It’s difficult to believe that Karl Stefanovic didn’t know his increasingly controversial line-up of podcast guests wasn’t going to make his Today Show gig untenable. Knowing that his contract with Nine to host the Today Show wasn’t going to be renewed, it was only a matter of ‘when’ Stefanovic and Nine would part ways. So it makes sense that if your desire is to transition into a new venture, ‘when’ needed to involve as much publicity and attention as possible. And judging by the blanket media coverage that came with his departure from the Today Show last week, that’s exactly what Stefanovic achieved. “So I’m free, truly independent,” Stefanovic told the world when he published his response to his Today Show dismissal on YouTube. “Here’s what I believe in. The public deserves to hear perspectives. This country was built by hardworking Aussies from all around the world, and they were bound by the

Budget tax shock hits housing market confidence Sydney’s auction market is being painted as the first major casualty of Jim Chalmers’ budget tax changes, with clearance rates and turnout reportedly sliding back to GFC/Covid-era lows. Beyond property, the story is a political warning light: if sentiment sours and activity stalls, the government risks wearing blame for household wealth anxiety and broader economic softness. Covered by: Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun. Labor’s political bounce back — but trust and Hanson remain live issues Polling suggests Labor has regained the lead after budget backflips, while One Nation’s support and Pauline Hanson’s personal ratings have slipped—reshaping the electoral map and the pressure points for both major parties. At the same time, Coalition and business critics are sharpening attacks on Labor’s proposed trust tax reforms and industrial relations agenda, framing them as cost-of-living risks and a test of the government’s credib

Bodhi Tree Multimedia has secured a mandate from the Government of Assam to develop, launch and manage the state's official digital content platform, expanding its presence into digital infrastructure and platform management.  According to sources, the platform will feature Assamese films, music, heritage programmes, live events and creator-led content across mobile, web and connected TV platforms. Bodhi Tree will handle content strategy, monetisation, subscription management and long-term operations.  The project is already in an advanced stage and is being developed with Mogi OTT on Google Cloud infrastructure.  Mautik Tolia, Managing Director and CEO of Bodhi Tree Multimedia, said the mandate reflects the growing role of media companies in building digital ecosystems that combine storytelling, technology and distribution.  The initiative aims to make Assamese cultural content more accessible to audiences in India 

Independent news platform Su-Niti News has crossed 1 million views across Instagram and Facebook, marking a major milestone in its six-year journey.  Speaking about the achievement, Founder and Editor Arth Chakraborty said, "This milestone means the world to me and all the people associated with it. Thanks to everyone who has supported us in our journey, including the critics. Starting from a few hundred readers and viewers to crossing 1 million has been a rollercoaster ride."  He added that numbers have never been the primary focus. "Views have always been a secondary factor for me. It's always trust-building, awareness and ethics. We aim for quality over quantity and credibility over sensationalism."  On the type of content that resonates with audiences, Chakraborty said breaking news, ground reports and trending stories perform best, particularly those related to crime, politics, international confli

India’s private FM radio sector expanded from 385 channels in 113 cities to 390 channels in 120 cities during January-March 2026, driven by seven new stations launched by DB Corp, according to TRAI. However, ad revenue declined from Rs 419.29 crore to Rs 414.03 crore during the quarter, indicating growing monetisation challenges despite wider reach. The data comes amid major industry restructuring, including HT Media’s closure of five FM stations in June due to financial unviability. Entertainment Network remained the largest private FM operator with 73 channels, while community radio stations increased from 557 to 564. The figures highlight a sector balancing expansion with revenue pressures and rising competition from digital audio platforms, Bestmediainfo reported.  

Bengali news channel Kolkata TV has suspended its broadcasting operations indefinitely, creating uncertainty over its television business, employees, distribution network, and advertiser commitments. The channel’s broadcast feed reportedly went off-air on June 25, leading to a complete blackout of its linear television operations. At the time of reporting, no official statement had been issued explaining the shutdown. Kolkata TV has been a prominent regional news channel in West Bengal, known for its critical stance towards the BJP and perceived proximity to the Trinamool Congress. Over the years, it has frequently been at the centre of political and regulatory controversies. According to BestMediaInfo, the suspension comes amid a history of regulatory and financial scrutiny. In 2021, the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued a show-cause notice linked to security clearance concerns. Earlier, in 2018, channel chairman Kaustuv Ray was arrested by the CBI in conne

When veteran journalist Kumar Kadam began travelling across Maharashtra in 2005, he was racing against time. Many of the activists, journalists and ordinary citizens who had participated in the Samyukta Maharashtra movement were growing old, and Kadam feared their memories would disappear with them if no one recorded their stories. Two decades later, that effort has received official recognition. On Wednesday, Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar informed the Assembly that the state government would acquire Kadam's archive comprising 150 rare photographs, 35 interviews and several historical documents related to the Samyukta Maharashtra movement. The collection was examined by a government-appointed committee before the decision was taken, The Print reported. Describing the movement as one of post-Independence India's most significant mass movements, Shelar said the archive would help preserve the history of the struggle that culminated in the formation of Maharash