The latest edition of The Nightly magazine edition is out now, with The Nightly On: Adventure capturing the spirit of exploration, travel and adventure, its cover featuring an iconic picture of Sophia Loren at the height of her fame on a magical island. Today’s issue of the quarterly series features a diverse mix of voices - with Jake Adelstein offering a rare insider’s view of Tokyo’s underworld and David Walsh reflecting on how risk and uncertainty shaped Tasmania’s most unconventional attraction, MONA.  The Nightly’s Editorial Director of Travel, Richard Clune, said: “The Nightly On: Adventure explores how travel, creativity and risk continue to shape our understanding of the world and how we take on new experiences.  “We delve into the over-regulation of Australia’s tourism sector and spotlight how Indigenous storytelling is transforming the nation’s travel experiences.  “We also take a closer look at the modern traveller: from tips on how not to dres

  With the aim of educating journalists and equipping them with life-saving skills, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata, conducted a CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training session for members of the Mizoram Journalists’ Association (MJA) in Aizawl. The session was organised under the hospital’s outreach initiative, “Anveshana – Medical Education for Media”, IndiaTodayNE reported. During the event, held at Hotel Regency, participating journalists were given a step-by-step demonstration of CPR procedures by doctors, who explained how timely intervention within 18 minutes can significantly improve the chances of survival during cardiac arrest. Journalists were awarded CPR Training Certificates and Health Cards from Manipal Hospital EM Bypass. The health cards will enable them to access various healthcare services at Manipal facilities across the country.  

November 11, 2025, marked the 30th death anniversary of N.K. Sanajaoba, one of Manipur’s most fearless journalists, writers, and thinkers. Known widely by his pen name Thengra, Sanajaoba’s investigative writings in Lamyanba Journal gave a new direction to Manipuri journalism and inspired generations to speak truth to power. Born on December 30, 1936, in Singjamei Wagam Kshetri Leikai, Imphal, Sanajaoba was a man of many talents — a journalist, teacher, broadcaster, scout leader, trade unionist, and cultural activist. He began his education at Khongman LP School and graduated from DM College, where he served as the magazine secretary and displayed an early passion for writing and public life. Sanajaoba founded the monthly journal Lamyanba and became its first editor under the Pan Manipuri Youth League (PMYL). The publication became a platform for fearless commentary and social reform, though it often drew government crackdowns. According to Imphal Times, every editor of Lamyan

        TV Today Network reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 1.98 crore for the September quarter, mainly due to exceptional costs, Best Media Info reported. The company had posted a net profit of Rs 8.27 crore during the same period last year. Before accounting for these one-time expenses, the company’s profit stood at Rs 5.26 crore. In February 2025, TV Today Network had signed an agreement with Creative Channel to sell its three FM radio stations in Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata for Rs 20 crore and received an advance of Rs 10 crore. However, when the deal was cancelled, the network retained the advance but recorded a loss of Rs 17.61 crore on its radio assets, resulting in Rs 7.61 crore being shown as exceptional items for the quarter. Revenue from operations fell 9.3% to Rs 187.55 crore, compared to Rs 206.77 crore a year earlier. Revenue from television and other media operations stood at Rs 185.68 crore, while radio income plunged 52.3% to Rs 1.87 crore. Total expe

The Association of Indian Magazines (AIM), the apex body representing over 40 publishers and more than 300 magazine brands in India, hosted the 14th edition of its flagship event — the Indian Magazine Congress (IMC) — at The Imperial Hotel, New Delhi, on August 8, 2025. This year’s Congress theme, The Deep Connect, highlighted how, in a world flooded with fast, fleeting content, magazine brands stand apart by curating credible, emotionally resonant and intellectually rich narratives for clearly defined reader communities. Whether in print, on digital platforms, or through live experiences, magazines are uniquely positioned to anchor deeply engaged reader ecosystems. IMC 23 explored how magazines must evolve — not by mimicking the superficial churn of the digital world but by mastering it. Through innovative product thinking, dynamic storytelling formats, and platform-agnostic community strategies, magazine publishers can redefine their relevance and influence in the new med

Image source: India Today and ABC News; Edited by Dinesh Raj M   Confirming that Monday’s blast near Red Fort was a terror attack, Delhi Police has filed an FIR under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The initial intel assessment is that the blast was set off by a Jaish-e-Muhammed module wanting to avenge the damage inflicted on the Bahawalpur HQ of the outfit during Operation Sindoor. Hot Off the Press The initial investigation indicates that the handlers were based in Turkiye and Nangarhar in Afghanistan. They were in touch with Umar and other members of the module, reported Rajshekhar Jha for The Times of India. Sleuths suspect that Umar panicked after the arrest of his associate and the main accused in the Faridabad module, Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie, and hit the road with the car with explosives to escape arrest. He was on the move continuously, suspecting that the cops were on his trail. Some investigators believe that Umar may have tried to dispose of or hide the e

At the Girls’ Higher Secondary School in Ashok Nagar, English lessons have moved beyond grammar drills and rote learning. Students are now learning the language through activities that combine creativity, communication, and career awareness. Supported by the school’s boarding team, the program encourages interactive sessions, role plays, and presentations that help students gain confidence and fluency. The classroom, once traditional, now feels like a creative studio where students expand their horizons and sharpen their cognitive skills. As part of its field reporting, Influencing India visited the school to understand how these students are turning language lessons into real-world experiences. Headmistress K. Vasuki said, “The media room setup is in its final stages, with work already underway. Once completed, it will enable students to learn and practise more effectively in the days to come.” BT (Basic Trained) Assistant R. Hemalatha explained that her classroom follow