Nettlefold lands VIC/TAS regional editor post
By Jonas Lopez in Media News on Thursday, 30th July 2020 at 4:00pm
Jocelyn Nettlefold has been appointed as the ABC’s new regional editor for Victoria and Tasmania.
She will succeed Mark deBono, who has been in the post since October 2015.
Nettlefold has been with the ABC for most of the past 22 years, with her work including reporting for the 7.30 show, content manager for ABC Radio Hobart, and media education partnerships manager.
“Vibrant local media outlets and journalism are a vital connection for regional communities,” Tweeted Nettlefold.
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NDTV leads YouTube viewership in English News: Data Beings Rankings
By Staff writer in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:50pm
The Data Beings English News YouTube Weekly Viewership Rankings for Week 15 (April 4–10) recorded a total of 181.2 million views across major English news broadcasters, reflecting a tightly contested digital race.
NDTV topped the chart with 24.5 million views, securing a 14 per cent share of total viewership. CNN‑News18 followed with 22.4 million views (12 per cent), while Firstpost trailed close behind at 21.1 million (12 per cent).
Times Now ranked fourth with 20.5 million views (11 per cent), just ahead of ANI News at 20.1 million (11 per cent). WION took sixth place with 18.8 million (10 per cent), followed by India Today at 18.0 million (10 per cent).
In the lower half, Republic World logged 14.3 million views (8 per cent), Mirror Now registered 11.1 million (6 per cent), while Crux and NewsX closed the list with 7.1 million (4 per cent) and 3.3 million (2 per cent) respectively.
The rankings highlight a closely packed digital news landscape, with minimal
Happiest Places to Work launches India’s first happiness-focused awards
By Staff writer in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:47pm
India will host its first workplace happiness-focused awards with the launch of the Happiest Places to Work Awards, aimed at recognising organisations that prioritise employee experience and positive workplace culture. The inaugural ceremony will be held in Mumbai towards the end of July, bringing together senior corporate leaders from across industries.
The awards will be chaired by Harsh Goenka, Chairman of RPG Group, and judged by a jury comprising leaders, including Achal Khanna, Harit Nagpal, Pavitra Singh, Dr. Atul Hegde, Dr. Prajjal Saha, Nitu Bhushan, Pushp Kumar Nayar, and Sunita Cherian.
Speaking on the initiative, Goenka said workplace happiness is becoming central to organisational growth, while founder Raj Nayak noted that the awards aim to recognise companies that consistently prioritise everyday employee experience.
Press Club of India condemns attack on Assam newspaper office
By Staff writer in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:37pm
The Press Club of India (PCI) has strongly condemned the alleged attack on the Lakhimpur office of Assamese daily Asomiya Pratidin, calling it a serious assault on press freedom.
In a statement issued on April 13, 2026, the PCI said the office was vandalised and pelted with stones by unidentified persons on the night of April 10. The incident reportedly took place shortly after public remarks made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding media organisations.
The PCI expressed concern over shrinking space for journalists, particularly in the run‑up to elections, and said repeated attacks on media houses during politically sensitive periods undermine democratic values.
It urged the state government to conduct a fair and swift investigation, identify those responsible, and take strict action. The press body also stressed the need to ensure the safety and security of journalists and media organisations.
Reiterating that press freedom is a cornerstone of democra
Social media video claims assault on a journalist amid Noida protests
By Staff writer in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:34pm
A viral post circulating on social media has claimed that a female reporter and her cameraman were allegedly attacked while covering labour unrest in Noida.
The incident is linked to ongoing workers’ protests in Noida and Greater Noida, where large gatherings have erupted over demands for higher wages, better working conditions, overtime pay, and workplace safety.
The agitation has led to traffic disruptions and sporadic incidents of violence in parts of the city over the past few days, raising concerns about the safety of journalists reporting from the ground
40th State Journalists’ Conference in Bidar concludes successfully: KUWJ
By Staff Writer in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:19pm
The Karnataka Working Journalists’ Association (KUWJ) said the 40th State Journalists’ Conference, held over two days in Bidar, concluded successfully. State president Shivanand Tagadur thanked all those involved in organising the event.
Tagadur described the conference as distinct, noting sessions on the contributions of Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar as journalists, discussions on Kalyana Karnataka’s development and media, and deliberations on artificial intelligence and digitalisation. He said these added depth and offered new perspectives for the media fraternity.
Other discussions included the Right to Information Commission and journalists, border issues, and the mediaâindustry interface. Journalists from across the state, from Chamarajanagar to Kalaburagi and Vijayapura, participated in large numbers, making the event memorable, he added.
Tagadur also thanked Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for inaugurating the conference, calling it a reflection of his support for
Approach Entertainment launches academy to bridge industry skill gap
By Staff Writer in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 8:18pm
Approach Entertainment, part of Approach Communication, has announced the launch of the Approach Entertainment & Communications Academy, aimed at bridging the industry skill gap with practical, job-oriented training in entertainment, media and communications.
Courses will be offered in both short and long duration formats, with options for online and offline learning, catering to fresh students and working professionals seeking upskilling. The academy will also conduct regular workshops for professionals and enthusiasts to provide focused skill enhancement and industry insights, said Sonu Tyagi, Founder and Director of Approach Entertainment Group.
The curriculum covers a wide spectrum of specialised areas, with Celebrity Management as the flagship course. Other programmes include Artist and Influencer Management, Film Production, Scriptwriting, Public Relations, Event Management, Digital Marketing, Branded Entertainment, Content Creation, Entertainment Journalism, AI Applica
FOURTH RIGHT: Pakistani channel pulled up for publishing tribute to Asha Bhosle
By Pradeep Damodaran in Media News on Thursday, 16th April 2026 at 3:22pm
Pakistan's media watchdog Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has issued a show-cause notice to a leading news channel for running "Indian content" while broadcasting the news about the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle.
Slamming Geo News for using Indian songs and visuals from Indian films while reporting on Asha Bhosle’s death, PEMRA reportedly called this a “wilful defiance [of] the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of Pakistan… wherein airing of Indian content was prohibited.”
The Pakistan Supreme Court had reintroduced a ban on Indian films and television shows being broadcast on the country’s local channels in 2018. Although PEMRA imposed a ban on the airing of Indian content on local television and FM radio channels in 2016, the Lahore High Court lifted it in 2017. Subsequently, the Supreme Court reimposed the ban the following year.
Ironically, the legendary singer who passed away at the age of 9
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