Geyzing-based digital media outlet Hamro Khabar Sikkim celebrated its fifth Foundation Day by felicitating eminent journalists and individuals from various fields for their contributions to society. Journalists honoured on the occasion included Puran Tamang, founder of Summit Times; D.R. Dulal, sub editor of Himali Bela; and N.B. Ghimirey, writer and founder of Sikkim Jana Khabar. They were recognised for their long standing and dedicated service to journalism. The organisation also honoured social activist Sanjay Pradhan, Dr Abhimanyu Sharma for his contribution to the health sector, Zilla Panchayat member Sagar Sharma and sportsperson Srijana Subba. The programme, held at the Community Hall in Geyzing, was attended by Narayan Khatiwada, Chairperson of the Rural Development Department, as chief guest. Speaking at the event, founder Rudra Kaushik said the platform was established to fill the gap of a dedicated digital news outlet in West Sikkim and reaffirmed its commitment to tr

A senior newspaper editor was allegedly attacked by unidentified armed men in Imphal East late on February 18. The assailants reportedly opened fire at his vehicle before physically assaulting him. According to India Today NE, Khoirom Loyalakpa, editor of the vernacular daily Naharol Thoudang, was targeted near Hatta cemetery at around 10 pm. The attackers are said to have fired two rounds at his four wheeler and then confronted and beat him at the spot. He was later admitted to the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences for treatment. His medical condition has not been officially disclosed. A case has been registered at Porompat Police Station.

Picture credit: PIB Assam  A media delegation from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland held an interactive session at the headquarters of the Northeast Frontier Railway in Guwahati on Wednesday, Feb 18, as part of their ongoing five-day press tour of Assam. Senior railway officials briefed the journalists on enhanced rail connectivity, infrastructure expansion and rail based development initiatives across the Northeast region. The interaction focused on new projects aimed at improving passenger movement, freight operations and regional integration. As part of the tour, the delegation also visited the National Data Centre for the North Eastern Region. Officials provided insights into data management systems, digital infrastructure and technology driven initiatives designed to strengthen governance and service delivery in the Northeast. The journalists further explored the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity. The visit offered the delegation a

Image edited by Dinesh Raj M   Amid all the cacophony and confusion at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, currently underway in New Delhi, media leaders from across the country attempted to set the media agenda for the future of AI in India and rest of the world. The event brought together senior leaders from India’s leading news houses to discuss how artificial intelligence is impacting journalism and how India needs to responsibly shape this future. International regulatory developments featured prominently in the discussion. The European Union’s AI Act, neighbouring rights frameworks in France and Germany, and Australia’s News Media Bargaining Code were cited as examples of efforts to ensure fair compensation and transparency in the use of journalistic content by technology platforms. The session concluded with a shared understanding that artificial intelligence presents both immense opportunity and profound responsibility. Laying down a nine-point charte

CRN’s flagship awards program - CRN Channel Awards - is coming down-under, CRN Australia announced last Thursday at the publication’s After Hours event held at The International in Sydney.  CRN Australia’s very first outing for The Channel Awards in Australia is to be held on September 17, and entries are already open. “This is their night where we can showcase how amazing they've been and what they've done and what they've achieved throughout the year prior,” CRN Australia Editor Athina Mallis told Influencing.  Since CRN Australia’s relaunch last April, Mallis said it was always part of the plan to bring the awards to Australia.  “They're a stalwart within this community. We've had it in the UK and in Germany. [And] they launched in Asia last year in September.” Mallis said the awards are open to anybody in the Australian IT Channel.  “We want to celebrate everyone within the channel. This is their night of nights. We want to celebrate with you.  “We

The Enforcement Directorate has imposed a Rs 184 crore penalty under the Foreign Exchange Management Act on news portal NewsClick and its editor-in-chief Prabir Purkayastha, official sources said on Monday. Of the total amount, Rs 120 crore has been levied on the portal’s owning company, PPK NewsClick Studio Private Limited, while Purkayastha has been fined Rs 64 crore for alleged violations, The New Indian Express reported . The agency found the entities guilty of misrepresenting foreign direct investment funds and misdeclaring services and exports. The ED had earlier conducted raids at NewsClick’s premises in south Delhi in September 2021 as part of a money-laundering probe.

DD News Arunachal Pradesh has launched a citizen journalism initiative titled Mera Gaon, Meri Kahani (My Village, My Story) to bring authentic grassroots stories from villages across Arunachal Pradesh. The programme aims to encourage residents of remote areas to share real-life narratives highlighting education, health, culture, environment, local entrepreneurship and social initiatives. Citizens are invited to submit original short write-ups, photographs and videos showcasing positive developments and community-led change at the village level. Citizens willing to share content need to include the contributor’s name, village or town, district and contact details to ensure credibility. Text submissions should be between 150 and 300 words, while videos can range from 30 seconds to 10 minutes, The Print reported.