The Himachal Pradesh High Court has upheld the acquittal of the chief editor of Him Himwanti newspaper in a defamation case. The court said that publishing information in truth and good faith, without intent to harm, does not amount to defamation under the law. Justice Sandeep Sharma was hearing a plea challenging a trial court order that had cleared the editor of charges related to alleged false corruption reports. The court observed that opinions expressed in good faith about a public servant’s conduct are not defamation. It also noted that the complainant failed to prove any intent to harm, and upheld the trial court’s decision, The Indian Express reported.

News is no longer produced only inside newsrooms backed by cameras, editors, and broadcast schedules. Today, it often begins with a single post. Across cities, towns, and neighbourhoods, ordinary people are documenting events as they happen and sharing them instantly on Twitter. From road accidents to local protests, eyewitness updates frequently appear online before news crews arrive, allowing information to spread rapidly and reach large audiences within minutes. Twitter’s format plays a key role in this shift. Its speed and accessibility allow users to post updates in real time, turning individual observations into wider public conversations. What starts as a single tweet can quickly gain traction, prompting responses, discussions, and, in some cases, action. Professional journalists have also adapted. Many now monitor Twitter to identify emerging stories, track conversations, and access on-ground visuals. Citizen posts often act as early signals, helping newsrooms pick u

“It's perfect to be neurodivergent in journalism because we think differently,” says podcast producer and former BBC Journalist Ania Lichtarowicz. She believes neurodivergent journos see “things in patterns” that others don’t. “That's when you spot that it doesn't smell right,” she added. Experienced IT journalist Joshua Gliddon shares Lichtarowicz’s sentiment that journalism is perfect for the neurodiverse. He said it was great for him as he “gets to really focus on the topics he’s interested in. “But if I'm not interested in a certain topic, I can't make myself interested in it.” Neurodivergence’s Day-to-Day Influence on Journos  Central to Gliddon’s day-to-day work are doses of Ritalin, remarking he wouldn’t get anything done without it. “It gives me real clarity and focus. If I'm interested in something, I can really get into a flow state and work on it for a long time.” Gliddon was diagnosed six years ago with ADHD and schizophrenia. He

It's all about petrol pain today with News Limited papers across the country, going front page with John Rolfe's exclusive that the government could allow motorists as little as $40 worth of fuel as part of national regulated fuel rationing. Wednesday 25 March 2026 National   The Australian Confidence killer Greg Brown and Matthew Cranston highlights how markets remain sceptical of Donald Trump’s claims of progress in talks with Iran to end the war, as crude oil prices surge and Australia’s treasurer warns the conflict’s economic fallout could rival Covid or the GFC. PM embraces his European ideals Greg Sheridan reports that Anthony Albanese’s agreements with Europe are portrayed as pushing Australia toward Europe’s troubled economic and political approach. Australia must ‘get China right’, Europe chief Ben Packham and Rosie Lewis reports that a European leader says Australia needs to handle relations with China corre

Image credit: Deccan Herald The passing of S. Thyagarajan at 85 marks the end of an era in Indian sports journalism. Revered as “Mr Dependable”, he embodied the values of integrity, diligence, and clarity that defined the very best of the profession. Over five decades with The Hindu, Thyagarajan chronicled Indian sport with unmatched depth and precision. From grassroots tournaments to the grand stages of six Olympic Games and nine Asian Games, his reporting carried a distinctive style that brought matches alive for readers. His alliterative flair and measured criticism made him not just a chronicler of events, but a trusted interpreter of the game. Though he wrote across disciplines, hockey was his true canvas. His coverage of the sport earned him respect globally, with the International Hockey Federation and the Asian Hockey Federation recognising his contributions. His leadership roles in the Sports Journalists Federation of India and the Tamil Nadu Sports Journalists’ Ass

The Odisha Sports Journalists Association (OSJA) has elected its new office bearers for the 2026–28 term at its Annual General Meeting held in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, March 21. The meeting, held at the Utkal Journalists Association premises, reviewed the income and expenditure for 2025–26 and finalised the work plan for 2026–27. Sandeep Mishra was re-elected unanimously as president. Samikhya Pattnaik was elected working president, while Tapan Kumar Swain and Suresh Kumar Swain were elected general secretary and treasurer respectively. Several other office bearers and executive committee members were also elected. The meeting was chaired by Mishra, with Pattnaik delivering the vote of thanks, Odisha Bytes reported.

The first district conference of the Andhra Pradesh Working Journalists Federation (APWJF) was inaugurated in Tirupati on Sunday by Chandragiri MLA Pulivarthi Nani. Addressing the gathering, he assured that efforts would be made to provide house sites for journalists who do not own homes, The Hans India reported. He said Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and Minister Nara Lokesh would work towards resolving journalists’ issues. He also flagged concerns over fake news affecting society and media credibility. APWJF leaders demanded a Media Commission and a pension scheme, highlighting challenges posed by AI-generated fake content and the evolving role of journalism.