Business journalist Anjali Jain has joined business news portal The Ken as a staff writer, Influencing India has confirmed.   Announcing the move In a LinkedIn post, Anjali said: "I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Staff Writer at The Ken! I will be covering financial technology (fintech) in my new role," she said.   Anjali had completed her Bachelor's of Arts in History at Delhi University and MA in Journalism at Symbiosis Institute Of Media And Communication, Pune. Prior to this, she has worked with Deccan Herald as business reporter/sub-editor.    

Sonal Kalra, the Head of Lifestyle and Entertainment for Hindustan Times, has been honoured with the prestigious Ehsaas Award for Excellence in Arts & Culture Journalism. In a heartfelt LinkedIn post, Kalra expressed her gratitude for the recognition, stating, “Humbled and honoured to receive the Ehsaas Award for Excellence in Arts & Culture Journalism last evening, in the company of legendary artists such as Raja-Radha Kaushalya Reddy, Niren Sengupta, Shovana Narayan, Sharon Lowen, Ranjana Gauhar, Rashmi Vaidialingam.”  Kalra's post received a barrage of wishes from industry peers who congratulated her for the 'well-deserved' honour. Uma Nair, independent curator and art critic, called Kalra a 'design diva' and noted many more milestones were on the way for her.  Kalra's award underscores her significant contributions to cultural journalism. In her role as Chief Managing Editor Entertainment & Lifestyle at Hindustan Times, she leads the creation of news stories

Times Network is on the lookout for a Senior Copy Editor (Entertainment) with at least 5 years of experience in entertainment writing for digital media.  The role involves a mix of desk work and fieldwork, including attending media events, covering stories on-site, conducting exclusive interviews, and showcasing excellent copy-editing skills.  Ideal candidates should be highly motivated and driven. This full-time position is based in Mumbai or Noida and requires working from the office. Interested individuals can submit their resumes to jyotisharmal@timesgroup.com with the specified details.   

Pune-based NIC Ice Cream has appointed Madison Media Ultra, a unit of Madison World, as its official Media Agency on Record, Influencing India has confirmed. The agency will handle the account from its Mumbai office, overseeing all media aspects for the brand, including marketing communications, traditional, digital, and outdoor advertising. In a statement to the press, Jeetendra Bhandari, founder of NIC Ice Creams, expressed confidence in Madison Media's strategic plans to drive the brand's media and business growth. "This is extremely exciting news and we are looking forward to a collaborative process with the Madison team to create 'cool' and impactful pieces of work," he said. Jolene Fernandes Solanki, Chief Operating Officer of Madison Media Ultra, stated that they are proud to partner with NIC Ice Cream and are excited to contribute to its growth journey by creating impactful work. “As proud partners, we are pleased to be able to participate in the exciting growth journey o

Television journalist and news anchor Deepak Chaurasia is set to enter the digital media space with his latest venture, 'Aage Se Right.' This move comes after his departure from Zee News in March, where he served as Consulting Editor.  Chaurasia announced the launch of 'Aage Se Right' on his social media platforms, inviting followers to join him for insights and analysis. The website is scheduled to be launched on April 17th. With over three decades of experience in TV journalism, Chaurasia has played pivotal roles in the creation of programs and channels. He was instrumental in launching the half-hour program on 'Aaj Tak' on DD and establishing the 24-hour channel of 'Aaj Tak.' Chaurasia's career has seen him hold significant positions at major media outlets such as 'Aaj Tak,' 'DD News,' 'Zee News,' 'News Nation,' and 'India News,' showcasing his versatility and expertise across various platforms. 

James Smith has taken up a new role as Editor of Golf Australia magazine, replacing the outgoing Brendan James, who held that role for nearly three decades.  Smith took to LinkedIn to share the news of his appointment, expressing optimism about taking the brand forward alongside Matt Cleary and Callum Hill, adding that it was ‘impossible to replace’ the legendary Brendan James. “While it’s impossible to ever replace the legendary Brendan James, star writers Matt Cleary and Callum Hill and myself will do the iconic magazine brand proud in taking it forward amid unpredictable times at the elite level of the sport.”  Smith’s industry expertise includes editorial roles at Goulburn Post, Greyhound Recorder, Big League magazine, and Indigenous Law Bulletin.  Previously, he was also the editor of Inside Sport magazine, sub-editor at NCA Newswire, Book editor at Pan Macmillan and Editor of ABC’s annual Cricket Guide magazine before serving as a Senior Communications Adviso

Emma Koehn, a former reporter at the Age and the Sydney Morning Herald, has announced her move into freelancing after nearly a decade in daily news.  Koehn shared the news on LinkedIn revealing she took a break over the last couple of months and expressed her excitement for this new professional adventure. “Hello! Earlier this year I finished up as a reporter at The Age and Sydney Morning Herald after six great years working with wonderful colleagues and am now heading into freelance life.” In her freelance career, Koehn will focus on her favourite topics, which include business, healthcare, and consumer culture. Her LinkedIn announcement received warm wishes from industry peers, including Raffaele D'Alisa, Director of Communications and Corporate Citizenship at Blackmores Group. Koehn's extensive experience includes editorial and production roles at Farrago Magazine, The Writers Bloc, SYN Media, Eureka Report, SmartCompany, and Stockhead. She was most recently a reporter for