Category: Media and Advertising

  • Simply Fresh launches #DiwaliKeBaadKiSafai campaign

    Simply Fresh launches #DiwaliKeBaadKiSafai campaign

    Mumbai: BN Group’s flagship brand Simply Fresh has launched the #DiwaliKeBaadKiSafai campaign, encouraging people to extend cleanup efforts beyond pre-Diwali preparations, focusing on maintaining cleanliness after the festival in both homes and surroundings.

    In India, it is a tradition to clean houses before Diwali to welcome prosperity, but neighborhoods often remain cluttered after Diwali. The campaign promotes continuing the festive spirit by keeping communities clean. It features a grandmother teaching her grandchild that Diwali isn’t complete until both the house and neighborhood are clean, emphasizing community responsibility after the celebrations.

    BN Group CMO Kiran Giradkar said, “Diwali is a time for joy, togetherness, and tradition. While pre-Diwali cleaning is common in every household, the real challenge lies in maintaining that cleanliness after the celebrations. With #DiwaliKeBaadKiSafai, we want to inspire people to take collective responsibility for keeping not just their homes but their surroundings clean. At BN Group, we consistently focus on the bigger picture, crafting campaigns that go beyond business to make a positive impact on society. Whether it’s our Ganpati or Durga Puja campaigns, our aim remains the same: to stay grounded with good intentions, contributing in meaningful ways to make the world a better place.”

    The campaign will be rolled out across multiple platforms, where Simply Fresh invites everyone to share their post-Diwali cleanup stories using #DiwaliKeBaadKiSafai.

    This campaign follows the success of Simply Fresh’s recent initiatives, such as the #BappaHiBatayenge campaign during Ganesh Chaturthi, which highlighted the cultural connection between families and traditions, and the #HarLadkiDurga campaign during Durga Puja, which emphasised the warmth and significance of family gatherings. Simply Fresh continues to support fresh ideas that not only resonate with people’s hearts but also promote positive social change.

  • ICICI Lombard launches new campaign for TripSecure+

    ICICI Lombard launches new campaign for TripSecure+

    Mumbai: ICICI Lombard, a private general insurer, has launched a campaign for TripSecure+, presenting it as the essential travel companion for peace of mind during travel planning.

    The campaign features a family preparing for an Italian vacation. The daughter’s calm contrasts with her father’s anxiety over common travel concerns like visas, car safety, and adventure sports risks. Each concern is answered with the daughter’s confident, “Travel partner hai na!” — emphasising that TripSecure+ covers everything from medical emergencies to lost luggage.

    ICICI Lombard repositions travel insurance as a key part of trip planning, ensuring all worries are covered with AI-powered personalisation that adapts to every traveler’s needs. The campaign highlights TripSecure+ addressing issues like visa rejections, pre-existing diseases, and car rentals, assuring travelers that their risks are covered.

    With a focus on transforming pre-travel anxieties into confidence, the campaign’s tagline, “ICICI Lombard ka AI-powered TripSecure+ Travel Insurance, Humara Travel Partner!” emphasises that ICICI Lombard is with travelers every step of the way.

  • A10 Networks unveils strategy to enhance cybersecurity for AI applications

    A10 Networks unveils strategy to enhance cybersecurity for AI applications

    Mumbai: A10 Networks (NYSE: ATEN), a leading provider of AI-powered cybersecurity solutions, has announced substantial upgrades to its portfolio. The company’s latest innovations aim to simplify IT infrastructure, enhance cyber resilience, and leverage AI to help organisations navigate the evolving digital landscape with greater security and efficiency.

    “For over 20 years, A10 has helped businesses efficiently achieve their connectivity and security goals with technology innovation,” said A10 Networks president and CEO, Dhrupad Trivedi. “The technology landscape continues to rapidly evolve as our customers are increasingly harnessing AI to power their infrastructures, making our differentiation even more relevant. A10 is on this journey with our customers, and we continue to innovate around enabling their current and future business outcomes.”

    The rising adoption of AI and large language models, coupled with advanced GPUs, has opened new cybersecurity vulnerabilities. IBM research highlights that the average cost of a data breach surged to $4.88 million, especially affecting the healthcare, financial services, industrial, and tech sectors—industries heavily investing in AI. To address these risks, A10 Networks has enhanced its Advanced Core Operating System (ACOS) to seamlessly integrate with AI Inference and GenAI environments, fortifying customers’ AI ecosystems against potential threats.

    The newly introduced A10 Control platform streamlines operations and boosts visibility across A10’s Thunder ADC and Defend portfolios. Additionally, the upgraded A10 Defend now offers AI-powered bot protection to safeguard applications from emerging cyber threats, while the expanded enterprise-ready DDoS protection features provide defence against multi-vector and volumetric DDoS attacks.

    These advancements enable businesses to simplify IT management, bolster cybersecurity resilience, and enhance user experiences. Organisations can now confidently adopt AI to optimise operations, improve decision-making, and elevate customer satisfaction, all while ensuring robust protection against digital threats.

     

  • Malabar Gold & Diamonds unveils exclusive Diwali offers

    Malabar Gold & Diamonds unveils exclusive Diwali offers

    Mumbai: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world’s largest jewellery retailers, unveils its special Diwali offers designed to delight customers. As part of these exciting promotions, shoppers receive guaranteed gold coins with every purchase and a unique gold rate protection plan to secure against price fluctuations. These offers apply to gold, diamond, and precious stone jewellery.

    Bollywood icon and brand ambassador Anil Kapoor revealed the festive offers at an exclusive event held in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Attendees included India Operations, managing director, O. Asher,  regional head (North), N. K. Jishad, and zonal head (North), K.P. Anees Basheer along with other dignitaries.

    Malabar Group chairman, MP Ahammed  expressed his enthusiasm for the campaign, stating, “As a jeweller that prioritises customer satisfaction, we are delighted to introduce these exclusive Diwali offers. We aim to make the festive season even more special for our customers by offering them unparalleled benefits and an exceptional shopping experience. Our success in becoming a leading jeweller globally is a testament to the continued trust and support of our valued customers.”

    The offers, available at all Malabar Gold & Diamonds showrooms until 3 November, include gold coins for purchases starting from Rs 50,000. Buyers of gold jewellery receive 200 mg, those purchasing Precious, Uncut, and Polki jewellery get 300 mg, and diamond jewellery buyers receive 400 mg gold coins. The gold rate protection scheme allows customers to book jewellery with a 10 per cent down payment and choose the lower rate between booking and purchase. Additionally, customers can exchange old gold without facing depreciation in value. Special ‘Buy Counters’ with discounted jewellery collections further enhance the Diwali shopping experience. 

  • Madame launches ‘Stay Real’ campaign ft Shanaya Kapoor

    Madame launches ‘Stay Real’ campaign ft Shanaya Kapoor

    Mumbai: Madame has launched its Autumn/Winter 2024 campaign, ‘Stay Real’, featuring Shanaya Kapoor. The campaign encourages women to embrace their individuality and personal style.

    It highlights Madame’s Autumn/Winter 2024 collection, which includes evening dresses, blazers, and co-ord sets designed for modern women, emphasising quality and authenticity over trends. The campaign video features Shanaya Kapoor in key pieces from the collection, showcasing her confidence and style, aligned with the campaign’s message of self-expression.

    Kapoor stated, “Stay Real is a message that deeply resonates with me. Fashion should celebrate who you really are.”

    Sumedha Jain, MarCom Head, at Madame added, “This campaign reflects our brand ethos: to empower women to celebrate the unique essence that makes them who they are. Fashion is more than just clothing; it’s a powerful form of self-expression.”

    Madame aims to connect with Gen Z and millennial audiences, reinforcing its commitment to diversity and self-expression. With the ‘Stay Real’ initiative, Madame continues to inspire women to own their unique narratives, reaffirming its status as a beloved brand in the fashion industry.

  • Daiwa offers 40-65 per cent off on TVs this festive season on Flipkart

    Daiwa offers 40-65 per cent off on TVs this festive season on Flipkart

    Mumbai: Daiwa gears up for the festive season with incredible discounts of 40 per cent to 65 per cent on its premium made-in-India smart TVs, exclusively available on Flipkart. This exciting promotion also includes special bank offers and Flipkart SuperCoins, giving customers multiple opportunities to save while enhancing their viewing experience.

    In addition to these enticing discounts, Daiwa hosts a special lucky draw where customers can win a brand-new scooter. Shoppers can also accumulate and use Flipkart SuperCoins, maximising the value of their purchases. Recognising the rising trend of premiumisation in India, Daiwa introduces appealing exchange deals, allowing buyers to trade in their old TVs for substantial discounts on new models. Special bank offers, including no-cost EMIs, instant discounts, and other financial benefits, further boost purchasing power.

    Daiwa, director of brand operations, Priyanka Sukhija shares her excitement about the festive season offers, stating, “We are betting big this festive season, aiming to bring joy to as many Indian households with our proud Made-in-India premium range of TVs. We believe that our commitment to quality and innovation will resonate with consumers, making this a memorable celebration. Our goal is to enhance not just the viewing experience but also the shopping experience with our exceptional deals and offers.”

    Daiwa’s diverse range of television sizes and operating systems caters to various customer needs. The Coolita OS is available in 32-inch and 43-inch models, webOS spans sizes from 32 inches to 65 inches, and Google OS TVs range from 32 inches to 55 inches. The lineup includes HD Ready, Full HD, and UHD/4K options, ensuring superior picture and sound quality. Select models feature QLED technology and Dolby Audio support, delivering an immersive viewing experience.

  • The Pant Project launches humorous ad campaign

    The Pant Project launches humorous ad campaign

    Mumbai: The Pant Project has launched a new ad campaign leveraging humor and memes. By acknowledging that humor is key to male social interactions, the campaign challenges the serious tone often found in menswear marketing.

    The latest campaign features a humorous segment on the Beerbiceps podcast. The ad begins with a close-up of a Beerbiceps lookalike mid-conversation, who is interviewing a pair of pants instead of a traditional guest. He kicks things off with a comical question: “What would you do if an alien stole your zipper?”

    The playful banter continues as he jokes, “You and your underwear spend the whole day together—would you call yourselves ‘chaddi buddies’?” The mood shifts when the pants get up and walk off the set, leaving the host’s laughter to fade awkwardly.

    Turning to the camera, the host says, “So guys, that was a pair of pants by The Pant Project.” The ad concludes with a voiceover: “Some questions are hard to answer, but for the rest, we let our pants talk.”

    “Our latest campaign focuses on one key narrative – No nonsense pants for No Nonsense men but with a humorous twist. We embraced meme marketing to engage with men in a fresh and relatable way. The campaign is a mix of humor, comfort, and authority, using a light-hearted narrative to highlight that what we know best is to make great pants,” said The Pant Project co-founder Dhruv Toshniwal.

    The campaign highlights the brand’s unique blend of humor and style, allowing their custom-fit pants to take center stage.

  • Quantum Energy celebrates Diwali with big discounts on electric scooters

    Quantum Energy celebrates Diwali with big discounts on electric scooters

    Mumbai: Quantum Energy lights up this Diwali with exciting discounts on its popular electric scooters. From 18-31 October 2024, customers can enjoy significant savings across all Quantum Energy showrooms, including newly opened outlets in Agra, Lucknow, and Kanpur. This limited-time offer aims to make electric mobility more accessible while adding an eco-friendly touch to the festive season.

    The discounts are available on the following models:

    – Plasma X: Original Price: Rs 1,29,150 | Offer Price: Rs 99,999

    – Plasma XR: Original Price: Rs 1,09,999 | Offer Price: Rs 89,095

    – Milan: Original Price: Rs 85,999 | Offer Price: Rs 79,999

    Customers can schedule a test ride online through the Quantum Energy website or visit any showroom across India. Each Quantum Energy showroom serves as a comprehensive 3S facility, providing sales, service, and spare parts support, ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

    All models on discount feature advanced technology, delivering outstanding performance and energy efficiency, making them ideal for today’s Indian commuters. Key specifications include:

    – Plasma X: Powered by a robust 1500W motor, offering a top speed of 65 km/h and a range of up to 120 km on a single charge.

    – Plasma XR: Boasts the same powerful 1500W motor as the Plasma X, with a top speed of 60 km/h and a range of up to 100 km.

    – Milan: Comes with a 1000W motor, reaching a top speed of 60 km/h and delivering a range of up to 100 km per charge.

    Quantum Energy Limited director, Chetana Chukkapalli shares her enthusiasm for the festive campaign, stating, “Diwali is a time for celebration, and we at Quantum Energy are excited to offer our customers an opportunity to switch to electric mobility with these special discounts. Our electric scooters are designed to deliver performance, reliability, and eco-friendliness, and we hope these festive offers will encourage more people to embrace a greener future. As we celebrate this festive season, we extend our warmest Diwali wishes to all our valued employees, trusted dealers, and loyal riders who continue to support us on this journey.”

    As a subsidiary of Kusalava International, established in 1964, Quantum Energy draws upon five decades of experience in manufacturing critical engine components for leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Since its inception in October 2022, Quantum Energy has witnessed phenomenal growth, with over 10,000 units sold, rapidly ascending to become one of India’s top 10 EV two-wheeler brands.