The Ahmedabad Advertising Welfare Circle Association marked its 35th anniversary with the AACA Media Awards 2026, honoring creative excellence across 39 categories and expanding its reach across Gujarat.
As 2025 ends, India's ad agencies grapple with a mega-merger, AI automation, and new data rules. Explore the challenges and opportunities for legacy networks in a rapidly changing landscape.
Indian advertising largely ignores caste, despite it structuring the labour economy. As gig platforms grow, this representational gap becomes a business risk. Here's how marketers can navigate this sensitively.
Youth-focused brands are reallocating advertising budgets from English-language TV channels to digital platforms like YouTube and Instagram, driven by changing viewership patterns. Explore the impact on marketing strategies.
India's guidelines to curb surrogate ads for alcohol & tobacco face indefinite delay due to legal hurdles under Consumer Protection Act. Industry seeks clarity as health experts warn of risks.
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Pulitzer winner Isabel Wilkerson's book 'Caste' dissects the invisible hierarchies shaping societies. It's not just about India or race, but a global system demanding uncomfortable self-reflection. A must-read for understanding power.
Patna district administration orders inquiry after viral video shows students alleging caste-based segregation and denial of food at a government school in Alawalpur village. Details inside.
OpenAI is reportedly exploring ad integration in ChatGPT, potentially tapping into user conversations as an 'advertising goldmine'. Could this challenge Google and Meta? Read more.
India's advertising landscape pivots decisively to digital, with a 149% surge in impressions in 2025. E-commerce leads the charge as TV ad volumes fall 10%. Discover what this means for brands and agencies.
A pregnant woman was brutally murdered in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district, allegedly by her family over her inter-caste marriage. Police have arrested her father and brother. Read the shocking details.
A cook in Trichy's govt breakfast scheme accuses headmistress of caste-based discrimination after being replaced. She seeks action under the SC/ST Act. Details inside.
A year after a temple wedding, a Gorakhpur woman was beaten and abandoned for refusing to change her caste. Police have filed an FIR under the SC/ST Act and dowry harassment charges. Read the shocking details.
Over 300 orphaned children in Karnataka face an identity crisis as they lack caste certificates, blocking access to education and jobs. The state govt seeks a 1% reservation solution. Read more.
The rise of AI in advertising sparks job fears in Bengaluru. Experts warn of a 30% workforce reduction as agencies adopt automation. Discover how the industry is adapting.
Bihar's upper caste panel defers decision on using 'Bhumihar Brahmin' in official records. Key Bhumihar organizations threaten protests, citing 1931 census data. Read the full story.
After her family allegedly killed her boyfriend Saksham Tete in Nanded, Aanchal Mamidawar's public defiance against caste prejudice and regressive social norms is a powerful statement. Her story exposes the criminalisation of love in India.
WPP Media forecasts global ad revenue to reach $1.14 trillion in 2025, up from 6% to 8.8% growth, fueled by AI and resilient tariff strategies. Retail media to overtake TV ads.
Telangana High Court dismisses appeal by seven individuals, upholding the cancellation of their ST Lambada caste certificates. The court cited migration from Maharashtra in 1956 as a key factor. Read the full legal analysis.
In a tragic act of defiance, Aanchal Mamidwar performed marriage rituals on her murdered partner Saksham Tate in Nanded. Her family, arrested for the honour killing, now faces her quest for justice.
Allahabad High Court orders verification of Scheduled Caste status for individuals who converted to other religions. The ruling impacts caste certificate issuance and reservation benefits.
In a shocking honour killing case, a Maharashtra woman performed marriage rituals with her boyfriend's corpse after her father and brothers murdered him. The tragic incident highlights caste violence.
In a heartbreaking incident in Nanded, a teenage girl performed wedding rituals with her murdered boyfriend's body after her family allegedly killed him over their inter-caste relationship. Read the full story.
Ganjam police register case against 9 including village head for allegedly ostracising additional tehsildar's family over inter-caste marriage. Community denies allegations.
Mumbai's BMC implements new 2025 advertising guidelines limiting digital billboard brightness to 3:1 ratio to reduce glare. Learn how this affects road safety and urban landscape.
Omnicom Group acquires IPG in $13.5 billion deal, creating world's largest advertising company. Discover how this merger impacts India's ad industry, job market and competitive landscape.
Bengaluru's new draft advertisement rules for 2025 introduce a centralized auction system to tackle illegal hoardings, enhance city aesthetics, and boost municipal revenue. Read the complete details.
Bright Outdoor Media Limited reports impressive H1 FY2026 performance with 22% revenue growth and 15% EBITDA increase. The company expands its digital footprint across India.
Star Health Insurance pioneers India's first AI-generated advertising campaign, revolutionizing insurance marketing with cutting-edge technology and emotional storytelling.
Truecaller introduces ROI of Trust, its first comprehensive measurement suite tracking attention, trust, confidence and advertising impact at scale for brands in India.