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In a High Court case, Adman Sandeep Goyal wants the government to control surrogate advertisements.
In order to stop surrogate advertising, Sandeep Goyal has petitioned the Punjab and Haryana High Court for a government-led oversight agency. He contends that deceptive advertising of things that are prohibited, such as alcohol and tobacco, cannot be addressed by the self-regulation that is in place at the moment. By acknowledging the issue and sending letters to the appropriate authorities, the court has signaled the start of an important legal discussion over advertising control.The nation is experiencing a health catastrophe as a result of young people developing early alcohol and tobacco addictions. According to the petition, "it is argued that the commercials, which feature well-known celebrities to promote their product, not only encourage the use of alcohol and tobacco but also validate their use through the glamorous representation of these products. "The petition highlights how ineffectual the present self-regulatory frameworks—such as the Advertising Standards Council of India's (ASCI)—are at preventing deceptive advertising. Goyal demands a stronger regulatory framework run by the government to monitor advertising material.Goyal argues that current redressal procedures are not quick to offset the immediate effects of these advertisements, which continue to reach sizable audiences before any kind of regulation is implemented. Additionally, he cites Supreme Court and high court rulings advocating for more stringent regulatory monitoring in the advertising industry.
Published 31 May 2025 07:43 PM
Neelam Kothari Soni, Masaba Gupta, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Rohan Joshi are also featured in the movie.
Neelam Kothari Soni, Masaba Gupta, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Rohan Joshi are also featured in the movie. For the impending End of Reason Sale (EORS), Myntra has released their newest ad, which features a gorgeous cast and a humorous twist.The story, which is set in a stylized living room, centers on a fictitious intervention that Johar's friends conduct, during which they first chastise him for using coupons to purchase. As each of them is ultimately influenced by the sale's offerings, the scenario swiftly becomes comical. With EORS scheduled to begin on May 31, the movie centers on Myntra's claims of the "Lowest Price Guaranteed" and cashback incentives."With each edition of EORS, our goal is not just to deliver unmatched value but to redefine how India experiences fashion," stated Kejal Parekh, Associate Director, Marketing, Myntra, while describing the intentions of the campaign. By bringing together well-known individuals in an entertaining and unusual atmosphere that reflects how our customers interact with fashion today, we wanted to achieve something genuinely novel for the 22nd edition.
Published 27 May 2025 08:55 PM
Day 3 of Goafest 2025 ignites discussions on bravery, inventiveness, and the storytelling potential of AI.
As the curtains opened on Day 3 of Goafest 2025, the atmosphere was electric, promising another day of creativity, innovation, inspiration, and information exchange. Under the theme IGNITE HUNGAMA, Mahindra Auto & Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs, in collaboration with Bingo!, kicked off the day with an incredible performance by Indian playback artist Javed Ali.Youri Guerassimov, Chief Creative Officer and CEO of Marcel France, gave a keynote talk on "Creativity That Dares to Disrupt" to the audience following the riveting performance. YouTube used the theme IGNITE BRAVERY to deliver the keynote.Using daring initiatives such as Volvo's safety innovation and Nike's Colin Kaepernick ad, he demonstrated how businesses stand out when they exhibit boldness, whether it be strategic, activist, or designers. Real effect frequently comes from simplicity and intent, as demonstrated by Marcel's "Inglorious Fruits and Vegetables," which turned an in-store concept into a movement, and McDonald's simple billboard. Guerassimov came to the conclusion that bravery is an attitude rather than a financial plan. "Being a little uncomfortable" in advertising is frequently a sign that you are headed in the correct direction. He asserted that remorse endures much longer than fear.
Published 23 May 2025 08:10 PM
It’s a winning habit: Ajay Gupte on Wavemaker’s Abby victory, TV’s resilience, embracing evolution
Adgully had an open discussion with Ajay Gupte, CEO – South Asia at Wavemaker, at the center of Goafest 2024, where celebration, creativity, and innovation come together. Gupte was cheerful and thoughtful after the agency's significant victory at the Media ABBYs. He discussed the changing media landscape, the function of forums like Goafest, and why ChatGPT and other technologies foster creativity rather than stifle it.Gupte was clearly overjoyed when Wavemaker won its second Media ABBY this year. "We can't wait for our second Media ABBY. He said, "I'm really proud of all my Wavemakers who have worked so hard to make this happen. I'm very, very happy for them." This is simply amazing; it's a winning habit, and I'm honored to be a part of it.Gupte highlighted the value of Goafest as a platform for fostering up-and-coming talent and stimulating innovative ideas. "Goafest is all about inspiring creativity, critical thinking, and the will to accomplish excellent work. "This place has a lot of inspiring work that encourages people to start thinking differently and innovating," he said. "Creativity is truly ignited by forums such as this. I'm very happy that this is taking place. Gupte's perspective is surprisingly upbeat given how AI and programs like ChatGPT are becoming essential to discussions in a variety of industries. "To be honest, I don't think ChatGPT is stifling creativity. With each new technical development, our creativity grows. It improves our ability to think," he stated. "Today's youth are aided by technology and tools that enable them to perform even greater tasks. I hope that will be evident the following year.Gupte provided a pragmatic viewpoint on the seeming gap between conventional and non-traditional media. "Neither traditional media nor non-traditional media exist. He clarified, "It's about traditional or non-traditional planners." "Every medium has a function, particularly in a nation like ours. Understanding each medium's strengths and how they complement one another to produce outcomes is key. Although the medium itself is never traditional, its users occasionally are.
Published 22 May 2025 04:20 PM
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Advertising and Media are the essential verticals in any country and both goes parallely while deciding any strategy for promotions. Advertising has been segregrated between Online & Offline advertising which has further wings under them whereas the Media is also categorize in Offline which is Traditional Media like TV, Newspaper, Magazine and its Online Media form which is through digital platforms like Websites, Social Media, Video Channels and others.
There are rumors that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have three rear cameras.
In January, Samsung released the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which sports a 200-megapixel quad rear camera configuration. According to an early rumor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a significant camera redesign next year. Samsung is reportedly testing a flagship smartphone with three rear cameras rather than four for the following year. The current phone's 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom may not be included in the future iteration. The basic 200-megapixel sensor will probably remain.Samsung is reportedly testing the Galaxy S25 Ultra with three rear cameras: a primary sensor, an ultra-wide device, and a periscope zoom system, according to tipster Sperandio4Tech (@ISAQUES81) on X. According to rumors, the company that makes the flagship smartphone for 2019 will not have the 10-megapixel 3x optical zoom telephoto sensor. This hardware would differ significantly from its predecessors. A 200-megapixel wide camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide shooter, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens with a 5x optical zoom, and a 10-megapixel telephoto shooter with a 3x optical zoom comprise the Galaxy S24 Ultra's quad rear camera configuration. The 200-megapixel primary camera of the rumored Galaxy S25 Ultra prototype is said to remain unchanged, while light-capture efficiency may be enhanced. It is expected to have the same 12-megapixel ultrawide lens, and at this prototyping level, alterations are not possible. We are testing the periscope camera with a huge sensor and variable zoom. Two fixed focal lengths—one between 4x and 5x zoom and the other between 6x and 7x zoom—are being tested by Samsung with the periscope camera.
Live stock market updates for May 14, 2024 Shriram Finance gains more than 2% while Sensex and Nifty trade flat with a positive bias.
Nifty, Sensex, and Stock Prices LIVE: The BSE Sensex was up 104.84 points, or 0.14%, at 72,880.98 at 10.40 a.m., while the Nifty 50 was up 39.35 points, or 0.18%, at 22,143.40. All sectoral indices saw positive trading, with the exception of Nifty Healthcare, FMCG, and Pharma. Nifty Bank increased by 0.05% and Nifty Metal gained 1.16%. India's VIX went up to 21.12%. In May, DIIs made purchases while FIIs kept selling equities. With strong market volatility indicated by the India VIX, analysts advise investors to hold off until a trend change is anticipated, which is anticipated before June 4th, the counting day. Kotak Securities' Shrikant Chouhan offered trading methods based on index levels. Major laggards on the NSE were Cipla, Divi's Laboratories, and Bajaj Auto, while top gainers were Shriram Finance, Power Grid, and Hindalco. PrincipalStock Market Today | Share Market Live Updates - Get all the latest information on the Indian stock markets, share prices, Sensex, Nifty, BSE, and NSE for May 14, 2023, right here.Sensex Today Live Updates: After an overnight surge in Chinese equities listed in the US, Hong Kong markets seemed set to rise. Before this week's important US inflation data, other Asian markets moved in a rangebound manner.Hong Kong equity futures increased as the Golden Dragon Index reached its highest point since September on Monday. Tencent Music Entertainment saw an 11% increase as the online platform released first-quarter results that exceeded forecasts. Australian shares fell as benchmarks in South Korea and Japan increased.According to Chris Weston, head of research at Pepperstone Group, "Hong Kong markets should open higher, with all eyes on earnings from Tencent and Alibaba – both will need to deliver earnings above consensus results and inspiring guidance, as expectations are high, and the market is long and strong." Just a few days ahead of the primary consumer price index, which is expected to indicate stabilization but still remaining too high to justify rate cuts, US stocks, bonds, and the currency experienced slight movements. US futures traded steadily in the early hours of Asia. Economists will analyze US producer price data later on Tuesday to evaluate the significance of the many categories that go into the Federal Reserve's favored inflation indicator. Additionally, Fed Chair Jerome Powell has set
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli present a "thoughtful gift" to the paparazzi in appreciation for "respecting privacy" regarding their children. Observe
By sending gift baskets full of electronics, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli thanked photographers for not taking pictures of their kids, Vamika and Akaay.Gift baskets and a heartfelt note were sent to paparazzi by Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli. The pair expressed gratitude to the media for being 'cooperative' and for'respecting the privacy' of their children, Vamika, the daughter, and Akkay, the son. A paparazzo posted a video of the presents he got from the cricket player and actor on Instagram on Tuesday. Read additionally: Anushka Sharma becomes enraged after seeing a tabloid post Vamika's photos on social media: "Take a lesson from others."In the Instagram Reels description, Viral Bhayani stated, "We received a thoughtful gift delivery at our residence today." In order to show their gratitude for our delight and the birth of our second kid, the renowned power couple Virat and Anushka graciously provided the present." A sincere message that said, "Thank you for always being cooperative and for respecting the privacy of our kids," was enclosed with the gift. Virat, Anushka, and love."
Making of Manthan: Shyam Benegal forced Naseeruddin Shah, Smita Patil, and Amrish Puri to wear the same attire for forty-five days in sweltering weather
During the 40-45 days of filming "Manthan" on location in the little Gujarati village of Sanganva, Shyam Benegal instructed his actors to dress alike. "I told Naseer (Naseeruddin Shah), Smita (Patil), Girish (Karnad), Amrish (Puri), and the others to not change, says Benegal, 'cause people in that very dry area went for days without bathing because they had so little water!"The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, which takes place from May 14–25, has a poetically appropriate film, "Manthan." The film has been selected as one of a number of highly anticipated films in various sections of the festival; FTII alum Payal Kapadia's "All We Imagine As Light" enters the Competition section 30 years after Shaji N Karun's "Swaham." Overall, it's looking like a full Indian summer at the Croisette.Take a brief peek at the other entries from India. Shahana Goswami stars in Sandhya Suri's "Santosh," which is in Un Certain Regard. The film "Sister Midnight" by Karan Kandhari, starring Radhika Apte, is part of the Director's Fortnight, which takes place in tandem with the festival. Another FTII project, the short film "Sunflowers Were The First To Know" by Chidananda Naik, is competing in the La Cinef competition. Kapadia's fellow FTII graduate, Maisam Ali, and Harish Khanna have their feature "In Retreat" included in the Cannes sidebar ACID (Association for the Diffusion of Independent Cinema) program. Additionally, "The Shameless," a film directed by Konstantin Bojanov of Bulgaria and set in India, has been scheduled in the Un Certain Regard. Critics' Week features the short "Sauna Day," which was directed by Tushar Prakash and Anna Hints.Superb cinematographer Santosh Sivan is receiving the Pierre Angenieux prize outside of the screenings. He's going to do a master class as well. This time, there will undoubtedly be more talented people walking the red carpet for their films and representing independent Indian cinema as a whole, rather than just serving as brand ambassadors for mainstream Bollywood. Additionally, it's about time.Benegal and Vijay Tendulkar wrote the 1976 movie, which followed two documentaries on the same topic. "Dr. Kurien believed that the Amul story and the amazing work done locally by the farmers' cooperative, and that's how 'Manthan' was made," according to Benegal (89). It was India's 1977 Oscar submission and took home National Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Screenplay (for Vijay Tendulkar).
The Supreme Court punishes those who create and support misleading food and health advertisements following Patanjalis censure.
Before running advertisements, a Supreme Court bench has requested that advertisers submit self-declaration documents attesting to their adherence to cable TV regulations and advertising guidelines.New Delhi: The Supreme Court is now scrutinizing other sponsors and advertisers of dishonest food and health product ad campaigns, after Patanjali.Advertisers shall submit self-declaration forms certifying their compliance with cable TV laws and advertising standards prior to airing adverts, according to a bench made up of Justice Hima Kohli and Justice A. Amanullah that declared this on Tuesday. It stated that before the advertisements air, these statements had to be filed to the Broadcast Seva webpage.Additionally, it forewarned that promoters of false goods and services, such as celebrities and influencers, would be held equally accountable.The consumer affairs ministry was ordered by the court to set up a system that would allow advertisers to submit self-declarations for print media ads in four weeks. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took action against deceptive or fraudulent advertisements, especially those that pertain to food and health, and the court requested that the ministry provide a new affidavit detailing these steps.Case of Patanjali The court mandated that Patanjali items whose licenses have been revoked by state authorities be taken out of stores, emphasizing that suspended licenses must immediately stop sales. The court further censured a state licensing body for its inability to guarantee the elimination of certain products from retail displays. In addition, the top court served notice to Dr. R.V. Ashokan, the president of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), over Patanjali's alleged derogatory remarks about the Supreme Court, which prompted Patanjali to file a contempt plea. The IMA filed a lawsuit against Patajnali and its founders, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, alleging that they were engaged in a smear campaign against modern medicine. This plea led to the Supreme Court rebuking Patajnali.
An Examination Of The Five Most Expensive Indian Web Series, From Heeramandi To The Family Man
Expensive Indian web series have become a symbol of the nation's expanding entertainment industry. They have excellent actors, original content, and top-notch production values. These productions, which range from historical epics to crime thrillers, enthrall viewers in India and around the world. Current successes such as "Heeramandi" and beloved classics like "Made In Heaven" draw attention to the growing popularity of high-end Indian web series on over-the-top (OTT) platforms.Expensive web series from India have come to represent the country's growing entertainment sector. They have top-notch production quality, unique content, and outstanding acting. These plays captivate audiences in India and around the globe, ranging from historical epics to crime thrillers. Present-day hits like "Heeramandi" and cherished oldies like "Made In Heaven" highlight the increasing demand for upscale Indian web series on over-the-top (OTT) services."Rudra" marked Ajay Devgn's web series debut in 2022; it was reportedly budgeted Rs 200 crore. Ajay Devgn, Raashii Khanna, and Esha Deol play the main parts in the Indian adaption of "Rudra," which is based on the British television series Luther. The series, which won awards for Ajay Devgn's performance and was praised for its visual aesthetic, Rajesh Mapuskar's direction, and cinematography, was generally well-received.According to the first report, the cost of both Sacred Games seasons was approximately Rs 100 crore. Based on Vikram Chandra's 2006 novel, "Sacred Games" is an Indian neo-noir crime thriller television series. Produced and directed by Phantom Films' Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap, it was India's first Netflix original series. Vasant Nath, Smita Singh, and Varun Grover worked on the adaptation. Erik Barmack, Motwane, and Kelly Luegenbiehl served as executive producers for the series."Made in Heaven" is an Indian drama web series that Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti co-created. If reports are to be believed, the project had a budget of Rs 100 crore. The plot of the show centers on Tara and Karan, two Delhi-based wedding coordinators who struggle with the complexities of their personal and professional lives.The first and second seasons of The Family Man were purportedly produced on a Rs 60 crore budget. In 2019, the Indian action thriller web series "The Family Man" made its Amazon Prime Video debut. Manoj Bajpayee plays Srikant Tiwari in the series, which was created by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. Tiwari is a middle-class guy who works covertly as an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (TASC), a fictional division of the National Investigation Agency.
Indias election of 2024 opponents and Modi battle in the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha voting
Live updates for Phase 4 of the Lok Sabha Election 2024: All 17 of Telangana's LS seats, all 25 of Andhra Pradesh's, 13 of Uttar Pradesh's, five of Bihar's, four of Jharkhand's, eight of Madhya Pradesh's, eleven of Maharashtra's, four of Odisha, eight of West Bengal, and one of J-K are having polls.Live updates on the Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 4: The fourth phase of the Lok Sabha election is currently taking place in 96 constituencies spread over nine states and one Union Territory, Jammu and Kashmir. As of 1 pm, the approximate voter turnout was registered at 40.32 percent. Out of all the states that held polls, West Bengal recorded the highest turnout of 51.87 percent, while Jammu & Kashmir recorded the lowest turnout of 23.57 percent. This number remains greater than the turnout in Srinagar in 2019. Simultaneous state assembly elections are being held in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Purchase stocks before June 4, advises Amit Shah; what stock market experts suggest
Union Home Minister Amit Shah told a media outlet on Monday not to link the recent stock market moves to the general elections of 2024. He encouraged stock investors to "buy before June 4," the date of the Lok Sabha election results, anticipating a subsequent surge in the domestic stock market."I can't anticipate stock market moves. However, the market often experiences a surge when a solid government is constituted at the center. I see $400-plus seat wins for BJP, a stable Modi government coming, and thus market rising," Shah told NDTV.His remarks were made on a day when the stock market benchmark Nifty was down for the sixth straight session and the fourth phase of the ongoing elections was in progress. The market's current state of uncertainty regarding the poll's outcome did not seem to phase Shah.Nomura India predicted a BJP victory and continued policy after the general elections in 2024 based on recent polls. Nomura envisions a persistent emphasis on infrastructure spending and a manufacturing drive in addition to budgetary consolidation as part of the reform program for the ensuing five years."The government might concentrate on the more divisive political reforms pertaining to the forces of production—land, labor, and capital—as well as judicial reforms and streamlining the administration of direct and indirect taxes, such as incorporating alcohol, gas, and electricity under the GST. The administration is also anticipated to concentrate more on facilitating foreign investment and establishing the framework for industries of the next generation," the statement stated.MUFG Bank, however, pointed out that although it appeared to be a "done deal," with most political analysts and pollsters predicting that the incumbent BJP government would likely win handily, lower voter turnout in the first three phases of the election has raised perceived uncertainty about the result, even though the consensus is still firmly in favor of the incumbent's return. As long as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) retains a majority of seats in the Lok Sabha (more than 272 seats), we believe that markets will eventually see the results of the Indian general elections favorably. If the BJP loses a few seats but keeps its majority, there might be some little knee-jerk weakness in INR FX and risk assets, the report stated.According to MUFG Bank, in such a situation there will still be policy continuity in important sectors like infrastructure, investment attractiveness, fiscal consolidation, and inflation management, so this weakness should eventually rebound. "Conversely, a greater seat share win by the BJP compared with 2019 (>303 seats) would increase the ability to pass more contentious structural reforms in land, labour and the agriculture sector, and will be perceived much more positively by markets, with INR FX and risk assets likely rallying in the aftermath," it stated. All eyes would be on the July Budget, according to Mirae Asset, if the BJP wins power, to see if any changes are made to the MSP policy, direct or indirect taxation, or MGNREGA payments. Long-term, the emphasis wouldPhillipCapital stated this week that if the much-publicized 400-plus target is met by the BJP-led NDA, it anticipates a robust rise. "We would view a lower 300–330 seat NDA as a buying opportunity if it causes a knee-jerk reaction in the market, or a decline. We would maintain a careful eye on the election's outcome and stock market conditions in the event that voter turnout continues to deteriorate in the upcoming rounds of the election, the domestic brokerage stated in its note.
Inside Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatts Mothers Day celebrations with mothers and mothers-in-law, with a special mention from Nick Jonas
For Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt, it's a family affair as they celebrated Mother's Day with affectionate photos and get-togethers. Alia and Priyanka shared beautiful photos and sentiments on social media on Mother's Day as a way to show their appreciation and love for their moms and mothers-in-law.Along with her mother Soni Razdan, sister Shaheen Bhatt, husband Ranbir Kapoor, and mother-in-law Neetu Kapoor, Alia enjoyed a beautiful day together. The family grinned with Ranbir while posing in matching white attire, with Soni embracing her girls and Neetu clutching a stylish umbrella. For the event, Alia wore a stylish button-down shirt dress. She accessorized her appearance with a sleek hairstyle, gold hoops earrings, and little makeup.Alia shared a touching photo of their Mother's Day festivities on Instagram before heading to London to see Gucci's debut Cruise collection. She wrote, "Precious moments with my precious ones," as the photo's description. Later, when she was leaving for London, she was photographed wearing an elegant travel attire, which went viral on social media.Alia gave her mother, Soni, a surprise bouquet of flowers before the Mother's Day celebration. Soni posted the image of the flowers on Instagram with the caption, "Blessed. " Neetu shared some old photos and a peek of the heartfelt notes she received from her granddaughter Samara and daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.In the meantime, Priyanka Chopra posted a number of photos of her mother Madhu Chopra, mother-in-law Denise Jonas, daughter Malti Maries, and husband Nick Jonas on social media. Little Malti was a major character in every one of the touching moments of love and connection that were captured in the pictures. Priyanka is pictured in one of the pictures with her mother and Nick holding Malti in his arms. Malti is in every picture, and Nick's mother is included in additional ones as well.Priyanka thanked her mother, mother-in-law, and aunts for their love and support throughout her life in the note that went with the gift. "Happy Mother's Day to all those who have been fortunate enough to experience a mother's love, nurturing, and guardianship." I consider myself extremely fortunate to have had amazing influences on my upbringing from not only my mother and grandmothers, but also my aunts. It really does require a village," she wrote.
Results of the CBSE 2024: Class 10 announced. Where to look, vanishing patterns, & additional
On May 13, the Central Board of Secondary Education announced the results for Class 10. The board had previously declared the 2024 Class 12 Results. The Class 10 board exam was administered by CBSE this year from February 15 to March 13.On May 13, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared the Class 10 results. This year, 93.60 percent of candidates passed. Twenty-95,467 out of the 22,38,827 candidates that took the exam this year succeeded. There has been a 0.48 percent increase in the pass percentage this year. The Class 10 pass percentage in 2023 was 92.12%.According to officials, more than 47,000 pupils received grades above 95%, and more than 2.12 lakh received grades above 90%.With a 99.75% pass rate, Trivandrum topped the list among the regions, closely followed by Vijaywada with 99.60%. Ajmer, Bengaluru, and Chennai received scores of 97.10%, 99.26%, and 99.30%, respectively.Girls have outperformed boys so far this year. This year, girls have a 2.04% higher pass rate than boys. Girls pass with an overall percentage of 94.75 percent, while boys pass with a proportion of 92.71 percent. The Class 10 board exam was held this year by CBSE from February 15 to March 13. Students can verify and download their results by visiting the official website, cbse.nic.in, whenever the board declares the Class 10 result for 2024.Today, the board declared the Class 12 Result for 2024, revealing an 87.98 percent pass rate. According to officials, 91.52 percent of girls passed the exam, which is 6.40 percentage points more than the success rate for boys.
The Supreme Court punishes those who create and support misleading food and health advertisements following Patanjalis censure.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court is now scrutinizing other sponsors and advertisers of dishonest food and health product ad campaigns, after Patanjali.Advertisers shall submit self-declaration forms certifying their compliance with cable TV laws and advertising standards prior to airing adverts, according to a bench made up of Justice Hima Kohli and Justice A. Amanullah that declared this on Tuesday. It stated that before the advertisements air, these statements had to be filed to the Broadcast Seva webpage.Additionally, it forewarned that promoters of false goods and services, such as celebrities and influencers, would be held equally accountable.The consumer affairs ministry was ordered by the court to set up a system that would allow advertisers to submit self-declarations for print media ads in four weeks.The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took action against deceptive or fraudulent advertisements, especially those that pertain to food and health, and the court requested that the ministry provide a new affidavit detailing these steps.Case of Patanjali The court mandated that Patanjali items whose licenses have been revoked by state authorities be taken out of stores, emphasizing that suspended licenses must immediately stop sales. The court further censured a state licensing body for its inability to guarantee the elimination of certain products from retail displays.In addition, the top court served notice to Dr. R.V. Ashokan, the president of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), over Patanjali's alleged derogatory remarks about the Supreme Court, which prompted Patanjali to file a contempt plea.The IMA filed a lawsuit against Patajnali and its founders, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, alleging that they were engaged in a smear campaign against modern medicine. This plea led to the Supreme Court rebuking Patajnali.The court had broadened the case's scope in earlier hearings to cover deceptive advertisements by other FMCG businesses about "cures." Additionally, it made a number of union ministries and state agencies parties to the ongoing legal dispute by ordering them to look into possible violations of the Consumer Protection Act, the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act, and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.IMA's lawsuit, which included a number of contentious remarks made by Ramdev, including those about COVID vaccinations and oxygen cylinders during the pandemic's second wave, brought to light concerns about Patanjali disseminating false information and criticizing contemporary medicine with unsubstantiated claims. The court threatened to punish Patanjali ₹1 crore on November 21, 2023, if the company did not stop disseminating false advertisements and claims regarding contemporary medicine. The day after the verdict, Patanjali released a public statement refuting any false claims it had made regarding its products.On February 27, the court banned Patanjali from advertising goods that made unproven claims of healing ailments like asthma and heart problems, and it served a contempt notice to Ramdev and Balkrishna. Additionally, it forbade the business and its representatives from denigrating any medical system in the media. Ramdev and Balkrishna were ordered to appear in person before the court on March 19 to address the contempt charges brought against them. The court granted them till April 16th to offer a public apology for their deceptive health cure marketing.
Top OTT releases this week include Mother of the Bride and Aavesham, as well as web series to watch over the weekend.
This week's top OTT releases are: OTT platforms are currently home to a number of intriguing theatrical movies and web series, and this weekend will likely see the debut of more. Mother's Day is almost approaching, therefore it would be enjoyable to spend the day binge-watching some recent, intriguing films. This is the complete list of this week's new OTT releases.On May 9, the highly anticipated Malayalam film Aavesham, starring Fahadh Faasil, will be made available on Netflix. Amazon Prime Video will broadcast the action-comedy film. The film, which also stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Sajin Gopu, was directed by Jithu Madhavan. Three teens who relocate to Bengaluru for education and get into a quarrel are the subject of the Malayalam film. They ask a local mobster for assistance.Based on Benyamin's critically acclaimed 2008 novel of the same name, Blessy's Malayalam film depicts the true story of Najeeb Muhammad, an immigrant laborer from Kerala who is kidnapped and forced into slavery on a remote goat farm in a Middle Eastern country.Mark Waters is the director of "Mother of the Bride. " May 9 saw the romantic comedy launch on Netflix. The mother in the title role is portrayed by Brooke Shields. Her daughter, played by Benjamin Bratt, is marrying the man whose father crushed her heart when she was a college student.5) Season three of Acapulco It's time to make peace with the past and embrace thrilling new beginnings in season three of the Apple Original series. The older Maximo (Eugenio Derbez) returns to a Las Colinas he no longer recognizes in the current plot. In 1985, Enrique Arrizon's younger version of Maximo pursues his ascent up the corporate ladder at the risk of upending all the bonds he has laboriously cultivated. Damian Alcazar, Fernando Carsa, Camila Perez, Vanessa Bauche, Rafael Alejandro, Regina Reynoso, Jessica Collins, Rafael Cebrian, Carlos Corona, Regina Orozco, Cristo Fernandez, and Jaime Camil are among the cast members. On May 1, the first two episodes of Acapulco's third season, which consists of ten episodes, will be released worldwide. From then until June 26, a new episode will air every Wednesday.
Alia Bhatt surpasses Kendall and Kim to become the "most visible attendee" at the Met Gala. What is meant by that?
The 2024 Met Gala featuring Alia Bhatt was more than simply a red carpet event; it became a social media sensation. The Bollywood actress, whose handmade Sabyasachi sari elevated both her own and the designer's brands to the forefront, was reportedly the "most visible attendee" of the event.This concerned cultural effect as much as celebrity. Social media went crazy after Alia's second Met Gala appearance. Images of her magnificent saree, which was created by 163 artisans, took over feeds and brought in an astounding $4.2 million in Earned Media Value (EMV).Sabyasachi was likewise propelled to the top of the list by his dominance on social media. The elaborate hand stitching of the sari, which included beads, silk thread, and shimmering semi-precious stones, captured the attention of viewers all around the world and brought in $471K in revenue. This demonstrated the influence of Indian design on a worldwide scale, surpassing well-known foreign fashion houses like Burberry and Oscar de la Renta. Let's examine what that implies.The 2024 Met Gala featuring Alia Bhatt was more than simply a red carpet event; it became a social media sensation. According to sources, the Bollywood diva was the "most visible attendee" of the event, and her handmade Sabyasachi sari elevated both her own and the designer's brands.
Ranveer Singh removes his wedding photos with Deepika Padukone; this is one example of how modern couples value their online privacy.
Celebrity psychologist Raashi Gurnani concurs, saying, "Among young couples on social media, I've noticed a shift towards more intentional sharing."In a time when posting personal photos of oneself online has become commonplace, Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh startled his fans recently by deleting wedding photos he took with co-star Deepika Padukone from Instagram.Singh deleted not just their wedding pictures but also a number of previous posts. Singh is well-known for his lively social media presence and unashamed demonstrations of passion towards his partner.Singh subsequently revealed that his connection with Padukone couldn't be better, even though the cause of this is unclear. When asked about a piece of jewelry that he treasures the most in an interview with Vogue, he replied, "This one is very dear to me; it's my wedding ring, given to me by my wife. "This unexpected action demonstrates how young couples' perspectives on digital privacy and personal limits are evolving. Couples are deciding how to strike a balance between sharing special moments and protecting their privacy online as society struggles with the effects of living in a more connected world.This unexpected action demonstrates how young couples' perspectives on digital privacy and personal limits are evolving. Couples are deciding how to strike a balance between sharing special moments and protecting their privacy online as society struggles with the effects of living in a more connected world.
The goal of Swarajs advertisement with MS Dhoni is to demonstrate how simple and effective it is to use the Target 630 for farming tasks.
Mumbai: A campaign is presented by Swaraj Tractors, a well-known name in the local tractor market and a division of the Mahindra Group. MS Dhoni, a brand ambassador and customer, stars in it.The advertisement aims to convey how simple and effective it is to use the Swaraj Target 630 for horticulture, inter-row cultivation, puddling, and other farming tasks because of its sophisticated features and strong engine.When Dhoni visits a friend's property in the ad, he comes across the Swaraj Target 630. Dhoni drives the tractor through vineyards, paddy farms, horticultural areas, and sugarcane fields. This demonstrates the Swaraj Target's multi-utility capability.This is Dhoni's second appearance in a Swaraj commercial. The first advertisement highlighted Swaraj's dedication to provide top-notch, cutting-edge machinery. The new one improves upon the old one. The objective is to strengthen Swaraj's standing as a reliable brand among farmers.FCB Interface for Swaraj produced the new TVC, which will be accessible starting on May 10, 2024, in a number of regional languages, including Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Bhojpuri, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Punjabi.
Ankit Sharma and Layla Khan are named senior vice presidents of strategy by BBH India.
Ankit Sharma and Layla Khan, who will join the agency as senior vice-presidents of strategy and planning, respectively, are the two senior level appointments made by BBH India, a division of Publicis Groupe India. The planning and strategy function will be led and driven by them. Leading the strategic direction on important client relationships will be both leaders. Khan and Sharma will work out of the agency's Mumbai and Gurugram locations, respectively.Himanshu Saxena, BBH India's managing director and chief operating officer, will get direct reports from the new leaders.Regarding the two significant hires, Saxena stated, "We are ecstatic to have Ankit Sharma and Layla Khan join our leadership group. Both of these leaders have an outstanding history of executing incredibly powerful and successful campaigns on a range of internationally and locally recognized major brands. Their depth of knowledge and enthusiasm for producing outstanding work in the areas of digital, design, experience, analytics, and advertising for our clients will solidify our standing as a dominant force in India.Sharma has over 16 years of broad experience in analytics, brand consulting, and advertising. His specialty is using semiotics, design thinking, and human behavior to brand construction in organizations like FCB India, DY Works, JWT, Analytics Quotient, and McCann Worldgroup.Among the various companies he has collaborated with include PepsiCo India, Dabur, Britannia, ITC (Aashirvaad and Sunfeast), TVS Apache, Hero Motocorp, Nike, and Dominos (US Market). Over the years, his work has been honored at several Effie Awards."I am excited to join an agency that embraces a culture of defying the norms," he stated about his new position at BBH India. I'm thrilled to be a part of this revolutionary journey since BBH's "Zag" philosophy offers a novel approach to brand building in the ever evolving advertising industry."Khan, on the other hand, has over 15 years of experience working at creative agencies in India and Sri Lanka, including Wunderman Thompson (now known as VML), Mullen Lowe Group, and Contract Advertising (WPP). Global companies including HSBC, Kellogg's, De Beers, Yardley London, Upfield Flora, and Unilever (Lakme, Tresemme, Knorr, Hellman Mayo, Marmite, Pureit, Surf Excel, and Vim) have all benefited greatly from her influence on their future.Several domestic brands, including Kotak Wealth, Haldiram's, Godrej Interio, Everyuth Naturals, Sugarlite, and D'décor, have also benefited from her success. She has won prized awards at the Effie Awards in India and Sri Lanka because of her passion for cracking regionally particular cultural and subcultural codes and creating tech-infused storylines.Regarding her new position, Khan stated, "Technology is not an idea," as BBH founder John Hegarty famously remarked at an age when artificial intelligence is rapidly changing our world. It's a tool for expressing ideas. and I really connect with this. I believe that quickly developing technologies have enormous potential to support compelling narratives that motivate, pique interest, and create novel approaches for businesses to stay relevant to their target audiences. I'm happy to be a part of BBH's history of groundbreaking work and am looking forward to contributing.
Following Delhi, schools in Ahmedabad receive bomb threats via email; a link to Russia appears
But in a formal statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) referred to the email as a "hoax." "There's no reason to freak out. It looks like the mail is a scam. The official statement from the MHA stated that the Delhi Police and security agencies are following protocol and taking the appropriate actions.Nearly three schools in Ahmedabad got bomb threats via email on Monday, following the targeting of over 130 schools in Delhi, according to newswire ANI. The matter is being investigated by the police."Don't panic or exaggerate—we are checking. Five or six schools have received threats via mail regarding bomb blasts. People shouldn't panic since tomorrow is election day; there's no need to create too much excitement, according to DCP Control Ahmedabad City.This occurred a few days after bomb threats were sent to 131 Delhi schools on May 1. The threat letter was addressed to Delhi NCR schools via the email address "sawariim@mail.ru." "Sawariim" is an Arabic term meaning "clashing of the swords." Since 2014, the terrorist organization Islamic State has utilized it to disseminate propaganda supporting Islam.In a formal statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) referred to the email as a "hoax." "There's no reason to freak out. It looks like the mail is a scam. The MHA issued an official statement and stated that "Delhi Police and security agencies are taking necessary steps as per protocol."Following the bomb scare emails, the Delhi Police Special Cell filed a complaint against an unidentified individual. The investigation has uncovered a link to Russia since the email address used to send the threatening emails to the schools was associated with the nation run by Vladimir Putin.Additionally, the government of Delhi released a warning asking schools to keep a close eye on their official emails and to report any threats to the police right once."School Administrators/Managers/Heads of Government/Government Aided and Unaided Recognised Schools under the Directorate of Education, GNCT Delhi, should ensure that emails/messages received on the official email ID of the school at any time of the day (before, during, or after school hours) are checked timely," the notice stated.
Manushi Chhillar looks stunning in a shimmering minidress designed by Shantanu & Nikhil. View the images inside.
Manushi Chhillar exudes elegance and charm with her impeccable sense of style and irresistible beauty as she rocks a gorgeous Shantanu & Nikhil short dress.Manushi Chhillar is an absolute beauty who never stops killing it in the fashion world. Whatever the diva chooses to wear—a stylish saree or a beautiful jumpsuit—she can pull it off flawlessly. Her Falguni Shane peacock suit from a few days earlier set the bar for ethnic design, and this time she flawlessly channeled glam in a sparkling black minidress. Manushi is highly active on social media, and her glamorous Instagram stories, which are full of gorgeous outfits, are a goldmine of fashion ideas for all of her fans. Her most recent glam appearance is no different and will astound you.(@manushi_chhillar on Instagram)Her attire, which has a striking grey color scheme, has a deep plunge neckline, a corset bodice, a bodycon fit, a small hemline, a warp pattern at the waist, and an additional piece of cloth connected to the side that reaches the floor to provide drama. (@manushi_chhillar on Instagram)Her attire, which has a striking grey color scheme, has a deep plunge neckline, a corset bodice, a bodycon fit, a small hemline, a warp pattern at the waist, and an additional piece of cloth connected to the side that reaches the floor to provide drama.Her gorgeous appearance was flawlessly complemented with a chic bracelet, matching ear cuffs, rings on her finger, an opulent diamond choker necklace, and a pair of blue pump heels. (@manushi_chhillar on Instagram)Her makeup consisted of flushed cheeks, contoured cheekbones, winged eyeliner, mascara-covered lashes, blackened brows, sparkling eyeshadow, brilliant highlighter, and a shade of nude lipstick. To complete her striking appearance, her lush locks were fashioned in delicate curls and left open at the side. (@manushi_chhillar on Instagram)
