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Govt mulls late night slot for telecast of certain adult ads
NEW DELHI: India could open the window for late night slot for telecast of adult ads following a recommendation by the Advertising and Standards Council of India (Asci). This follows a similar trend when the Information and Broadcasting Ministry asked some programmes with adult content to be aired after 11 pm.
The Asci had recommended the ads of ‘Fast Track’, ‘Wild Stone Deo’ and ‘Tata Docomo’ for telecast outside the family-viewing hours (beyond 11 pm to 6 am). The government is considering moving them to such late hours for viewing.
The Government had received complaints and forwarded them to Asci.
Of the other complaints referred to Asci, the Council had asked the advertisers to modify or withdraw those relating to three deodorants: Axe Effect, Set Wet, and Zatak.
The ASCI did not uphold the complaints relating to Idea 3G Mobile, Manforce Condom, Liliput Kid’s Wear, and Killer Deo.
The Council has not yet replied to a complaint relating to Axe Shower Gel, according to Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting C M Jatua.
Advertisers were advised by the Press Council of India in four complaints relating to advertisements in the print media.
In the 11 complaints decided by the Council in 2010, only one journal of Kerala was censured. One journal was reprimanded, another cautioned, one closed with observations, and another closed. In two cases, the PCI reiterated its guidelines.
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Jack&Jones unveils Spring Summer ’26 collection with 3 themes
Music, Rush and Travel chapters anchor expansive youth-focused drop.
MUMBAI: If fashion had a playlist, this one would come with a bass drop, a road trip, and a wardrobe change in between. Jack&Jones has rolled out its Spring Summer ’26 collection, pitching it as its most expansive seasonal showcase yet less a drop, more a three-act cultural statement. At the centre of the campaign is Volume 1: Music, a chapter that taps into India’s independent music scene and wears its attitude on its sleeve quite literally. Featuring artists like Loka, Wazir Patar and Aksomaniac, the line blends bold graphics with relaxed silhouettes and versatile denim designed to move effortlessly from stage lights to street style.
Denim, unsurprisingly, remains the headline act. From lived-in washes to rip-and-repair textures and wide-leg fits, the collection leans into familiarity while nudging expression forward aiming to feel both personal and performative at once.
The brand didn’t stop at aesthetics. Extending its music-first narrative into the real world, Jack&Jones partnered with the UN40 Music Festival held on March 14 and 15 in Bengaluru. The collaboration featured an experiential pop-up, complete with denim customisation zones, interactive installations and exclusive viewing experiences turning fashion into something you could not just wear, but play with.
Volume 2: Rush shifts gears into a faster lane, embracing high-energy aesthetics tailored for movement, momentum and a lifestyle that rarely stands still. Think sharper silhouettes, dynamic styling and a sense of urgency stitched into every look.
In contrast, Volume 3: Travel slows things down. This chapter leans into sun-washed palettes, lightweight layers and easy silhouettes built for spontaneity designed for consumers who prefer their fashion with a side of wanderlust.
Across all three volumes, the thread that ties it together is clear: denim as a constant, supported by breathable cottons and summer-ready fabrics that balance comfort with structure. The result is a collection that doesn’t just follow trends but attempts to mirror the rhythm of youth culture itself.
With Spring Summer ’26, Jack&Jones isn’t just selling clothes, it’s curating moods. And in a season where identity is as fluid as style, that might just be its strongest fit yet.
