Former journalist Addanki Krishna alias Madhu, 45, died by suicide at his apartment in Rajam in the early hours of Saturday. He had reportedly been under mental stress due to chronic illness, financial difficulties and family problems.  Krishna, a resident of Mentipeta under Rajam Municipality, had worked as a reporter for a leading daily newspaper in Rajam for more than a decade and had established contacts in the local community.  His health deteriorated in recent years after he underwent several surgeries, including heart surgery, following which he also suffered paralysis and faced prolonged physical difficulties. His wife, Narmada, had been caring for him during his illness.  Krishna was also reportedly facing financial pressure over medical expenses and his daughter’s higher education. Property-related disputes between family members were also pending in court.  Before his death, Krishna sent an emotional mes

Veteran journalist Babu Ansari has been appointed Rajasthan Media In-charge of the Bright Beginnings New Dawn Welfare Foundation in recognition of his contributions to journalism and social service.  The foundation also honoured Ansari with a certificate of appreciation at a formal ceremony. Jyoti Mahajan, founder and director of the foundation, praised his media experience and said his involvement would help connect the organisation’s welfare initiatives with the public.  The foundation said Ansari would support its communication efforts and help promote initiatives related to education, empowerment and social welfare across Rajasthan.  Several office-bearers and members attended the event, including retired Subedar Major Vidyadhar Taterwal, who congratulated Ansari on his new role.

    The Department of Communication at the University of Hyderabad (UoH) hosted a public lecture titled “Content and Discontent: Some Questions for Journalism in the Age of Cockroach Uprising” on Friday, featuring Naresh Fernandes, Editor of Scroll.in, as the speaker.  The lecture discussed how artificial intelligence, social media algorithms and changing economic models are affecting journalism. Fernandes spoke about the shift from search-driven website traffic to social media platforms such as Instagram, which have become important channels for political and public communication.  He also discussed how social media’s focus on visual content and quick engagement can leave less space for historical context and detailed reporting. The lecture examined the rise of sensational content and “ragebait”, designed to attract attention and engagement.  Fernandes, however, said there continues to be str

Journalists and supporters staged a protest outside the District Commissioner’s office in Golaghat on August 28, demanding action over the alleged assault and confinement of journalist Devashish Saha by Forest Department officials. Saha, Assistant Secretary of the Golaghat District Journalists’ Association and a journalist with a private electronic news channel, was allegedly assaulted while reporting on the seizure and rechecking of two vehicles carrying sand and gravel on August 20. Speaking to Influencing India, Saha said, “I am overwhelmed by the support I have received from my colleagues and friends from the journalist fraternity. Their solidarity has given me strength at a difficult time. It means a lot to know that fellow journalists have stood by me and raised their voice over what happened.” According to Saha, he had gone to the Forest Department premises to seek an official response after two vehicles carrying sand and gravel were handed over to the department fo

B&T has announced the winners of its 2026 Women in Media Awards, recognising women across journalism, media, advertising, marketing and communications.  Vanessa Liell of Orizontas was named Woman of the Year, while Belinda Rowe received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Among the media winners, Nicole Madigan was named Journalist/Producer for her reporting on domestic and family violence, while freelance journalist Nina Funnell received the Social Change Maker award for her #KeepCounsellingConfidential campaign.  Fox Sports general manager Erin Ferreira won the Glass Ceiling Award, while Amelia Johns of UTS was recognised in Education/Research. 2026 B&T Women in Media Awards – winners Job Role Categories Agency Sales / Account Management — Stephanie Theonas, WPP Beauty Tech Labs Business Support — Sarah George, Foxtel Media Client Services — Kate Smailes, Havas Red Creative — Charlotte Berry, Howatson+Company Creative Produce

A 10-member media delegation from Ahmedabad arrived in Jammu on August 30 for a four-day press tour organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) to familiarise journalists with the region’s cultural heritage, development initiatives and infrastructure projects. The delegation visited Amar Mahal Palace and Raghunath Temple on the first day. It is scheduled to visit IIT Jammu, the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway, Chenab Rail Bridge, Salal Hydroelectric Project in Reasi and Biotech Park in Kathua. The delegation is being led by PIB Ahmedabad Media and Communication Officer Jitendra Yadav. Meanwhile, a 12-member media delegation from Jharkhand began a five-day PIB press tour of Kerala on August 31. The journalists will visit the Kochi Water Metro, Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, Rubber Board headquarters, Vembanad Lake, Vizhinjam Port and Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre. They will also visit CSIR-NIIST and SCTIMST to learn about research and technological developments.    

   Nimananda Das, a noted Assamese cine-journalist, cultural activist and debutant filmmaker, died in a road accident in Majuli early Sunday. He was 55. Das was in Majuli to shoot Rumyang, his directorial debut, a biographical film based on the life of Jadav Payeng, popularly known as the ‘Forest Man of India’. He was returning to his camp at Poduimoni Gaon after dropping crew members and camera equipment at Gogamukh railway station when his vehicle reportedly plunged into a ditch near Bhakat Chapori around 2 a.m. He was driving alone, Northeastnow reported. The accident came just as Das was nearing the completion of his first feature film. Actor Rajib Kro said filming had wrapped up the previous day and the team was scheduled to return to Guwahati on Monday. Remembering Das, senior cine-journalist and National Film Award-winning filmmaker Sibanu Borah said he had known him since his days in print journalism. “Nimananda was actually a good journalist and writer. When I was