Sindhuja Rai named Chief Client Officer, APMEA at WPP Media.
Sindhuja Rai has been named Chief Client Officer for the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa (APMEA) region at WPP Media, and will be based in Singapore. She announced the…
WPP and Vercel deepen partnership to boost AI-driven digital experiences.
WPP has expanded its global partnership with web platform Vercel to integrate its AI tools — v0 and AI SDK — into WPP’s creative workflow. This collaboration aims to speed…
Omnicom-Interpublic merger clears major FTC approval.
Omnicom and Interpublic have cleared a major regulatory hurdle as the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) concluded its antitrust review of Omnicom’s proposed acquisition of Interpublic. The FTC granted early…
Saumya Agarwal appointed Vice President at Madison Media Plus.
Madison Media Plus, part of Madison World, has appointed Saumya Agarwal as Vice President. Reporting to COO Mimi Deb, Saumya brings over 18 years of experience in integrated marketing across…
Dentsu launches ‘dentsu anime solutions (das)’ to boost global expansion of Japanese anime.
Dentsu Inc. and Dentsu Anime Solutions Inc. have launched a new global brand, dentsu anime solutions (das), aimed at accelerating the international growth of Japanese anime. Responding to rising global…
WPP named Creative Company of the Year at Cannes Lions 2025.
WPP was named Creative Company of the Year at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, recognising the outstanding creative work across its agencies. WPP won a total of…
Ogilvy and Dove’s “Real Beauty” wins Grand Prix in Creative Strategy.
On the fourth day of the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Ogilvy and Dove were awarded the Grand Prix in Creative Strategy – Long-Term Brand Platform for their…
BBH India brings home a Bronze Lion for ‘Bassi vs Garnier Men Facewash’ Campaign
Mumbai, 18 June, 2025: Publicis Groupe’s creative powerhouse BBH India has earned global applause with a Bronze Lion at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2025 for Garnier L’Oréal’s campaign…
WPP Media Wins Nilkamal Mandate, to Be Led by EssenceMediacom
Mumbai, June 18th, 2025: WPP Media has secured the complete media mandate for Nilkamal Limited, with EssenceMediacom leading the charge across both digital and offline channels. The mandate covers media…
OMD India wins Muthoot Finance’s Q2 media mandate.
OMD India has been awarded the media planning and buying mandate for Muthoot Finance for Q2 of the current financial year, as reported by Exchange4media. The account, worth around ₹200…
Dentsu partners with MiQ Sigma to boost next-gen media operations.
MiQ and dentsu have formed a strategic partnership, making MiQ the official Intelligence Partner for dentsu. As the first holding company to integrate MiQ Sigma—MiQ’s AI-powered programmatic platform—dentsu aims to…
Ogilvy, VML, and Talented win Lions for India on Cannes 2025 Day 2.
On Day Two of Cannes Lions 2025, Indian agencies continued their winning run with key awards in Design, Music, and Sports categories. Ogilvy Bangalore won Bronze in Design Lions for…
Uditvanu Das joins Havas Play as AVP to lead sports, content, and entertainment.
Uditvanu Das has been appointed Associate Vice President at Havas Play, the Havas India division focused on sports, content, and entertainment experiences. He will work with the team to craft…
FCB India Wins Gold at Cannes Lions for ‘Lucky Yatra’ Campaign
FCB India has won a Gold Lion at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity for its campaign ‘Lucky Yatra’ created for the Indian Railways. The campaign transformed routine train…
Havas Creative India Wins First-Ever Cannes Lions Gold for the Country with ‘Ink of Democracy’
In a landmark moment for Indian advertising, Havas Creative India has brought home the country’s first Gold Lion at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity — and it’s for…
Criteo and Dentsu Launch Global Commerce Media Partnership
Criteo and dentsu have announced a major global partnership, marking the first time a top holding company will fully adopt Criteo’s Commerce Media Platform. The collaboration aims to enhance dentsu’s…
India scores four shortlists in Cannes Lions 2025 Print & Publishing category.
India has secured four shortlists in the Print & Publishing Lions category at Cannes Lions 2025, all from Mumbai-based agencies, showcasing the city’s creative strength. Havas, Mumbai, leads with three…
India earns sole shortlist spot in Cannes Lions 2025 Industry Craft category.
Despite strong performances by Indian agencies across several categories at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2025, India secured just one shortlist in the Industry Craft Lions category. Bangalore-based…
India Shines at Cannes Lions 2025 with 42+ Shortlists!
India is making waves at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, racking up an impressive 65 shortlists across a wide range of categories, from design and media to…
Independent agencies see 18% surge with 26,900 entries at Cannes Lions 2025.
Cannes Lions 2025 has received 26,900 award submissions from 96 markets, marking a strong global turnout and highlighting a shift in the creative industry toward design, B2B, and social impact.…
WPP Media names Caroline Foster Kenny and Stephanie Prager Global Client Presidents.
WPP Media has appointed Caroline Foster Kenny and Stephanie Prager as Global Client Presidents. Kenny, formerly at VML, will oversee EssenceMediacom’s client portfolio, bringing 15+ years of WPP experience. Prager,…
We Are at the Threshold of a Powerful Shift in the History of Media, Advertising & Creativity- Niraj Ruparel
1. AI in Advertising – Superpower for Growth or the Industry’s Slow Poison? Your POV? We are at the threshold of one of the most powerful shifts in the history…
Havas Media India Elevates Leadership Team
Havas Media India has announced key leadership elevations across its investment and business verticals. Ramsai Panchapakesan is now President – Investments and Partnerships, Binu Thomas becomes Managing Partner – Investments…
India’s Influencer Marketing Industry Hits ₹3,600 Cr in 2024, Set to Grow 25% in 2025: The Goat Agency x Kantar Report
Mumbai, June 11, 2025 — WPP Media’s influencer and content marketing solution, The Goat Agency, in collaboration with Kantar, the world’s leading marketing data and analytics company, has released the…
WPP CEO Mark Read to step down in late 2025 after seven years.
WPP CEO Mark Read will step down on December 31, 2025, after over 30 years with the company and seven years as CEO. He believes it’s the right time for…
Paramount ends 20-year WPP partnership, appoints Publicis amid merger talks.
Paramount has ended its two-decade-long media partnership with WPP, selecting Publicis as its new media agency without a formal review. The shift comes as Paramount prepares for a potential $8…
Vaseline unveils ‘Screen Block’ skincare for gamers in Asia.
Vaseline, in collaboration with Ogilvy Singapore and Canada, has launched Screen Block, a rebranded SPF 50+ sunscreen designed to protect gamers in Asia from harmful blue light exposure. Debuting in…
Havas acquires Enverta Digital to boost North American CX.
Havas has acquired Toronto-based Enverta Digital to strengthen its customer experience (CX) and digital transformation services in North America. Enverta, known for its CRM expertise and work with platforms like…
CCI clears Omnicom’s acquisition of IPG.
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the $30 billion merger between U.S.-based advertising giants Omnicom Group Inc. and Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG). The deal will create…
Goafest 2025 Day 1:- Wavemaker wins Media Agency of the Year, ABP Named Publisher of the year Award.
Wavemaker clinched the prestigious ‘Agency of the Year’ title on Day 1 of the Abby Awards at Goafest 2025, delivering an outstanding performance with a Grand Prix, six Golds, eight…