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Are brands being unimaginative this Women’s Day?

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Are brands being unimaginative this Women’s Day?

Gender portrayals in advertising remain stereotyped, with female depictions particularly skewed, said a report by Kantar Group

Decoding myths around dishwashers, BSH aims to bring one to every Indian kitchen

BUSINESS

Decoding myths around dishwashers, BSH aims to bring one to every Indian kitchen

BSH sells dishwashers in the price range of Rs 27,000 to Rs 48,000.

As e-sports pitch hots up, online gaming firms rope in big celebrities

BUSINESS

As e-sports pitch hots up, online gaming firms rope in big celebrities

A Forbes report pegs India’s gaming industry at $890 million and expects the mobile games market to be worth $1 billion by 2020.

Entry of content creators in the OTT space not a threat to streaming giants: Experts

BUSINESS

Entry of content creators in the OTT space not a threat to streaming giants: Experts

Shemaroo, one of the biggest content acquisition and distribution companies, recently joined the OTT space by launching its streaming service ShemarooMe.

Movies like KGF, Yajama raise hope for Kannada film industry which is vying for success

BUSINESS

Movies like KGF, Yajama raise hope for Kannada film industry which is vying for success

Trade experts claim that KGF is the first Kannada film to make Rs 200 crore worldwide and to make Rs 100 crore in Karnataka alone.

World's oldest salon Truefitt & Hill sees ample opportunities in India

BUSINESS

World's oldest salon Truefitt & Hill sees ample opportunities in India

A study on India’s male grooming market says that the adoption of western culture, increased disposable income, elevated standard of living, and urbanization is contributing to the growth of this industry.

February keeps up box office momentum in 2019 with business of over Rs 300 crore

BUSINESS

February keeps up box office momentum in 2019 with business of over Rs 300 crore

February witnessed an interesting trend with Uri: The Surgical Strike trending even in its seventh week.

Indians love fantasy sports and the increasing number of users is a proof of it

BUSINESS

Indians love fantasy sports and the increasing number of users is a proof of it

Cricket is the most sought after sports in the fantasy sports leagues space.

Comedies to rule the roost in 2019 as genre sees more reception amid audience

BUSINESS

Comedies to rule the roost in 2019 as genre sees more reception amid audience

From adventure to horror, Indian films have explored probably every skin of comedy.

Ban on Indian films is only a step backward for Pakistan film industry, say experts

BUSINESS

Ban on Indian films is only a step backward for Pakistan film industry, say experts

Indian films help cinema owners in the neighbouring nation to recover cost and every time Pakistan bans an Indian film exhibitors incur huge losses.

Soon, content from OTT platforms will compete with mainstream films across Indian award shows

BUSINESS

Soon, content from OTT platforms will compete with mainstream films across Indian award shows

After Roma's win at the Oscars, there is a possibility that content via streaming platforms will find recognition in major Indian award shows.

India's rich fancy these foreign destinations, here's why

BUSINESS

India's rich fancy these foreign destinations, here's why

The primary reason rich Indians are looking for an alternative passport is travel freedom.

Curious case of Uri’s box office run; Oscars 2019 kept entertainment quotient high this week

BUSINESS

Curious case of Uri’s box office run; Oscars 2019 kept entertainment quotient high this week

It has been 40 days since Uri: The Surgical Strike released but it is still enjoying an uninterrupted run -- an usual scenario especially for a mid-budget film.

Electronic visas to biometric gates, how smart technologies are transforming air travel

TRAVEL-TRENDS

Electronic visas to biometric gates, how smart technologies are transforming air travel

Smart travel solutions are turning out to be game changer for the travel and tourism sector both in India and world over.

Worried about cyber safety? Don’t panic, just be proactive

BUSINESS

Worried about cyber safety? Don’t panic, just be proactive

In terms of cyber security, the world is on a reactive mode to address threats such as anti-malware and virus detection but it is time to be proactive

The South Story: Advertisers bank on growing potential of television in southern markets

BUSINESS

The South Story: Advertisers bank on growing potential of television in southern markets

According to a 2019 report titled The Southside Story, television dominated the advertising space in south last year with 79 percent followed by radio with 16 percent share.

Here's why the advertising world is betting big on 2019

BUSINESS

Here's why the advertising world is betting big on 2019

The year will see a substantial increase in government spending due to the general elections scheduled before May.

A hackathon of women, by women and for women

BUSINESS

A hackathon of women, by women and for women

The Womandroid Hackathon 2019 took place in Bengaluru where all women coders came together to develop apps to empower women.

Kaya aims at mass distribution for its new skincare brand Kaya Youth via Marico's launch

BUSINESS

Kaya aims at mass distribution for its new skincare brand Kaya Youth via Marico's launch

The company, which recently announced its third quarter results for FY19, reported an 11 percent revenue growth.

Ranveer Singh: The new blue-eyed boy of the brand world

BUSINESS

Ranveer Singh: The new blue-eyed boy of the brand world

The actor in 2018 had as many as 25 brands in his kitty and his brand value of $63 million helped him scale up a notch to rank 4 from 2017

Valentine's Day and Gully Boy make up for an exciting week at the box office

BUSINESS

Valentine's Day and Gully Boy make up for an exciting week at the box office

With Gully Boy looking strong at the box office, this could be Ranveer Singh’s third consecutive hit in last four months.

Mukta A2 cinemas betting on good content and market down South, will open 20 screens by Dec

BUSINESS

Mukta A2 cinemas betting on good content and market down South, will open 20 screens by Dec

The company’s total count for number of screens stands at 64 screens, including six in Bahrain and 10 under its joint venture with Asian Cinemas

Will Gully Boy be music to Ranveer Singh's ears?

BUSINESS

Will Gully Boy be music to Ranveer Singh's ears?

The film is likely to open at Rs 20 crore and earn Rs 70 crore- 85 crore during the four-day weekend

How brands are leveraging Valentine's Day to boost online shopping

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How brands are leveraging Valentine's Day to boost online shopping

Over the years, online shopping for Valentine's Day has become a popular trend.

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