Tag: Narendra Modi

Demonetisation: Paytm & SBI most talked about on Twitter and Insta

MUMBAI: It’s been close to a month since PM Narendra Modi announced the demonetisation of higher currency notes and the buzz around the topic hasn’t receded still. After all, several sections of the market remain affected by the scarcity of liquidity in the economy.

While the country debates on whether the move has been successful in curbing black money or not, one thing is for certain, it caught everyone’s attention.

Maxus Kaleidoscope has released data that reveals the location-wise mood of India from Twitter and Instagram.

The conversations were mapped between the 8 to the 24 of Nov 2016 by when we would get a clear picture of the how the initial euphoria of the demonetization panned out over time.

Location based Tweets and Instagram Posts oscillated largely between Action oriented and Calm Moods in the fortnight since the demonetization from an All India basis. Calm moods were dominant in the North Eastern states of Mizoram and Meghalaya as depicted in the map below.

Nearly 5 Lakh conversations on Twitter & Instagram made up the top 10 trending topics. Demonetization accounted for 6 of the top 10 trending topics since the announcement, of which the PM accounted for half of the trending topics. #IamwithModi and #Modi were the topics that made up for 19% of the conversations within the top 10 trends. Cricket shared a bit of the spotlight from demonetization thanks to the ongoing England-India test series.

Brands too shared some of the light light that demonetization drew. A total of 23 brands of were linked to the top 10 trending topics during the past fortnight. These brands factored in slightly over 30 per cent of the total conversations. PayTM leading the bunch (avg. 53% association) and SBI (avg. 16% association) carved out the larger part of the Brand Share of Conversation.

The top 5 metros reflected similar patterns of Moods where Action dominated the moods however there were some days especially like 17 Nov in Delhi when the expression of Calm gave way to Action. Additionally Tamil Nadu showed a blip towards Anxiety on the 18, 19 and 21 Nov 2016 when subsequent announcements of the demonetization easing by the government and news of the CM Jayalalithaa seemed to have driven up the specific mood.

According to Maxus Kaleidoscope’s mapped data over Twitter and Intagram, there is a sense of patient restraint in cities across India as the demonetization moves on into the 3rd week and nears the critical end of the month period when cash flows really come into play.

December 5, 2016
Demonetisation: Paytm & SBI most talked about on Twitter and Insta

MUMBAI: It’s been close to a month since PM Narendra Modi announced the demonetisation of higher currency notes and the buzz around the topic hasn’t receded still. After all, several sections of the market remain affected by the scarcity of liquidity in the economy.

While the country debates on whether the move has been successful in curbing black money or not, one thing is for certain, it caught everyone’s attention.

Maxus Kaleidoscope has released data that reveals the location-wise mood of India from Twitter and Instagram.

The conversations were mapped between the 8 to the 24 of Nov 2016 by when we would get a clear picture of the how the initial euphoria of the demonetization panned out over time.

Location based Tweets and Instagram Posts oscillated largely between Action oriented and Calm Moods in the fortnight since the demonetization from an All India basis. Calm moods were dominant in the North Eastern states of Mizoram and Meghalaya as depicted in the map below.

Nearly 5 Lakh conversations on Twitter & Instagram made up the top 10 trending topics. Demonetization accounted for 6 of the top 10 trending topics since the announcement, of which the PM accounted for half of the trending topics. #IamwithModi and #Modi were the topics that made up for 19% of the conversations within the top 10 trends. Cricket shared a bit of the spotlight from demonetization thanks to the ongoing England-India test series.

Brands too shared some of the light light that demonetization drew. A total of 23 brands of were linked to the top 10 trending topics during the past fortnight. These brands factored in slightly over 30 per cent of the total conversations. PayTM leading the bunch (avg. 53% association) and SBI (avg. 16% association) carved out the larger part of the Brand Share of Conversation.

The top 5 metros reflected similar patterns of Moods where Action dominated the moods however there were some days especially like 17 Nov in Delhi when the expression of Calm gave way to Action. Additionally Tamil Nadu showed a blip towards Anxiety on the 18, 19 and 21 Nov 2016 when subsequent announcements of the demonetization easing by the government and news of the CM Jayalalithaa seemed to have driven up the specific mood.

According to Maxus Kaleidoscope’s mapped data over Twitter and Intagram, there is a sense of patient restraint in cities across India as the demonetization moves on into the 3rd week and nears the critical end of the month period when cash flows really come into play.

December 5, 2016
Reliance Jio may be fined for using PM’s pic in ad sans permission

NEW DELHI: The Government has denied that it gave permission for publication of a full-page photograph of the prime minister Narendra Modi in advertisements in newspapers about Reliance Jio.

Minister of state for information and broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore said: “No permission was granted by the Prime Minister’s Office.”

Rathore told the Parliament that the Act, ‘The Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950’ is administered by the Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution Ministry.

He also said that the directorate of advertising and visual publicity (DAVP) of his ministry releases Government advertisements only and does not release advertisements of any private body.

Reliance Jio may have to pay only Rs 500 as fine for using Modi’s picture in advertisement, without permission from the government. Newspapers reported that the minor penalty could be charged from Jio.

Rathore, in a written reply, admitted that it was aware that Reliance Jio used the PM’s photographs in the advertisement. About the actions that can be taken against Jio, he replied that the (DAVP) unit was responsible for it is the Emblems and Names (prevention of improper use) Act 1950.

Section-3 of the Act states that no person shall use any “specified” name or emblem for the purpose of any trade, business or any such activities without the “previous permission of the central government” or officers authorised by the government. The list of names and emblems that cannot be used without prior permission from the government includes the president of India, the PM, governor of a state, the government of India or any state, Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, United Nations Organisation, Ashok Chakra or Dharma Chakra.

December 3, 2016
Reliance Jio may be fined for using PM’s pic in ad sans permission

NEW DELHI: The Government has denied that it gave permission for publication of a full-page photograph of the prime minister Narendra Modi in advertisements in newspapers about Reliance Jio.

Minister of state for information and broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore said: “No permission was granted by the Prime Minister’s Office.”

Rathore told the Parliament that the Act, ‘The Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950’ is administered by the Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution Ministry.

He also said that the directorate of advertising and visual publicity (DAVP) of his ministry releases Government advertisements only and does not release advertisements of any private body.

Reliance Jio may have to pay only Rs 500 as fine for using Modi’s picture in advertisement, without permission from the government. Newspapers reported that the minor penalty could be charged from Jio.

Rathore, in a written reply, admitted that it was aware that Reliance Jio used the PM’s photographs in the advertisement. About the actions that can be taken against Jio, he replied that the (DAVP) unit was responsible for it is the Emblems and Names (prevention of improper use) Act 1950.

Section-3 of the Act states that no person shall use any “specified” name or emblem for the purpose of any trade, business or any such activities without the “previous permission of the central government” or officers authorised by the government. The list of names and emblems that cannot be used without prior permission from the government includes the president of India, the PM, governor of a state, the government of India or any state, Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, United Nations Organisation, Ashok Chakra or Dharma Chakra.

December 3, 2016
TRAI to examine whether 4G offer can ‘Jio’ till Mar ’17

MUMBAI: In his attempt to arduously chase the 100-million subscriber base, Reliance Jio CMD Mukesh Ambani announced extension of free domestic voice calls and data till 31 March, 2017, having crossed 50 million in 83 days. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), however, said it will examine Jio’s latest offer providing free 4G services for all till 31 March.

Jio’s new offer, meanwhile, struck a blow at competing incumbent operators — Idea Cellular, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone India. The latest offer hurt the rivals’ share price. Airtel was down 1.66% at Rs 319.10 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and Idea Cellular and Reliance Communications, respectively, dropped around 6% and 5%. By contrast, RIL price was up 0.45%.

Ambani, on Thursday, announced the continuation of freebies currently being offered for fourth-generation (4G) long-term evolution (LTE) data and voice services till March next year. TRAI had earlier allowed Reliance Jio to provide free service till the end of this year.

About the validity of Jio’s offer, TRAI chairman R S Sharma said that they would look into it. Every tariff that was filed before the authority was examined. TRAI would give its response at an appropriate time, Sharma added. TRAI had earlier allowed the new operator to provide free services till the end of 2016 for subscribers who joined till 3 December.

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) meantime stated that it did not formally allow use of the prime minister Narendra Modi’s picture in electronic and print advertisements of Reliance Jio.

Meanwhile, lower penetration of broadband (7 per cent) may slow down the ‘Digital India’ drive, according to TRAI. Sharma suggested that a potential solution would be to use connections for cable TV for broadband delivery. TRAI has already made the recommendation to the government, he added. Digital India would have to ride on that infrastructure, and if India did not have robust infrastructure, it was not going to achieve the objective of knowledge economy, Sharma added.

Also read:

http://www.indiantelevision.com/iworld/telecom/jio-money-merchant-app-helps-transition-to-cashless-economy-161201

http://www.indiantelevision.com/iworld/telecom/jio-extends-hny-free-data-offer-up-to-31-march-17-161201

December 2, 2016
TRAI to examine whether 4G offer can ‘Jio’ till Mar ’17

MUMBAI: In his attempt to arduously chase the 100-million subscriber base, Reliance Jio CMD Mukesh Ambani announced extension of free domestic voice calls and data till 31 March, 2017, having crossed 50 million in 83 days. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), however, said it will examine Jio’s latest offer providing free 4G services for all till 31 March.

Jio’s new offer, meanwhile, struck a blow at competing incumbent operators — Idea Cellular, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone India. The latest offer hurt the rivals’ share price. Airtel was down 1.66% at Rs 319.10 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and Idea Cellular and Reliance Communications, respectively, dropped around 6% and 5%. By contrast, RIL price was up 0.45%.

Ambani, on Thursday, announced the continuation of freebies currently being offered for fourth-generation (4G) long-term evolution (LTE) data and voice services till March next year. TRAI had earlier allowed Reliance Jio to provide free service till the end of this year.

About the validity of Jio’s offer, TRAI chairman R S Sharma said that they would look into it. Every tariff that was filed before the authority was examined. TRAI would give its response at an appropriate time, Sharma added. TRAI had earlier allowed the new operator to provide free services till the end of 2016 for subscribers who joined till 3 December.

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) meantime stated that it did not formally allow use of the prime minister Narendra Modi’s picture in electronic and print advertisements of Reliance Jio.

Meanwhile, lower penetration of broadband (7 per cent) may slow down the ‘Digital India’ drive, according to TRAI. Sharma suggested that a potential solution would be to use connections for cable TV for broadband delivery. TRAI has already made the recommendation to the government, he added. Digital India would have to ride on that infrastructure, and if India did not have robust infrastructure, it was not going to achieve the objective of knowledge economy, Sharma added.

Also read:

http://www.indiantelevision.com/iworld/telecom/jio-money-merchant-app-helps-transition-to-cashless-economy-161201

http://www.indiantelevision.com/iworld/telecom/jio-extends-hny-free-data-offer-up-to-31-march-17-161201

December 2, 2016
Jio Money Merchant app helps transition to cashless economy

MUMBAI: Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani today, while unveiling Jio’s Happy New year offer, lauded the prime minister Narendra Modi for his bold and historic decision to demonetise some currency.

Ambani said that, by doing this, Modi has given the strongest possible push to the growth of a digitally-enabled, optimal-cash economy in India. He believes that digitally-enabling transactions will help create a fair, transparent and strong India and Indian economy.

“It will bring unprecedented accountability at every level. I believe that the common people will be the biggest beneficiaries of this change. Every Indian will have a Digital ATM in their hands, which they can operate whenever and wherever they want,” said Ambani.

With the Jio Money application, every Indian has access to a digital money wallet that is linked to their bank account. In order to make this possible, JioMoney is rapidly expanding its reach to millions of touch points where Aadhar based micro-ATMs will be deployed, informed Ambani.

Jio is committed to support the growth of a digital economy in India. One of the key drivers for adoption of digital money and cashless way of living is people’s ability to convert physical cash into digital cash and vice-versa. In order to make this possible, Jio Money is rapidly expanding its reach to millions of touch points where Aadhar-based micro-ATMs will be deployed.

Jio also announced the launch of the Jio Money Merchant Solution. Starting 5 December, every merchant can download the Jio Merchant money application. This solution provides access to Jio’s suite of services, including customised offerings such as digital money, for an important segment of the Indian economy. This will enable digital transactions of all types, whether at mandis, small shops, restaurants, railway ticket counters, for bus and mass transit and even for person-to-person money transfers.

Jio believes that this offering will contribute significantly in realising the PM’s vision of transitioning to a cashless economy.

December 1, 2016
Jio Money Merchant app helps transition to cashless economy

MUMBAI: Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani today, while unveiling Jio’s Happy New year offer, lauded the prime minister Narendra Modi for his bold and historic decision to demonetise some currency.

Ambani said that, by doing this, Modi has given the strongest possible push to the growth of a digitally-enabled, optimal-cash economy in India. He believes that digitally-enabling transactions will help create a fair, transparent and strong India and Indian economy.

“It will bring unprecedented accountability at every level. I believe that the common people will be the biggest beneficiaries of this change. Every Indian will have a Digital ATM in their hands, which they can operate whenever and wherever they want,” said Ambani.

With the Jio Money application, every Indian has access to a digital money wallet that is linked to their bank account. In order to make this possible, JioMoney is rapidly expanding its reach to millions of touch points where Aadhar based micro-ATMs will be deployed, informed Ambani.

Jio is committed to support the growth of a digital economy in India. One of the key drivers for adoption of digital money and cashless way of living is people’s ability to convert physical cash into digital cash and vice-versa. In order to make this possible, Jio Money is rapidly expanding its reach to millions of touch points where Aadhar-based micro-ATMs will be deployed.

Jio also announced the launch of the Jio Money Merchant Solution. Starting 5 December, every merchant can download the Jio Merchant money application. This solution provides access to Jio’s suite of services, including customised offerings such as digital money, for an important segment of the Indian economy. This will enable digital transactions of all types, whether at mandis, small shops, restaurants, railway ticket counters, for bus and mass transit and even for person-to-person money transfers.

Jio believes that this offering will contribute significantly in realising the PM’s vision of transitioning to a cashless economy.

December 1, 2016
Govt campaigns cost exchequer double than Mars mission

MUMBAI: The incumbent central government under the prime minister Narendra Modi has spent Rs 1100 crore in advertising expenditure in the last one and a half years, as per the information provided by the Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry in response to a Right To Information (RTI) application filed by an activist.

This expenditure was incurred between 1 June, 2014, and 31 August, 2016. and only accounts for the advertisement for ‘telecast/television, Internet and other electronic media’ and does not include other platforms such as print advertisements, hoardings, posters, booklets and calendars. The total sum will be many times higher if these costs are also factored in. If broken down into daily expenditure the figure comes to Rs 1.4 crore a day.

Some of the famous campaigns of the union government are — Swachh Bharat initiative, ‘Make in India’, Selfie with Daughter and ‘Digital India.’ The government has engaged several leading creative agencies like Ogilvy and Mather, and McCann Worldwide group to conceptualise and execute the campaigns.

According to a digital publication, this amount far exceeds the cost of India’s Mars mission, Mangalyaan, which is estimated at Rs 450 crore.

November 29, 2016
Govt campaigns cost exchequer double than Mars mission

MUMBAI: The incumbent central government under the prime minister Narendra Modi has spent Rs 1100 crore in advertising expenditure in the last one and a half years, as per the information provided by the Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry in response to a Right To Information (RTI) application filed by an activist.

This expenditure was incurred between 1 June, 2014, and 31 August, 2016. and only accounts for the advertisement for ‘telecast/television, Internet and other electronic media’ and does not include other platforms such as print advertisements, hoardings, posters, booklets and calendars. The total sum will be many times higher if these costs are also factored in. If broken down into daily expenditure the figure comes to Rs 1.4 crore a day.

Some of the famous campaigns of the union government are — Swachh Bharat initiative, ‘Make in India’, Selfie with Daughter and ‘Digital India.’ The government has engaged several leading creative agencies like Ogilvy and Mather, and McCann Worldwide group to conceptualise and execute the campaigns.

According to a digital publication, this amount far exceeds the cost of India’s Mars mission, Mangalyaan, which is estimated at Rs 450 crore.

November 29, 2016