 2026

Carat named media network of the year at Cannes Lions 2026

The network secured the title with 3 Gold Lions, 1 Silver Lion, 2 Bronze Lions and 3 shortlists.

Edelman strengthens APAC creator marketing leadership

Edelman strengthens APAC creator marketing leadership

The communications firm has expanded its creator marketing capabilities in Asia Pacific with two regional leadership appointments.

Teamwork Communications wins PR mandate for RG Hospitals

Teamwork Communications wins PR mandate for RG Hospitals

The consultancy will lead strategic communications and media engagement for RG Hospitals across key markets to strengthen its healthcare positioning.

llustrake wins TENA’s digital marketing mandate

llustrake wins TENA’s digital marketing mandate

The agency will lead digital growth, performance marketing and consumer education initiatives for the healthcare brand in India.

Ipsos appoints Marion Beyret as communications chief

Ipsos appoints Marion Beyret as communications chief

The appointment strengthens Ipsos’ global communications leadership as the company focuses on reputation, stakeholder engagement and corporate positioning.

INFLUISH raises pre-seed funding to expand creator platform

INFLUISH raises pre-seed funding to expand creator platform

The creator economy platform plans to strengthen technology, monetisation and growth tools following its pre-seed funding round.

Archies unveils AI-led Father's Day campaign

Archies unveils AI-led Father's Day campaign

The gifting brand has combined artificial intelligence and emotional storytelling in a new campaign celebrating the many roles fathers play.

MoEngage acquires Aampe to bring 1:1 agentic decisioning to B2C marketing teams

MoEngage acquires Aampe to bring 1:1 agentic decisioning to B2C marketing teams

The acquisition marks a significant milestone in MoEngage’s journey as a global SaaS leader.

Havas unveils new proprietary research ‘The Science of Desire’ to decode brand preference

Havas unveils new proprietary research ‘The Science of Desire’ to decode brand preference

Unveiled on day two of Cannes Lions, the study's findings revealed that brands that build desire significantly outperformed counterparts, with up to 4x higher likelihood of being cited by AI.

TBWA\Lintas brings home India’s sole Lion on Day 2 of Cannes

TBWA\Lintas brings home India’s sole Lion on Day 2 of Cannes

The agency picked up a bronze for the viral ‘Don’t Look Up’ campaign for Steadfast Stationery.

McCann India launches Fresh Take 2026 for directors

McCann India launches Fresh Take 2026 for directors

Created with D&AD and Mothership Productions, the initiative aims to identify and support emerging ad film directing talent.

Ad Net Zero marks ‘London-to-Cannes’ milestone with key programme updates

Ad Net Zero marks ‘London-to-Cannes’ milestone with key programme updates

Ad Net Zero runs content programme at London Climate Action Week for the first time, in addition to annual presence at Cannes Lions

Mother Dairy renews integrated media mandate with WPP Media for four years

Mother Dairy renews integrated media mandate with WPP Media for four years

WPP Media's relationship with Mother Dairy began with the brand's digital mandate. Following strong performance, the partnership expanded in April 2018 to include mainline media

MBG Card launches campaign featuring Pankaj Tripathi

MBG Card launches campaign featuring Pankaj Tripathi

The digital marketing automation platform is expanding its visibility through a multi-platform campaign targeting SMB owners across India.

strongmetrics acquires AdsShare to accelerate AI innovation

strongmetrics acquires AdsShare to accelerate AI innovation

The acquisition strengthens strongmetrics’ focus on AI-led operational efficiency while bringing AdsShare founder Harsh Sharma into its leadership team.

Grapes Worldwide appoints Sanjay Kumar to drive AI growth

Grapes Worldwide appoints Sanjay Kumar to drive AI growth

The agency has strengthened its leadership team with a new appointment focused on AI-led transformation, automation and performance marketing.

Budweiser 0.0 launches FIFA fan campaign in India

Budweiser 0.0 launches FIFA fan campaign in India

Marking four decades of association with FIFA, Budweiser 0.0 is bringing football fans together through immersive experiences and match screenings.

Verve Media secures Shriram General Insurance video mandate

Verve Media secures Shriram General Insurance video mandate

The agency will lead Instagram-focused video strategy and content creation to strengthen awareness, engagement and digital storytelling for the insurer.

Walls Don’t Lie campaign spotlights waterproofing protection

Walls Don’t Lie campaign spotlights waterproofing protection

Shalimar Paints has launched a digital campaign that uses storytelling to highlight dampness issues and promote preventive wall protection solutions.

India's four-metal start at Cannes points to a new creative currency

India's four-metal start at Cannes points to a new creative currency

The country's two Silver and two Bronze Lions suggest juries are increasingly rewarding effectiveness rooted in human insight rather than technological novelty.

From Zomato to AJIO, brands reimagine fatherhood this Father's Day

From Zomato to AJIO, brands reimagine fatherhood this Father's Day

Campaigns moved beyond stereotypes to celebrate fathers as caregivers, problem-solvers, mentors, and the quiet forces behind every family.

VML nets India’s sole shortlist on Day 1 of Cannes

VML nets India’s sole shortlist on Day 1 of Cannes

This is the agency’s second shortlist for ‘The Slooowest Vending Machine in the World’ for KitKat.

Cannes Lions 2026 - The trends, debates and work everyone wants to see

Cannes Lions 2026 - The trends, debates and work everyone wants to see

From observing high-quality work to discussing how brands survive in a social-media-driven era, Cannes Lions attendees share their expectations for the week.

India adds 9 new shortlists, taking country's tally to 17

India adds 9 new shortlists, taking country's tally to 17

India netted three shortlists in the Film Craft category and two each in the Media, Direct and Design categories.

Brands and Indies continue to grow their presence in Cannes, even as overall entries drop

Brands and Indies continue to grow their presence in Cannes, even as overall entries drop

This year, independents make up almost a third of all entries while brand participation has risen to 10%, up from 8% in 2025.

Cannes Contenders: Shaadi, skins and synergy

Cannes Contenders: Shaadi, skins and synergy

22feet’s ‘‘The Great In-Game Wedding’ for Krafton Inc transforms gaming from a perceived problem into proof of human connection.