NDTV has achieved a milestone in applied artificial intelligence, with its research paper accepted at ACM SIGIR 2026, one of the world’s leading conferences on search and information retrieval. The paper, “All the News That Fits in Bits: Learned Rotation‑Aware Binary Projections for Efficient News Retrieval at NDTV”, explores methods to improve search speed and relevance across vast news archives. As content volumes grow, delivering accurate and timely search results becomes more challenging. NDTV’s system enhances speed and efficiency while maintaining quality, and has been tested in real newsroom settings where editorial teams found its output as reliable as existing solutions. The achievement is notable given the selective nature of SIGIR’s Industry Track, which features limited global participation. NDTV is the first Indian media company to be selected in this category, Adgully reported. Lead author Ritwick Ghosh, Machine Learning Engineer, sai

India will host its first workplace happiness-focused awards with the launch of the Happiest Places to Work Awards, aimed at recognising organisations that prioritise employee experience and positive workplace culture. The inaugural ceremony will be held in Mumbai towards the end of July, bringing together senior corporate leaders from across industries.  The awards will be chaired by Harsh Goenka, Chairman of RPG Group, and judged by a jury comprising leaders, including Achal Khanna, Harit Nagpal, Pavitra Singh, Dr. Atul Hegde, Dr. Prajjal Saha, Nitu Bhushan, Pushp Kumar Nayar, and Sunita Cherian.  Speaking on the initiative, Goenka said workplace happiness is becoming central to organisational growth, while founder Raj Nayak noted that the awards aim to recognise companies that consistently prioritise everyday employee experience.   

  The Press Club of India (PCI) has strongly condemned the alleged attack on the Lakhimpur office of Assamese daily Asomiya Pratidin, calling it a serious assault on press freedom. In a statement issued on April 13, 2026, the PCI said the office was vandalised and pelted with stones by unidentified persons on the night of April 10. The incident reportedly took place shortly after public remarks made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding media organisations. The PCI expressed concern over shrinking space for journalists, particularly in the run‑up to elections, and said repeated attacks on media houses during politically sensitive periods undermine democratic values. It urged the state government to conduct a fair and swift investigation, identify those responsible, and take strict action. The press body also stressed the need to ensure the safety and security of journalists and media organisations. Reiterating that press freedom is a cornerstone of democra

A viral post circulating on social media has claimed that a female reporter and her cameraman were allegedly attacked while covering labour unrest in Noida. The incident is linked to ongoing workers’ protests in Noida and Greater Noida, where large gatherings have erupted over demands for higher wages, better working conditions, overtime pay, and workplace safety. The agitation has led to traffic disruptions and sporadic incidents of violence in parts of the city over the past few days, raising concerns about the safety of journalists reporting from the ground  

The Karnataka Working Journalists’ Association (KUWJ) said the 40th State Journalists’ Conference, held over two days in Bidar, concluded successfully. State president Shivanand Tagadur thanked all those involved in organising the event. Tagadur described the conference as distinct, noting sessions on the contributions of Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar as journalists, discussions on Kalyana Karnataka’s development and media, and deliberations on artificial intelligence and digitalisation. He said these added depth and offered new perspectives for the media fraternity. Other discussions included the Right to Information Commission and journalists, border issues, and the media‑industry interface. Journalists from across the state, from Chamarajanagar to Kalaburagi and Vijayapura, participated in large numbers, making the event memorable, he added. Tagadur also thanked Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for inaugurating the conference, calling it a reflection of his support for

Approach Entertainment, part of Approach Communication, has announced the launch of the Approach Entertainment & Communications Academy, aimed at bridging the industry skill gap with practical, job-oriented training in entertainment, media and communications. Courses will be offered in both short and long duration formats, with options for online and offline learning, catering to fresh students and working professionals seeking upskilling. The academy will also conduct regular workshops for professionals and enthusiasts to provide focused skill enhancement and industry insights, said Sonu Tyagi, Founder and Director of Approach Entertainment Group. The curriculum covers a wide spectrum of specialised areas, with Celebrity Management as the flagship course. Other programmes include Artist and Influencer Management, Film Production, Scriptwriting, Public Relations, Event Management, Digital Marketing, Branded Entertainment, Content Creation, Entertainment Journalism, AI Applica

Pakistan's media watchdog Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has issued a show-cause notice to a leading news channel for running "Indian content" while broadcasting the news about the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle. Slamming Geo News for using Indian songs and visuals from Indian films while reporting on Asha Bhosle’s death, PEMRA reportedly called this a “wilful defiance [of] the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of Pakistan… wherein airing of Indian content was prohibited.” The Pakistan Supreme Court had reintroduced a ban on Indian films and television shows being broadcast on the country’s local channels in 2018. Although PEMRA imposed a ban on the airing of Indian content on local television and FM radio channels in 2016, the Lahore High Court lifted it in 2017. Subsequently, the Supreme Court reimposed the ban the following year. Ironically, the legendary singer who passed away at the age of 9