Tech and gaming journalist Erielle Sudario - Podcast Editor at Checkpoint Gaming - says her new WordPress blog, Eri Reviews Things, aims to amplify the voices of people of colour in the tech and gaming fields. Sudario told Influencing, “the aim is to showcase more people of colour in the review and op-ed space. I don't usually see people of colour talking about tech, gaming or music/TV unless you know where to look. For me, it's being able to diversify that pool of writers in my way. “It's just me throwing my hat in the ring and being able to showcase what I love.  “I'm doing this during my spare time. It's like a side hustle for me, but I hope that in 2025, I'm able to showcase who I am as a writer.” Content posted on Eri Reviews Things appears bi-weekly to monthly, something she believes is a “perfect balance”. Though she’s a tech and gaming journalist by trade, she’s keen to expand beyond those two subject areas on Eri Reviews Things.  “Eri Reviews Things

In the bustling newsrooms of the late 1990s, a young Alex Kidman found himself surrounded by seasoned journalists who would shape his career in ways he couldn't imagine but today he sees a concerning gap when it comes to journalism mentorship.  Kidman - who runs the popular Alex Reviews Tech - points out the Australian tech journalism landscape was thriving, with magazines like Australian Personal Computer commanding impressive readership numbers and maintaining strict ethical standards. But what made this era special wasn't just the abundance of work for journalists or the clear separation between advertising and editorial content - it was the invaluable mentorship system that helped nurture the next generation of tech journalists, says Kidman. He fondly remembers learning from veterans who took the time to share their expertise and guide newcomers in the craft of ethical journalism. Today, as Kidman looks at the drastically changed landscape of Australian tech journalism, he

Crosshairs Communication will continue as the PR partner for India Today Conclave 2025, extending its 12-year association with the event. Scheduled for 7-8 March 2025 at the Taj Hotel, New Delhi, the 22nd edition of the conclave will be held under the theme "Age of Acceleration," according to an official press release accessed by Influencing India. It will feature discussions on politics, defence, entertainment, sports and technology, with speakers including Rekha Gupta, Yogi Adityanath, Aamir Khan, Toby Walsh, Rishab Rikhiram Sharma and D. Gukesh. Crosshairs Communication will manage strategic messaging, media coordination and outreach for the conclave. Stuti Jalan, Founder & MD, stated, "The India Today Conclave has always been a platform for meaningful conversations. With this year’s theme, we look forward to amplifying discussions on innovation, leadership, and the future." The conclave is expected to drive key discussions shaping business, artificial intelligence, poli

The NDTV Auto Awards 2025 took place on 28 February, recognising key achievements in the automotive industry. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, addressing the event, highlighted India's growing role as a global automobile hub and emphasised the future of electric vehicles. The jury panel featured Mugdha Mishra, Editor, NDTV Auto, Hari Singh, Founder, Drivetecindia, and Rachit Hirani, Founder, Motor Octane, overseeing the car category, while Dr Arun Thareja, ENT Surgeon and Motorcyclist and Kalyani Potekar, Professional Motorcyclist, judged the bike category. Leading manufacturers, including Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, and Mahindra Auto, participated, with senior industry figures in attendance. Mandeep Singh, Revenue Head, TV, NDTV, stated that the event served as a platform to connect brands with the right audience and drive business impact in a rapidly evolving market. Mugdha Mishra, Editor, NDTV Auto, added that this year’s awards highlighted groundbreaking innovati

The Supreme Court of India delivered a sharp rebuke to the Gujarat Police, emphasising that law enforcement must understand and value the right to free speech and expression, particularly 75 years after the Constitution came into force. The court, while hearing a case concerning an FIR against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi over a satirical poem, emphasised that police forces across the country must grasp the fundamental right to free expression. The Supreme Court took a firm stance against the Gujarat High Court’s reasoning in the case. Reading aloud the poem’s translation, the bench on Monday stated: “Those who are bloodthirsty, listen to us. Even if the fight for justice is met with injustice, we will meet that injustice with love…This is what the translation of this poem is…What else can it be but promoting non-violence?” stated the bench of justices led by Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan. Hot Off the Press The Times of India’s Amit Anand Choudhary reported that th