Nimish Dubey
Nimish is a freelance writer based in New Delhi. He writes about technology, books, sports and everything else
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Indian Ad-Age: How Hamara Bajaj felt the heartbeat of a nation
Bajaj’s response to challenges from mainly motorbike-pushing brands like Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki in late 1980s was an ad campaign, called "Hamara Bajaj", that set a new benchmark for Indian advertising - not just motor vehicle advertising, but advertising in general.
Sun, Sep 22, 2019
Indian Ad-Age: How Cherry Charlie made Cherry Blossom Shine
How successful the Cherry Chaplin ads were can be gauged from the fact that they went on for quite a while, a rarity in an industry where change is almost constant.
Sat, Sep 14, 2019
How ‘Mummy, I am Hungry’ made Maggi a household name in India
Although simple, the “Mummy, I am hungry” ad had so many nuanced messages right under that surface. No one found it spectacularly entertaining, but it got the message across - moms trust Maggi for their kids. So it had to be good!
Sun, Sep 08, 2019
Marcelo Bielsa: No World Cup, No European titles, still the best coach in the world
The reason for Marcelo Bielsa’s formidable reputation stems partly from his passion for the sport, a passion that is so far-reaching that it encompasses everything around the game, even life itself.
Sun, Jul 21, 2019
Why I am deleting Michael Jackson’s playlist
I am removing every Michael Jackson song from my electronic devices. It just does not seem right any more after what has come to light in Leaving Neverland. The four-hour documentary has literally been the last straw that has broken the back of this camel that was Michael Jackson’s fan.
Mon, Mar 11, 2019
10 legends who never won an Oscar
Here are ten people who were and are stars and legends in their own right, and yet never got an Oscar for their efforts.
Mon, Feb 25, 2019
Dear YouTube, Twitter and Instagram, here is a (radical) fix for you
An increasing number of people on social media networks like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube now make posts to get attention in the form of likes and comments, rather than to simply share a slice of their lives.
Fri, Feb 15, 2019
RIP, Mr Gordon Banks: Remembering THAT save against Pele in 1970
At the 1970 World Cup, England goalkeeper Gordon Banks denied Brazil legend Pele with a save that is almost universally regarded as the greatest the world has ever seen.
Tue, Feb 12, 2019
How UnGrammy-tic! 10 legends who never won a Grammy Award
Remember how Charlie Chaplin never won an Oscar award for his acting? Well, the Grammies have their own “Good Heavens How Come They Never Got a Grammy” hall. And some of the artistes in it are not just famous but downright legendary - so legendary that they did not need a Grammy to prove it.
Tue, Feb 12, 2019
Read Only Mode: The Five Best Tech Books of 2018
The best tech books of 2018 by Emily Chang, Scott Galloway, Adam Fisher, Ken Kocienda and Gary Vaynerchuk.
Sun, Dec 30, 2018
On This Day: When Sunny became Sehwag against West Indies in Delhi
Known for patient attrition and spending hours at the crease, Sunil Gavaskar turned a phase in Delhi by scoring 121 runs from 94 balls.
Mon, Oct 29, 2018
Would Steve Jobs have liked Apple today?
As the world marks seven years since the passing of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, the debate about whether he would have liked what Apple is doing today is reignited
Fri, Oct 05, 2018
Elon Musk is NOT Steve Jobs…live with it!
Jobs was no angel, but ironically what many considered to be his Achilles Heel - a penchant for showmanship - was actually his biggest strength.
Sun, Sep 30, 2018
Happy Birthday, Boss: 20 facts you might not know about Bruce Springsteen
Once considered the spiritual successor of Bob Dylan because he too wrote of the travails of the working person, Bruce Springsteen is now a legend in his own right, and is considered perhaps the greatest live performer of them all.
Sun, Sep 23, 2018
Happy Batman Day: 10 stories every Batman fan should read
Happy Batman Day: If you are looking to add a little bit of Batman to your lives on the day devoted to him, we would suggest grabbing one of these ten masterpieces of storytelling.
Sat, Sep 15, 2018
Vive La France and More: Ten things the 2018 FIFA World Cup taught us
Contrary to what many had feared (hoped, in some cases), Russia 2018 was definitely a success, with upsets and surprises aplenty.
Tue, Jul 17, 2018
Die Mannschaft Effect: Seven amazing World Cup comebacks by Germany
If you thought Toni Kroos’ effort against Sweden was special, just cast an eye on these seven performances which are the stuff of which German footballing legend is made.
Sun, Jun 24, 2018
A ‘Messi’ Business: Ten Legends (and one) who missed penalty kicks in the World Cup
A look at ten other players, apart from Lionel Messi, who were stars in their own right but came undone at the penalty spot in the World Cup.
Sun, Jun 17, 2018
When World Cup kits went crazy: Seven strange World Cup uniforms
As World Cup in Russia gets underway, it is worth casting a glance back at seven team uniforms that caught the eye but for the wrong reasons.
Wed, Jun 13, 2018
The Greatest Football Ad XI; Eleven classic advertisements featuring the beautiful game
The FIFA World Cup 2018 will start from June 14 with host Russia taking on Saudi Arabia as the first. The tournament will see 32 nations from across the world taking on each other. There will be 64 matches in total.
Tue, Jun 12, 2018
Gooooal! The craziest World Cup goal celebrations
We take a look at ten goal celebrations that really caught spectators’ eyes in the World Cup… and one that almost ended in a disaster.
Mon, Jun 11, 2018
Champions in all but name: Seven star-studded teams that failed at the FIFA World Cup
Being a World Cup favourite is one thing. Being the best in the tournament is another. And being the ultimate winner yet another.
Mon, Jun 11, 2018
FIFA World Cup 2018: Legends to have not set the stage alight at the World Cup
There have been multiple players across the history of football who have dazzled at club level but, unfortunately, haven't been able to play at the World Cup.
Mon, Jun 11, 2018
Not just Loris Karius: Seven goalkeepers who also goofed on the big stage
Loris Karius' double blunders were not the only goalkeeping mistakes the footballing world has seen on the big stage.
Sun, May 27, 2018