Image source: HT, The Guardian, Council on Foreign Relations and Business Today; Edited by Dinesh Raj M   Hours after the 50 per cent additional tariff on Indian exports to the US kicked in, both countries indicated that they are working towards resolving their differences on the issue with govt officials asserting that communication channels remain open. Hot off the Press “I think at the end of the day, we will come together,” US treasury secretary Scott Bessent said in a TV interview while stressing that India is the world’s largest democracy and the US is the world’s largest economy, according to a report in The Times of India. Bessent blamed India's continuing purchase of Russian crude for being the deal breaker, and also expressed dissatisfaction with the terms proposed by India by dubbing them performative. He said that European countries should also take US-type action against India and expressed frustration over them continuing to source petrol, diesel and

NDTV has rolled out its new primetime show, The Buck Stops Here, starting 25 August 2025. The programme is anchored by Padmaja Joshi, Managing Editor and Primetime Anchor on NDTV 24x7, and airs weeknights at 9 PM IST. Framed by the tagline “The End of Every Argument,” the show is positioned as a definitive space for national debates. Each episode aims to raise critical questions, dissect them through pointed discussions and arrive at clear conclusions. The Buck Stops Here will cover a wide range of topics—governance, economic decisions, societal shifts and India's global role—offering direct questions, detailed analysis and responses aimed at clarity rather than ambiguity. Speaking about the launch, NDTV called it “a defining step in the journey of a new NDTV for a new India,” and described the newsroom as “committed to reflecting the aspirations of a confident nation and the responsibilities of a vibrant democracy.” With Padmaja Joshi at the helm, the network say

Approach Communications has been appointed as the official PR and communications partner for Sure Real Pictures. The collaboration comes as Sure Real Pictures prepares to launch its debut feature film, Liberation, and embarks on an ambitious journey to create impactful films, web series and digital content for a global audience. Kanishk Kadam, Founder of Sure Real Pictures and producer of Liberation, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Approach Communications to bring our stories to the world. Their expertise in PR and communications, combined with their passion for innovative storytelling, makes them the perfect fit to help us establish Sure Real Pictures as a leading name in entertainment for Gen Z and Millennials”. Sonu Tyagi, Director of Approach Communications, said, “We are excited to work with Sure Real Pictures, a production house with a bold and fresh approach to storytelling. Approach Communications will handle the entire PR, digital, events, and integrated commu

Criteo, a commerce media platform, has expanded its strategic partnership with Zepto, a quick commerce platform. The collaboration, which began last year, focuses on scaling retail media campaigns by allowing brands to deliver personalised off-site ads and gain visibility across the open internet. According to BestMediaInfo, Zepto can now use Criteo’s Retail Media Offsite platform to help brands reach shoppers beyond the app or website. This enables more targeted re-engagement through relevant ad placements, increasing the potential for repeat visits and conversions. Criteo’s AI-powered technology underpins this effort by helping brands connect with audiences throughout the shopping journey. The quick commerce sector in India is projected to grow 75–100 per cent year-on-year, outpacing traditional retail. Platforms like Zepto are positioning themselves as advertising hubs for convenience-first consumers. Devendra Meel, Chief Business Officer at Zepto, said, “As quick com

Scott Sattler, who has for more than a decade been an NRL commentator for Sports Entertainment Network, is leaving the broadcaster to take up a new role as Director of Football at the Gold Coast Titans. Sattler joined SEN in 2012, co-hosting Sportsday alongside Gary Belcher, and was heard across more than 50 radio stations each night. He was also an inaugural member of the NRL Nation commentary team in 2018. As a leading NRL commentator, Sattler has called every NRL Grand Final since 2018, and will conclude his time with SEN at this year’s Grand Final. A former player with 203 NRL games to his name, Sattler is perhaps best remembered for his legendary cover tackle in the 2003 Grand Final, helping secure victory for the Panthers. Although SEN has agreed to release Sattler early to take up his new role, he will continue to contribute through the remainder of the 2025 NRL season. He also recently fronted SEN’s collaboration with Fox League for Saturday League Kick Off.  As it

What is it with the world? Is it drunk? Has someone put something in its toothpaste? Did someone drop a piano on its foot? I mean the 20th century was clearly off its tits: Fascism, Nazism, Stalinism, Hiroshima, Pol Pot, shoulder pads. But the way the 21st century is going - Gaza, Ukraine, Taiwan, unironic moustaches - there isn’t going to be a 22nd. And that’s not even considering the seismic belligerence building over the heinous call for more housing in poor old ritzy Woollahra (Alexandra Smith, SMH).* Still mustn’t grumble, pubs are open. In fact, they’d like to be open for longer, and that’s a problem it turns out. As SMH urban affairs reporter David Barwell writes, venues are “turning their sights on late night trading in a bid to revive the city’s ailing hospitality sector" – but as the headline (“Anger at club’s 3AM trading hours plan”) makes plain, plans to extend the hours of the Croatian Club in Concord are causing a stink. “Concerns over nois

delicious. last night revealed the winners of this year’s Harvey Norman Produce Awards and tied it in with a special delicious. gloss lift-out magazine available today in The Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun, The Courier-Mail and The Advertiser.   The evening award event not only revealed the winners but also celebrated 20 years of the publication championing Australia’s finest producers. delicious. Content Director Krysia Bonkowski said: “For 20 years, the Produce Awards has been the only national awards program to unearth and celebrate Australia’s top primary producers, and every year, we’re reminded how important that is.”