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New Netflix ad combines 2 pop culture phenomena—Rohit Sharma and Stranger Things

Ripe with cultural references and a witty blend of cricket and the show, the ad by Netflix India quickly gained momentum and turned into meme gold.

Air India’s new domestic campaign feels hollow. ‘They’ve just glamourised their service’

Titled 'Change is in the Air', the campaign showcases upgraded cabins across all classes, which means better meals, better hospitality, and more comfort.

India Post, Amul and even Boroline—Indian brands are cashing in on Stranger Things hype

Brands can legally use the hype around a show or a movie to market their product, but cannot use the show’s actual name or images. In such cases, brands rely on implied association.

Maruti’s eVitara ad recreates a 1990s commercial. The message is the same—peace of mind

By revisiting a 1990s classic, the brand brings back memories of older Maruti cars. It positions the new electric eVitara as a modern, advanced SUV that carries forward the legacy.

Dharmendra was the king of everyman advertising, Rajdoot bikes to Ford tractors

Salt-of-the-earth star Dharmendra was the ideal ambassador for brands wanting to win the loyalty of small-town and rural India.

Kursi of power vs kursi of people—Nilkamal chair ad is clever in its politics

Nilkamal’s plastic chairs have sat through India’s weddings, neighbourhood meetings, and feasts. The brand’s new ad makes the product an object of reverence.

Will 2025 do for women’s cricket what 1983 did for men? Brands are fickle

When the Indian women’s cricket team brought home the World Cup, they also brought home a wave of brand deals and bigger endorsement cheques. The...

From big no to Bingo! The chips brand turns its ‘existential crisis’ into hit campaign

By openly acknowledging a weaker performance, the brand humanises itself. In a time of ‘perfect’ social-feed, an admission of imperfection builds authenticity.

Fireworks and lights, but no creative spark. Brand campaigns continue to play safe on Diwali

PR and communications professional Dilip Cherian said Diwali ads are often kept short because the screen time is costly, making brands wary of going all out.

ChatGPT’s no-makeup makeup look. That’s what its first ad is going for

Crafted by OpenAI’s in-house team with the agency Isle of Any and director Miles Jay, the ads are minimal and relatable. They capture ‘the everyday magic’ of using ChatGPT.

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How much does Trump really know about Iran?

Israel sees Iran as an existential threat. But the US, Turkey & Gulf states fear refugee flows or attacks on oil sites. These countries need a stable end-state for the whole region over more strikes.

Don’t expect big shifts in inflation & growth trends after CPI & GDP base year reset—MoSPI secy Garg

New consumer basket, expanded markets & digital datasets aim to make inflation estimates more representative, says MoSPI Secretary Saurabh Garg. Henceforth, MoSPI aims to revise base yr every 5 yrs.

HAL out, Indian private firm to make Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft fighter, all eyes on lowest bidder

As per the timeline decided, 5 prototypes of India’s own fifth-generation fighter are set to be rolled out by 2031, with the first by 2028 using the GE 414 engine.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.