Rakesh Trivedi Recognised Among India’s Top Young Journalists with 40 Under 40 Award

New Delhi: Rakesh Trivedi, one of India’s youngest News Editors and a distinguished multilingual television journalist, has been honoured with the prestigious ‘40 Under 40 Award’ by Samachar4Media, recognising his outstanding contribution to Indian journalism.

The award was presented by Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak at a ceremony attended by some of the country’s most celebrated editors, broadcasters and media leaders. Widely regarded as one of India’s most prestigious honours for young media professionals, the annual award recognises excellence, impact and leadership in journalism before the age of 40.

With a career spanning over two decades, Trivedi has earned a reputation for fearless investigative reporting and multilingual journalism, reporting extensively in Hindi, Marathi and English on issues of public interest, governance and accountability.

One of his most widely discussed reports involved members of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), a political party that strongly advocates the use and promotion of the Marathi language. During an on-camera interaction, Trivedi asked party workers basic questions in Marathi to assess their own proficiency in the language. Several workers were unable to respond and chose to walk away from the interview. The video quickly went viral across social media, triggering a nationwide debate and drawing widespread attention for exposing the apparent contradiction between the party’s public advocacy of Marathi and the language proficiency demonstrated by some of its own workers. The report was widely appreciated for raising questions about consistency between political messaging and practice.

Trivedi is also known for exposing the IPL spot-fixing and betting scandal, an investigation that brought him national recognition. He is the author of the bestselling crime novel “Criminals in Uniform,” inspired by the high-profile explosives-laden vehicle case found outside the residence of one of India’s leading industrialists. The book received critical acclaim and earned him the prestigious Hindi Sahitya Akademi Award. Earlier this year, he was also conferred with the Devarshi Narad Patrakar Samman, further recognising his contribution to investigative journalism.

This year’s 40 Under 40 awardees included distinguished journalists from Delhi, Mumbai, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal, reflecting the diversity and excellence of India’s media fraternity.

The significance of the event was underscored by the presence of some of the country’s most respected media personalities, including Sudhir Chaudhary, Navika Kumar, Zakka Jacob, Ranjit Kumar, Sumit Awasthi, Palki Sharma, Gaurav Sawant, Saeed Ansari, Rahul Sinha, Rohit Vishwakarma, Padmaja Joshi, former Network18 CEO Avinash Kaul, and senior journalists Bhupendra Chaubey and Sanket Upadhyay, among several other editors and media leaders.

The honour marks another milestone in Trivedi’s journalistic career, recognising his commitment to fearless reporting, impactful investigations and multilingual journalism that continues to shape India’s evolving media landscape.

   

                        Source; Press release

From Gully Boy to Nagabandham: RC Pranav Makes History with His Debut on a ₹100 Crore Telugu Fantasy Epic

As Nagabandham continues its theatrical run, one name that's garnering attention behind the scenes is film editor RC Pranav, who has created history by becoming the only film editor in India to make his feature editing debut on a ₹100 crore project.

Before taking charge of the edit suite for Nagabandham, RC Pranav honed his craft under legendary film editor Anthony before building an impressive portfolio of over 600 commercials across five languages. His journey also includes contributions to acclaimed films like Gully Boy, where he co-edited the songs, and 83, where he worked on the gripping cricket match sequences and key scenes.

With Nagabandham, Pranav has taken on one of the most ambitious fantasy films in recent Telugu cinema. Beyond editing the feature film, he also crafted its official teaser and trailer, helping establish the film's larger-than-life visual identity long before it reached audiences.

Known within the industry as the "World's Fastest Editor," a title affectionately given by director Abhishek Nama and producers Kishore and Nishita, Pranav has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality work under demanding post-production schedules.

*Reflecting on his journey, RC Pranav shares,* "Nagabandham has been one of the most creatively fulfilling experiences of my career. From editing the teaser and trailer to shaping the feature film, every frame carried the responsibility of bringing this incredible world to life. I am deeply grateful to director Abhishek Nama and producers Kishore and Nishita for believing in me and trusting my vision. Making my feature editing debut with a film mounted on this scale is something I will always cherish."

Mounted on a grand scale with mythology, cutting-edge VFX, and spectacular action sequences, Nagabandham marks a significant milestone in RC Pranav's career. As audiences continue to experience the fantasy epic in theatres, the editor's remarkable journey—from assisting one of India's finest editors to making history with his debut—cements him as one of the most promising editing talents in Indian cinema.

Rajasthan Press Club Elections Senior journalist Kumar Mahadev Vyas elected president.

Mumbai. The Rajasthan Press Club, the only representative body of Rajasthani expatriate journalists in the city, held its Ordinary General Meeting at Hotel Adarsh Palace. Following the completion of the current executive committee's term, senior journalist Kumar Mahadev Vyas was elected president in the elections conducted under the supervision of Ritu Sodhi, Assistant Director in Charge of the Rajasthan Information Centre, Mumbai, and Jagdish Purohit, Founder and Election Officer. Vyas Rawal was elected as Executive President, Lalit Shakti as Secretary, Ramesh Kabra as Treasurer, Harish Rajawat as Joint Secretary, Rahul Pareek, Jitendra Singh Rathore, Suresh Bhansali, Jyoti Munaut, Manish Paliwal, and Mrs. Vidya Uttam Shah were unanimously elected as executive members.

In his welcome address at the Annual General Meeting, President Kanhaiyalal Khandelwal outlined the concept and objectives of the Rajasthan Press Club. Secretary Vyas Kumar Rawal provided an overview of the activities of the three-year term. Treasurer Dineshwar Mali presented the annual income and expenditure details, which were unanimously approved.

Former President Neeraj Dave stated that the mutual cordiality and positivity of Rajasthan's expatriate journalists in this metropolis is a positive sign of social harmony. In his address, senior media expert Niranjan Parihar discussed the policies and activities of the journalist association. In-charge of the Rajasthan Information Center and Associate Commissioner Ritu Sodhi appealed to journalists for their contribution in disseminating the Rajasthan government's development plans to expatriate Rajasthanis.

Newly elected President Kumar Mahadev Vyas expressed confidence in his address that with the support of all colleagues, the Press Club will continue to progress. The general meeting began with the recitation of the Gayatri Mantra, followed by a two-minute silence to pay tribute to the late leader of the Rajasthani expatriate community, Raj K. Purohit, and to recognize his contributions to the expatriate community.

From Ramayana to Ramakien: India and Thailand Celebrate Shared Heritage, Spiritual Values, and People-to-People Bonds

Bangkok, Thailand:

A distinguished cultural and spiritual programme celebrating the shared civilisational heritage of India and Thailand was held in Bangkok, bringing together members of the Indian diaspora, community leaders, scholars, cultural representatives, and well-wishers from both nations.

The programme served as a significant platform to reaffirm the historic and enduring friendship between India and Thailand, a relationship nurtured over centuries through cultural exchanges, shared spiritual traditions, common values, and strong people-to-people connections.

The event was graced by the presence of His Excellency Shri Puneet Agrawal, Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Thailand, and Mrs. Agrawal, whose participation reflected the importance attached to community engagement, cultural diplomacy, and the deep historical and emotional bonds between the two countries.

In his address, Ambassador Agrawal emphasized that people-to-people interactions, the active participation of the Indian diaspora, and cultural exchanges remain among the strongest pillars of India–Thailand relations. He highlighted the vital role of youth, scholars, community organisations, and cultural institutions in preserving the shared heritage while promoting mutual understanding, friendship, and cooperation.

A key highlight of the programme was the celebration of the timeless connection between India's Ramayana and Thailand's Ramakien. The shared cultural legacy continues to unite the two nations beyond geographical boundaries, conveying universal values of righteousness, duty, ethical leadership, compassion, harmony, and respect. Speakers also underscored the profound influence of these epics on literature, performing arts, architecture, festivals, and social traditions in both countries.

The gathering also featured an inspiring spiritual discourse by HG Nityanand Charan Das, who explained the timeless relevance of the teachings of the Ramayana in contemporary life. He highlighted how spiritual awareness, self-discipline, compassion, gratitude, and value-based living contribute to inner peace, emotional resilience, mental well-being, and holistic development.

The programme was jointly organised through the efforts of Mr. Avneesh Kabra, Mr. Ghanshyam Biyani, and Mr. Rahul Laxman Patil. As a researcher and youth engagement promoter, Mr. Rahul Laxman Patil has been actively working to strengthen India–Thailand cultural and civilisational relations by promoting Track-II dialogue, youth engagement, cultural diplomacy, and community-based initiatives that deepen people-to-people ties between the two countries.

The event further highlighted the growing importance of cultural diplomacy in strengthening bilateral relations. Through active engagement with the Indian diaspora and the local community, India and Thailand continue to reinforce a partnership founded on mutual trust, respect, shared heritage, and enduring friendship.

The programme also aligned with India's Act East Policy, demonstrating how civilisational ties and people-centric engagement continue to strengthen cooperation in the cultural, educational, economic, strategic, and diplomatic spheres.

The programme concluded with a collective commitment to preserving and promoting the rich cultural traditions that connect India and Thailand. Participants also called upon future generations to actively contribute to cultural exchanges and deepen the enduring friendship between the peoples of both nations.

India and Thailand are connected not only by history, but also by shared values, cultural memory, and a common civilisational journey.

                   Source: press release