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Hashtag Orange expands operations in Mumbai
MUMBAI: With the vision of offering the best and most relevant ‘insight’ driven digital solutions in India, Hashtag Orange – insights-driven digital solutions agency, today announced its business expansion in Mumbai. Headquartered out of Delhi – NCR, the firm has witnessed exponential growth in the last couple of years of its operations and has successfully accumulated a portfolio of impressive clientele.
As part of its market strategy, Hashtag Orange has expanded in Mumbai to cater to its existing as well as potential clientele based out of the financial capital of the country. The Mumbai office would have full-service capabilities of the firm including performance marketing and will work closely with the headquarters for insight-driven digital offerings of the agency.
Speaking on the expansion, Hashtag Orange co-founder Saurabh Kapoor said, “As we continue to expand our business offerings and digital solutions portfolio, market expansion becomes a crucial part of our growth strategy. Mumbai is the financial hub of the country and our presence in the market would be instrumental in the success story of our firm.”
Hashtag Orange co-founder Mukesh Vij said, “Mumbai will be an exciting chapter in our journey here in India and our presence in the market will significantly boost Hashtag Orange’s Y-o-Y growth rate. Mumbai has huge potential, both in terms of business growth and available talent pool and will be a defining milestone for the firm’s future.”
With Mumbai being operational, Hashtag Orange now has an overall talent pool of more than 45 employees across specialized verticals such as social media strategy/ content, paid media – Facebook/ Google, SEO, SEM, Influencer strategy & execution, development and maintenance of digital assets among others.
In a short span of just over a year, Hashtag Orange has successfully managed to venture into various categories including Fashion, Beauty, Online Gaming, Food to name a few and is aggressively foraying into newer spaces in the market.
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Havas Media Network India bags integrated media mandate for Aakash Educational Services Limited
PivotRoots and Arena Media to drive 360° strategy for student outreach
NEW DELHI: Havas Media Network India has secured the integrated media mandate for Aakash Educational Services Limited, following a competitive multi-agency pitch, signalling a fresh push by the education major to sharpen its reach among students nationwide.
The mandate will be jointly handled by PivotRoots and Arena Media, both part of the Havas network. Together, they will roll out a full-spectrum media strategy designed to boost AESL’s visibility across digital and traditional platforms.
At the heart of the partnership lies a simple idea: making the brand not just seen, but sought after. The agencies will blend data, technology and creative storytelling to craft campaigns that resonate with students and parents navigating an increasingly digital-first education landscape.
Aakash Educational Services Limited SVP marketing Kanika Kumar Nijhawan said, “At Aakash, we believe success is built through a structured, long-term and data-driven approach. As we expand across the country, adopting a more integrated approach to media is essential. This partnership marks a significant step towards building stronger connections with our audiences.”
Under the arrangement, PivotRoots will spearhead digital and performance marketing, covering social media, influencer collaborations and data-led optimisation. Meanwhile, Arena Media will focus on traditional channels including print, television, radio, cinema and outdoor advertising, ensuring consistent messaging across touchpoints.
Havas Media Network India chief executive officer Mohit Joshi said, “Delivering for a powerhouse like AESL requires both scale and precision. By combining Arena Media and PivotRoots, we are deploying our Converged.AI platform to create a 360-degree strategy that drives engagement, conversions and long-term growth.”
Echoing the sentiment, PivotRoots founder and chief executive officer Shibu Shivanandan added that the collaboration would focus on building “impactful, full-funnel experiences” powered by deep analytics and performance-led marketing.
With a strong legacy in coaching for medical and engineering entrance exams, AESL is now doubling down on integrated media to stay ahead in a crowded, fast-evolving education market. The partnership with Havas signals a clear intent: to turn visibility into meaningful engagement and, ultimately, student success.
