Canales makes a splash in Canberra
By Elliott Richardson in Media News on Friday, 23rd October 2020 at 10:49amAfter more than 12 months under the Pedestrian umbrella writing for Gizmodo and Lifehacker, Sarah Basford Canales has swapped the hustle and bustle of Sydney for the relative quiet of Canberra.

Moving to the Canberra Times, Canales is now a politics and public sector reporter, something she says has always been an interest of hers.
“Political reporting is something I've always been interested in doing. Back when I was an idealistic uni student, my plan was to become an investigative reporter in the political space. While my ambitions of travelling to Russia to uncover deep-seated corruption have waned considerably - I'm sure my mum's happy about it too - it's still something I'm passionate about,” she says.
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Over 16 arrests have been made, including two police officers, sources said. One of them was posted at the IGI Airport police station, a senior airport cop confirmed.
The role of former policemen has also surfaced. Multiple suspects were produced in court and taken on remand, documents confirmed. Some of the accused were recently granted bail after exchanges in court.
The operation, which has been a guarded secret for over two months, has exposed sprawling corruption spanning multiple states, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan, writes Raj Shekhar Jha for The Times of India.
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Assam CM loses temper at Lallantop reporter
By Staff Writer in Media News on Monday, 13th April 2026 at 1:13pm
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma lost his temper during an interaction with a reporter from Lallantop who questioned him over his alleged use of abusive language.
During the exchange, the reporter raised concerns about Sarma’s “unparliamentary” remarks. The Chief Minister reacted sharply, defending his choice of words and saying, “My language is Lallantop,” India Today reported.
The reporter responded that Lallantop did not require his certificate, which further escalated the exchange.
Sarma then refused to continue the conversation and questioned why such queries were being raised, stating that he did not wish to speak further. The incident has since gained traction on social media.
Journalist robbed of Rs 10 lakh, three arrested
By Staff Writer in Media News on Monday, 13th April 2026 at 1:10pm
A 50-year-old journalist, Shipa Vasant Thakkar, was allegedly robbed of cash and valuables worth over Rs 10 lakh while shifting her residence from Titwala to Durgamata Nagar near Nevali Naka. The accused reportedly took advantage of the move to steal the items.
Police launched an investigation following the complaint and traced the suspects. Three individuals have been arrested.
The total value of the stolen items is estimated at over Rs 10 lakh, according to Newsband.
PR industry moves
By Nigel Bowen in Media News on Monday, 13th April 2026 at 1:01pm
In our new weekly round-up of moves within the PR industry, we’ve got three developments from recent days to report on.
Nicole Ford has stepped into the role of Director of Public Relations and Marketing at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, after previously serving as Public Relations and Communications Manager at Salter Brothers Hospitality.
Ford said she was looking forward to “shaping the next chapter of the hotel’s story, celebrating its people, and continuing to elevate its presence both locally and on the world stage”.
In Melbourne, Nathan McGregor has announced his departure from Thrive PR + Communications after more than six years, describing his time there as varied, purposeful and shaped by strong colleagues and clients.
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By Staff Writers in Media News on Monday, 13th April 2026 at 7:49am
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Media plays crucial role in nation-building: PIB ADG
By Staff Writer in Media News on Friday, 10th April 2026 at 7:39pm
Akhil Kumar Mishra, Additional Director General of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) and Central Bureau of Communication, visited Fakir Mohan University on March 9 and interacted with students of the Journalism and Mass Communication department. The session was held on the theme “From Policy to Public: The Power of Everyday Communication in Building Viksit Bharat.”
Mishra said the media must act as a responsible partner in the country’s development process. He stressed that effective communication, marked by clarity and coherence, is essential to bridge the gap between public policy and citizens. He added that everyday communication plays a key role in advancing the vision of Viksit Bharat.
The session was attended by Professor Bharatibala Pattanaik, Head of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, along with Smti Padhi, Ashes Kumar Nayak, Moti Pankgam, and Dhirendra Behera. Students from the departments of social work, sociology, and social science also joined.
Indian Express elevates Nandagopal Rajan as CEO Digital
By Staff Writer in Media News on Friday, 10th April 2026 at 7:25pm
Nandagopal Rajan has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, Digital at The Indian Express.
Rajan recalled his journey in a LinkedIn post, noting how the company grew from 30 people in a basement in 2013 to over 550 staff across multiple cities today. He said the video team, once a single person, now fills an entire floor.
He previously served as COO from March 2024 to April 2026. He said he will carry forward the vision of Anant Goenka and the belief of George Varghese that the organisation must remain content-led. He also thanked Sanjay Sindhwani for building a stable launchpad for new opportunities.
Rajan emphasised his responsibility towards readers who expect credible journalism every day. He concluded, “Here is to new milestones and, of course, great stories.”
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