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Underneat launches campaign celebrating offline experiences

The shapewear brand’s latest campaign focuses on real-world social moments, positioning comfort and confidence as enablers of everyday experiences.

Snapchat reports 10x advertiser growth in India

Snapchat says advertiser adoption in India has accelerated sharply, driven by immersive formats, AI-powered tools and Gen Z engagement.

WPP hands group CSO remit to AKQA boss Baiju Shah

WPP hands group CSO remit to AKQA boss Baiju Shah

Shah was hired from Accenture Song in 2025.

Ikea picks creative agency

VCCP has emerged victorious in the review, which kicked off last year and was handled directly by the brand.

APAC ad growth slows to 5.9% but retains global lead: Dentsu

Dentsu points to a maturing digital ecosystem, with spend consolidating around social, commerce and CTV while legacy formats plateau.

MSL India - PR Awards 2026

PRWeek India - PR Awards 2026: Winners announced

MSL India and L&T Finance claimed top honours at a power-packed celebration at The Nines in Juhu.

Amazon Music Unlimited launches in India with six-month trial

Amazon Music has introduced its premium Unlimited tier in India, expanding its subscription offering with enhanced audio features and flexible listening options.

Arte Mediatech wins Vahan.ai creative and digital mandate

Arte Mediatech has been appointed to lead Vahan.ai’s creative and digital communications as the recruitment platform expands across India.

Kinnect sharpens growth strategy with leadership moves

The integrated creative agency is entering a new phase of expansion, backed by leadership changes and a continued focus on integrated marketing solutions.

SBI Mutual Fund highlights SIP discipline through new campaign

SBI Mutual Fund has launched a nationwide campaign using relatable life scenarios to reinforce the value of disciplined SIP investing.

Younion names Sharat Kuttikat as creative chief

Younion Brand Experiences has appointed Sharat Kuttikat as chief creative officer to lead its creative function across India, ASEAN and ANZ.

Imperial Blue, Tilaknagar Industries

Grey 82.5 bags Imperial Blue creative mandate

The mandate was won following a multi-agency pitch.

PepsiCo India launches Adrenaline Rush with Gen Z campaign

PepsiCo India has expanded its energy drinks portfolio with Adrenaline Rush, supported by a digital-first campaign targeting Gen Z consumers.

Adobe, Artificial intelligence, WPP, Omnicom

Adobe expands enterprise AI ambitions with CX Enterprise Coworker

The tech company bets on AI coworkers as brands seek outcomes, not experiments.

FIFA World Cup 2026: The future of live sport is mobile and social

This World Cup, the second screen will move up front

Snapchat's UK boss Jake Thomas argues that the future of live sport is not just broadcast; it is mobile, social and participatory.

Parle-G redefines what it means to be a genius

Its latest ‘G Maane Genius’ chapter shifts the conversation from intelligence and achievement to empathy, kindness and everyday acts of human connection.

Navi UPI expands Hurrypur with new campaign chapter

Navi UPI has extended its Hurrypur platform with new films, creator integrations and IPL-linked activations centred on payment speed.

Mogu Mogu targets Gen Z with global campaign

The beverage brand launches a locally focused leg of its worldwide campaign, connecting its product proposition to everyday Gen Z experiences.

Kelloggs, Cannes Lions

From pasta to noodles: Kellogg’s turns to an Indian studio to build a category in the Ivory Coast

Dream Slate Pictures’ campaign, now a Cannes Lions 2026 Creative Commerce contender, highlights how consumer behaviour change and AI-enabled creativity can drive measurable commercial outcomes.

Spinny brings ‘God Promise’ campaign to Tamil Nadu

The used-car platform expands its trust-led marketing initiative with a localised campaign featuring Sachin Tendulkar across Tamil Nadu.

Truecaller and Gupshup partner to expand business messaging

The collaboration aims to help brands deliver verified, rich-media customer communication across multiple international markets.

Utopai Studios unveils PAI 2.0 for AI filmmaking

The latest version of PAI introduces agent-led workflows, enhanced creative controls and long-form cinematic content capabilities.

Aigenc.ai launches AI-led marketing intelligence platform

Founded by the creators of Momspresso, the new venture aims to combine AI-driven creative intelligence with marketing execution.

Flipkart, Meta, Myntra, Content creators

From social feeds to shopping carts, Flipkart and Meta bet on creator commerce

The initiative launches first on Facebook, with Instagram slated for the next phase of the rollout across Meta’s platforms.

Adani Realty appoints Harinder Dhillon for NCR growth

The real estate developer has strengthened its Delhi-NCR leadership team with a senior sales and marketing appointment to drive expansion across key markets.

PaRa Music launches AI-led music IP platform

The new music company combines human-made composition with AI-driven market intelligence to scale Indian music discovery, distribution and monetisation.

The Experience Edit launches immersive experience IP venture

Founded by three industry professionals, the new company aims to create and scale original live experience formats from India for global audiences.

Dylect partners Rannvijay Singha for dashcam awareness campaign

The lifestyle technology brand is using real-world road scenarios to highlight the role of dashcams in improving driver protection and accountability.

TUTE Consult launches Vector strategy and intelligence division

The new division expands the consultancy’s offering with brand intelligence, research and AI-led narrative strategy services.

BharatPe launches Flex with UPI credit campaign

The fintech company has introduced a credit-on-UPI offering supported by a new marketing campaign focused on payment flexibility.

Zendesk appoints Tifenn Dano Kwan as CMO

The marketing leadership appointment comes as Zendesk expands its AI-focused customer service strategy and global growth ambitions.

OPPO and Instagram launch creator growth programme

The partnership combines mobile imaging technology and content distribution to support emerging creators through mentorship, challenges and visibility opportunities.

Saicon appoints Sajin Nair as chief marketing officer

The technology services company has strengthened its leadership team with a marketing appointment focused on brand positioning and business growth.

Leads Brand Connect expands into consumer brands business

The former advertising agency is broadening its role from communications partner to brand builder, distributor and market development specialist.

IAA launches Leadership Unscripted with Dr Ram Charan

The new dialogue series aims to bring business leaders together for discussions on leadership, disruption, resilience and organisational transformation.

InnerGroup appoints Neha Bubna to lead AI production

The senior hire strengthens InnerStudio’s focus on AI, automation and scalable content production for in-house marketing teams.

Piyush Pandey, Ogilvy

Piyush Pandey enters The One Club’s Creative Hall of Fame

The induction ceremony will take place on September 16, 2026, at Capitale in New York.

Danielle Jin, SVP and APAC CMO, Visa

'In the best-case scenario, you don't think about us at all': Visa's Danielle Jin on marketing an invisible brand

Jin explains why a brand designed to be invisible is going all-in on football, K-pop and gaming.

Gucci owner Kering has launched a global media review

Gucci owner kicks off global media review

Dentsu's iProspect is the incumbent on the account.

Ferrari Luce - Brand bust or strategic play

The Ferrari Luce makes too much sense and that’s the problem

Ferrari has built its brand on a very specific set of sensory cues. Could a deviation from those cues prove to be its smartest bet yet?

VDO.AI expands omnichannel offering with in-app ads

The adtech company has launched a suite of interactive in-app advertising formats aimed at improving engagement and supporting omnichannel campaigns.

Nykaa taps viral moment with Karan Kundrra campaign

The beauty retailer uses a trending online conversation to highlight the importance of shade matching and foundation selection.

Sunder Venketraman exits Verse Innovation after five years

The chief business officer of Josh concludes a five-year stint marked by partnership development, business expansion and commercial growth initiatives.

Niva Bupa elevates Akshat Misra to growth marketing lead

The promotion expands Misra’s responsibilities across growth marketing, customer acquisition, digital platforms and brand development initiatives.

Kantar study highlights value-focused Indian consumers

A new Kantar study shows consumers becoming more selective with spending while prioritising savings, financial security and meaningful experiences.

Kurlon appoints Tonic Worldwide for digital mandate

The agency will lead Kurlon’s digital marketing efforts, focusing on consumer relevance, brand storytelling and growth among digital-first audiences.

Team Pumpkin wins MutualFundWala performance marketing mandate

The agency will lead performance marketing initiatives aimed at increasing investor acquisition, SIP conversions and digital growth for the investment platform.

BroCode and Bold Care launch BroTection campaign

The partnership introduces a sexual wellness product inspired by consumer behaviour, supported by a digital-first marketing campaign and retail activations.

Deloitte promotes Rohit Varier to executive director

The elevation recognises the growing strategic importance of communications, brand reputation and stakeholder engagement within Deloitte South Asia's leadership structure.

World Environment Day, Ogilvy, Mother's dairy, sustainability

Packaging becomes the message and the messenger

Mother Dairy uses World Environment Day to spotlight degradable packaging and test whether sustainability can travel beyond claims.