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Polycab India unveils a new brand identity, “Ideas. Connected.”

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2 years ago

September 20, 2023

Mumbai: Polycab India, India’s largest wires and cables manufacturer and one of the fastest-growing FMEG companies unveiled its renewed brand identity and philosophy that reflects its future business roadmap. Polycab is undergoing a remarkable transformation under Project LEAP. While being renowned for its excellence in manufacturing wires and cables, Polycab continues to expand its horizons to offer a comprehensive suite of electrical solutions for modern living making it safe, convenient and sustainable.

The rebranding is not just a shift in visual identity or brand architecture, it is a guiding philosophy that underscores Polycab’s commitment to innovation, technology, safety and sustainability leading to its brand purpose of ‘Connecting all to a brighter future.’ This renewed brand ideology is going to be a significant step towards Polycab’s vision of becoming the foremost brand of choice for customers in the electrical solutions market. The brand refresh has been visualised and designed by Interbrand.

The new visual identity reflects the colours of dawn, symbolizing Polycab’s commitment to reaching new heights, mirroring the rising sun, and encapsulates the vision of uniting all towards a brighter future by ingeniously incorporating the letter ‘O,’ a prominent sound in the Polycab name, into its innovative visual emblem. The three colours red, blue and purple signifies leadership in wires and cables, the connection with customers, through the FMEG category and its future readiness respectively. This representation aims to make the brand more modern, contemporary, and relatable to the customers whilst retaining the organisation’s core values.

In alignment with its brand vision of ‘Bringing the power of innovations to help everyone connect to a brighter future,’ Polycab has introduced a forward-looking brand line, signifying the evolution from the existing positioning of ‘Connection Zindagi Ka.’ to ‘Ideas. Connected.’

During the event, while unveiling the new brand identity, Polycab India Ltd. chairman and managing director Inder Jaisinghani stated, “As we reflect on our remarkable journey, from the inception as a single electrical store to the leader in wires and cables manufacturing, we are filled with pride. We have always believed evolution is the key to staying relevant and hence continue to work towards offering futuristic solutions to our customers. We have grown by focusing on innovation, sustainability, and customer-centricity, and now, this new brand identity reflects our core pillars.”

He further added, “Our refreshed brand tagline, ‘Ideas. Connected.’, builds on a future where Innovative solutions, based on a thoughtful idea, simplifies lives, and in turn connects to a brighter future. We are dedicated to fostering a brighter future for all, one where every aspect of our lives is seamlessly connected, and our homes truly understand us. With unwavering determination, we look forward to redefining not just our brand but also the way we live.”

Additionally, the brand also launched a TVC to communicate to its audience the promise of a future – a home that understands the consumer’s needs and desires. “Ghar Jo Aapko Samjhe” lends an emotional connection with the brands’ key target audience – people who take delight in making their homes more efficient, safe and futuristic. The film has been designed by the creative minds at Ogilvy.

In this captivating TVC, Polycab presents a heartwarming narrative that perfectly aligns with their new brand positioning – “Ideas.Connected.” The story unfolds within a home where innovative electrical solutions seamlessly blend with everyday life. As the film commences, a couple shares a romantic moment, and intelligent lighting installations respond to their presence, setting the perfect ambiance for their friends’ arrival. The lights adapt to the guests’ vibe, illustrating the notion that your home should understand you as well as you understand it.

The next scene features a grandpa navigating his way through the dark room. Touching the walls activates them, providing him with a guiding light. This showcases the idea that even walls can have a heart, and they too can express warmth and care. Further, a ceiling fan transforms into an artistic marvel, adjusting its speed based on the occupants’ comfort levels. The TVC emphasizes how your home’s elements, like the roof, can respond to non-verbal cues, fostering a deeper connection.

The film then introduces a child, engrossed in reading, while a drone light follows his steps. This imagery signifies that even when you’re alone, your home can provide companionship and support. Lastly, a playful sibling rivalry unfolds as a sister and brother adjust home settings to their liking. This amusing scenario illustrates how your home can understand and accommodate the preferences of each family member. This TVC beautifully encapsulates Polycab’s brand transformation, showcasing how their innovative products connect ideas and people. With the tagline “Ideas. Connected.” Polycab envisions a future where homes are intuitive, responsive, and deeply connected to the needs and desires of their inhabitants.

Polycab India executive president and chief marketing officer Nilesh Malani stated, “We are thrilled to unveil Polycab’s brand refresh, which is more than just a change in appearance; it’s a profound shift in our brand’s essence and the way we connect with our customers. Our new brand positioning, ‘Ideas. Connected.’ reflects our commitment to innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate into everyday life. Our latest TVC, ‘Ghar Jo Aapko Samjhe,’ captures the heart of this transformation. It showcases how our electrical solutions make homes not just smarter but also more intuitive and empathetic. We believe that this campaign, along with our renewed marketing strategy, will leave a lasting impression and create strong brand recall among our audience, paving the way for a future where homes truly understand and respond to our needs.”

Adding to this, Ogilvy India group president VR Rajesh said, “Polycab’s new positioning is ‘Ideas. Connected’. It is about having a culture of meaningful innovation that will be at the core of all their offerings. This requires rethinking and re-engineering the way they approach product development. To bring this thinking alive to our consumers we had to show them what this vision will fructify into in the future. A home that intuitively understands what you need and makes it a place truly built around your life.”

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Netflix India names Rekha Rane director of films and series marketing

Streaming giant bets on a seasoned marketer who helped build Amazon and Netflix into household names

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2 weeks ago

February 9, 2026

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MUMBAI: Netflix has put a proven brand builder at the helm of its films and series marketing in India, naming Rekha Rane as director in a move that signals sharper focus on audience growth and cultural cut-through in one of its most hotly contested markets.

Rane steps into the role after seven years at Netflix, where she has quietly shaped how the platform sells stories to India. Her latest promotion, effective February 2026, crowns a run that spans brand, slate and product marketing across originals, licensed content and new verticals such as games.

A strategic marketing and communications professional with roughly 15 years’ experience, Rane has spent much of her career building technology-led consumer businesses and new categories, notably e-commerce and subscription video on demand. She was part of the early push that introduced Amazon.in, Prime Video and Netflix to Indian homes, then helped turn them into everyday brands.

At Netflix, she most recently served as head of brand and slate marketing for India from March 2024 to February 2026, leading teams across media and marketing for global and local content portfolios. Before that, as manager for original films and series marketing, she led IP creation and go-to-market strategy for titles including Guns and Gulaabs, Kaala Paani, The Railway Men* and The Great Indian Kapil Show, spanning both binge and weekly-release formats.

Her earlier Netflix roles covered product discovery and promotion in India and integrated campaign strategy to drive conversations around the content slate, product awareness and brand-equity metrics.

Before Netflix, Rane logged more than three years at Amazon in brand marketing roles in Bengaluru. There she handled national and regional campaigns for Amazon.in, worked on customer assistance programmes in growth geographies and contributed to the go-to-market strategy for the launch of Prime Video India.

Her career began well away from streaming. At Reliance Brands in Mumbai, she worked on retail marketing for Diesel and Superdry. A stint at Leo Burnett saw her work on primary research for P&G Tide, mapping Indian shoppers’ paths to purchase. Earlier still, at Orange in the United Kingdom, she rose from sales assistant to store manager, running a team and owning monthly P&L for a retail outlet.

The arc is telling. As global streamers fight for attention in a crowded Indian market, executives who understand both mass retail behaviour and digital habit-building are prized. Rane’s career sits at that intersection.

For Netflix, the bet is simple: in a market spoilt for choice, sharp marketing can still tilt the screen. And with Rane now leading the charge, the streamer is signalling it wants not just viewers, but fandom.

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Orient Beverages pops the fizz with steady Q3 gains and rising profits

Kolkata-based beverage maker reports stronger revenues and profits for December quarter.

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2 weeks ago

February 9, 2026

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MUMBAI: A fizzy quarter with a steady aftertaste that’s how Orient Beverages Limited, the company that manufactures and distributes packaged drinking water under the brand name Bisleri closed the December 2025 period, as the Kolkata-based drinks maker reported improved revenues and a healthy rise in profits, signalling operational stability in a competitive beverage market.

For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Orient Beverages posted standalone revenue from operations of Rs 39.98 crore, up from Rs 36.42 crore in the previous quarter and Rs 33.53 crore in the same quarter last year. Total income for the quarter stood at Rs 42.24 crore, reflecting consistent demand and stable pricing across its beverage portfolio.

Profit before tax for the quarter came in at Rs 3.47 crore, a sharp improvement from Rs 1.31 crore in the September quarter and Rs 0.39 crore a year ago. After accounting for tax expenses of Rs 0.79 crore, the company reported a net profit of Rs 2.68 crore, nearly three times the Rs 0.99 crore recorded in the preceding quarter.

On a nine-month basis, the momentum remained intact. Revenue from operations for the period ended December 31, 2025 rose to Rs 117.66 crore, compared with Rs 106.95 crore in the corresponding period last year. Net profit for the nine months climbed to Rs 5.51 crore, more than double the Rs 2.18 crore reported in the same period of the previous financial year.

The consolidated numbers told a similar story. For the December quarter, consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs 45.06 crore, while profit after tax came in at Rs 2.06 crore. For the nine-month period, consolidated revenue touched Rs 133.57 crore, with net profit of Rs 4.49 crore, underscoring the group’s improving profitability trajectory.

Operating expenses remained largely controlled, with cost of materials, employee benefits and other expenses broadly aligned with revenue growth. The company continued to operate within a single reportable segment beverages simplifying its cost structure and reporting framework.

The unaudited financial results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on 7 February 2026. Statutory auditors carried out a limited review and reported no material misstatements in the results.

In a market where margins are often squeezed by input costs and competition, Orient Beverages’ latest numbers suggest the company has found a reliable rhythm not explosive, but steady enough to keep the fizz alive.

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BCCL profit jumps 53 per cent in FY25 as tax bill shrinks

Revenue rises 4.3 per cent to Rs 10,209.33 crore while deferred tax gain lifts bottom line sharply

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2 weeks ago

February 9, 2026

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NEW DELHI: Bennett, Coleman and Company (BCCL) has posted a sparkling set of financial results for the year ended 31 March 2025, proving that there is still plenty of ink and gold left in the ledger.

Revenue from operations climbed a steady 4.3 per cent, reaching Rs 10,209.33 crore compared to Rs 9,786.44 crore the previous year. When you sprinkle in other income, which rose 8.9 per cent to Rs 949.36 crore, the total income for the media behemoth hit a healthy Rs 11,158.69 crore.

While the income grew at a modest pace, the bottom line tells a far more dramatic story. The real headline is the 53 per cent surge in annual profit. How did they pull off such a feat? While Profit Before Tax (PBT) saw a gentle nudge upward of 2.7 per cent to Rs 1,610.00 crore, it was a vanishing act by the taxman that really did the trick.

Total tax expenses plummeted by 32.4 per cent, dropping from Rs 468.76 crore down to Rs 316.97 crore. This was largely thanks to a swing in deferred tax, moving from an expense of Rs 156.02 crore in FY24 to a benefit of Rs 39.44 crore this year.

Total income rose from Rs 10,658.55 crore in FY24 to Rs 11,158.69 crore in FY25, marking a 4.7 per cent increase. Total expenses grew at a slower pace, up 3.0 per cent from Rs 9,306.06 crore to Rs 9,581.45 crore. Profit before tax inched up 2.7 per cent, moving from Rs 1,567.02 crore to Rs 1,610.00 crore. However, the standout figure was net profit, which jumped sharply by 53.0 per cent, climbing from Rs 1,042.03 crore in FY24 to Rs 1,594.73 crore in FY25.

Despite the rising costs of doing business across the globe, BCCL kept a tight grip on the purse strings. Total expenses rose by just 3.0 per cent to Rs 9,581.45 crore. By keeping costs lower than the rate of income growth, the company ensured that the final figure, a net profit of Rs 1,594.73 crore, was nothing short of a front-page sensation.

In a world of shifting digital tides, it seems the BCCL ship is not just steady, but sailing into significantly wealthier waters.