November 11, 2025, marked the 30th death anniversary of N.K. Sanajaoba, one of Manipur’s most fearless journalists, writers, and thinkers. Known widely by his pen name Thengra, Sanajaoba’s investigative writings in Lamyanba Journal gave a new direction to Manipuri journalism and inspired generations to speak truth to power. Born on December 30, 1936, in Singjamei Wagam Kshetri Leikai, Imphal, Sanajaoba was a man of many talents — a journalist, teacher, broadcaster, scout leader, trade unionist, and cultural activist. He began his education at Khongman LP School and graduated from DM College, where he served as the magazine secretary and displayed an early passion for writing and public life. Sanajaoba founded the monthly journal Lamyanba and became its first editor under the Pan Manipuri Youth League (PMYL). The publication became a platform for fearless commentary and social reform, though it often drew government crackdowns. According to Imphal Times, every editor of Lamyan

        TV Today Network reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 1.98 crore for the September quarter, mainly due to exceptional costs, Best Media Info reported. The company had posted a net profit of Rs 8.27 crore during the same period last year. Before accounting for these one-time expenses, the company’s profit stood at Rs 5.26 crore. In February 2025, TV Today Network had signed an agreement with Creative Channel to sell its three FM radio stations in Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata for Rs 20 crore and received an advance of Rs 10 crore. However, when the deal was cancelled, the network retained the advance but recorded a loss of Rs 17.61 crore on its radio assets, resulting in Rs 7.61 crore being shown as exceptional items for the quarter. Revenue from operations fell 9.3% to Rs 187.55 crore, compared to Rs 206.77 crore a year earlier. Revenue from television and other media operations stood at Rs 185.68 crore, while radio income plunged 52.3% to Rs 1.87 crore. Total expe

The Association of Indian Magazines (AIM), the apex body representing over 40 publishers and more than 300 magazine brands in India, hosted the 14th edition of its flagship event — the Indian Magazine Congress (IMC) — at The Imperial Hotel, New Delhi, on August 8, 2025. This year’s Congress theme, The Deep Connect, highlighted how, in a world flooded with fast, fleeting content, magazine brands stand apart by curating credible, emotionally resonant and intellectually rich narratives for clearly defined reader communities. Whether in print, on digital platforms, or through live experiences, magazines are uniquely positioned to anchor deeply engaged reader ecosystems. IMC 23 explored how magazines must evolve — not by mimicking the superficial churn of the digital world but by mastering it. Through innovative product thinking, dynamic storytelling formats, and platform-agnostic community strategies, magazine publishers can redefine their relevance and influence in the new med

Image source: India Today and ABC News; Edited by Dinesh Raj M   Confirming that Monday’s blast near Red Fort was a terror attack, Delhi Police has filed an FIR under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The initial intel assessment is that the blast was set off by a Jaish-e-Muhammed module wanting to avenge the damage inflicted on the Bahawalpur HQ of the outfit during Operation Sindoor. Hot Off the Press The initial investigation indicates that the handlers were based in Turkiye and Nangarhar in Afghanistan. They were in touch with Umar and other members of the module, reported Rajshekhar Jha for The Times of India. Sleuths suspect that Umar panicked after the arrest of his associate and the main accused in the Faridabad module, Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie, and hit the road with the car with explosives to escape arrest. He was on the move continuously, suspecting that the cops were on his trail. Some investigators believe that Umar may have tried to dispose of or hide the e

At the Girls’ Higher Secondary School in Ashok Nagar, English lessons have moved beyond grammar drills and rote learning. Students are now learning the language through activities that combine creativity, communication, and career awareness. Supported by the school’s boarding team, the program encourages interactive sessions, role plays, and presentations that help students gain confidence and fluency. The classroom, once traditional, now feels like a creative studio where students expand their horizons and sharpen their cognitive skills. As part of its field reporting, Influencing India visited the school to understand how these students are turning language lessons into real-world experiences. Headmistress K. Vasuki said, “The media room setup is in its final stages, with work already underway. Once completed, it will enable students to learn and practise more effectively in the days to come.” BT (Basic Trained) Assistant R. Hemalatha explained that her classroom follow

The Dakshina Kannada District Working Journalists’ Association (DKDWJA) has announced its newly elected representatives for the 2025–2028 term. Pushparaj B N has been elected president, while Rajesh K Poojary will serve as general secretary. Vijay Kotian Padu was elected unopposed as treasurer. The elections were held on Sunday at the Department of Information and Public Relations office auditorium in Mangaluru. Of the 352 registered members, 331 cast their votes, Mangalore Today stated. Muhammad Arif Padubidre, Wilfred D’Souza, and Rajesh Shetty were chosen as vice presidents. The secretary posts went to Siddiq Neeraje, Suresh D Palli, and Satish Ira. The newly formed executive committee includes Ashok Shetty B N, Sandesh Jara, Sandeep Kumar, Lakshmi Narayan, Harish Motukana, Divakar Padmunja, Kiran Sirsikar, Abhishek H S, Jayashree, Bhuvaneshwar, Sandeep Wagle, Harish K Adoor, Girish Adpangaya, Sandeep Salyan, and Arif Kalkatta. In the election to the Karnataka State Work

Fayaz Dilbar, a respected journalist, playwright, and poet, passed away in Srinagar on November 9 following a major heart attack. He was 68. Dilbar had been battling chest-related health issues and reportedly suffered the fatal cardiac arrest around 8 p.m. His funeral is scheduled for Monday at 10 a.m. in his native village, Darbagh, Harwan. He is survived by his wife and son. Born and raised in Maharaj Gunj, Srinagar, Dilbar began his journalistic career with the Srinagar Times. In the early 1980s, he co-founded the Kashmir News Bureau (KNB) alongside fellow journalist and writer Imdad Saqi. Operating from the Dar Building at Madina Chowk, KNB emerged as one of the region’s most active and influential news agencies of its time, according to Kashmir Life. Beyond journalism, Dilbar was widely admired for his contributions to Kashmiri literature, particularly in the realms of drama and poetry.