Journalists from the India Today Group's Guwahati bureau were denied entry to the ongoing Assam Assembly session despite carrying valid media passes, raising fresh concerns over press freedom in the state. Reporter Hrijoy Das Kanungo alleged he was physically assaulted by a member of the Assembly press committee after objecting to the denial of access.

The India Today Group has partnered with PVR INOX to release its documentary Eyewitness to a Nation in theatres on August 7, marking the media organisation's Golden Jubilee. The film traces five decades of India's history through rare archival footage, first-hand reporting and key national events covered by India Today journalists.

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A TVK MLA in Tamil Nadu's Ranipet allegedly assaulted two journalists covering a separate altercation, then a police officer allegedly deleted the footage they'd recorded. The Chennai Press Club has demanded arrests and called a protest march for July 30. It's the third press freedom complaint against the TVK government in as many months.

Senior journalist Surendra Gangan has been elected president of the Mumbai Press Club in its elections, securing 582 votes against Rajiv Khandekar's 260.

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The shift toward junior, digitally skilled hiring has a harder edge at some legacy organisations. More than 100 employees have reportedly been asked to leave a prominent TV channel, with the layoffs concentrated in its internet and digital operations, according to a report by Newslaundry.

Senior journalists associated with the Jawaharlal Nehru Journalists Mutually Aided Co‑operative Housing Society (JNJMACHS) have announced plans to launch protests, including a sit‑in, hunger strike, and “Chalo CM” programme, demanding the handover of residential lands at Petbasheerabad and Nizampet.

A police diary has provided the clearest documentary evidence yet that pellet rounds were authorised and fired during the July 20 student protest, contradicting earlier denials and intensifying scrutiny of police conduct. The Supreme Court has now ordered footage preserved and is considering an independent probe into excesses against protesters and attacks on police. Meanwhile, the CBI chargesheet in the NEET-UG leak names three NTA-contracted paper-setters as the alleged primary leakers, backed by 360 witnesses and 422 documents.

Vinyl Media CEO Josh Simons has taken to LinkedIn to voice his opposition to a “sustained pattern of inaccurate reporting, unsupported speculation and personal attacks concerning Vinyl Group”, published by Tim Burrowes and Mumbrella in the last 18 months.

Kyle Sandilands says he is picking up thousands of new subscribers every day, declaring “we’re pretty excited with the early numbers as it means that we’re onto something”.

Cheek Media Founder Hannah Ferguson on Monday announced she'll be taking on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for the seat of Grayndler at the next Federal election.

West Bengal Chief Minister condemned the assault on journalists during a protest over alleged NEET irregularities in Kolkata, describing mediapersons as "our asset" and assuring strict action against those responsible. The Chief Minister visited the injured journalists at the state-run SSKM Hospital and directed authorities to ensure they received proper medical treatment.

The Indian media fraternity is mourning the passing of two veteran journalists, Jaswinder Sidhu and Kavungal Narayanan Master, both remembered for their lifelong dedication to the profession.

Upa Lokayukta Justice B. Veerappa urged journalists to uphold ethical values and refrain from resorting to intimidation or "cash for news" practices while gathering stories.