A local court has granted bail to journalists Abeda Shaikh and Sabir Shaikh, who were booked under the Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime Act (GujCTOC). The order came after the court considered arguments from both sides. According to Times of India, the two had been charged under the stringent provisions of GujCTOC in a case linked to allegations involving organised crime. The bail order allows them to be released from custody subject to court‑imposed conditions, while the investigation and trial continue. The case has drawn attention because GujCTOC is typically invoked in serious organised crime and terrorism‑related matters. The court clarified that the bail order does not decide the merits of the case, and proceedings against the journalists will continue before the trial court. This development marks an important stage in the case, with the journalists allowed to remain out on bail as the matter progresses through the judicial process.

Radio broadcaster ARN is set for a public legal stoush with former KIIS presenter Jackie 'O' Henderson, who has "absolutely no interest" in reaching a settlement. The Australian's media reporter Steve Jackson reported this morning that Henderson was being required to undergo a "court-ordered medical examination conducted by a suitably qualified medical expert selected by ARN within the next fortnight", as her legal case rumbled along. Henderson is suing ARN for wrongfully dismissing her, after she complained about the behaviour of co-host Kyle Sandilands. She had a 10-year, $100 million contract with ARN. Jackson reported that ARN is arguing that Sandiland's and Henderson's own companies; Quasar and Henderson Media were "solely responsible for controlling the manner in which they provide program services", and therefore it was responsbility of those two entities to "ensure the health and safety of Ms Henderson while performing the program services". He cited network sources who cla

NSW child’s death sparks murder charge and disturbing cannibalism probe A Central Coast mother has been charged with murdering her four-year-old son, with police also investigating claims that cannibalism may have been involved. Beyond the immediate tragedy, the case is raising hard questions about how child-safety systems intersect with policing and mental health, and why warning signs may have been missed. Covered by: Daily Telegraph, Sydney Morning Herald, The West Australian, The Australian. Australia’s inflation problem worsens, putting pressure on the RBA and government spending New analysis suggests Australia now sits among the highest core inflation rates in the developed world, with economists pointing to delayed monetary tightening and inflationary fiscal settings. The story matters because it sharpens the political contest over cost-of-living relief versus budget restraint, and raises the risk of rates staying higher for longer. Covered by: Australian Financial Review

The newly elected President of the Pune Shramik Patrakar Sangh, Umesh Shelke, has announced an ambitious one-year agenda that includes constructing a dedicated press club in Pune, expanding insurance cover for members, and making the journalists’ body financially self-sustaining. Shelke, a special correspondent with Sakal, said the state government has already allotted land for the proposed press club after his sustained efforts over the past year and a half. “Pune is a metro city and should have a press club like Mumbai and Nagpur. The government has granted land, and our aim is to complete the press club within one year,” he said. Beyond infrastructure, Shelke emphasised welfare measures: Raising insurance cover for members from 2 lakh to 5 lakh Supporting the education of journalists’ children Increasing revenue streams to make the organisation self-sustaining, reducing reliance on grants and donations Shelke was elected President for the 2026-27 term

Peek TV has crossed 10 crore monthly views within a year of its launch, according to co-founder and journalist Priyanshi Sharma.  In a LinkedIn post, Sharma said the platform focused on meaningful and underreported stories instead of chasing viral content or viewership metrics. She added that several of Peek TV's reports gained traction after publication, highlighting audience interest in public-interest journalism.  Calling the milestone one of many to come, Sharma said prioritising quality, editorial judgement, and audience needs can drive growth. She also invited brands interested in partnering with Peek TV to reach its audience, asking them to connect via collabs.peektv@gmail.com.  

Businessline Consulting Editor Subramani Ra Mancombu has received the SOMS Thought Leadership Award in Agri Journalism at the Specialty Fertilizer Summit & B2B Expo 2026 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.  The award recognises his contribution to agricultural reporting and policy discourse. Other winners included Laxmi Devi Aere of Press Trust of India, Shambhavi Anand of The Economic Times, and Suchetna Chaudhry of Agro Spectrum.  The SOMS Agri Journalism Awards honour journalists for their contributions to agricultural reporting and strengthening awareness around India's agriculture and fertiliser ecosystem.    Image credit: Businessline 

Julianna Richter to step down as global CEO of Ogilvy PR Ogilvy PR global CEO Julianna Richter will leave the agency at the end of July after leading its global PR business since 2020.  Richter announced on LinkedIn that she will depart at the end of the month.  According to an internal memo from WPP Creative CEO Jon Cook, Richter is departing to pursue an opportunity outside WPP, with a successor to be announced soon. During her tenure, Richter repositioned Ogilvy PR around an earned-first model, integrating public relations, social and influencer marketing.  She also served as chief marketing and communications officer for WPP Open X and led efforts to unify WPP's influencer capabilities. Previously, she served at Edelman in leadership positions for more than 15 years.  Richter's departure comes amid broader leadership changes at WPP and Ogilvy as the company continues its Elevate28 transformation strategy. Luis Antonio Comissi joins ASMOF NSW