The theft of crime journalist Romel Chakma’s Yamaha bike has triggered criticism of police in Tripura over alleged inaction and raised wider concerns about the safety of journalists. Chakma reported that his bike, parked at his residence, was stolen on the night of May 7. He discovered the theft early the next morning and immediately filed a complaint at the nearest police station. According to Chakma, police acted promptly, verified CCTV footage, and identified a suspect. However, the main accused remains untraced. The incident has sparked debate among journalists and local residents about the adequacy of police response and the broader issue of journalist safety in the state.

A petition has been filed in Telangana seeking faster renewal of journalists’ accreditation cards, citing delays and disputes over amendments under G.O. 252. The Telangana High Court previously extended the validity of existing cards until June 16, 2026, while hearing related cases, IND Today reported. Journalist associations have raised concerns about transparency and representation in the accreditation process, arguing that the delays hinder professional recognition and welfare. The petition underscores continuing friction between media bodies and the state government over accreditation rules and their implementation.

In villages where girls are often still discouraged from dreaming beyond marriage or traditional roles, independent journalist Neetu Singh is helping young rural women imagine a different future, one where they tell stories instead of remaining unheard within them. Through the Meera Fellowship, Singh trains women from non-journalism backgrounds to report on issues within their own communities, encouraging them to see journalism not just as a profession, but as a way to raise voices often ignored by mainstream media. The fellowship is deeply personal. Born in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur Dehat district, Singh grew up in a conservative environment where girls’ education was not always encouraged. The region was frequently associated with stories around Phoolan Devi, and many families believed that giving girls too much freedom or education could lead them “in the wrong direction.” “I was born in a family where my mother had studied only till Class 5, while my father was a teach

The Guardian’s Climate and Environment reporter Petra Stock says PRs are more likely to get her attention with a strong email than a phone call. Speaking on Influencing Insider, Stock said email is the best way to pitch her, given the pace of daily news at The Guardian. “I prefer email to phone calls. I do love chatting to people, but in my job at The Guardian, I’m churning out a story almost every day. So there’s a lot of crunch, and emails are really good,” she said. Stock said during her appearance that photos and videos also help when pitching. She added that she was also interested in positive stories that bring joy.  She’s also keeping an eye out for stories that are different from her usual reporting.  “It could be something that we haven't covered a lot, or a new stat that allows us to look at an issue that doesn't get a lot of airtime. “If something comes in that allows me to shine a light on something t

ABC managing director Hugh Marks has declared that media organisations, including the public broadcaster itself, must abandon volume-driven content models and refocus on distinctive programming. He warned that journalists and producers across the industry are buckling under pressure to fill an ever-expanding number of platforms. In an interview with Alan Kohler on the ABC's That's Business podcast, Marks (pictured above) argued the entire sector, commercial and public, confronts the same structural problem: rationalising output to match where audiences and revenue are actually shifting. He said the ABC had gone from operating two platforms to five — television, radio, digital, podcasting and social — without a matching lift in staffing. "We've got the same staff level to do it. So that has to change," Marks said. The prescription, he argued, applies to every player. "Less volume, more distinctiveness, is our future. It's the same sor

From The Australian's Monday front page Budget backlash bites Labor as polling slumps Several front pages lead with evidence the federal budget has backfired politically, with Labor’s primary vote reported at 29% after breaking tax-election promises and support bleeding to minor parties. The story matters because it sharpens leadership pressure on Anthony Albanese and reshapes the pre-election contest, with Angus Taylor edging ahead as preferred PM in the polling cited. Covered by: Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, The Australian, The Australian. “Death tax” fight reignites over trust changes The government is facing renewed heat after the Prime Minister acknowledged testamentary (inheritance) trusts would face higher taxes under planned changes, after earlier assurances they were exempt. Beyond the political optics, it raises real stakes for estate planning and intergenerational wealth—an issue that can quickly become a defining election battleground.