Image source: The Indian Express, The Statesman, The Hindu, Bharat Express and India Times; Edited by Dinesh Raj M   While the PR machinery of the Indian Armed Forces almost scored a 10/10 in handling the communications stream during Operation Sindoor with Col Sophia Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh deftly providing the Indian media and public information on timely, need-to basis, the statements made by various top officials of the Indian Armed Forces over the past weeks, often hogging newspaper headlines, seems to be an exercise at giving away that advantage. Hot off the Press On Wednesday, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan said that “on 10 May at about 1am, Pakistan aimed to bring India to its knees in 48 hours” but “their operation, which they thought would continue for 48 hours, folded up in about eight hours”. “Then they picked up the phone and said they wanted to talk,” Gen Chauhan said. According to a report by Ardhra Nair for The Times

TV9 Network has announced the second edition of the News9 Global Summit, which will take place from October 8 to 10, 2025, in Stuttgart, Germany.   The announcement was made at a press conference in Noida, addressed by Barun Das, managing director and chief executive officer at TV9 Network, joined by Florian Hassler, State Secretary of Baden-Württemberg, and Rouven Kasper, Chief Marketing & Sales Officer of VfB Stuttgart 1893 AG. The Network is organising the event as part of its international outreach, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Germany. The event will highlight critical bilateral matters and areas of cooperation between the two countries. “The second edition of the News9 Global Summit is a bridge between two innovation-driven democracies. As we celebrate 25 years of Indo-German partnership, this Summit will spark transformative dialogue on shared challenges and opportunities, shaping a future anchored in collaboratio

Michael Stutchbury.   Michael Stutchbury has left the Financial Review a little more than a year after standing down as editor-in-chief to join an influential centre-right think tank, reports The Australian’s Thomas Henry. Stutchbury, who led the paper for 13 years before stepping into the role of editor-at-large, announced his departure from the newsroom in a message to staff on Monday to take up an “exciting opportunity” at the Centre for Independent Studies. The former media boss previously moved from Nine (then Fairfax) to The Australian as editor for five years, before returning to become the longest serving editor or editor-in-chief in the AFR’s seven-decade history. He touted a strong association between the CIS and his former paper, suggesting the two had “mostly shared an intellectual worldview which I am keen to continue at my new digs”. “As a reporter and editor, I have followed and reported on the CIS since the 1980s. It was clear then that intellectu

Nine's Lauren Tomasi the new face of the braodaster's Washington DC news bureau. Nine is strengthening its international news gathering capabilities with the launch of a new, dedicated bureau in Washington D.C. The expansion will provide audiences with unparalleled access to the epicentre of American politics, says the broadcaster. Lauren Tomasi will be the new Washington Correspondent. During her time as a U.S. Correspondent based in Los Angeles, Tomasi has reported from the heart of major events, from the glamour of red carpets to the devastation of natural disasters, mass shootings and terror attacks. She has been a vital part of Nine’s acclaimed U.S. election coverage, reporting live from campaign rallies and pivotal courtroom moments across the country. Positioned just 300 metres from the Oval Office, the 9News Washington D.C. Bureau will take viewers from the White House to their house, says Nine, offering a front-row seat to one of the most significant periods in modern p

CEO Stephen Haddad.   Changes at Southern Cross Austereo’s digital audio platform LiSTNR announced as a new leadership time is unveiled. Chief Operating Officer Stephen Haddad has been appointed to lead the operation, with promotions for Grant Tothill, Sam Cavanagh and Mike Williams. Haddad said: “LiSTNR’s success comes from years of strategic investment in building Australia’s strongest digital audio network, powered by robust first-party data, world-class content, and a clear vision for the future. I’m excited to lead this new chapter with a strengthened leadership team. Grant, Sam and Mike each bring a wealth of expertise and drive, and will play a key role as we sharpen our focus on audience growth, content excellence, and commercial impact. With this team in place, backed by talented content and commercial teams, and ongoing innovation in adtech, we’re well positioned to extend LiSTNR’s leadership in the digital audio space and deliver even greater value to au

  The latest OzTAM figures for June 2, show Seven’s Seven News recorded a total TV national reach of 2,299,000, a total TV national audience of 1,512,000 and a BVOD audience of 104,000. Nine’s 9News recorded a total TV national reach of 2,291,000, a total TV national audience of 1,456,000 and a BVOD audience of 137,000. Nine’s Lego Masters Grand Masters Of The Galaxy recorded a total TV national reach of 2,041,000, a total TV national audience of 868,000 and a BVOD audience of 74,000. Nine’s A Current Affair recorded a total TV national reach of 1,872,000, a total TV national audience of 1,203,000 and a BVOD audience of 105,000. Nine’s Tipping Point Australia recorded a total TV national reach of 1,617,000, a total TV national audience of 878,000 and a BVOD audience of 83,000.  

In an era flooded with visuals and algorithmic feeds, the camera remains a potent instrument of truth. But as smartphones blur the line between creator and consumer, photojournalism is undergoing a quiet transformation, one that demands not just speed, but integrity, context and consent. T. Vijay, a photojournalist with Ananda Vikatan, is among those adapting to this evolving landscape. “I capture only what aligns with my purpose,” he says, describing how he avoids photographing scenes that do not add meaning or show respect to the subject. For Vijay, ethics are not a checklist but a daily practice, seeking consent where necessary, and making editorial decisions in real time. “During public events like political rallies or emergencies, consent may not be feasible, but even then, I document responsibly,” he adds. He recalls a moment that shaped his career—a ride from Masinagudi to Ooty nearly 15 years ago, when he passed a dead monkey on the road, killed by a speeding veh