Seven journalists have been selected for the Manipur State Journalist Awards 2025 across various categories, according to E-Pao report.

In an act that goes beyond duty, a reporter covering a transgender protest in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, saved a protesting transgender person from jumping off a bridge on November 12.

Veteran journalist and cartoonist Alexyz (Alex Fernandes) will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award on National Press Day, observed on November 17. The award, which recognises his outstanding and lifelong contribution to journalism, will be presented by Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant, Goa, during the state-level celebrations.

Senior journalist RN Kansal, who worked with TV9 Bharatvarsh and Zee News, passed away in a tragic road accident, triggering widespread grief across the media fraternity.

As counting for the Bihar assembly elections picked up on Friday, November 14, Aaj Tak and the News18 Network crossed the one million mark in concurrent viewers on YouTube.

LEAD: Exit polls and early counts point to a historic comeback for Nitish Kumar, with the NDA leading 152 seats by 9.30 AM. SPOTLIGHT: The Delhi blast probe deepens with doctor-linked JeM networks, a recovered Brezza, ammonium-nitrate trails and a chilling reconstruction of bomber Umar Nabi’s final hours. ENTERTAINMENT: THR India captures Sundar C’s abrupt exit from Thalaivar 173, leaving Rajini–Kamal’s mega-project hunting for a new captain. SPORTS: Praggnanandhaa crashes out, but Arjun Erigaisi and Harikrishna sail into the last 16. TECH: ET highlights industry backlash to MeitY’s AI-labelling rules; experts say burden compliant firms without stopping deepfake misuse.

The ABC has won three awards at the SA Press Club Awards with many other journalists and teams commended and highly commended.

Publieze Media, has announced a partnership with Ewebsoft. Under this collaboration, Publieze Media will serve as the official PR and communications partner for Ewebsoft, helping the agency strengthen its brand presence through strategic storytelling, media relations and reputation management. In turn, Publieze will leverage Ewebsoft’s expertise in digital marketing, lead generation and performance campaigns to support its clients’ digital outreach when needed.

The Rural Journalists Association, Uttar Pradesh, has urged the state government to ensure greater representation and address the issues faced by journalists working in rural areas. In a memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath through Varanasi Divisional Commissioner S. Rajalingam, the association demanded the inclusion of two of its representatives in both the State Journalist Accreditation Committee and the Advertisement Accreditation Committee, Amar Ujala reported.

Adgcraft, has joined hands with Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies as the PR partner for MediaVerse 2025, the flagship communication event hosted by the department of journalism and mass communication, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) as their PR Partner. The collaboration is designed to enhance students’ understanding of real-world public relations practices, offering them first-hand exposure to how strategic communication and media relations function within the industry.

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A journalist identified as Deepak Adhikari was brutally attacked by a group of goons while he was covering illegal construction work being carried out on government-owned land.

Indian Beverage Association (IBA), the apex industry body representing non-alcoholic beverage companies across India has appointed Kaizzen, to drive its public relations, public affairs, and advocacy mandate.

LEAD ANALYSIS: Delhi labels the Red Fort blast a terror strike. Reports by Rajshekhar Jha (TOI), Vijaita Singh & Alisha Dutta (The Hindu), Jignasa Sinha et al. (HT), and Divya A & Bashaarat Masood (IE) trace a doctor-led JeM module, DNA match to Dr Umar, a 3-car VBIED plan. SPOTLIGHT: Chidanand Rajghatta (TOI) says Trump backed H-1B visas, arguing the US “needs certain talents.” SPORTS: Lalith Kalidas (IE) quotes Saba Karim: split Ranji tiers; lopsided records demand a rethink. TECH: Salesforce predicts AI will handle 50% of India’s support cases by 2027. ENTERTAINMENT: Dulquer Salmaan’s Kaantha faces a legal challenge.

ABC Radio Perth Mornings presenter Nadia Mitsopoulos and producer Alicia Hanson have been named the joint West Australian Journalists of the Year at the WA Media Awards for their reporting on the collapse of Perth builder Nicheliving, along with Seven News' Geoff Parry.