Psephologist Pradeep Bhandari has announced his resignation from Zee News on Wednesday (May 8). He  had joined Zee News as Consulting Editor only in March 2024.     Announcing the same on X, Pradeep stated: “I have resigned from Zee News. I will not be hosting your favourite shows Taal Thok Ke at 5 PM, Aapka Sawal at 8 PM, & 24 Ki Sarkar at 10 pm, or present Exit Poll on Zee this election season.”    Prior to announcing his resignation, Pradeep had re-tweeted PM Modi’s tweet about Congress party allegedly opposing President Droupadi Murmu getting elected as President.     Speculation was rife on whether the psephologist re-tweeting the controversial tweet could have led to his departure from Zee News. However, when Influencing India contacted, he refused to comment on the same.   “I’d like to thank Zee for giving me this opportunity,” Pradeep said.   Bhandari had earlier worked for a number of media organizations including India News, Republic TV, and R

Thomson Reuters is looking for a Business Reporter to join their team in Bengaluru. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in business reporting, proficiency in reading financial statements and ability to handle deadline pressure. As a Business Reporter, the candidate will play a crucial role in delivering accurate and timely news coverage on key business developments across the country. Applicants who are passionate about financial journalism and possess the necessary qualifications can send their CV to dhanya.skariachan@thomsonreuters.com.

Collective Newsroom, an exclusive media partner and content provider for BBC News' Indian-language websites, is in search of a Senior Presenter for BBC News Tamil.  The chosen candidate will be tasked with producing and presenting live day-to-day content across various media platforms, adapting to unfolding situations on-air, and overseeing the overall digital output of the BBC News Tamil website.  The ideal applicant should demonstrate proficiency in presenting live news, possess specialist knowledge in the subject area, exhibit proficiency in the use of broadcast and digital technology, be adaptable to changing priorities and circumstances, and be capable of generating program ideas for the BBC News Tamil website.  Interested individuals can submit their resumes through the firm's LinkedIn page before May 20, 2024, for consideration. 

Business Standard is hiring a coordinator to bridge the gap between their editorial team and various non-editorial functions in the digital department.  The candidate hired for the role would be responsible for liaising between teams, coordinating projects aligned with digital strategies, implementing SEO optimization, and supporting editorial teams in adopting new technologies.   The publication is also hiring a News Editor to oversee editorial operations for their digital platforms in New Delhi. The candidate would tasked with leading content production, developing audience engagement strategies, and monitoring industry trends.    Candidates for both roles should send CVs to Hrd@bsmail.in. 

EconomicTimes.com is looking for talented Assistant Editor to handle digital content in their Noida newsroom. Ideal candidates should possess 5-7 years of relevant experienced with a strong knowledge on markets functioning, including SEBI releases, tracking corporate news, and the ability to report on any market-breaking developments.  A keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Interested candidates can apply directly via company's LinkedIn page.  

Jaz Keane has resigned from KIIS to rejoin his former colleagues Jase Hawkins & Lauren Phillips as Senior Producer at Nova 100. In an Instagram post, Keane shared his enthusiasm about the unison, stating, "I absolutely love these guys and this show so to be able to get together and create awesome radio again is a real joy." Reflecting on his time at ARN, Keane expressed gratitude for the experience and friendships made. He mentioned working on significant shows like The Kyle & Jackie O Show and The Christian O’Connell Show but emphasised the importance of being where he feels he belongs. "I’ve said goodbye to ARN but have loved my time there and have met a wickedly talented bunch of people and made some great friends. I also got the chance to work on some significant shows earlier this year including The Kyle & Jackie O Show, and The Christian O’Connell Show. Ultimately though you can’t deny when you know where you’re meant to be,” he wrote on LinkedIn. Sinc

With India Today’s AI news anchor Sana, the country’s first AI anchor created in October 2023, winning accolades at the coveted Global Media Awards 2024, speculation has begun over whether news anchoring could be added to the long list of jobs that could be replaced by AI bots.  Introducing Sana to the world, Kalli Purie, MD, India Today Group, stated: “For the first time in our group's 48-year history, we've taken a leap by creating an anchor from scratch rather than hiring one.'  Sana was followed by a range of AI anchors who filled news slots for various regional channels over the past few months. According to reports, these AI anchors are expected to 'personalise, contextualise, and enliven news, offering a unique news experience to viewers.' Can they? News anchoring as a profession has undergone significant evolution since its inception in the 1950s, with Doordarshan paving the way for dignified, diligent news anchors who became celebrities overnight delivering news