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Janhvi Kapoor turns standup comic to promote awareness about HPV

Janhvi educates audiences about the causes and risks of HPV through laughter with her debut stand-up special, ‘Leap, Laugh & Learn’. (Image sourced via News18)

Ahead of International HPV Awareness Day 2024, Janhvi created a ‘Bawaal’ on social media by taking a leap forward in adopting one of the most unique approaches to draw attention to the disease.

Donear Group appoints Aakash Mishra as AVP – group brand marketing

Mishra's previous experience includes stints at World Wide Media and Times Group.

The group owns brands like NeoStretch, Donear Suitings, Grado (formerly known as Grasim Suitings), OCM, Mayur, Graviera, Ferrara Italian Luxury, Ferrino Mizzoni, Moda Biella Italy, Lanificio Corleone, Eurico and Dcot Retail.

Sunder Madakshira appointed as Sinch India’s head of marketing

As the Head of Marketing, Sunder will lead Sinch's marketing strategies to drive organic business growth.

Sunder has worked for brands such as Adobe, SAP, Infosys, Wipro, and Hindustan Unilever in the Indian market.

Anant Ambani pre-wedding festivities kick off: Inside look at the wardrobe planner for Indian and global guests

Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani, was engaged to Radhika Merchant in December 2022. (Image sourced via Firstpost)

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar will be attended by global and Indian leaders and elite from business, sports, entertainment, government and more. Take a look at the dress codes and themes suggested for different events.

WPL 2024: Ambuja Cements announced as title sponsor for Adani’s Gujarat Giants

he jersey will have Ambuja Cement on the front and Fortune on the back. The ‘Non-Lead Arm’ sleeve will sport Joy Personal Care’s logo, and the ‘Lead Arm’ sleeve will have the Adani logo. MyMaster11 has come on board as the Official Fantasy Partner, and will feature as the Lead Trouser logo. (Image source: Ambuja Cements)

Fortune, Joy Personal Care, JSW Paints, HDFC Life have also partnered with Adani’s Gujarat Giants.

Celebrity endorsements remained strong in 2023: Akshay Kumar tops the list

Amitabh Bachchan followed closely with 16 hours per day through TV endorsements. New entrants to the top 10 list in 2023 included Ajay Devgn, Sara Ali Khan, and Virat Kohli. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

According to TAM reports, Akshay Kumar emerged as the most visible celebrity endorser, with an average of 29 hours per day across all channels.

Future Generali India Life Insurance elevates Alok Rungta to MD and CEO

He will take office from April 1.

Rungta is currently the deputy CEO and CFO of the company. He will be taking over from Bruce De Broize, who will be in position and the current MD and CEO till March 31.

Maruti Suzuki to manufacture 4 million cars per year by 2030 says Chairman RC Bhargava

Maruti Suzuki has been losing its market share in the small cars segment, which for decades it dominated. (Representative Image: Adrian Balasoiu via Unsplash)

Bhargava told CNBC-TV18 that the aim is to incentivise employees and convince them that their lives would be better if the company became more competitive and cost-efficient.

Job Alerts in Marketing: Match-group owned Tinder India looking for a senior brand manager

The position?: "A multifaceted position that involves a comprehensive understanding of brand strategy, narrative development, and execution across various channels. The role demands a strategic, creative, and collaborative leader who can drive the brand's success across various channels while maintaining a consistent and engaging brand experience for users." (Image source: Unsplash)

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BCCI to increase retainer fees for players focusing on test and domestic cricket

Currently, a player can make ₹25 lakh if he plays all 10 matches in a Ranji Trophy season. (Representative Image: Alfred Kenneally via Unsplash)

The idea is that a player who plays the whole Ranji Trophy can make around Rs. 75 lakh which is similar to an average IPL contract. Furthermore, players who play all test matches in a year can make around Rs. 15 crores which is at par with marquee IPL contracts.