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    Gopika Nair

    Shein is hardly alone. Volkswagen’s “clean diesel” scandal, where emissions test-cheating software was installed in millions of vehicles, cost the company $34.69 billion in fines, penalties, and settlements. (Image: UN)
    Shein faces 1M euros fine for a vague ad – In India, greenwash marketing can cost brands up to Rs 50L

    From Shein to Patanjali, exaggerated green claims are facing global and Indian regulatory heat, with fines, bans, and consumer backlash…

    By Gopika Nair
    Updated: August 19, 2025 16:55 IST
    Healthy snacking, once an oxymoron in the Indian context, has become a lucrative, fast-growing segment, projected to touch $4.6 billion by the same year.
    Healthy not boring anymore, snack startups are reshaping binging habits

    India’s snack aisle is undergoing a makeover as startups push makhana, millet chips, protein wafers and freeze-dried fruits into mainstream…

    By Gopika Nair
    Updated: August 19, 2025 19:20 IST
    “The pincode really represents how the vibe is, what the design is, what sort of communities are going to come,” she said.
    How SOCIAL made ‘desi addas’ an urban vibe: Divya Aggarwal on culture, cities and customers

    From a single outlet in Church Street, Bengaluru, to 57 locations across 10 cities, SOCIAL is carving a space for…

    By Gopika Nair
    August 13, 2025 16:22 IST
    . But for travellers with flexible schedules, it’s a clever way to turn someone else’s change of plans into your next getaway.
    Travel Thrifting: I tried buying a second-hand vacation — here’s how it works

    An emerging set of online marketplaces is enabling consumers to acquire non-refundable flights, hotel bookings, and holiday packages from travellers…

    By Gopika Nair
    Updated: August 13, 2025 16:27 IST
    “Korean skincare is growing at over 85% year-on-year on kindlife. This isn’t just a trend, it’s a category transformation,” Radhika Ghai, Founder and CEO of kindlife, a wellness e-commerce platform, noted.
    Bandra to Bhopal, India’s skincare boom has a Korean accent

    Ten steps, one glow. What once seemed excessive is now everyday skincare for a growing tribe of Indian beauty lovers.…

    By Gopika Nair
    Updated: August 7, 2025 11:50 IST
    Unlike OTT platforms that offer safe harbour via upfront licensing fees, YouTube PPV, a form of TVOD (Transactional Video On Demand), grants filmmakers a higher share of each transaction, typically 55% to 60%, alongside control over pricing, timing, and direct access to audience data.
    Aamir Khan skips OTT for YouTube, but is the math in his favour?

    On paper, it’s a clever disruption. While a traditional streaming deal could have netted Khan a one-time upfront payment, reportedly…

    By Gopika Nair
    August 2, 2025 09:34 IST
    The product itself is designed for a precise demographic: predominantly women aged 20–28, but with a growing interest from young men.
    Kriti Sanon’s Hyphen is for dabblers with best of nature and science

    After co-founding caffeine-led mCaffeine, Tarun Sharma is repurposing the same backend engine to build Hyphen, a skincare brand that blends…

    By Gopika Nair
    Updated: August 1, 2025 11:12 IST
    A kindergarten and a section of an airport terminal were among the buildings affected, with a few minor injuries reported.
    Tsunami panic grips Pacific – The damage caused and what lies ahead

    A massive 8.7-magnitude quake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula has triggered tsunami alerts across the Pacific, disrupting life from Japan to…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 30, 2025 13:19 IST
    This, in essence, is moment marketing, a brand’s attempt to surf the internet’s chaotic current.
    ‘Biggest risk is looking tone deaf or opportunistic’ – Ifs and buts of moment marketing 

    A stolen kiss at a Coldplay concert turned into a marketing frenzy. As the Astronomer CEO’s scandal lit up the…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 30, 2025 11:05 IST
    The Paltrow-led ad does not reference the incident explicitly. Instead, it positions the Oscar-winning actor as a “temporary spokesperson” addressing the company’s recent influx of attention.
    Astronomer’s comeback with Chris Martin’s ex-wife is now a marketing case study

    What began as a reputational crisis for data platform Astronomer ended in a masterclass in crisis marketing. A viral “kiss…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 29, 2025 16:33 IST
    Cipla currently draws 42% of its revenue from India. South Africa and the U.S. are treated as additional “home markets”.
    ‘We are a 90-year-old startup’, says Cipla’s Achin Gupta as he balances between legacy, innovation and relevance

    As Cipla turns 90, the pharmaceutical giant is reimagining itself as a brand fit for a wellness-driven, digital-first India.

    By Gopika Nair
    Updated: July 24, 2025 09:17 IST
    The way a space feels, how objects come together to tell a story — it’s a kind of creativity that feels both personal and powerful.
    BrandWagon Chai pe Charcha with Knya’s Vanshika Kaji Premium Story

    Weekends are mostly for family. We’ll usually have slow mornings, then take the kids to the park or a café,…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 19, 2025 12:00 IST
    These platforms are further seeing varied levels of user traction. Kuku TV leads with 4.5 million active paying users while Sharechat’s Moj boasts over 10 crore downloads on the Google Play Store only.
    Fast, local, addictive: Why microdramas are winning India’s non-metro screens

    They are now a daily habit for millions, watched in transit, during tea breaks, or late into the night, often…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 18, 2025 15:56 IST
    Whether Dolly becomes India’s MrBeast Burger or fizzles out like a passing meme will depend not just on his flair but on his franchisees’ ability to recreate the experience.
    Brand lessons from Dolly Chaiwala – Don’t underestimate the power of a common man

    What began as a street-side spectacle is now taking structured form. On July 11, 2025, Dolly announced a pan-India franchise…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 17, 2025 09:43 IST
    While the trend is being embraced by urban youth, it also serves as a pointed commentary on the changing face of Indian weddings. “We are just taking the commercial part away from weddings, if anything, by calling them fake weddings,” Gujral said. “Because lately, weddings have become fake. You know what I mean? It’s all a facade.”
    Inside India’s big fake wedding boom: Rs 1,499 for a function with no strings attached

    Welcome to India’s latest social escape, the fake wedding. Think of it as a sangeet for the sake of a…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 15, 2025 11:23 IST
    FICCI data also shows that women now make up 25% of India’s esports fan base, with expectations to reach 28% in 2025, driven by stronger female representation in games and fan-centric narratives.
    NODWIN Gaming eyes 100 million viewers for Esports World Cup in South Asia: Co-founder Akshat Rathee

    India, Rathee said, is no longer a peripheral market in global esports. “India isn’t just into esports; it is helping…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 11, 2025 16:01 IST
    The brand's customers range from sneaker collectors to first-time buyers, with more than half of domestic sales coming from tier 2 cities.
    He cashed in on online hate, gave up US visa and built Gully Labs – Arjun Singh shares his sneaker story 

    A viral reel, a WhatsApp group, and a manifesto with no product — that’s how sneaker brand Gully Labs was…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 10, 2025 12:00 IST
    Brand Gill may have had a bumper week on the pitch, breaking Sunil Gavaskar’s record for most runs in a Test and becoming only the third Indian captain to score centuries in both innings, but off it, his vest may have done what most marketing teams dream of: deliver explosive visibility with zero spend.
    Shubman Gill’s viral Nike glimpse throws shade on Adidas’ Rs 250 cr BCCI contract

    There is precedent. Back in 2007, Sourav Ganguly was fined for donning a Puma headband when Nike was the official…

    By Gopika Nair
    July 9, 2025 17:02 IST
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