The Science Journalists Association of Australia has partnered with the University of Queensland Institute for Molecular Bioscience to set up a “first of its kind” paid residency program that SJAA president Jackson Ryan believes will lead to “cross-pollination” of ideas between science journalists and scientists. “The science journalists will work on an independent project of their choosing. But also they'll be very close to the scientists there. They'll be in the same rooms as the scientists.  “It's about giving the opportunity to a science journalist, but also to scientists to be sharing ideas, upskilling and trying to work out what the gaps are for both of our professions.” Ryan believes the aim of the journalist in-residency program is to try and support the ecosystem of science journalism, admitting there are few opportunities for full-time science journalism work.  “There are very few science journalists working full time. We probably have about 20 a

Air India has unveiled a new digital newsroom, designed as a “one-stop hub” for sharing the latest updates, stories, and insights from the airline and its community. Partha Ghosh, Air India’s global head of communications, announced the launch on LinkedIn, stating, “As we take bolder steps in the airline’s transformation journey, the Newsroom will play a vital role in relaying our stories to all of you.” He added that the platform will go beyond standard press releases, offering deeper insights into the people and stories shaping Air India. Alongside the newsroom launch, Air India appointed Varun Goswami as AVP head of creative and content. Goswami, formerly a creative strategist at Facebook, brings over 20 years of experience from top firms, including Uber, Cheil India, J. Walter Thompson, Dentsu, DDB BBDO and more.

Vivek Narayanan, a Special Correspondent at The New Indian, began his journalism journey in 2012 after clearing the entrance to the Asian College of Journalism. Known for his versatility, Vivek covers everything from politics to social issues across South India, delivering both written and video stories. Among his most memorable works is a powerful piece on Kerala's health workers during the pandemic, showcasing their resilience. With an open ear for PR pitches, he values engaging stories, especially from the health and sports sectors. For Vivek, adapting journalism to the digital age is key to staying relevant. 1) How did you get started in journalism?    I got started with journalism after keenly watching the industry for a long time. Then, I wrote an All India Entrance test to Asian College of journalism in 2012 and got selected. 2) Can you describe your work and the stories your team most commonly works on?  As a South India Special Correspondent covering all the South

Channel Nine’s Sydney news director Simon Hobbs has resigned, marking another high-profile departure following an independent review of Nine’s workplace culture that highlighted issues of bullying and sexual harassment, The Australian reported.  Hobbs, who has been with Nine for 12 years, announced his exit in an all-staff meeting this week. Closely aligned with former news boss Darren Wick, who resigned in March citing exhaustion after a complaint of inappropriate behaviour, Hobbs’ departure adds to a wave of exits.  Brisbane news director Amanda Paterson was recently fired, while former chair Peter Costello resigned after an incident at Canberra Airport. Chief executive Mike Sneesby also stepped down in September, and communications director Victoria Buchan was made redundant in October.  

TV9 Network has announced that it will host News9 Global Summit, a significant event aimed at enhancing India-Germany bilateral relations, scheduled for November 21-23 in Stuttgart, Germany.  Titled “India-Germany: A Roadmap to Sustainable Growth,” the summit will be co-hosted by Bundesliga’s VfB Stuttgart and backed by the state of Baden-Württemberg.  Held at Stuttgart’s MHP Arena, the summit will include key figures from Indian and German politics, business, sports, and entertainment.  According to an official statement available on their website, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the keynote address, joined by Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Jyotiraditya Scindia, along with Baden-Württemberg's Minister-President Winfried Kretschmann. TV9 MD and CEO Barun Das described the summit as a pioneering move, saying, “This is an off-take from what we did in India… it was a humble beginning. We take it to the next level… next big level.”  The event wil

In October, India's retail inflation surged to a 14-month high of 6.2 per cent, driven predominantly by soaring food prices. The spike, reported by The Hindu's Vikas Dhoot and Times of India, marks an increase beyond the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) upper tolerance limit of 6 per cent, rekindling economic concerns ahead of the festive season. While initially expecting inflation to cool and even exploring the possibility of rate cuts, the central bank now faces limited options as consumer inflation pressures weigh heavily on policy expectations. October’s inflationary pressure was largely fuelled by increased food prices, especially in categories like vegetables, fruits, and meats, as detailed by Aanchal Magazine for the Indian Express. In particular, seasonal shifts and uneven monsoon distribution impacted the vegetable supply chain, creating a sharp price rise that directly affected household budgets. This spike has generated concerns within the government, as food inflation