* Minister says Creator Labs will come up in 15,000 schools and 500 colleges, as India targets 30 lakh creative economy jobs by 2030
Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, said the best way to honour Raja Ravi Varma is to give young artists the space and support to create with confidence. He was speaking at "Raja Ravi Varma – Chitranjali: Bridging the Divide", held today at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre to mark the painter's 120th death anniversary and 10 years of Chitranjali.
"The true tribute to Raja Ravi Varma is not merely to admire his masterpieces, but to create an ecosystem where countless new creators can flourish with the same confidence and imagination," Dr. Murugan said. "Today we are living in the age of creators."
He said Ravi Varma changed how India saw its own heritage by bringing epics and deities out of palaces and into ordinary homes. Linking this to today's creative economy, he said India will need about 30 lakh jobs in the sector by 2030. He pointed to the Indian Institute of Creative Technology in Mumbai, WaveX for creative startups and Waves Bazaar for connecting creators with global buyers. He also said Creator Labs will be set up in 15,000 schools and 500 colleges, with Rs 250 crore for creator development.
Sushri Vimlesh Brijwall, Secretary, Megh Mandal Sansthan, said the evening was about more than remembering a painter. "Today, we are not just remembering Raja Ravi Varma as a great painter. We are remembering him as an artist who brought Indian life, Indian beauty and Indian stories to the forefront of time," she said. "Art unites time, art unites generations and art unites people."
Shri G. C. Murmu, former Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and former Comptroller and Auditor General of India, was Guest of Honour. Film critic and trade analyst Shri Komal Nahta was Special Guest. Artists, art lovers and researchers from several states attended, including Gujarat-based visual artist Shri Vrindavan Solanki. The evening included the unveiling of a copy of a Raja Ravi Varma painting, presented by the Chief Guest.
About Megh Mandal Sansthan
Megh Mandal Sansthan is a New Delhi-based institution working to research, celebrate and promote India's art and cultural heritage, with a focus on the legacy of Raja Ravi Varma. Through Chitranjali, it has spent 10 years creating a platform for artists, scholars and young audiences under the idea of "Preserving Heritage, Empowering Artists, Inspiring Generations."
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Capgemini Strengthens iIs Footprint In Coimbatore With A New Office At ELCOT IT Park
The office was inaugurated in the presence of Sanjay Chalke, CEO - India, Capgemini, and Kartik Ramakrishnan, CEO - Financial Services and Member of the Group Executive Board, Capgemini.
The expansion comes as Coimbatore continues to strengthen its position as Tamil Nadu’s second-largest software hub. The new office will support Capgemini’s work in consumer goods and aerospace, while enabling teams to incubate ideas, demonstrate capabilities and co-create solutions for clients across industrial, semiconductor, automotive and cloud infrastructure sectors.
It will serve business units including Financial Services, Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, Insights & Data and Digital. Designed to reflect the region’s Tamil Kongu heritage, it includes employee experience and well-being spaces that support collaboration and a hybrid workplace model, along with energy-efficient equipment and sensor-based lighting controls.
AKAI Introduces The Spa For Your Clothes Across Indian Market
* AKAI’s newly launched 5-Star Semi-Automatic Washing Machines with a quick 35-minute wash cycle, bring Japanese precision and deep clean with sheen to every home
Inspired by the Japanese Mottainai philosophy, AKAI India presents a premium lineup of Semi-Automatic Top Load Washing Machines that combine heavy-duty performance, eco-friendly efficiency, and elegant aesthetics. The new AKAI Magic Wash feature ensures that the wash cycle completes in 35 minutes with soak function ensuring complete and quick laundry care.
Leading Japanese consumer electronics brand, AKAI India has rolled out their latest line-up of Semi-Automatic washing machines. Themed ‘The Spa for your Clothes’, this new range addresses the gap between heavy-duty endurance and premium fabric care. With this launch, AKAI has leaned heavily into its cultural roots to solve modern problems of Indian households.
With added capacities and pulsator technologies, the new range now runs from 7 kg to 14 kg, built around a simple idea: a wash shouldn't waste water, electricity, or the machine itself.
Sold under AKAI's “The Spa for Your Clothes” positioning, the line-up is meant to cover a wide range of households, from young couples buying their first machine to larger joint families who need more capacity. Rather than compete on over bloated features which consumers seldom use, AKAI is leaning into low running costs and machines built to last.
KEY FEATURES*
The biggest change in the new range sits at the drum level. AKAI has spread five distinct pulsator technologies across its semi-automatic models:
x5 Wing Pulsator — the entry-level option across the full 7 kg to 14 kg range, running Normal and Gentle cycles, with a third Strong mode added on the higher-capacity models
Dual Force Pulsator — fitted on select models, built for households running heavier loads day to day
Active Flow 360° — drives AKAI's “Magic Wash,” a 35-minute cycle with a built-in soak function, on select models
Jumbo Pulsator — a three-program wash (Normal, Gentle, Strong) on the 8.5 kg glass-lid range, with an electronic timer that runs up to 40 minutes
Spiral Pulsator and Roller Pulsator — round out the 8.5 kg and 10.5 kg tiers respectively, each with a water selector and multiple wash programs
At the top of the range, the 11 kg model introduces a stainless-steel wash-and-spin tub — a first for AKAI's semi-automatic line.
BUILT TO LAST, NOT TO BE THROWN OUT
Every model in the range, whatever its capacity, shares the same protective build: an anti-rat mesh guarding the wiring, a rust-proof body, and thermal protection for the wash motor. AKAI backs this with a five-year warranty on the wash motor and a 5-star energy rating across the range — making longevity, rather than replacement, the core pitch.
Most capacities also come with soft-closing lids (on 7.5 kg glass-lid models and above), castor wheels for easy movement, a collar scrubber and magic filter for lint and dirt, and either a single or dual water inlet, depending on the model.
“We design our products with the Japanese idea of Mottainai — which is about respecting resources and minimizing waste. Our new 5-Star Semi-Automatic washing machines are an expression of that belief. While our machines help save water and electricity with the 35-Minute Magic Wash, the products themselves are built for long term durability with features like thermal motor protection and rust-proof bodies. ‘The Spa for your Clothes’ is our way of offering sustainable value that respects the environment and the needs of the Indian consumer.” — Anurag Sharma, MD & CEO, AKAI India
AKAI INDIA SERVICE ASSURANCE
AKAI backs the range with a nationwide network of 1,200+ service centres across 28 states, keeping support within reach long after purchase.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
AKAI’s Semi-Automatic Washing machines are available PAN India at ₹ 12590/- onwards at AKAI India’s official website, select 3rd party online stores and offline via AKAI India authorized retailers.
High-res images are available here.
*Disclaimer: Certain features may be available on select models only and are subject to change. For details kindly refer to the product catalogue or visit www.akaiindia.in.
About AKAI India
AKAI, with a Japanese heritage dating to 1929, is one of the most recognised consumer electronics brands in Asia. In India, AKAI operates through Hometech Digital Limited, headquartered in Chandigarh, offering a full portfolio of Smart TVs, Audio Systems, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Refrigerators, and Interactive Display Panels. The brand’s Go Green initiative commits to energy-saving product design, eco-friendly refrigerants, low-water-pressure washing machines, and Ayurvedic air filtration — all without premium pricing.
For more information, please visit https://akaiindia.in/
Inspired by the Japanese Mottainai philosophy, AKAI India presents a premium lineup of Semi-Automatic Top Load Washing Machines that combine heavy-duty performance, eco-friendly efficiency, and elegant aesthetics. The new AKAI Magic Wash feature ensures that the wash cycle completes in 35 minutes with soak function ensuring complete and quick laundry care.
Leading Japanese consumer electronics brand, AKAI India has rolled out their latest line-up of Semi-Automatic washing machines. Themed ‘The Spa for your Clothes’, this new range addresses the gap between heavy-duty endurance and premium fabric care. With this launch, AKAI has leaned heavily into its cultural roots to solve modern problems of Indian households.
With added capacities and pulsator technologies, the new range now runs from 7 kg to 14 kg, built around a simple idea: a wash shouldn't waste water, electricity, or the machine itself.
Sold under AKAI's “The Spa for Your Clothes” positioning, the line-up is meant to cover a wide range of households, from young couples buying their first machine to larger joint families who need more capacity. Rather than compete on over bloated features which consumers seldom use, AKAI is leaning into low running costs and machines built to last.
KEY FEATURES*
The biggest change in the new range sits at the drum level. AKAI has spread five distinct pulsator technologies across its semi-automatic models:
x5 Wing Pulsator — the entry-level option across the full 7 kg to 14 kg range, running Normal and Gentle cycles, with a third Strong mode added on the higher-capacity models
Dual Force Pulsator — fitted on select models, built for households running heavier loads day to day
Active Flow 360° — drives AKAI's “Magic Wash,” a 35-minute cycle with a built-in soak function, on select models
Jumbo Pulsator — a three-program wash (Normal, Gentle, Strong) on the 8.5 kg glass-lid range, with an electronic timer that runs up to 40 minutes
Spiral Pulsator and Roller Pulsator — round out the 8.5 kg and 10.5 kg tiers respectively, each with a water selector and multiple wash programs
At the top of the range, the 11 kg model introduces a stainless-steel wash-and-spin tub — a first for AKAI's semi-automatic line.
BUILT TO LAST, NOT TO BE THROWN OUT
Every model in the range, whatever its capacity, shares the same protective build: an anti-rat mesh guarding the wiring, a rust-proof body, and thermal protection for the wash motor. AKAI backs this with a five-year warranty on the wash motor and a 5-star energy rating across the range — making longevity, rather than replacement, the core pitch.
Most capacities also come with soft-closing lids (on 7.5 kg glass-lid models and above), castor wheels for easy movement, a collar scrubber and magic filter for lint and dirt, and either a single or dual water inlet, depending on the model.
“We design our products with the Japanese idea of Mottainai — which is about respecting resources and minimizing waste. Our new 5-Star Semi-Automatic washing machines are an expression of that belief. While our machines help save water and electricity with the 35-Minute Magic Wash, the products themselves are built for long term durability with features like thermal motor protection and rust-proof bodies. ‘The Spa for your Clothes’ is our way of offering sustainable value that respects the environment and the needs of the Indian consumer.” — Anurag Sharma, MD & CEO, AKAI India
AKAI INDIA SERVICE ASSURANCE
AKAI backs the range with a nationwide network of 1,200+ service centres across 28 states, keeping support within reach long after purchase.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
AKAI’s Semi-Automatic Washing machines are available PAN India at ₹ 12590/- onwards at AKAI India’s official website, select 3rd party online stores and offline via AKAI India authorized retailers.
High-res images are available here.
*Disclaimer: Certain features may be available on select models only and are subject to change. For details kindly refer to the product catalogue or visit www.akaiindia.in.
About AKAI India
AKAI, with a Japanese heritage dating to 1929, is one of the most recognised consumer electronics brands in Asia. In India, AKAI operates through Hometech Digital Limited, headquartered in Chandigarh, offering a full portfolio of Smart TVs, Audio Systems, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Refrigerators, and Interactive Display Panels. The brand’s Go Green initiative commits to energy-saving product design, eco-friendly refrigerants, low-water-pressure washing machines, and Ayurvedic air filtration — all without premium pricing.
For more information, please visit https://akaiindia.in/
IndusInd Bank And HYROX India Partner In A Multi-City Partnership As Fitness Movement Gains Further Momentum Across Nation
* The Bank customers will get exclusive cashback offers and race-day benefits, including priority check-in, dedicated access lanes, exclusive event privileges, and curated on-ground experiences.
Building on the momentum of its association with HYROX Mumbai (2026), IndusInd Bank has expanded its partnership with HYROX India, spanning across multiple cities including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Noida. Through the expanded partnership, the Bank aims to strengthen its connect with a growing community of fitness enthusiasts and experience-seeking consumers, while offering customers exclusive cashback offers and race-day benefits, including priority check-in, dedicated access lanes, exclusive event privileges, and curated on-ground experiences.
Speaking on the partnership, Sheran Mehra, Chief Marketing Officer, IndusInd Bank, said, "HYROX gives IndusInd Bank an opportunity to engage with a generation that values aspiration, perseverance and continuous progress. Its appeal extends beyond fitness, reflecting a mindset of challenging limits and pursuing personal growth - qualities that resonate strongly with our brand. This partnership is therefore more than a sports association; it is a strategic platform to deepen relevance, create distinctive experiences and become part of the lives of consumers who are always striving for what’s next."
Deepak Raj, Country Head, HYROX India, while commenting on this association, said, “HYROX is built on ambition, the drive to achieve more. IndusInd Bank shares that same spirit, helping customers work towards their goals every day. We are pleased to have them as a long-term banking partner in India as we bring HYROX to more cities like Gujarat, Noida, this season.
HYROX combines both running & functional workout stations, where participants run 1km, followed by 1 functional workout station, repeated eight times. This race format remains consistent across the globe, enabling global leaderboards & a cumulative World Championships at the end of each race season.
Accommodating both professional athletes, and everyday fitness enthusiasts looking to take their training to the next level, HYROX is for everybody, with this season expected to engage more than 1.5 million participants in over 123 events globally.
RATINGS
Domestic Ratings:
• CARE A1+ for Certificate of Deposits
• CRISIL A1+ for certificate of deposit program / short term FD programme
• CRISIL AA+ for Infrastructure Bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds
• IND AA+ for Issuer Rating by India Ratings and Research
• IND AA+ for Senior bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds by India Ratings and Research
International Rating:
• Ba1 for Senior Unsecured MTN programme by Moody’s Investors Service.
Building on the momentum of its association with HYROX Mumbai (2026), IndusInd Bank has expanded its partnership with HYROX India, spanning across multiple cities including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Noida. Through the expanded partnership, the Bank aims to strengthen its connect with a growing community of fitness enthusiasts and experience-seeking consumers, while offering customers exclusive cashback offers and race-day benefits, including priority check-in, dedicated access lanes, exclusive event privileges, and curated on-ground experiences.
Speaking on the partnership, Sheran Mehra, Chief Marketing Officer, IndusInd Bank, said, "HYROX gives IndusInd Bank an opportunity to engage with a generation that values aspiration, perseverance and continuous progress. Its appeal extends beyond fitness, reflecting a mindset of challenging limits and pursuing personal growth - qualities that resonate strongly with our brand. This partnership is therefore more than a sports association; it is a strategic platform to deepen relevance, create distinctive experiences and become part of the lives of consumers who are always striving for what’s next."
Deepak Raj, Country Head, HYROX India, while commenting on this association, said, “HYROX is built on ambition, the drive to achieve more. IndusInd Bank shares that same spirit, helping customers work towards their goals every day. We are pleased to have them as a long-term banking partner in India as we bring HYROX to more cities like Gujarat, Noida, this season.
HYROX combines both running & functional workout stations, where participants run 1km, followed by 1 functional workout station, repeated eight times. This race format remains consistent across the globe, enabling global leaderboards & a cumulative World Championships at the end of each race season.
Accommodating both professional athletes, and everyday fitness enthusiasts looking to take their training to the next level, HYROX is for everybody, with this season expected to engage more than 1.5 million participants in over 123 events globally.
RATINGS
Domestic Ratings:
• CARE A1+ for Certificate of Deposits
• CRISIL A1+ for certificate of deposit program / short term FD programme
• CRISIL AA+ for Infrastructure Bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds
• IND AA+ for Issuer Rating by India Ratings and Research
• IND AA+ for Senior bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds by India Ratings and Research
International Rating:
• Ba1 for Senior Unsecured MTN programme by Moody’s Investors Service.
Axis Bank's Latest 'Open' Campaign Asks What Happens When Customers Get Used To Better Experiences
* New campaign ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi brings alive the flexibility, personalization, convenience and control offered by the Bank’s ‘open’ app through seven relatable films
Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, today unveiled ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi, the next chapter in the evolution of ‘open’, the Bank’s digital banking proposition. Moving beyond product-led storytelling, the campaign explores how intuitive digital experiences built around convenience, personalization and control can shape customer expectations, influence behaviour and become an integral part of everyday life.
Introduced in 2023 as part of Axis Bank's Axis 2.0 transformation journey, 'open' marked a significant step in the Bank's digital banking evolution. While Open 2023 focused on showcasing what the platform could do, 'open' ki aadat pad jaayegi represents the next leap in the brand's evolution, shifting the narrative from features and functionality to the impact they have on customers' everyday lives. The campaign explores how convenience, personalization and control become second nature, reinforcing the promise of 'Dil Se Open, 24x7'.
Each film follows the protagonist seeking the same convenience, personalization and control she enjoys on the 'open' app to other areas of life, highlighting how great digital experiences shape expectations beyond banking. The stories culminate in the question, "Agar mera bank aisa kar sakta hai, toh aap kyun nahi?", followed by the sign-off, "Aadat toh padegi na?"
Across the seven films, the campaign showcases some of the app's key capabilities, including multi-bank account aggregation, investment and loan management, spend insights, card controls, Mobile App Code, Safety Centre and FD Lock.
Seven Films, One Simple Question: ‘Agar Mera Bank Aisa Kar Sakta Hai, Toh Aap Kyun Nahi?’
The campaign comes alive through seven distinct stories, each illustrating how the convenience, control and flexibility offered by ‘open’ from Axis Bank influences daily habits beyond banking.
One View, Many Banks: Set at an airport check-in counter, the protagonist expects one airline to provide information about flights booked with other airlines. The interaction mirrors the convenience of the One View feature on the ‘open’ app, which allows customers to access details of multiple bank accounts through the ‘open’ app.
Link: https://youtu.be/fpuGJL6jANY
Everything in One Place: In a shoe store, the protagonist searches for sneakers that can serve multiple purposes, from walking and running to gym workouts. The film draws a parallel with the ‘open’ app’s ability to bring together investments, loans, deposits and payments within one integrated experience.
Link: https://youtu.be/drWZFQX2MNo
Knowing Where Your Money Goes: At a gym membership counter, the protagonist requests a detailed breakdown of usage and spends across individual fitness equipment. The story highlights the Spend Analyser feature, which helps customers track spending patterns across categories on a real time basis.
Link: https://youtu.be/xS_pFbBZ2Zc
Control, Your Way: At a luxury hotel, the protagonist attempts to customise every aspect of her stay, from changing room features to adjusting amenities and views to suit her preferences. The film reflects the control customers enjoy over their cards through the ‘open’ app, including managing limits, changing PINs and blocking cards instantly when required.
Link: https://youtu.be/KDYOMqq1AOk
Security in Your Hands: At a diagnostic centre, the protagonist questions why sensitive reports rely on SMS-based OTPs when stronger security measures are possible. The film showcases Mobile App Code, enabling customers to securely self-generate authentication codes directly within the app.
Link: https://youtu.be/9vCm-IfvBPw
Safety Beyond Transactions: In a scuba diving school, the protagonist probes the instructor about advanced safety controls and contingency measures, questioning whether critical safety features can be turned on whenever needed. The narrative brings alive the Safety Centre feature on the 'open' app, which gives customers greater control over key banking functions, including Funds Transfer, UPI and SMS Blocks. By enabling customers to switch critical features on or off as required, the Safety Centre adds an additional layer of protection against fraud and empowers users to manage their banking security with confidence.
Link: https://youtu.be/eNWHkl1O4Ec
Protection Against Fraud Pressure: In a locker store, the protagonist redefines what security truly means by asking a simple question: what happens when access is given under pressure rather than stolen? The film brings alive FD Lock, a feature designed to safeguard fixed deposits by restricting withdrawals only at the branch, adding an extra layer of protection against increasingly sophisticated digital fraud.
Link: https://youtu.be/iLculwKJviM
Sameer Shetty, Group Head – Digital Business, Transformation & Strategic Programs, Axis Bank, said, “As banking becomes increasingly embedded in customers' daily lives, digital experiences are emerging as a key differentiator. At Axis Bank, we are focused on building intelligent, secure and customer-centric capabilities that give customers greater visibility, flexibility and control over their financial journeys. Through 'open', we are not just digitizing banking interactions but reimagining how customers engage with their bank. The campaign brings this vision to life by demonstrating how a superior digital experience can influence behaviour, elevate expectations and strengthen customer engagement."
Commenting on the campaign, Anoop Manohar, Chief Marketing Officer, Axis Bank, said, " At the heart of ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi is a simple observation. Once customers get used to a certain level of convenience, personalization and control, they naturally begin to expect it across every interaction. Through relatable stories and humour, the campaign brings this insight to life. It also showcases how the ‘open’ app helps customers navigate their financial lives with greater confidence, convenience and control through intuitive, secure and customer-centric banking.”
The campaign has been conceptualised and executed in partnership with Curativity, the creative agency behind the ‘open ki aadat pad jaayegi’ campaign.
Aarti Srinivasan, CCO, Curativity, said, “When the Axis team showed us all the brilliant things the open app could do, our first thought was: with an app this damn good, how do we make the advertising match up? The idea- what if we took some of the world’s best experiences and had a little fun with how they don't seem quite good enough once you’ve got used to open? A big shout-out to Altamash Jaleel, our Creative Director, for the many rewrites and laughs along the way. And, most importantly, to our partners at Axis Bank for guiding us through the process and helping us take something as feature heavy as a banking app and make it feel this human."
The campaign will be rolled out across TV, digital, social and integrated media platforms nationwide. Through relatable storytelling rooted in everyday situations, the campaign reinforces Axis Bank's belief that when digital journeys deliver greater convenience, control and security, they don't just meet expectations, they redefine them.
About Axis Bank:
Axis Bank is one of the largest private sector banks in India. Axis Bank offers the entire spectrum of services to customer segments covering Large and Mid-Corporates, SME, Agriculture, and Retail Businesses. It has 6,295 domestic branches (including extension counters) and 12,564 ATMs and cash recyclers spread across the country as on 30th June 2026. The Bank’s Axis Virtual Centre is present across eight centres with 1,700 Virtual Relationship Managers as on 30th June 2026. The Axis Group includes Axis Mutual Fund, Axis Securities Ltd., Axis Finance, Axis Trustee, Axis Capital, A.TReDS Ltd., Freecharge, Axis Pension Fund and Axis Bank Foundation.
For more information, visit the website: https://www.axis.bank.in
Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, today unveiled ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi, the next chapter in the evolution of ‘open’, the Bank’s digital banking proposition. Moving beyond product-led storytelling, the campaign explores how intuitive digital experiences built around convenience, personalization and control can shape customer expectations, influence behaviour and become an integral part of everyday life.
Introduced in 2023 as part of Axis Bank's Axis 2.0 transformation journey, 'open' marked a significant step in the Bank's digital banking evolution. While Open 2023 focused on showcasing what the platform could do, 'open' ki aadat pad jaayegi represents the next leap in the brand's evolution, shifting the narrative from features and functionality to the impact they have on customers' everyday lives. The campaign explores how convenience, personalization and control become second nature, reinforcing the promise of 'Dil Se Open, 24x7'.
Each film follows the protagonist seeking the same convenience, personalization and control she enjoys on the 'open' app to other areas of life, highlighting how great digital experiences shape expectations beyond banking. The stories culminate in the question, "Agar mera bank aisa kar sakta hai, toh aap kyun nahi?", followed by the sign-off, "Aadat toh padegi na?"
Across the seven films, the campaign showcases some of the app's key capabilities, including multi-bank account aggregation, investment and loan management, spend insights, card controls, Mobile App Code, Safety Centre and FD Lock.
Seven Films, One Simple Question: ‘Agar Mera Bank Aisa Kar Sakta Hai, Toh Aap Kyun Nahi?’
The campaign comes alive through seven distinct stories, each illustrating how the convenience, control and flexibility offered by ‘open’ from Axis Bank influences daily habits beyond banking.
One View, Many Banks: Set at an airport check-in counter, the protagonist expects one airline to provide information about flights booked with other airlines. The interaction mirrors the convenience of the One View feature on the ‘open’ app, which allows customers to access details of multiple bank accounts through the ‘open’ app.
Link: https://youtu.be/fpuGJL6jANY
Everything in One Place: In a shoe store, the protagonist searches for sneakers that can serve multiple purposes, from walking and running to gym workouts. The film draws a parallel with the ‘open’ app’s ability to bring together investments, loans, deposits and payments within one integrated experience.
Link: https://youtu.be/drWZFQX2MNo
Knowing Where Your Money Goes: At a gym membership counter, the protagonist requests a detailed breakdown of usage and spends across individual fitness equipment. The story highlights the Spend Analyser feature, which helps customers track spending patterns across categories on a real time basis.
Link: https://youtu.be/xS_pFbBZ2Zc
Control, Your Way: At a luxury hotel, the protagonist attempts to customise every aspect of her stay, from changing room features to adjusting amenities and views to suit her preferences. The film reflects the control customers enjoy over their cards through the ‘open’ app, including managing limits, changing PINs and blocking cards instantly when required.
Link: https://youtu.be/KDYOMqq1AOk
Security in Your Hands: At a diagnostic centre, the protagonist questions why sensitive reports rely on SMS-based OTPs when stronger security measures are possible. The film showcases Mobile App Code, enabling customers to securely self-generate authentication codes directly within the app.
Link: https://youtu.be/9vCm-IfvBPw
Safety Beyond Transactions: In a scuba diving school, the protagonist probes the instructor about advanced safety controls and contingency measures, questioning whether critical safety features can be turned on whenever needed. The narrative brings alive the Safety Centre feature on the 'open' app, which gives customers greater control over key banking functions, including Funds Transfer, UPI and SMS Blocks. By enabling customers to switch critical features on or off as required, the Safety Centre adds an additional layer of protection against fraud and empowers users to manage their banking security with confidence.
Link: https://youtu.be/eNWHkl1O4Ec
Protection Against Fraud Pressure: In a locker store, the protagonist redefines what security truly means by asking a simple question: what happens when access is given under pressure rather than stolen? The film brings alive FD Lock, a feature designed to safeguard fixed deposits by restricting withdrawals only at the branch, adding an extra layer of protection against increasingly sophisticated digital fraud.
Link: https://youtu.be/iLculwKJviM
Sameer Shetty, Group Head – Digital Business, Transformation & Strategic Programs, Axis Bank, said, “As banking becomes increasingly embedded in customers' daily lives, digital experiences are emerging as a key differentiator. At Axis Bank, we are focused on building intelligent, secure and customer-centric capabilities that give customers greater visibility, flexibility and control over their financial journeys. Through 'open', we are not just digitizing banking interactions but reimagining how customers engage with their bank. The campaign brings this vision to life by demonstrating how a superior digital experience can influence behaviour, elevate expectations and strengthen customer engagement."
Commenting on the campaign, Anoop Manohar, Chief Marketing Officer, Axis Bank, said, " At the heart of ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi is a simple observation. Once customers get used to a certain level of convenience, personalization and control, they naturally begin to expect it across every interaction. Through relatable stories and humour, the campaign brings this insight to life. It also showcases how the ‘open’ app helps customers navigate their financial lives with greater confidence, convenience and control through intuitive, secure and customer-centric banking.”
The campaign has been conceptualised and executed in partnership with Curativity, the creative agency behind the ‘open ki aadat pad jaayegi’ campaign.
Aarti Srinivasan, CCO, Curativity, said, “When the Axis team showed us all the brilliant things the open app could do, our first thought was: with an app this damn good, how do we make the advertising match up? The idea- what if we took some of the world’s best experiences and had a little fun with how they don't seem quite good enough once you’ve got used to open? A big shout-out to Altamash Jaleel, our Creative Director, for the many rewrites and laughs along the way. And, most importantly, to our partners at Axis Bank for guiding us through the process and helping us take something as feature heavy as a banking app and make it feel this human."
The campaign will be rolled out across TV, digital, social and integrated media platforms nationwide. Through relatable storytelling rooted in everyday situations, the campaign reinforces Axis Bank's belief that when digital journeys deliver greater convenience, control and security, they don't just meet expectations, they redefine them.
About Axis Bank:
Axis Bank is one of the largest private sector banks in India. Axis Bank offers the entire spectrum of services to customer segments covering Large and Mid-Corporates, SME, Agriculture, and Retail Businesses. It has 6,295 domestic branches (including extension counters) and 12,564 ATMs and cash recyclers spread across the country as on 30th June 2026. The Bank’s Axis Virtual Centre is present across eight centres with 1,700 Virtual Relationship Managers as on 30th June 2026. The Axis Group includes Axis Mutual Fund, Axis Securities Ltd., Axis Finance, Axis Trustee, Axis Capital, A.TReDS Ltd., Freecharge, Axis Pension Fund and Axis Bank Foundation.
For more information, visit the website: https://www.axis.bank.in
Nielsen Accelerates Streaming Data Delivery With Enhancements To Streaming Content Ratings
* Streaming Content Ratings (SCR) Data Shifts to Daily Delivery Cadence, Mirroring Linear TV Data Availability
* Nielsen Also Accelerates Streaming Top 10 Reporting by Two Weeks
Nielsen has announced significant enhancements to its Streaming Content Ratings (SCR) product, which accelerates data deliveries from a once-weekly reporting cadence to a daily cadence. Clients can now access viewership insights faster, enabling more timely strategic decision-making in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
With this update, Nielsen has reduced SCR data delivery time by up to 80%. Clients now receive data, delivered each business day, for viewing that occurred two days prior. This acceleration aligns streaming insights with the reporting speed of linear TV, providing a much more unified measurement narrative.
“While Nielsen has made a number of material improvements to streaming measurement over the years that have broadened and deepened platform and program coverage, this may be the most significant enhancement to Streaming Content Ratings since its launch in 2017,” said Brian Fuhrer, Senior Vice President, Product Strategy and Thought Leadership. “As the speed of change across the media landscape increases, providing our clients with more immediate, up-to-date audience data helps them keep pace with the consumer.”
In addition to daily SCR data for clients, the product enhancements also allow Nielsen to accelerate the delivery of its weekly Streaming Top 10 reports, cutting the reporting delay in half. Nielsen expects to publish its first accelerated Top 10 on September 17, 2026, reporting the 08/31/26 – 09/06/26 measurement interval.
These latest enhancements build on Nielsen’s ongoing commitment to providing the marketplace with unrivaled, comprehensive audience insights across the media landscape. In recent years, Nielsen has made significant advancements to expand its audience measurement capabilities. Recent innovations include: National TV measurement enhancements featuring expanded co-viewing insights; broad marketplace adoption of Big Data + Panel measurement in 2025; first-party data integrations powering live streaming measurement; and a nationwide expansion of out-of-home measurement. Nielsen also continues to serve as the industry standard for streaming intelligence through essential industry benchmarks including The Gauge and the weekly Streaming Top 10 rankings.
About Nielsen
Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics. Through our understanding of people and their behaviors across all channels and platforms, we empower our clients with independent and actionable intelligence so they can connect and engage with their global audiences—now and into the future. Learn more at www.nielsen.com and connect with us on social media (X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram).
* Nielsen Also Accelerates Streaming Top 10 Reporting by Two Weeks
Nielsen has announced significant enhancements to its Streaming Content Ratings (SCR) product, which accelerates data deliveries from a once-weekly reporting cadence to a daily cadence. Clients can now access viewership insights faster, enabling more timely strategic decision-making in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
With this update, Nielsen has reduced SCR data delivery time by up to 80%. Clients now receive data, delivered each business day, for viewing that occurred two days prior. This acceleration aligns streaming insights with the reporting speed of linear TV, providing a much more unified measurement narrative.
“While Nielsen has made a number of material improvements to streaming measurement over the years that have broadened and deepened platform and program coverage, this may be the most significant enhancement to Streaming Content Ratings since its launch in 2017,” said Brian Fuhrer, Senior Vice President, Product Strategy and Thought Leadership. “As the speed of change across the media landscape increases, providing our clients with more immediate, up-to-date audience data helps them keep pace with the consumer.”
In addition to daily SCR data for clients, the product enhancements also allow Nielsen to accelerate the delivery of its weekly Streaming Top 10 reports, cutting the reporting delay in half. Nielsen expects to publish its first accelerated Top 10 on September 17, 2026, reporting the 08/31/26 – 09/06/26 measurement interval.
These latest enhancements build on Nielsen’s ongoing commitment to providing the marketplace with unrivaled, comprehensive audience insights across the media landscape. In recent years, Nielsen has made significant advancements to expand its audience measurement capabilities. Recent innovations include: National TV measurement enhancements featuring expanded co-viewing insights; broad marketplace adoption of Big Data + Panel measurement in 2025; first-party data integrations powering live streaming measurement; and a nationwide expansion of out-of-home measurement. Nielsen also continues to serve as the industry standard for streaming intelligence through essential industry benchmarks including The Gauge and the weekly Streaming Top 10 rankings.
About Nielsen
Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics. Through our understanding of people and their behaviors across all channels and platforms, we empower our clients with independent and actionable intelligence so they can connect and engage with their global audiences—now and into the future. Learn more at www.nielsen.com and connect with us on social media (X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram).
Croma Makes iPhone 18 Pro Accessible With Blockbuster Offers Starting At ₹1,24,900*
Croma, India's leading omni-channel electronics retailer from the Tata Group, today announced launch offers on the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, along with savings across Apple Watch and AirPods. Available nationwide across Croma stores, croma.com, the Tata Neu app and Big Basket, customers can unlock meaningful savings through a combination of exchange benefits and up to 10% savings on HDFC Tata Neu card.
iPhone 18 Pro 256 GB available in stores at ₹1,24,900*. How to get this offer:
Avail up to ₹7,000 bank cashback on select credit cards
Exchange your old iPhone14 128GB for up to ₹24,000 (depending on condition and model)
Avail up to ₹12,000* exchange bonus
Similarly, the iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB, is available in stores at ₹1,39,900*. How to get this offer:
Avail up to ₹7,000 bank cashback on select credit cards
Exchange your old iPhone14 128GB for up to ₹24,000 (depending on condition and model)
Avail up to ₹12,000* exchange bonus
Expand your Apple ecosystem
Croma is also extending savings across Apple Watch and AirPods for Tata Neu credit cardholders up to 10%:
• AirPods 5 worth ₹14,900 - can be availed at a starting price of ₹13,410*
• Apple Watch Series 12 worth ₹56,900 - can be availed at a starting price of ₹51,210*
• Apple Watch Ultra 4 worth ₹1,09,900 - can be availed at a starting price of ₹98,910*
Exchange offer extended across older iPhone models
With the all-new iPhone 18 series now available, Croma is also extending its exchange programme to older iPhone models. Customers exchanging their iPhone 15, iPhone 16 or iPhone 17 device will also have an exchange value above ₹30,000* depending on the condition of the device and the exchange bonus will be up to ₹12,000*.
“The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max mark a significant leap in Apple’s innovation, and we are delighted to bring our customers a launch experience that is both exciting and rewarding. With a strong mix of exchange bonuses and Tata Neu Coins, alongside compelling offers on Apple Watch and AirPods, we are making it easier than ever to upgrade to the latest technology. At Croma, we remain committed to delivering exceptional value and a seamless omni-channel experience across our stores and online platform” said a spokesperson, Infiniti Retail Ltd.
To explore these offers and the complete Apple range, customers can visit their nearest Croma store, shop online at Croma.com, or browse through the Tata Neu app. With a growing footprint of 560+ stores across 200+ cities, Croma continues to bring customers the latest technology, dependable service, and a rewarding shopping experience.
*All prices vary depending on the model, store, city, and availability and until the offer lasts.
About Croma:
Infiniti Retail Ltd. is India’s first large-format electronics retailer in India operating under the brand name Croma. With over 560+ stores across 200+ cities, the company continues to open new stores to expand its presence nationally. Croma offers its customers a world-class ambience to shop both in-store and staged at www.croma.com, and allows for a seamless omnichannel shopping experience. Through its deep integration with the Tata Neu ecosystem, products from Croma are also available on the Tata Neu app and Big Basket. Croma has been featured among the 100 most valuable Indian brands by Brand Finance India 100 report for three years in a row.
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