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Father’s Day gifting trends show over 50 per cent YOY growth & evolving preferences, said IGP
Mumbai: Father’s Day, set to be celebrated globally on 16 June this year is increasingly becoming an important occasion in India. The increase in the number of gift purchasers says it all.
IGP discloses an average year-on-year growth of over 50 per cent of Father’s Day sales, indicating India’s growing interest in celebrating global trends. IGP, one of the largest D2C gifting product companies, has recorded high demand in metro cities, yet small cities are also contributing with 30 per cent of overall Father’s Day sales.
Personalised keepsakes and Flower+Cake combos have emerged as the top-selling categories, demonstrating a preference for both unique, customized items and traditional gift options like name gifts, photo gifts, hampers, fashion accessories etc. The data by IGP further reveals how women dominate Father’s Day gifting, accounting for 68 per cent of the total purchases.
More than 35 per cent of all Father’s Day sales involve personalized gifts, underlining the increasing desire to give unique and thoughtful presents. Father’s Day accounts for 15 per cent of IGP’s sales in June, with a preference for instant delivery options like Same Day or 30-minute delivery.
This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating all the amazing dads out there with “Dad-tastic Gifts”. Our goal is to make every father feel appreciated and cherished by offering a curated selection of gifts that speak to their unique personalities and interests. From stylish accessories to personalised keepsakes, we have everything. Whether he’s Dad-venturous, Dad-mazing, or simply Dad-orable, we have the perfect gift to make his day unforgettable.
“We’ve seen remarkable growth in Father’s Day gifting over the years. This occasion has carved out a special place in the hearts of our customers, and it’s evident in the increasing sales and changing preferences,” said IGP.com CEO and founder Tarun Joshi. “Personalised gifts and efficient delivery options are key factors driving this trend. We are delighted to be a part of our customers’ efforts to make Father’s Day a memorable celebration.”
The data from IGP.com underscores a vibrant and evolving market for Father’s Day gifts in India. With a steady rise in sales, growing contributions from smaller cities, and a clear preference for personalised and instantly delivered gifts, the gifting landscape is dynamically adapting to meet consumer demands. Father’s Day has firmly established itself as a significant occasion for expressing gratitude and love, reflecting broader societal trends towards celebrating familial bonds.
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Network18 reshuffles editorial leadership across platforms
Expanded roles and new reporting lines aim to sharpen focus on growth across digital, social, CTV and linear TV.
MUMBAI: Network18 is giving its leadership structure a fresh edit because in the fast-changing world of media, even the newsroom needs a compelling new headline. The company has announced expanded roles for its editorial leadership across social, digital, connected TV (CTV) and linear platforms. In an internal communication, Rahul Joshi, MD & Group Editor-in-Chief, outlined new reporting structures designed to drive stronger coordination and growth.
Smriti Mehra, S Shivakumar and Mitul Sangani will now report directly to Joshi. Ganesh Iyer and Abhinay Chauhan will continue reporting to him as well.
Prabhat Chatterjee, Business Head of Forbes, and Arun Thapar, President of Content & Communication for AETN-18, will report to Smriti Mehra and lead revenue growth, marketing and product initiatives. Mallika Nath Handa will spearhead the development and scaling of special projects, including new shows and non-linear properties, and will also report to Mehra.
Jayesh Gokalgandhi, CFO for AETN18, will report to Ramesh Damani. Sidharth Newatia, CRO-ILC, will report to Mitul Sangani and focus on expanding reach and revenue across Hindi and regional language markets, with special emphasis on Tier-II and Tier-III regions. Pankaj Soni, Head of Marketing-ILC, will report to Mitul and work functionally with Ganesh Iyer.
The branded content business of Moneycontrol has been consolidated with News18 Studio. Don Zarrar will now collaborate with Shiv in the News18 Studio business while continuing to head his existing Studio/Focus teams at Moneycontrol.
Pranav Bakshi has taken on additional responsibility for the international business, alongside continuing to lead growth in Connected TV and social platforms. Naveen Mathur, who oversees Revenue Management for Network18’s international business, will report to Pranav, who continues to report to Puneet Singhvi.
Rajesh Sharma (Head of Broadcast Technology & IT), Rahul Singh (Head of Events & Technical Operations) and Bhupender Bhardwaj (Head of IT Security) will now report to Puneet Singhvi. Darshil Parekh, Head of Sales Strategy, Planning & Ops, will work directly with Ramesh Damani and Rahul Joshi, while Stanley Cyril, who manages Digital Sales Operations, will report to Darshil.
Jitamitra Mohanty, who leads the viewer and audience-focused Research & Analytics function, will now work with Santosh Menon to convert data on reach and engagement into actionable insights for content strategy, product innovation and sustained viewership growth.
In a media landscape where platforms multiply faster than breaking news, Network18’s latest reshuffle is clearly aimed at keeping its editorial and business engines firing in sync. Expect sharper storytelling, stronger revenue plays, and a more agile approach across every screen that matters.
