A desperate rescue operation is underway in Telangana after eight workers were trapped inside the Silasagar Lift Irrigation Scheme (SLBC) tunnel collapse. What began as a routine construction shift quickly turned into a nightmare when a section of the tunnel caved in, leading to a surge of silt and water on Feb 22, 2025. While 52 workers managed to escape, eight more were trapped deeper inside the tunnel and could not find a safe exit before a portion of the roof caved in. Hot Off the Press According to The Hindu’s Ravi Reddy and B Chandrashekhar, the trapped workers have been cut off since the seepage intensified, with uncertainty growing by the hour regarding their survival. Despite rescue teams working round the clock, increasing silt accumulation and relentless water seepage have brought operations to a standstill. The Times of India’s Koride Mahesh reported that the water levels have risen to a critical point, making visibility nearly impossible and halting drilling eff

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), in collaboration with Khaitan & Co, has released the "Frames & Frameworks: 2025 Legal Guide" at the FICCI Media and Entertainment Business Conclave 2025 in Chennai. The report examines key policy changes, legal frameworks and business dynamics shaping India's $26.2 billion media and entertainment sector, which is undergoing rapid digital transformation. Addressing the launch, Tanu Banerjee, Partner at Khaitan & Co., said, "The Indian Media and Entertainment sector has evolved significantly in the last few years, fuelled by technological advancements, digital adoption, and government initiatives to enhance digital infrastructure. As the industry continues to transform, regulatory frameworks will also transform to address emerging challenges while balancing growth and innovation. This legal report aims to provide deep insights on prevailing legal and regulatory frameworks and to assist in navigating thr

ARN Senior Journalist Sasha Karen believes his principal goal is to “help people” understand the topics he writes about better.  Karen told Influencing, “I see journalism as a straightforward way to help people. You're writing content to inform and inspire people and even maybe make them laugh on the side. It’s a way to reach the audience and lend a helping hand.” “That's what it all comes down to for me.” A journalist for over a decade, Karen has written for ARN since 2019, reporting across channel-associated topics. The major issues he’s covering at the moment are not unsurprisingly the hot topics of AI and cybersecurity.  “We’re several years into the AI topic, and there's still a fair amount of real unknowns that people are coming to grasp. “These chatbots are going around but with less information about the actual impact of these models and their integration into business products and technology uplifts and how people can resell such products. �

  ABC News has gained 731,000 readers in a month, while News.com.au has shed over 400,000, according to the latest Ipsos Iris data which reveals ABC News is the country's most-read news site. It seems ABC Chair Kim Williams''s push for a focus on online news is paying off and certainly anyone familiair with the ABC's daily online news bulletins will have noticed the increase in hard-hitting and broader news coverage.  News.com has long been the top online news website leader so ABC's rise is significant.  ABC saw 12.48 million readers during January, a 6.2% rise from December. News.com.au dropped 3.4% to slide into second, with 11.76 million readers. The ABC isn’t the only outlet to see a leap in readership. Daily Mail Australia’s audience grew 12.1%, to reach 8.65 million, while the Guardian climbed to 7.96 million, an 8.9% increase. SBS News drew an extra 828,000 readers – a 20.4% leap – to pull 4.9 million readers, while BBC.com jumped 21.5% to reach 4.56 million

    Commercial Radio and Audio members (CRA) are reporting 30% year-on-year growth in total digital audio revenue.  And both podcasting and streaming in Australia saw hefty increases in advertising revenue in the past 12 months, compared with last year, with podcasting revenue up 19.1% and streaming ad revenue climbing 16.9%, according to figures just released by IAB Australia (Interactive Advertising Bureau).  According to IAB, total digital audio advertising revenue reached $313 million in calendar year 2024, growing by 18% year-on-year (YOY), and reaching $90 million in the December quarter. Outpacing the broader IAB total digital audio market, The Australian Internet Advertising Revenue Report (IARR), compiled by Price Waterhouse Cooper (PwC), confirms podcast advertising expenditure as the fastest-growing reported format for the second consecutive quarter. CRA Chief Executive Officer Lizzie Young said, “It’s pleasing to see CRA members driving digital

Veteran sports journalist and former sports editor at Jansatta, Suresh Kaushik, has passed away. He was 72.  Press Club of India posted a tribute to the stalwart, writing, "We stand with his family and friends in this time of grief and sorrow. We pray to almighty for his soul rests in peace and wish his family immense strength to withstand this situation." Vijay Lokapally, former deputy editor of The Hindu and editorial consultant at Sportstar, expressed his condolences, saying: “Suresh Kaushik, a dear friend, passed away this morning. He was 72 and retired as sports editor of Jansatta. A good footballer, he was an avid cricket lover, too. Om Shanti.”    G S Vivek, consulting sports editor at ABP News, also paid tribute, recalling, “ He was a lovely person… played many JK Bose matches with him and covered a few as well. Rest in peace, Suresh Kaushik, sir.”   According to e4m, Kaushik contracted pneumonia following his recent visit to Prayagraj and tragica

With former Chief Minister and Kalkaji MLA Atishi getting elected as the leader of the Opposition (LoP), Delhi will be the first state in India to have women head the government as well as the Opposition. Atishi’s name was proposed by Burari MLA Sanjeev Jha and accepted by all other AAP legislators. Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal was part of the meeting. Hot off the Press The national capital appears to be gearing up for a stormy assembly session with CM Rekha Gupta stating that the previous AAP dispensation left the state coffers “empty”, reported Atul Mathur for The Times of India. “The condition the previous govt left for us... when we sit with officers to review the financial status… the entire govt exchequer is found empty,” Gupta said while replying to a question on preparations to implement the women’s aid scheme. “But giving the money to women is a routine work we have to do. We will surely implement the scheme with detailed planning. It’s our co