Claims that The Australian has embarked on a "sustained, coordinated media offensive" against Palestinian academic and author Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah, have been slammed by columnist Janet Albrechtsen this morning.

Comscore has introduced day-level measurement of digital news consumption during polling and exit poll days in West Bengal and Assam, aiming to provide real-time insights into user behaviour during major news events.

A one‑day workshop on “Women, Media, and Technology” was jointly organised by the National Commission for Women (NCW) and the Directorate General of Information and Public Relations at the Yashwantrao Chavan Pratishthan.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has issued separate notices to four media professionals, including three electronic journalists and a cameraman, directing them to appear as witnesses in connection with a case registered in November 2025.

Today’s stories sit at the intersection of economic pressure, geopolitical tension and systemic strain. India’s LPG model faces a structural vulnerability, with heavy import dependence colliding with rising domestic demand. On the ground, Noida’s workers are hitting a breaking point, as wages fail to keep up with healthcare and living costs. Globally, the US-Iran standoff continues to escalate, keeping the region on edge. Back home, the 2027 Census rollout reveals fresh challenges, while deeper gaps show up across sectors — from India’s lag in global sports standards to rising urban friction, the cracks are becoming harder to ignore.

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The Nai Duniya Foundation honoured journalists, writers and filmmakers at the Media for Unity Awards 2026 held at the India International Centre, recognising individuals who upheld truth and courage in challenging times.

The Karnataka Union of Working Journalists’ has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of senior journalist Ganesh Prabhu, who passed away at the age of 61. Prabhu, who served as a correspondent for The Hindu and The New Indian Express in Udupi for several years, was known for his dedicated and consistent reporting.

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former party vice president Balbir Punj passed away on Saturday evening, marking the end of a distinguished career spanning journalism, politics and public life. Punj was regarded as a key intellectual voice within the party and had served as a Rajya Sabha MP.

The Chennai Press Club on Sunday launched the first batch of competitive exam coaching for children of journalists under its ‘Interest-Based Competitive Exam Training Centre’ initiative.

Zee Media Corporation Limited has announced the launch of ‘GenZ Bharat’, a social-first platform aimed at engaging younger audiences, with a 24x7 live stream set to be introduced soon.

According to Data Beings, CNN-News18 led English news live viewership on YouTube across three slots in Week 16 (April 11–17), while Republic World and Times Now dominated key prime-time and late-night bands.

Tripura Court has transferred the case of journalist Saikat Talapatra to Sabroom after he alleged he was not receiving a fair trial, according to Tripura News.

Accredited journalists on election duty were among those casting postal ballots as the three-day voting exercise concluded on Sunday in Thoothukudi ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

Pepper Communications Group (PCG) has secured the India communications mandate for drivebuddyAI, an AI-based Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) and Driver Monitoring System (DMS) solutions provider.