ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEE) has made the decision to retract the merger implementation application that was submitted to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Mumbai bench.   According to the release, the application was initially filed by ZEE on January 24, 2024, in order to seek guidance on the implementation of the Composite Scheme of Arrangement involving ZEE, Culver Max Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., and Bangla Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.  The Company's choice to withdraw the implementation application was made following advice from the Board, after thorough consultations with legal experts. This move will allow the Company to focus on growth and explore strategic opportunities to enhance value for its shareholders. The Board is dedicated to reviewing the strategic actions taken by management and providing timely guidance, as mentioned in a press release. By withdrawing the implementation application, ZEE will be able to continue pursuing its claims against Sony in

Holly Berckelman has been promoted to Digital Editor at Body+Soul.  Berckelman updated her LinkedIn connections about the transition and added that she was ‘proud and excited’ to take up the new role. Her post received several congratulatory messages from industry peers, who cheered her on for the milestone and called it a ‘well-deserved’ growth. Previously, Berckelman worked as a resident food writer for Backyard Opera for nearly two years before moving to NewsCorp in 2020, where she subsequently assumed marketing and production roles for Food and Travel, Stellar and Body+Soul.  She was most recently the online content producer for Body+Soul, a role which she held for more than a year. 

Sling & Stone has been appointed as the agency of record for ethical cosmetic brand and beauty pioneer Lush, following a competitive pitch process. Sling & Stone will work on consumer PR and creator relationships, corporate thought leadership and driving the agenda for ethical causes the company is passionate about.  Georgia Saunders, PR Lead at Lush, expressed optimism about Sling & Stone’s “thinking, creative approach and plan for building impactful brand awareness”. “At Lush, we don't fit into a box - we stand out - and Sling & Stone does the same. We love how in-tune they are to our values, and their unique approach to PR is exactly what we were looking for,” Saunders added.  Sian Church, Head of New Zealand at Sling & Stone, said Sling & Stone's values “clearly aligned” with Lush’s.  “We love everything that Lush stands for, including taking matters into their own hands and addressing the issues now, not waiting around until others

IBC24 News, a regional media and news organisation based in Madhya Pradesh, is seeking a full-time Promo Editor for their Raipur office. The Promo Editor will play a crucial role in creating and editing promotional videos and content for news programs. This includes collaborating with internal teams, scripting, and ensuring video production and editing align with the brand's requirements. Ideal candidates for this position should have proficiency in video editing software, a strong understanding of video production techniques and principles, and hold a degree or diploma in video editing, film production, or a related field.  Interested applicants can send their resumes through their LinkedIn page.   

As India gears up to witness the largest celebration of democracy, NDTV has unveiled its mega ‘Pledge to Vote’ campaign in its website, Influencing India has confirmed. The campaign hopes to encourage well-known corporate citizens from India's top companies to support the effort and promise to take an active part in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections by casting their votes. By urging businesses, professionals, and individuals to make a commitment, NDTV plans to promote the initiative through the distribution of certificates and videos on their digital platforms. Prominent corporate leaders like RC Bhargava, Chairman of Maruti Suzuki, Nilesh Shah, Kotak Mahindra AMC, Manish Tiwary, Vice President & Country Manager, Amazon India and several others have already pledged support or plan to do so. The goal of the campaign is to mobilise a civic movement and reach millions of Indians, according to a communiqué.

The Collective Newsroom, the exclusive media partner and content provider for BBC News' Indian-language websites, is seeking a Senior Producer for BBC News Tamil content. The Senior Producer will be responsible for monitoring editorial control, selecting and compiling material, on-air reporting, and creating engaging content for the audience. They will also need to adhere to the BBC's health and safety policy. Ideal candidates for this role should possess proficiency in editorial judgment, production skills, audience engagement tools and strategy, and the ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities and circumstances. Interested candidates can send their resumes through the firm's LinkedIn page before April 22, 2024, for consideration.

After a 20-year radio career, Andy Kay, the Head of Audience Engagement at Nova 100 in Melbourne, is set to depart the industry for an exciting new opportunity, Radio Today reported. Kay will be joining Always Live as the Partnerships Manager – Commercial & Media, where he will play a key role in aligning brands with homegrown and international music talent. Throughout his radio career, Kay has worked alongside industry giants such as Chrissie Swan, Sam Pang, Dave Hughes, Kate Langbroek, and others. He has also recently ventured into writing, releasing his first book, "The Adventures of Little Andy," a memoir of his life's ups and downs. Reflecting on his decision to leave radio, Kay said, it has left him with 'mixed emotions.' "I certainly sat on the fence for a little while, deciding if I’d take the leap of faith into a new role and industry. But I’m really excited to be joining the Always Live team." Before joining NOVA Entertainment, he worked at ARN as a Senior Natio