In Today’s Ten: A Meerut girl beats the odds to win para-athletics gold; Justice Vikram Nath says AI cannot replace judicial minds; IIT Madras tests “smog-eating” roads to tackle Delhi’s air pollution, among other key stories.

India’s TV news industry is being pushed away from “viral-first” reporting as NBDSA tightens verification norms. Following a fine on Zee News for airing misleading content, broadcasters are now required to independently verify social media material before airing it. While some see this as restrictive, it could mark a long-overdue shift towards credibility, accountability and more responsible journalism.

The demand for the release of Kashmiri journalist Irfan Mehraj has intensified, with over 30 civil society and rights organisations globally urging the Indian government to free him as he completes three years in detention on Friday.

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau organised a cyber hygiene workshop for women journalists in Hyderabad under the theme OnlineButUnafraid. Held during International Women’s Month, the session aimed to address rising cyber threats faced by media professionals.

The 11th plenary of the Indian Journalists Union (IJU) will be held in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on March 28-29, 2026. IJU President K. Srinivas Reddy, Secretary General Balwinder Singh Jammu, and Secretary D. Som Sundar confirmed that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will inaugurate the event, with several Union and state ministers attending as special guests.

In today's front pages: One Nation crushes Lib vote in SA election; aggressive parents to be banned; fuel crisis keeps getting worse and worse.

Lavitra Communications has acquired all flagship brands previously associated with Mahuaa Media, including Mahuaa TV, Mahuaa News, Mahuaa Music and Mahuaa Movies.

India’s proposed overhaul of Section 69A could allow multiple ministries to order social media takedowns within hours. While aimed at tackling AI-driven misinformation faster, the move raises concerns about decentralised censorship. For newsrooms, it signals a shift toward real-time verification, tighter editorial discipline, and a new balance between speed, regulation, and press freedom.

Today’s Ten stories track key developments, from the struggle of 600 Tamil Nadu fishermen stranded in Iran amid fear and hunger, to childhood obesity as a growing concern in India, and Mumbai hosting a global esports spectacle at MMRDA, among other developing stories.

Artha Group, a diversified early-stage investment firm, has formally mandated Madchatter Brand Solutions as its official PR and strategic communications partner. The mandate was awarded following a rigorous, multi-firm evaluation process.

Swiss Military has appointed Compass Communications as its strategic communications partner in India, as the global lifestyle brand sharpens its focus on the country’s evolving luggage and travel accessories market.

Leading this morning's front pages: The fuel crisis around Australia deepens with shortages and higher prices predicted; The Australian has released its Rich List for 2026; Queensland prepares for cyclone Narelle & Tasmania goes into raptures for hometown Princess.

Adfactors PR was named Agency of the Year at the afaqs! CommuniCon Awards 2026, held on March 18 at Fairfield by Marriott. The event brought together PR leaders, corporate communications heads, and agency professionals.

Encyclopedia Britannica and its subsidiary Merriam‑Webster have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in Manhattan federal court, accusing the company of using their reference content without permission to train ChatGPT.