New digital news platform for children, run by kids, turns one
By Meena R. Prashant in Media News on Tuesday, 09th June 2026 at 2:25pmFor Dhruvi Trivedi, 10, and Viha Bhanushali, 13, being part of Pebbly has meant more than simply appearing in front of a camera. The experience has improved their public speaking skills, sparked an interest in current affairs, and encouraged them to engage more deeply with the world around them.
The two are among five young anchors who present news and current affairs on Pebbly, a child-focused digital platform designed to make news easier for children to understand.

“From explaining floods and examination controversies to discussing social issues, the young presenters break down complex developments in a language their peers can relate to,” says 26-year-old founder Riya Sumariya Katarmal, who is based in Mumbai.
Katarmal says Pebbly was born from a simple observation: while ch...
To continue reading this article...
More Influencing|Tech
TODAY’S TEN: 20 TMC MPs eye NDA, US judge scraps H-1B fee, sailors rescued off Oman
By Staff Writer in Media News on Tuesday, 09th June 2026 at 3:41pm
Pint of Science Co-CEO Credits Volunteers For Festival Growth
By Will McLennan in Media News on Tuesday, 09th June 2026 at 11:48amRadio exec "gone" after dancefloor grope
By Staff Writers in Media News on Tuesday, 09th June 2026 at 7:38am
Upfront: One Nation shakes Canberra, Labor’s $27 war chest, Israel-Iran brinkmanship flares.
By Staff Writers in Media News on Tuesday, 09th June 2026 at 5:59am
Tess Bennett departs AFR
By Staff Writer in Media News on Tuesday, 09th June 2026 at 7:30am
Media news latest
Marcoms news latest