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DNPA Supports World News Day 2024: Celebrating the Power of Journalism
New Delhi: The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) is proud to announce its support for World News Day 2024, marked on September 28, 2024, a global initiative, that highlights the critical role of journalism in fostering informed societies. This year’s theme is , “Choose Truth”, to reaffirm journalism’s critical role throughout the world.
DNPA stands with news organizations globally when civil society members , governments and other stake holders have been discussing ways and means to curb the menace of unverified or fake news.
This initiative of WAN IFRA comes at a time when news organisations , civil society members , governments and other stake holders have been discussing ways and means to curb the menace of unverified or fake news. Through the “Choose Truth” initiative, World News Day aims to empower audiences to critically evaluate the news they consume. News publishers are also encouraged to reinforce their dedication to fact-checking and delivering balanced reporting.
Through the “Choose Truth” initiative, World News Day celebrates the courageous efforts of journalists who contribute to transparency, accountability, and democratic processes.
On World News Day, more than 600 media publishers, broadcasters and professionals from around the world have united to reaffirm their commitment to providing factual, verified news in an era where misinformation and fake news proliferate rapidly. As digital platforms evolve, the challenge of fake news has escalated, fuelled by algorithms designed to prioritize sensational content over accuracy. The consequences of such misinformation are far-reaching. In many instances unverified news , fake news are presented through sensationalized headlines which spread faster than verified facts, causing distress and harm to individuals and communities.
“World News Day is a reminder of the essential role journalism plays in shaping an informed public,” said Sujata Gupta, Secretary General of DNPA. “In today’s fast-paced digital world, trustworthy journalism is more important than ever. We salute journalists across the globe for their dedication to bringing truth to light.”
Through its ongoing initiatives, DNPA continues to strengthen the digital news ecosystem in India, promoting for industry standards and supporting innovation to ensure that Indian audiences receive credible news in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Piyush Thakur steps down as Inshorts’ chief revenue officer
Former vice president and cro says exit marks a new chapter after close to a decade of building revenue and partnerships at Inshorts Group.
NOIDA: Piyush Thakur has stepped away from Inshorts Group after nearly 10 years with the company, marking the end of a long tenure that culminated in his role as chief revenue officer.
In a farewell note, Thakur said he was “turning a new page” after almost a decade at Inshorts, calling it one of the hardest professional decisions he has made. He added that his exit was not driven by uncertainty about the future, but by reflection on a long association with the company.
Thakur joined Inshorts in October 2016 as vice president and spent around seven years in the role before being elevated to chief revenue officer in April 2024, a position he held until April 2026.
He said his tenure was defined by “thousands of mornings, late nights, product debates and breakthrough moments”, as the company evolved into a large-scale digital news platform used by millions.
In his note, Thakur emphasised that Inshorts’ growth was a collective effort across teams, adding that engineers, designers, sales teams and customer support staff all contributed to building the platform. He said the company’s success was not the result of individuals but of “everyone who stayed, passed through, and left their mark”.
Before Inshorts, Thakur worked across several digital media and business development roles. At ESPN, he served as senior regional manager from October 2015 to October 2016, focusing on growth initiatives, strategic opportunities and video distribution.
At Times Internet, he worked for nearly three years, including as head of business development from April 2015 to September 2015 and chief manager from January 2013 to March 2015. His responsibilities included monetisation of mobile platforms, managing media and developer partnerships, and driving revenue across digital properties such as The Times of India and The Economic Times.
Earlier, he worked at Brandmovers as head of business development from June 2012 to June 2013, handling digital, mobile and social media marketing solutions, client development and strategic consulting. During this period, he also worked on advertising revenue, brand strategy and CRM-based solutions.
At Inshorts, Thakur’s role focused on revenue strategy, mobile and media partnerships, and growth initiatives across platforms. His profile highlights experience in mobile product management, digital business models, partner ecosystems and revenue expansion in high-growth environments.
