At Pitch BrandTalk 2025, Cheil’s Kunal Ghosh shared sharp insights on how quick commerce selling phones has transformed the trajectory of tech retail in India. Consumers today expect speed, clarity, and convenience. Therefore, brands must rethink their marketing playbooks. Ghosh highlighted how these shifts are not temporary trends but lasting behavioural changes that continue to…
The New Era of AI-Powered Advertising Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in advertising—it is now a core part of how modern campaigns are planned, executed, and optimized. Across the industry, brands and agencies are embracing AI to improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and create more impactful customer experiences. From content generation and…
AI-Driven Consumer Intent Tools Reshaping Digital Media Planning in 2026 marks a decisive shift in how brands understand, target, and influence audiences. Traditional media planning relied heavily on demographics, past performance, and broad behavioural assumptions. However, in 2026, the focus has moved toward real-time intent signals powered by artificial intelligence. Instead of asking who the…
The Future of Smart Travel is Here Travel technology is evolving rapidly, and ixigo is taking a bold step toward redefining how people plan and experience journeys. Traditionally, AI in travel has been used for recommending flights, comparing fares, and suggesting routes. However, ixigo’s latest innovation aims to push these boundaries further by creating an…
In today’s fast-paced urban lifestyle, brands are constantly looking for ways to stay relevant, visible, and connected with their audience. One such campaign that stands out in recent transit advertising is Navi’s ‘HURRYPUR’ campaign on the BMRCL Purple Line, executed by MUDRA OOH. This campaign is a strong example of how brands can align their…
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the communications industry. What began as a tool for automation has now evolved into a strategic force shaping how brands build trust, manage reputation, and engage audiences. As organisations move deeper into an AI-first world, AI-Led communication functions are being redefined at both operational and strategic levels. In conversation with…
India’s advertising market is expected to witness modest, digital-led growth in 2026, following a muted 2025 marked by budget caution, regulatory uncertainty, and slower expansion in traditional media sectors. Industry analysts project low single-digit growth, with most gains coming from digital and performance marketing. Meanwhile, television, print, and outdoor are likely to remain subdued, pressured…
India’s audio entertainment ecosystem is entering a powerful new phase as Pocket FM expands its storytelling universe through a strategic integration with Amazon Alexa. With this move, Pocket FM audio series on Alexa are now available to millions of smart speaker users across the country, making long-form storytelling more accessible, immersive, and habitual than ever…
Google has launched a fresh and emotionally rich advertising initiative through its collaboration with Tiger Telly. The new Google Tiger Telly campaign blends storytelling and technology to highlight Google’s latest AI innovations in a culturally relevant manner. How the Google Tiger Telly Campaign Uses Storytelling The campaign focuses on real-life moments, showing how Google’s AI…
New Zealand has launched one of its most ambitious animal rehoming campaigns yet — and it stars one of television’s most beloved pets. Santa’s Little Helper, the famous greyhound from The Simpsons, is the face of a new Out-of-Home (OOH) and social campaign for Greyhounds as Pets (GAP). This heartwarming initiative comes in response to…