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  • To strengthen the Content Management System

    Jagran New Media collaborates with Google News Initiative

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran New Media (JNM) collaborates with Google News Initiative, aimed at empowering content creation by developing a Smart Content Management System (CMS). This partnership will unify and enhance JNM’s editorial efficacy in the existing CMS systems, creating a single source of truth and facilitating cross-platform content optimization. The CMS, with its advanced AI/ML and NLP capabilities, significantly improves content creation and summarization, user experience, SEO optimisation, and operational efficiency.

     

    Rajesh Upadhyay, Editor-in-Chief, of Jagran New Media, said: “The CMS’s AI/ML and NLP capabilities have upgraded JNM’s content creation, not just with automated content processes but also in increased content volume, streamlined operations, and the elimination of reliance on external tools for paraphrasing, spell checking, and grammar verification. With time, it will continue to increase the efficiency and productivity of the editorial team as it allows for more focus on strategic and creative aspects of content development.”

     

    Excited about this partnership, Gaurav Arora, COO of Jagran New Media added: “We’re thrilled to build a cutting-edge Smart Content Management System (CMS) and it has already had a transformative impact on JNM’s content creation. We’re confident it will streamline internal processes, foster efficiency and agility, and facilitate cross-platform synergy. In essence, the Smart CMS is not just a technological upgrade but a strategic enabler aligning with JNM’s commitment to delivering impactful content experiences.”

     

  • In collaboration with MICA, and supported by Google News Initiative

    Jagran launches Sach Ke Sathi Seniors

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran New Media’s  fact-checking wing, Vishvasnews.com, has launched “Sach Ke Sathi: Seniors”, a media literacy campaign to help senior citizens learn how to detect online misinformation, protect themselves from deepfakes and access trustworthy news and information.

     

    Commenting on the launch, the CEO of Jagran New Media, Bharat Gupta, said: “The collaboration between Vishvasnews.com, Google News Initiative (GNI), the fact-checking community, and MICA fulfils our objective to address the critical issue of media literacy specifically within the senior demographic, with a focus on digital safety and fact-checking. Built upon shared synergy, the 7th edition of Sach ke Sathi will enable us to collectively prioritize the advancement of media literacy among seniors and create a robust foundation for a digitally literate society. It has been our endeavour at Jagran New Media to follow the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) that underline our dedication to this important cause.”

     

    Added Surabhi Malik, Google News Lab Lead in India: “Sach ke Sathi Seniors is a much-needed collaborative media literacy effort that will empower senior citizens with critical thinking skills, help them detect misinformation and also prepare them to tackle deepfakes. Mis and disinformation is a serious problem that clogs the information pipeline and prevents the flow of trustworthy & authoritative information, which is all the more crucial during elections. We are proud to support this collaborative initiative that will help participants better assess the credibility of information available online.”

     

    Said Santosh K Patra, Associate Professor, Head of Media and Entertainment Management Area and Centre for Media and Entertainment Studies (CMES), MICA: “As the academic partner of Sach Ke Saathi Seniors, we see it as an opportunity to address the issue of digital information literacy with Vishvas News. We have designed a curriculum by adopting an interactive and learner-centric pedagogy that not only imparts knowledge but also fosters critical thinking skills to tackle the challenges of fake news, misinformation, disinformation and malinformatiom which is prevalent like a menace in our society today.”

     

  • For AI-themed hackathon, #HackTheFuture: Marathon of the Minds

    Jagran New Media collaborates with Google Cloud

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran New Media, the digital wing of Jagran Prakashan Ltd., has announced a collaboration with Google Cloud for an AI-themed hackathon, #HackTheFuture: Marathon of the Minds. #HackTheFuture will be a three-day event hosted at Jagran New Media’s corporate headquarters in Noida. The hackathon will see participation from IIT Kanpur.

     

    Said Bharat Gupta, CEO, Jagran New Media: “We are thrilled to witness how this extraordinary hackathon unfolds as it signifies our commitment to drive innovation and foster new talent in the field of AI and media. Artificial intelligence is not just the future, it is very much the present, and serves as the cornerstone of progress.  By combining our strengths with Google Cloud and the brilliant minds at IIT Kanpur, we aim to steer the publishing industry toward a brighter and smarter future.”

     

  • India Today, Jagran New Media and Meta to play pivotal roles

    IAMAI’s Digital Advertising Council gets new heads. Vivek Malhotra, Bharat Gupta & Arun Srinivas elected

    By Our Staff

     

    Bharat Gupta
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    Vivek Malhotra, Group CMO, India Today Group, has been elected Chairperson of the Digital Advertising Council (DAC), which functions under the aegis of Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI). Bharat Gupta, CEO, Jagran New Media and Arun Srinivas, Director & Head – Ad Business, Meta, have been appointed Co-Chairs of the DAC.

     

    With over 110+ active members including agencies, publishers, affiliates, adtech and martech companies, DAC engages with more than 500 brands, 250 agencies and 100 publishers through various conferences, roundtables, and offsites.

     

    Notes a communique: “The new leadership team will play a pivotal role in guiding DAC and its digital advertising stakeholders to work towards the goal of the growth of the digital advertising sector. Along with this they will also be overseeing and supporting the three Task Force Groups viz. Unified Standard Measurement, Cookieless Future and Affiliate Best Practices. Additionally, they will continue to interact regularly with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, ensuring that the interests and concerns of the digital advertising community are effectively represented in regulatory discussions and decision-making processes.”

     

  • Onlymyhealth.com will now also be available in Tamil

    Jagran New Media expands Health & Wellness Vertical

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran New Media’s health & wellness website, Onlymyhealth.com, announced the launch of its Tamil arm. Onlymyhealth.com aims to empower individuals with its diverse range of health & wellness content in the form of articles and videos which are backed by experts.

     

    Onlymyhealth.com in Tamil will provide health information, tips & tricks, simple home remedies, and other resources which are doctor-verified specifically to target Tamil speaking readers. The website will offer a wide array of content covering fitness, nutrition, mental health, lifestyle, preventive care, IVF, etc. providing Tamil readers with valuable insights and actionable tips to lead a healthy and fulfilling life.

     

    Bharat Gupta, CEO, Jagran New Media, said: “The rise of localization is an important theme in the current digital landscape. Keeping up with the trend, we’re doubling our efforts to diversify and expand our offerings in different regional languages while addressing the specific preferences and requirements of our audiences. The recent launch of Onlymyhealth.com in Tamil is a significant step in our mission to provide credible & expert-verified health & wellness resources to Tamil readers while catering to their distinctive sensibilities. This expansion aligns with our commitment to Indic language expansion strategy that ensures our overall mission to improve accessibility, inclusivity, and the well-being of the readers.”

     

    Added Megha Mamgain, AVP, Content & Strategy, Health and Lifestyle, Jagran New Media: “We are thrilled to launch the Tamil arm of onlymyhealth.com and serve the Tamil-speaking community. We acknowledge the role of languages being personal to communities, and we aim to serve content in ways our consumers prefer. At Onlymyhealth.com, we stand steadfast in our commitment to providing credible health resources in a language that resonates deeply with the audiences. With an array of meticulously curated health-related content, we also have stringent editorial policies in place ensuring the accuracy and reliability of content that is validated by doctors, nutritionists, healthcare professionals, and experts. Through this launch, we hope to empower Tamil readers and contribute to their overall well-being.”

     

  • Featured a series of activities centered around sustainability

    Jagran.com celebrates World Nature Conservation Day

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran.com Hindi news portal, has concluded the ‘Jagran Green Warrior Challenge’ to celebrate World Nature Conservation Day. The campaign was launched to bring awareness to readers via a community-building initiative about nature conservation and the growing impact of climate change. The online initiative was driven by Jagran Connect, a community engagement platform that engages users through various empowering initiatives.

     

    The 3-day campaign ran from July 26–28 and invited participants to a series of exciting challenges to support nature conservation. The activities brought crucial environmental issues to the forefront by encouraging sustainable practices that can be widely executed for society at large. The campaign received an overwhelming response, reaching a diverse audience and inspiring individuals to reflect on their ecological footprint and thus take action.

     

    Said Rajesh Upadhyay, Editor-in-Chief and Sr. Vice President, Jagran New Media: “With this effective community-building initiative, we inspired a profound sense of responsibility towards issues like climate change, resource depletion, loss of biodiversity, etc. The success of this initiative reaffirms our belief in the power of collective action and motivates us to organize more purposeful campaigns through Jagran Connect. Our readers are the most important to us, and this is our attempt to connect with them through issues that matter the most.”

     

    The campaign highlighted three key aspects: ecological conservation, simple sustainable practices, and plastic pollution. The participants were asked to plant a sapling in their locality and share it on Jagran’s website or social media platforms. To encourage more engagement, they were also invited to share different ideas and practices to save the environment. The campaign came to an end with a successful plastic eradication drive.

     

  • Elevates Gaurav Arora to COO and onboards Divya Singh as CRO

    Jagran New Media strengthens leadership

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran New Media, the digital wing of Jagran Prakashan Ltd., announced key leadership appointments by elevating Gaurav Arora to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Divya Singh succeeded him as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

     

    In his new role, Gaurav will take on broader responsibilities in helming operational strategies, optimizing new product revenue streams, and enhancing overall organizational effectiveness, in addition to leading affiliate sales, video production (news and non-news), and other monetization possibilities for the brand. Also, he will continue to lend his support to the revenue functions.

     

    Divya Singh is a seasoned industry doyen with an exceptional track record of spearheading revenue growth and strategic partnerships. In her current role at JNM, she will be responsible for overseeing the company’s revenue operations, advertising sales, and business development initiatives. Having held pivotal roles across diverse organizations for more than two decades, she possesses a profound understanding of revenue engagements and sales networks.

     

    Bharat Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Jagran New Media, said: “Gaurav has paved the way for a culture of performance in the organization and is a true people-oriented leader. His calm demeanour combined with a strategic and innovative approach in a highly dynamic and evolving digital space has been both reassuring and gratifying for the organization. I am thrilled to see his continued growth. Simultaneously, we are pleased to welcome Divya Singh as our new CRO. She will play a crucial role in optimizing revenue, leveraging her profound industry knowledge and insights into measurable outcomes.”

     

  • For a Student Awareness Campaign

    Jagran Josh ties up with Embassy of the United States

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran Josh, education and career website under the wing of Jagran New Media, collaborates with the Embassy of the United States to launch a student awareness campaign ‘Yes You Can! Study in the US’. The video campaign series seeks to shed light on the intricacies of getting a U.S. visa for students and empower aspiring students with the right knowledge and resources.

     

    The ‘Yes You Can! Study in the US’ campaign by Jagranjosh.com will span across three weeks. Being the one-stop resource platform for education, Jagran Josh aims to empower students with credible information when it comes to competitive exams, job opportunities, and different career-related aspects. Now, with this campaign, the education website elevates this commitment to guide students aspiring to go overseas for higher education.

     

    Rajesh Upadhyay, Editor In Chief and Sr. Vice President, Jagran New Media, said: “We’re delighted to collaborate with the Embassy of the United States for the student awareness campaign. Our mutual goal of empowering students with factual knowledge and resources aligns perfectly. We believe that together, we can make a significant impact on the lives of aspiring students by opening doors to a world of opportunities. Through this partnership, we aim to provide students with insights to help them attain their academic and career-related aspirations.”

     

  • … witgh HerZindagi.com, a women's lifestyle website

    Jagran forays into Tamil market

    By Our Staff

     

    The HerZindagi.com website will be available in Hindi, English and Tamil HerZindagi.com, the women’s lifestyle website owned by Jagran New Media, has launched a Tamil site, following its success in Hindi and English.

     

    Speaking on the launch of the Tamil site, Bharat Gupta, CEO Jagran New Media said: “Indian digital users are growing exponentially, especially from Tier 2 and 3 cities. It is no surprise that 75% of that growth is coming from Indic language users, compared to a mere 3% of English language users in India. With a brand like HerZindagi, which has already won the trust of its readers in the Hindi heartland, it is the logical next step for us to take this exciting platform to the readers in the south of India.”

     

    Added Associate VP and Business Head of Health and Lifestyle verticals, Megha Mamgain: “Our teams are carefully studying the interests of Tamil readers and creating content that captures regional nuances, is relatable, accurate and a value add to the lives of our readers. We hope to serve this carefully created content to Tamil readers in India and across the world.  Taking the learnings from the success of HerZindagi.com in Hindi, we are hoping to put the interest of Tamil women readers on center stage.

     

  • A content-to-commerce initiative on all Jagran Digital platforms

    Jagran New Media launched Top Deals

    By Our Staff

     

    Jagran News Media launches Top Deals, a content-to-commerce initiative, on all Jagran Digital platforms. It is a search-based junction that can help you find curated lists of the best offers coming up. Starting from fashion to home appliances, you will find information about a wide range of products.

     

    Said Gaurav Arora, Chief Revenue Officer, Jagran New Media: “We are thrilled to introduce Top Deals, a one-stop shop for all of our readers’ information and commerce demands. Our goal has always been to put content first and provide experiences that are tailored to our audience. This initiative not only helps us build the content-to-commerce space but also allows us to provide a one-stop shop for our readers across all of our platforms. We believe that this is the ideal way to increase brand loyalty and strengthen customer relationships. Jagran Top Deals is the company’s content initiative aimed at increasing profits and opening up new revenue streams through collaborations with companies such as Amazon and others.”

     

  • Bollywood director and writer Mudassar Aziz was the guest of honour at the launch

    The Inquilab relaunches website

    By A Correspondent

     

    Jagran New Media has relaunched Inquilab.com, the online presence of leading Urdu daily Inquilab. Present at the launch was film director and writer Mudassar Aziz and Ayesha Aziz, India’s first woman pilot from Kashmir.

     

    Commenting on the relaunch, Shahid Latif, Editor – The Inquilab said: “In this digital age, with the relaunch of Inquilab.com our aim is to reach Urdu-speaking readers from across the world and not just in India. Our focus will be to give our readers real time news across categories like politics, education, business, entertainment, national, international news and much more.”

     

    Said Rachna Kanwar, COO – Jagran Digital: “Today, non-English users are the growth drivers for digital content consumption in India. With the re-launch of the website our aim is to serve the content needs of readers who love to consume content in Urdu language. We have extended our reach to this audience that resides not just in India but all over the world providing them with real-time news and keeping them abreast with their community and culture.”

     

     

  • Jagran New Media has appointed Anubha Bhonsle as Lead for digital video operations

    Jagran New Media strengthens leadership team

    By A Correspondent

     

    Anubha Bhonsle

    Jagran New Media announced the appointment of senior industry persons Anubha Bhonsle, Roshan Tamang and Megha Mamgain to bolster the digital presence of the company across verticals.

     

    The company has appointed Anubha Bhonsle as Lead for digital video operations. Bhonsle will help streamline digital video operations as well as create a pipeline for high impact election reportage. She will report to the CEO of the Jagran New Media, Bharat Gupta, as well as work with Editorial and Operation Heads of the Jagran network. Prior to this, Bhonsle was Executive Editor at CNN-News18 and an ICFJ Knight Fellow running programmes at The Indian Express.

     

    Roshan Tamang

    It has also announced the coming in of Roshan Tamang as a consultant to the video team. He comes with an overall experience of 22 years in mass media including 19 years in digital media. Currently, he is also Co-founder and Director at Otus Media and has previously worked in senior leadership roles in Times Internet Ltd., CNN-News18, The Quint, The Indian Express, and India Today.

     

    Megha Mamgain

    Megha Mamgain has joined the senior leadership team as Head of Content – Health & Lifestyle at Jagran New Media. Megha has previously worked with CNN-News18 and NDTV as Associate Producer and Assistant Producer.

     

     

    Bharat Gupta

    Commenting on the recent appointments, Bharat Gupta, CEO, Jagran New Media, said: “It gives us immense pleasure to onboard high skilled industry leaders in our organisation. Jagran New Media aspires to provide meaningful content to readers through data-driven journalism which informs, educates and helps them to take better life decisions.