The Andhra Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) has announced a mega agitation to press the government to address a range of long-pending demands concerning journalists. Speaking to Influencing India, APUWJ state president I.V. Subbarao said the union would observe ‘Demands Day’ across the state on October 2, followed by a rally or mass dharna in Amaravati. Subbarao said the union’s primary demand was a special law to protect journalists from attacks and harassment. “Since attacks and harassment against journalists have increased across the country, we are demanding the introduction of a special protection law,” he said. He said the union was seeking a Journalist Protection Act in Andhra Pradesh on the lines of Maharashtra and other states, besides demanding a nationwide law to ensure the safety of journalists. Subbarao also raised the issue of house sites for journalists in Andhra Pradesh, saying the government had promised house sites and houses in its electio

Asian News International (ANI) has filed an appeal before a Division Bench of the Delhi High Court, challenging a July order that refused to restrain OpenAI from using its news content for AI training. ANI, the first Indian media organisation to sue OpenAI, alleges that its reports were scraped and stored to train large language models like ChatGPT, amounting to copyright infringement. The single‑judge bench had earlier held that such use fell under the fair dealing exception in India’s Copyright Act, covering private use and research. ANI argues that the ruling wrongly extended fair dealing to commercial AI training, contending that public accessibility does not permit copying for profit. The appeal is listed before Justices V. Kameswar Rao and Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora. The case has drawn interventions from industry bodies including the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) and Federation of Indian Publishers in support of ANI, while groups such as Flux Labs AI and

India’s newspaper industry is beginning to look beyond the traditional advertising-and-circulation model, with events, digital subscriptions, outdoor advertising, branded properties, business services and other ventures accounting for a growing share of publisher revenues. The shift reflects a wider change in the economics of news publishing. Rather than expecting digital advertising or subscriptions alone to replace declining print income, publishers are increasingly building portfolios of revenue streams around the audiences, brands and relationships developed through their core journalism businesses. A recent Exchange4media analysis estimates that major Indian newspaper groups are now generating around 25–30% of their revenues from businesses outside print. Citing a CRISIL study of five widely circulated Indian dailies, it said non-print businesses are expected to account for around 25% of revenue, compared with approximately 13% in FY19. CRISIL expects these non-pr

Senior journalist Avnish Kumar Mishra has rejoined Dainik Jagran, marking his return to one of India’s leading Hindi dailies. Mishra, who has held key editorial roles in the past, brings extensive experience back to the organisation at a time when legacy media houses are strengthening their leadership to adapt to digital transformation and evolving reader engagement. His return underscores Jagran’s focus on reinforcing its editorial depth and continuing its strong presence across Hindi‑speaking regions.

Senior journalist Timsy Jaipuria has stepped down from CNBC-TV18 after 10 years with the network. In a LinkedIn post, she described the move as “harder than I imagined,” reflecting on a decade that shaped her professionally and personally. Jaipuria recalled breaking news alerts, sleepless nights covering stories, and interviews that stayed with her long after the cameras stopped rolling. She expressed gratitude to colleagues, sources, and viewers, noting: “Journalism, at its best, is not about being comfortable. It is about asking the difficult questions, holding power to account, listening when it is easier to dismiss, and telling the truth even when the truth isn’t convenient.” She emphasised that while she is leaving the newsroom, she is not leaving journalism, and looks forward to new possibilities ahead.

YAAP Digital has secured the integrated creative and media mandate for Parle Candy Culture following a multi‑agency pitch. The scope of work includes digital communication, content creation, social media management, influencer collaborations, and media planning and buying. The partnership aims to strengthen Parle Candy Culture’s digital footprint and connect with younger audiences through culture‑driven storytelling and performance‑focused campaigns. Parle Candy Culture brings together iconic confectionery brands such as Kismi, Mango Bite, Orange Bite, Poppins, Rol‑a‑Cola, Londonderry, and Éclairs, celebrating nostalgia while adapting to a digital‑first consumer landscape. Mayank Shah, VP at Parle Products, said the brand sought a partner who could blend creativity with strategic media thinking. YAAP leadership emphasised leveraging AI‑powered insights and data‑driven strategies to deliver engaging campaigns across platforms.

Bennett, Coleman & Co Ltd (BCCL) has entered into a partnership with OpenAI to make journalism from its newspapers and digital platforms, including The Times of India and The Economic Times, easier to find for readers in India and other countries. Under the partnership, BCCL stories will surface more readily when users search for information through ChatGPT. When a BCCL report informs a response, ChatGPT will name the publication and link directly to the original story, directing readers back to the BCCL platform to read the full report. BCCL said its newspapers and digital platforms will retain full editorial control. Editors and journalists will continue to be responsible for reporting, fact-checking, editing and publishing. OpenAI will have no role in determining what BCCL publications report or their editorial positions. Mohit Jain, chief operating officer and board member of BCCL, reportedly said the group has always looked for new ways to make its journalism available t