Commonwealth launches record $2b PFAS lawsuit against 3M The federal government has filed a landmark $2 billion claim against 3M over PFAS “forever chemicals” contamination linked to firefighting foam, escalating Australia’s biggest legal fight over toxic pollution. Beyond the courtroom, the case raises major questions about corporate accountability, clean-up costs and how affected communities are consulted and compensated. Covered by: Sydney Morning Herald, The Age. Housing tax fight: warnings rents will rise and supply will fall Multiple tabloids lead with modelling claims that Labor’s proposed negative gearing and capital gains tax changes would push rents higher and deter new home building, intensifying the housing crunch. The significance is political as well as economic: housing affordability is shaping up as a defining national battleground, with competing claims over who really pays and whether reform helps or hurts supply. Covered by: Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun, Th

Senior journalist Mihir Ranjan has exited Hindi news network Bharat Express, where he had been serving as Managing Editor since July last year. In that role, he oversaw editorial strategy and output operations for the channel. Speaking to Influencing, Ranjan said: “I will take a month’s break before choosing my next path.” He added that while he has received a few offers, he has yet to decide on his next assignment. Ranjan’s career spans more than two decades across leading newsrooms. Before Bharat Express, he was Managing Editor at India Daily Live, where he steered digital platforms and also worked as Consulting Editor for the television channel. He earlier held senior roles at ABP News, joining as Output Head in 2020 and later serving as Associate Vice President. Following his stint there, he pursued a digital media programme at the Indian Institute of Management Indore. A veteran of television journalism, Ranjan has also been associated with Republic Bharat and was p

Havas Media India has won the integrated media mandate for Matrimony.com, the online matchmaking platform behind brands such as BharatMatrimony, Elite Matrimony and regional matrimony services. Under the mandate, Havas Media India will manage media strategy, planning and buying across online and offline platforms using its AI-led consumer intelligence and integrated media capabilities.  The partnership strengthens Havas Media India’s growing presence in South India, where it has expanded operations in Bengaluru and Chennai through regional investments and integrated offerings under the Havas Village model. The agency currently works with brands including Swiggy, V-Guard, Joyalukkas and Muthoot FinCorp.  Matrimony.com said the partnership will help strengthen brand growth and consumer engagement, while Havas Media India highlighted the mandate as another milestone in its South India expansion strategy. 

Thursday, 28 May 2026 #1  ·  My Delhi  ·  In-depth feature City facing water supply shortfall of more than 90 mn gallons a day By Paras Singh   ·   Hindustan Times  ·  Page 3 Delhi is facing a water supply shortfall exceeding 90 million gallons per day, with residents relying on tanker arrangements that are described as inadequate and helplines being unresponsive. The story includes a detailed infographic mapping where Delhi gets its water from various sources through the Yamuna river system, and documents ground-level impacts on residents across different parts of the city. The story combines original ground reporting with data visualization — a detailed supply-source map — and gives voice to multiple affected residents, elevating it beyond a routine civic complaint piece into a documented accountability report. #2  ·  Page One Plus  ·  In-depth feature In post-Na

A Navi Mumbai-based senior journalist and women’s rights activist was seriously injured in a hit-and-run accident on Palm Beach Road after a speeding biker allegedly jumped a red signal and rammed into the scooty she was travelling on. Sandhya Jain, 56, owner and editor-in-chief of the magazines Women Zone and Kanchan Kanika, has been undergoing treatment at Apollo Hospital in Seawoods for multiple injuries, including fractures to both hands and her nose, facial injuries and trauma. According to Jain, the accident took place on May 18 near the NRI Junction on Palm Beach Road while she was travelling to the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) headquarters in Belapur. Speaking to Influencing, Jain said, “I go to NMMC around 4.00 pm every day to meet officials. This was the worst experience ever. Luckily, I was wearing my helmet, which I always do as a responsible motorist”. “As per CCTV recordings, the biker wearing a maroon shirt jumped the red signal and crashed in

Ramasamy, a senior journalist who worked with Kumudam weekly magazine, passed away at the age of 58 due to ill health. The Chennai Press Club conveyed its condolences to his family and fellow journalists through a social media post. His final rites will take place in Mettupalayam near Kilpennathur, his native town. 

Business warns Labor’s CGT push could chill investment A widening rift has opened between the government and major employers over proposed capital gains tax changes, with business groups urging Labor to narrow any reforms to housing and WA’s Premier Roger Cook warning the plan could deter foreign capital in the mining sector. The dispute matters because it goes to the heart of Labor’s economic pitch—balancing revenue and fairness against investment confidence—while setting up a sharper political fight with the Coalition and industry ahead of legislation. Covered by: Australian Financial Review, The West Australian, The Australian. EU trade deal in jeopardy as Coalition flags climate “lock-in” The Coalition is warning it may oppose the Australia–EU free-trade agreement, arguing it would entrench Labor’s climate settings and disadvantage agriculture. With trade diversification and farm market access at stake, the standoff raises the prospect of a major international