Global Ad Spend to Grow 8.8% in 2025, Hits $1.14 Trillion
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.
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.
A new report reveals India's audio social media surge is driven by Tier 2-4 cities, with 95% of new users from non-metros. Discover the shift towards private, voice-led conversations.
The UAE's Bridge Summit united global media leaders to tackle misinformation & AI's impact. Discover how the future of news is being shaped in Dubai. Read more!
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin launched RT India in New Delhi. Five media MoUs were signed between Prasar Bharati and Russian firms to create alternative platforms. Read more.
Oprah Winfrey endorses Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s, calling it a life-changing move. The law, effective Dec 10, aims to protect youth from harmful content. Will the US follow?
As Meta starts enforcing Australia's social media ban for under-16s, the world watches. Can age-faking and VPNs defeat the shield? Read the analysis.
Jaunpur's new World Athletics-certified synthetic track, built at Rs 8.65 crore, promises year-round training for Purvanchal athletes, aiming for national and international glory. Read how this facility transforms local sports.
India's entertainment and media industry is projected to surge from $32.2B in 2024 to $47.2B by 2029, fueled by digital adoption and a young population. Discover the key drivers and segment-wise growth.
Kerala High Court states synthetic kumkum sales to Sabarimala devotees persist illegally. Notice issued to alleged distributor 'Ideal Enterprises'. Read the latest developments.
Uttar Pradesh STF arrests two drug peddlers, seizes 523 grams of high-grade MDMA in Lucknow. The interstate syndicate sourced drugs from Delhi, Bihar. Read the full investigation details.
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
Janhvi Kapoor criticizes media and social media for derailing human morality, citing painful speculations around her mother Sridevi's death. Read her powerful statement.
Janhvi Kapoor opens up about the traumatic media coverage of her mother Sridevi's death, calling it voyeuristic and insensitive. She reveals how personal grief became public spectacle. Read her powerful statement.
Australia's new social media ban for under-16s ignites global debate on safety vs. freedom. Experts weigh in on impacts, enforcement challenges, and what it means for India's youth.
Indore police crack down on Chinese manja sellers after a 16-year-old boy dies from a fatal throat injury. Two arrested with 200 rolls. Read the full story on the city's safety campaign.
Tragic death of 16-year-old Gulshan in Indore highlights dangers of banned Chinese manja. Read about the incident and urgent need for enforcement.
The White House launches a 'media offenders' page listing news outlets it accuses of misinformation. Get the full story on this escalating media conflict.
Tiruvallur police dismantle sophisticated drug network spanning multiple states, arresting 16 including foreign nationals. Major drug haul seized in month-long operation.
Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora inaugurates state's first indoor volleyball hall and synthetic tennis courts at SCD Government College, boosting sports infrastructure with ₹4.37 crore investment.
NASA-ISRO NISAR mission completes antenna deployment and enters science phase. First S-band radar images reveal Godavari River Delta with unprecedented precision. Read more about this breakthrough in Earth observation.
Indore administration imposes immediate ban on synthetic kite strings to protect birds and ensure public safety during Makar Sankranti festival. Learn about the restrictions.
Heated social media debate erupts over media's age coverage of Biden vs Trump. Former White House official Neera Tanden joins journalists in discussing perceived bias. Read the full story.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this impacts political discourse and what it means for users.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this tool aimed at authenticity became a political battleground.
Mental health experts reveal how blind social media admiration creates unrealistic expectations and psychological harm. Learn to identify healthy online interactions.
Kavundampalayam police arrested R Peter, 27, for possessing 171g methamphetamine for sale. The Kerala native sourced drugs from Bengaluru. Read the full investigation details.
India faces alarming 280% rise in deepfake incidents with sophisticated AI scams targeting corporations and individuals. Learn detection methods and protection strategies.
Bengaluru CCB arrests Nigerian national, seizes synthetic drugs worth Rs 23.74 crore in a major crackdown. Read about the police operation and its impact.