The Orange Economy arrived in Budget 2026 wearing all the right buzzwords. Creativity. IP. Storytelling. Global influence. Yet the one profession built entirely on original stories was nowhere to be found. In a budget obsessed with content, journalism didn’t even get a footnote. In Union Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gave it official blessing, tying it to jobs, skilling, AVGC, gaming, animation, creators and global cultural influence. But if you work in a newsroom, that warmth fades quickly because for all the talk of creativity and content, journalism is missing from the picture. Not sidelined subtly. Just… absent. The Orange Economy, as framed by the Budget and the Economic Survey, is entertainment-first. Film. OTT. Gaming. Digital creators. IP that travels well and monetises cleanly. The numbers are loud. India’s media and entertainment industry is valued at Rs 2.5 lakh crore. YouTube alone paid out roughly Rs 21,000 crore to Indian creators recen

SDM College, Ujire, organised a felicitation programme titled ‘Bhaskara Parva – A Tribute to the Media Teacher’ to honour Dr. Bhaskara Hegde, Head of the Department of Journalism, on his retirement after 33 years of service. The event saw alumni from batches dating back to 1993 return to celebrate his contribution to journalism education.  According to sources, Dr. Hegde, who began his career as a journalist in Hubballi before joining SDM College in 1993, played a key role in developing the college’s journalism department, focusing on ethical and practical training. Over the years, he also served on the Boards of Studies and examination bodies across several academic institutions in Karnataka.  During the event, a documentary on his journey and a festschrift commemorating his contributions were released. A scholarship for journalism students was also announced to continue his legacy. The programme was attende

Concept Public Relations India Limited has been appointed as the media and strategic communications partner for the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE). Under the mandate, Concept PR will oversee NSE’s communication strategy across financial, business, mainstream and digital platforms, ensuring consistency across all NSE Group businesses. NSE plays a key role in India’s financial ecosystem, operating a technology-driven market infrastructure aimed at improving transparency and efficiency. Commenting on the partnership, Ashish Jalan, Managing Director, Concept PR, said, “The collaboration comes at a time when India’s capital markets are expanding with growing retail participation and innovation. He added that Concept PR’s experience in the BFSI sector will support NSE’s vision for the country’s evolving capital markets”.

Nick Hall, until recently editor-in-chief at digital lifestyle publication Man of Many, has just launched a new venture called MADE, and before you ask, no it won't be using AI.  Announcing the unveiling of the new digital journal Hall said: "Here it is. After months of building quietly in the shadows, I’m excited to finally share something new. MADE Journal is now live." "MADE Journal is described by Hall as "an independent editorial publication exploring travel, culture and pursuits, told through the lens of craftsmanship, place and personal obsession". He says he's launched it because, "For me, this project grew out of a simple frustration: so much modern coverage is fast, transactional and forgettable. I wanted to create something slower, more considered, and grounded in real experiences.  These are the stories that made me fall in love with the industry, that made me appreciate the human component. &q

I've never been particularly good with numbers - I'm a journalist, so words are my currency. I'm just putting that out there because today the papers and the digital outlets are smothered with the news that interest rates have gone up, and for mortgage holders that's the only news you need to know. If you want to get a clear picture of what's-what on the financial front after yesterday's rate rise then Guardian Australia's Greg Jericho is your man. In amongst all the comment across the media this morning - some of it terribly dense - his column is the best bet, and for good measure there's also a podcast too featuring the bloke. Jericho's Grogonomics is a breath of fresh air - always simply cutting through to the facts and explaining them simply and clearly - oh, and with graphs too, if that is your wont. Obviously graphs are not my thing either, but there we are.  The Guardian also carries a great piece by Im

Veteran sports journalist of Tripura and former football referee and cricket umpire Tapan Chakraborty passed away at his residence in the Srinagar area near the TV Centre on Tuesday morning. He was 73 and reportedly died around 6.30 am. His death has cast a pall of gloom over the state’s sports and media fraternity. He is survived by his wife, son and daughter-in-law. Chakraborty began his career in sports as a football referee and later served as a cricket umpire under the Tripura Football Association and the Tripura Cricket Association. With a deep interest in sports, he moved into journalism and joined the Bengali daily Desher Katha in 1985. He remained associated with the newspaper until his death, serving as a sports journalist and editor. He was the founder president of the Tripura Sports Journalists Association and was actively involved in sports and media affairs in the state. Known for his non-partisan approach, he maintained cordial relations across political and profes

One of India’s oldest newspapers, The Tribune, marked 145 years since its founding on February 2, 1881, with tributes paid to its visionary founder Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia. The occasion was observed as Founder’s Day, with ceremonies held at The Tribune premises in Chandigarh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended congratulations to the publication, acknowledging the role of editors, journalists, staff, and readers in shaping its long legacy. Tribune Trust President N.N. Vohra, trustees, editors, and senior officials led the tributes, noting that despite challenges, The Tribune has continued to stand firm and voice public concerns. Vohra described Majithia as a patriot and social reformer whose vision continues to guide the paper. Greetings also came from national and state leaders, including the Lok Sabha Speaker, Governors, and Chief Ministers of northern states. Employees across the organisation joined in paying respects, while the Tribune Employees’ Union marked 45 year