Bijoy Bharathan, Opinions Editor at DT Next, brings nearly 20 years of experience spanning journalism, corporate communications, and storytelling. From curating thought-provoking edit pieces to uncovering unique stories like Tenkasi's auction-driven petty shop model, Bijoy continues to merge creativity with deep socio-political insight.  1) How did you get started in journalism?  I happened to land in Chennai in Nov 2006 to pursue my dream of filmmaking. Having cut my teeth in rush editing for TV serials for about half a year, I decided to switch lanes and applied to DC that was looking for freshers in feature writing. Haven't changed lanes since then. 2. Can you describe your work and the stories your team most commonly works on?  I currently handle the Edit page in Dt Next. My job is to curate opinion pieces from news syndicates and regularly contribute edit pieces spanning the socioeconomic and political spectrum. 3. Can you recall something about the story you consider

The Rajya Sabha failed to function on Wednesday (December 11, 2024) with uproar from Treasury and Opposition benches over the no-confidence notice against House Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, while the Lok Sabha witnessed repeated adjournments and sparring after getting off to a smooth start following a meeting between Speaker Om Birla and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. With the Parliament set to hold a discussion on the Constitution of India in the backdrop of the 75th anniversary of its adoption, the landmark event may see the rivals using the stage to target each other instead, wrote Subodh Ghildiyal and Akhilesh Singh for The Times of India. Leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi met Speaker Om Birla Wednesday and urged that the House should function and the Dec 13-14 discussion on Constitution should not fall prey to disruptions by BJP. The governing party said its intent was evident from the fact that dates were fixed in the two Houses with

  1233 ABC Newcastle has unveiled its 2025 programming line-up, introducing new roles for familiar voices. Paul Culliver will helm the Breakfast show, while Jenny Marchant transitions to host Drive from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Paul Turton will continue presenting Mornings, and Scott Bevan will remain the host of Saturday Breakfast. After six years co-hosting Breakfast, Marchant expressed enthusiasm for her new role, saying she looks forward to connecting with listeners on local news and issues during Drive.  Culliver, who has hosted Drive for the past 14 months, shared his excitement about moving to the Breakfast slot, promising to strengthen his bond with the Newcastle community during the early-morning shift. Paul Turton, a veteran broadcaster, will continue to anchor Mornings, while Dan Cox will remain a vital presence across all programs, lending his reporting expertise and deep audience engagement. Lucia Hill, Editor of 1233 ABC Newcastle, highlighted the station’s commitme

Clive Robertson, the iconic Australian radio and TV broadcaster has died at the age of 78 after battling cancer. His passing was announced today, though he died last week, Radio Info reported. Robertson’s illustrious career began in 1972 at ABC Radio, followed by stints at 2Day FM, 2UE, and Classic FM, where he transitioned seamlessly between commercial and public broadcasting.  In the 1980s, he moved to television, hosting a late-night news show that became famous for its satirical edge and offbeat commentary.  He also hosted Beauty and the Beast and gained notoriety for his sharp, humorous exchanges with co-hosts Caroline Jones and Margaret Throsby. Known for his introspective style and engaging interactions with callers, Robertson stood out in a crowded field of broadcasters.  His groundbreaking work on 2BL 702’s breakfast show in 1979 earned him accolades from industry peers like Garry O'Callaghan and Bob Rogers, who praised his unconventional brilliance. Robertson�

David Woiwod has been announced as the new co-host of Weekend Sunrise, stepping into the role previously held by Matt Doran, Mediaweek reported. After spending five years as 7NEWS US Bureau Chief, Woiwod will join Monique Wright on the show starting this Saturday. A seasoned journalist with nearly two decades of experience, Woiwod described his return to Sunrise as a "full-circle moment. " He expressed excitement about rejoining the team and praised his new co-host, Monique Wright, for her talent and humour. Sarah Stinson, Seven’s director of morning television, commended Woiwod’s storytelling skills, integrity, and ability to connect with audiences. Wright lauded Woiwod’s reporting, particularly his work in war zones, political events, and natural disasters. Woiwod’s impressive career includes covering global events like the Israel conflict, US elections, the Titan Submersible disaster, and Australia's bushfires.  

Award-winning tech, science, and gaming journalist and SJAA President Jackson Ryan has said he is stoked to be offered the opportunity to be the Journalist-In-Residence at the Heidelberg Institute of Theoretical Studies in Germany for next year.  “I was absolutely stoked,” Ryan said. “It was honestly pretty bleary-eyed because I got the email overnight, and I rolled out of bed and saw, oh wow, I’ve won this thing, which is fantastic.” HITS’ Journalist-In-Residence program has been running for a decade now. Ryan says his interest in one day participating in it came from a friend who had previously undertaken the residency.  “I'm always looking around for fellowships and opportunities for our SJAA membership and myself; this one is one I've had my eye on for a while.” “Carl Smith, the vice president of the Science Journalists Association, did this residency a couple of years ago, and he really enjoyed it. He was able to produce this fantastic science journalism