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$8 trn in hidden costs of global agrifood systems linked to heart disease, diabetes: FAO




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25 per cent of Indians affected by Varicose Veins, say health experts




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Doctor explains why a low-salt diet may not be healthy for everyone




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Researchers develop new genetic model to decode breast cancer




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AI-driven dataset to reveal new insights around diabetes




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Scientists to probe if grape juice chemical can prevent bowel cancer




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Want to age well? A good night's sleep may be the key: Study




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This common heart drug may be unnecessary, lead to depression in some patients: Study




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Even moderate exercise for over 2 hours every week may boost heart health




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Kidney disease, diabetes may raise heart disease risk 28 years earlier




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IIT Ropar's new portable knee rehab device to revolutionise post-surgical therapy




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New antibody could be promising cancer treatment: Study




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Unveiling Arcadia: The roll of bespoke luxury

Rolls-Royce unveils Arcadia, the third custom-made ‘Coachbuild Droptail’ in the world




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‘Never follow a leader, be a disruptor’

Home-grown wisdom: Challenger brand strategies from Rajeev Juneja, Vice-Chairman and MD of Mankind Pharma




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Broken glass, expensive bananas and moment marketing

The art of creating topical marketing campaigns that leverage special moments




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WFB Baird, stitching a growth story for linen

Irish brand Burgoyne is threading its way into Indian retail




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The magic formula of celeb-owned brands

Bollywood’s entrepreneurial leap is seeing stars use their fame and influence to co-create winning brands 




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Aman Mannan and Shitu Pail join as NCDs at Publicis




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YKONE buys Barcode




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Lok Sabha elections 2024: Young turks on social media

How are first-time candidates managing their digital presence? What are the dos and don’ts?




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In its 125th year, McDowell’s joins the single malt party with a wine-forward batch

Last week, when the world’s largest selling whisky brand, McDowell’s, launched a single malt, the colour purple — in all its hues — dominated the room. An apt colour to denote that the origin of the Batch Indian Single Malt was from a distillery in the wine capital Nashik




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How the blended model is working for DDB Tribal

The Gurgaon-based integrated arm of DDB Mudra has grown thanks to focussing on the full funnel in a customer journey




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Brands keep time in so many interesting ways

An exploration of the relationship between products, services and the concept of time




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Goafest is back — with a new theme and location!

Goafest, the premier event of the advertising and marketing community is back — but this time in Mumbai.




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The changing tone and language of job ads

The right-fit revolution: Recruitment ads are evolving to meet the modern workforce’s quest for flexibility and purpose




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S is for Scooter: A ride back to the future

Even as the wheels of time turn, the scooter will remain a steadfast symbol of resilience and adaptability




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We can maximise the opportunity with our different brands, says Tanishq CEO Ajoy Chawla

In conversation with Ajoy Chawla, CEO, Tanishq, the jewellery division of Titan Co Ltd 




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Brands and billboards: Will marketers rethink outdoor advertising?

The Mumbai billboard crash has shaken up the advertising industry. Will brands be reluctant to spend on the outdoor medium now? 




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T is for TV: The tale of the idiot box

The joy and connections found in communal viewing is unparalleled




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Rise of joyful surrealism, adaptability and de-influencing

Creative ground: Amid the champagne, music and partying, the shifting sands of advertising finds solid ground in this year’s Goafest




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Transcom thinks its CX centres are gold mines for brands

Travis Coates, COO of Swedish firm Transcom feels India’s talent and skill pool over time will make it another important hub for them




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At 75, Cycle Agarbathi has fragrant ambitions to be India’s complete puja room companion

The Mysuru-based incense company has scented growth in all sorts of prayer offerings from diyas to turmeric and camphor




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Signature sambar, very long dosas and delicious filter coffee

Coimbatore’s legendary Annapoorna Hotel can teach marketers a lesson or two




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The beautiful future of creativity 

A big takeaway from Cannes Lions 2024 is that what were feared to be threats — AI and tech — have become powerful allies for ad folks




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V for voltage stabilizer: The behind-the-scenes hero

In India where power supply is often erratic and fluctuates, this silent guardian protects our appliances, much like the father of a family




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Can tech make you a better athlete? Yes, but...

Here’s a quick shot at the best apps for different sports that I and my friends use — with a rider




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Cricket’s exciting global knock captained by ICC

The spectator friendly 20-over format has grown the game — 89 countries are now ranked in T20 men’s cricket and 74 countries in T20 women’s cricket




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Brands pack their bags for the Olympics

Medals and marketing: A host of brands have a lot riding on the athletes as they look to leverage the sports extravaganza




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How brands that defy conventional wisdom come out tops

Counter-intuition and not taking the rational path have often helped brands become a huge success




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Y is for Yoga mat: A supportive friend who has your back

A-Z: This series of light hearted explorations on familiar objects from everyday life dear to the urban Indian middle class looks at how they shape our wants and desires and ultimately make us who we are as a people.




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A tale of two brands reviving our grandma’s pots and pans

Reviving traditional Indian cookware for modern kitchens, P-Tal and Green Heirloom cater to conscious consumers seeking heritage products




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ITC Grand Chola’s brand new ‘Cholatail’ menu piques the palate

Cholatails has been curated in partnership with Ajit Balgi, a beverage expert, and founder of The Happy High bartending academy in Mumbai




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Ad Club launches The TAC Academy

The Advertising Club has forged a deal with the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) to offer global courses at special prices to its members under the aegis of The TAC Academy.




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Stitching up big growth

India’s $130 billion lifestyle market, with fashion accounting for nearly 80 per cent, is expected to grow at 10-12 per cent CAGR, to reach $210 billion over the next five years, finds a study by Bain & Company and Myntra




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The business of ‘going-out’ has options galore

On a High: Ticketing platforms are sitting on a goldmine as the live events space is booming with experiences big and small




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How The Baker’s Dozen is flouring India with its sourdough offerings

Aditi Handa and Sneh Jain’s D2C start-up is disrupting the breads and cakes category by offering artisanal quality bakes on a national scale




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Are books better gifts than chocolates?

As the festive season approaches, we can think about gifting differently




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‘Building a strong personal brand is about showcasing your authentic self with humbition,’ says Landor’s Lulu Raghavan

Formula for personal growth: Brand and design evangelist Lulu Raghavan says one has to be grounded and humble to nurture ambitions




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Why co-ord sets are still trending comfortably

Polarising though the fashion trend is, it continues to rule as it signifies authenticity and vulnerability




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For Dentsu Creative, the big focus is on digital-plus-plus

How Dentsu Creative is evolving in step with the rapidly changing world of advertising