For the cricket-crazy nation, the return of captain Rohit Sharma’s eleven from Barbados with the T20 World Cup naturally became the news (rather photo story) of the day. Surrounded by lakhs of fans who thronged the Marine Drive in Mumbai for a victory parade cheering India’s victorious T20 team, atop an open bus, Mumbai traffic came to a grinding halt as the blue bus headed to Wankhede Stadium for a felicitation ceremony -- a photo that had to be on the frontpage top-slot of most leading dailies vindicating the country’s status as the latest Mecca of cricket. Rutwick Mehta of Hindustan Times captured that mood in just a few words with a striking comparison. "In November last year, as the ODI world champions Australia returned home, with captain Pat Cummins carrying his own luggage out of the airport, they were greeted by a handful of media personnel and a couple of black-tied officials. The welcome home for the T20 world champions India, safe to say, had a fair few more.

Jay-Jay Feeney, one of New Zealand's most recognisable radio hosts, is set to step away from her role at MORE FM Drive after nearly three decades. Announcing her decision on social media, Feeney candidly explained that she feels tired and low on fresh, creative ideas. “When you have four hours to fill, you end up having to talk about all the stuff going on in your life. 33 years is a long time ... basically, I just need a big rest,” she said. Feeney began her radio career at just 17 on Energy FM and later worked at The Edge before moving to MORE FM in 2018. Reflecting on her journey, she noted the personal cost of sharing her life on the air and expressed a desire to prioritize her mental health and clarity. “I’m excited to hit the road and discover more of the incredible stories that make up the remarkable tapestry of our culture. There are so many adventures ahead, whether it be with Back Roads, Muster Dogs, or new projects we’re cooking up. What a privilege it is to

Award-winning broadcast news leader Sarah Bristow is joining the NZ Herald team as Head of Content and Strategy – Video and Audio, announced New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME). Bristow, with over 20 years of experience in journalism in New Zealand and Australia, most recently served as Newshub Director of News at Warner Bros. Discovery. Her tenure there garnered multiple Voyager and New Zealand Television awards. She has also held executive roles at The AM Show, Paul Henry, and Channel Ten's Breakfast in Australia, along with leadership positions at TVNZ, Radio NZ, and Newstalk ZB. In her new role, Bristow will spearhead NZ Herald’s digital video and audio strategy, aiming to expand its audience and boost engagement across NZME’s digital platforms. Murray Kirkness, NZME Chief Content Officer, expressed excitement about Bristow’s appointment, highlighting her extensive experience in television and radio news as crucial for supporting NZME’s strategic vision. “

Lilian Saleh has announced her new position as Content Director of News in the Free News and Lifestyle division at News Corp. On LinkedIn, Saleh expressed gratitude for working with Peter Blunden, whom she described as “one of the sharpest news brains” in the business. She looks forward to continuing the legacy alongside Michael Carroll. Reflecting on her past four years, Saleh highlighted career milestones, stating, “My team has won Walkleys, News Awards, and Quills. We've covered significant events from the Queen's death and King's Coronation to wars and everything in between. We led campaigns on vaccination and cost of living, and helped Aussies get their health back on track with Health of the Nation.” Leilani Abels, CEO of Thrive PR, congratulated Saleh on taking up a new responsibility.  “Can’t wait to see you fly and continue to do incredible things,” Abels added.  Adella Beaini, a national news journalist, thanked Saleh for her mentorship, adding, “You�

The Bombay Stock Exchange's Sensex has soared past the 80,000-mark, achieving the fastest 10,000-point rally in its history. This milestone underscores a significant moment in India's financial landscape, driven by what a TOI report calls robust investor confidence and favourable economic policies under the Modi 3.0 government, resulting in perhaps the first piece of good news for the incumbent government since elections. However, this growth raises red flags, writes Dipti Sharma for Hindustan Times, as she highlights warnings from analysts over potential market corrections and speculative bubbles. Moving forward, it’s crucial for regulatory bodies to enforce sustainable growth measures. Investors and policymakers must now focus on enhancing transparency, regulatory frameworks, and financial literacy to ensure long-term stability and prevent market destabilisation. Nishtha Awasthi opined that while the Sensex's rise is a noteworthy achievement, it underscores the need for strate

SCA has announced that Marty Sheargold will step down from the 105.1 Triple M Melbourne Breakfast shift to focus on other commitments, including standup comedy and TV appearances, such as the upcoming season of Fisk. Sheargold revealed that through this move he aims to achieve a better work/life balance and prioritise self-care. “I will continue The Marty Sheargold Show podcast, along with the 3-4 pm national Triple M show. I want to thank my immediate team and the network for their ongoing support and understanding. And I'd also like to thank the listeners for their loyalty to both the show and the station. Like them, I remain a Triple M fan,” he added.  SCA Chief Content Officer Dave Cameron thanked Sheargold and his team for creating a “unique and hilarious” Breakfast show since 2021.  “It is exciting, however, that our listeners will continue to hear Marty alongside his current team of Troy Ellis, Loren Barry, and Will Ralston across both the Triple M network as a

Manas Tiwari has announced that he has taken up additional responsibilities to his existing role at Times Network. He will manage Digit's news verticals in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bangla, Marathi, and Malayalam and lead Digit’s YouTube and Instagram handles. This follows Times Network’s recent acquisition of Digit‘s print and digital businesses, which aims to bolster its digital and publishing portfolio and expand its footprint in the technology and gaming sector.   Tiwari took to LinkedIn to update the professional move with his connections, stating that he is looking forward to working with Soham Raninga and the Digit Magazine team.   In addition, the Gadget Times YouTube channel will be rebranded as Digit Hindi, Digit Mobile will be rebranded as Digit Plus, and Gadget Times’ Instagram will be dedicated to AI-related content.   Soham Raninga, executive director and editor-in-chief of Digit, welcomed Tiwari to the team and expressed optimism about