media and information

Strangely enough, websites and social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp, do not fall within the ambit of the government's latest order.

When it was Jayashree's turn for the interview, the interviewers asked her if she knew anything about cameras. "No, nothing" was her reply, "But I am eager to learn, and promise to give you my all in the process."

Here are five moments that serve as an inspiring reminder of why investigative journalism is so valuable in what it can do for ordinary folks and for society.

Gauri Lankesh was posthumously honoured with the annual Anna Politkovskaya Award. Here's all you need to know about the award and the gutsy journalist its named after.

While on their period, women don't get abnormal bouts of energy, and neither do they bleed blue. Here's how Indian ads misrepresent menstruation.

Grassroots journalism is about more than just highlighting stories from neglected communities; sometimes, it can also be the catalyst for major positive change in these areas.

Known for showing satellite imagery, topography and 3D buildings, the latest addition in Google Earth intends to offer a lot more than just basic information about a place!

Breastfeeding is an often misunderstood, and occasionally controversial, aspect of motherhood in India. Hence, new moms can often struggle with misconceptions about it. However, an increasing number of platforms are offering advice and help to mothers in need.

A game-changer in the field of media-based social action, Main Kuch Bhi Kar Sakti Hoon has set a new record by reaching out to 400 million viewers, the highest viewership of any show currently on Indian television.

The ‘right to be forgotten’ ruling by the Karnataka High Court has raised a fair amount of questions and debate. Shalini Seetharam takes a closer look at what the ruling’s underlying arguments, and what this means for the future evolution of privacy laws in India.