Bilateral ties between New Delhi and Ottawa plunged to a new low after Canada blocked an Australian news outlet which aired a press conference by external affairs minister S Jaishankar and his Australian counterpart Penny Wong in Canberra where he made some strong remarks on the India-Canada standoff. Stating it was “surprised” over the “strange” Canadian move, the Ministry of External Affairs said the action “yet again highlights the hypocrisy of Canada towards freedom of speech”, reported Divya A for The Indian Express. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a media briefing Thursday that social media handles and pages of this particular publication, which he described as an important diaspora outlet, had been blocked and were no longer available for viewers in Canada. “This happened just a few hours after this outlet carried a press conference of the external affairs minister along with his (Australian) counterpart Penny Wong,” Jaiswal said. Earlier, in a joi

Mary-Jane Fenech, who had served as manager of ABC Radio Melbourne for 16 years, has been promoted to ABC Group content director for the Capital City Network. Fenech, who announced her elevation on LinkedIn, is bringing her extensive experience in radio and content management to this exciting new leadership position. Throughout her career, Fenech has held various roles within the ABC, including engagement producer and traffic reporter for Mornings with Jon Faine. She has also worked in different capacities at Triple R Broadcasters and John Wiley & Sons.  

The Filamchi Bhojpuri channel has unveiled a new look, revamping its branding and style, incorporating meaningful changes and bringing a host of new entertainment options. Aditya Pittie, MD, IN10 Media Network, stated, “We’re excited to introduce Filamchi Bhojpuri’s dynamic new look, designed to celebrate both modern sensibilities and the unique cultural essence of our viewers. The updated on-air style is bright, fresh, and rooted in the values that resonate deeply with our audience. With new programming, like exclusive premieres, music specials and in-house productions, we’re committed to bringing family entertainment that’s engaging and meaningful.” The channel has partnered with regional stars Amrapali Dubey and Kajal Yadav in a campaign to raise awareness about the refreshed look and upcoming programming, according to BestMediaInfo. One of the highlights of Filamchi’s new phase is the introduction of “World Television Premieres”. Additionally, the channel wil

Triple M Melbourne has announced the return of Mick Molloy with a brand-new Breakfast show, Mick in the Morning with Roo, Titus & Rosie, launching on January 20, 2025, a press release from the organisation stated. The show will feature Molloy alongside AFL legend Nick Riewoldt, who is making his Breakfast radio debut, and Molloy’s longtime collaborator Titus O’Reily. Rosie Walton, star of Triple M Workdays and The Hot Breakfast, completes the all-star team. Mick Molloy, one of Australia’s most beloved comedians, is a familiar face on Triple M, having hosted iconic shows like The Hot Breakfast, Kennedy/Molloy, and Mick & MG in the Morning. Known for his sharp wit and love of AFL, Molloy will be joined by Riewoldt, a St Kilda great, who returns to Melbourne after two years in the US and is eager to share his footy insights with listeners. SCA chief content officer Dave Cameron expressed excitement about Molloy’s return to Melbourne radio, calling it a "perfect fit" f

After 71 years on air, Australian radio legend John Laws retired today, turning off the golden microphone for the last time. The 89-year-old talkback icon, known as the "Golden Tonsils," announced his retirement last month, following a remarkable career that began in 1953 at Bendigo’s 3BO and spanned decades, including long stints at Sydney’s 2UE and 2SM. Laws’ final shows were celebrated with a series of retirement luncheons, attended by industry friends and colleagues, according to Radio Today. 2SM paid tribute, calling him “a constant presence across generations, guiding listeners through world events, tough conversations, and moments of laughter.” For over seven decades, Laws shaped Australian radio with his unique style, blending politics, music, and interviews with figures from all walks of life. His retirement marks the end of an era and listeners have flooded social media to pay their respects, calling him “the best radio broadcaster our nation has ever seen.�

Trevor Long’s EFTM launched its annual technology awards and the inaugural print edition at an event in Sydney last night. Long showcased the 52-page magazine, which details the winners of 49 awards, covering consumer tech products like phones, laptops, headphones, televisions, and various car categories. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N won the Best of the Best Award, having also been adjudged Best Sportscar, while JBL’s Neo drone won Best Tech. One aspect of the Awards that Long stressed, which is a point of departure from other awards, is that winners didn’t need to be released in 2024. “It’s a big decision I made at the start of this process - these awards are not the best things that were released this year; these are just the best things.” For example, EFTM awarded a pair of four-year-old Sony headphones as the best over-ear headphones because while subsequent models have been released, Long felt the new iterations weren’t any better, while the older model could be found

Promodome Communications, a renowned 360-degree full-service advertising agency, has won the comprehensive advertising, marketing, and digital mandate for the Kho Kho World Cup, which will take place from January 13-19, 2025. Promodome Communications will be responsible for executing a wide range of campaigns, including branding and digital and print advertising, to elevate the profile of the Kho Kho World Cup both in India and Internationally.   MS Tyagi, Secretary of Kho Kho Federation of India, commented on the partnership and stated, “We are pleased to onboard Team Promodome as one of our advertising and marketing partners. They’ve built a stellar reputation for delivering impactful campaigns, and we’re confident that their expertise will help us make a lasting impression with the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup on the global stage.”  Sandiip Kapur, Founder & President of Promodome Group, said, “We are thrilled to partner with the Kho Kho Federation for this hist