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Kannada News Today is a Kannada-language digital news platform based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. [1] [2] [3] It was founded in March 2019 by journalist Satish Raj Goravigere. [4] [5] [6] In 2025, an English-language counterpart named Timesnib was introduced to cover national and international topics. [7] [8]

Kannada News Today
Kannada News Today.png
Type of businessPrivate
Type of site
Digital media, Web Portal
Available inKannada
FoundedMarch 2019
HeadquartersBangalore, Karnataka, India
Country of originIndia
OwnerSatish Raj Goravigere
Founder(s)Satish Raj Goravigere
IndustryInternet services, Digital media
Employees200+
Websitekannadanews.today
Current statusActive

BackgroundEdit

The platform was established with the goal of making news accessible in Kannada for a wide audience across Karnataka. Since its launch, it has covered topics such as regional developments, governance, social issues and public interest subjects. [9] [10]

Innovation in News MediaEdit

Kannada News Today is considered one of the first media outlets in Karnataka to experiment with Realistic AI-powered news anchors, introducing digital tools into the way news is presented. These efforts reflect its focus on adopting technology in journalism to enhance user engagement and storytelling formats. [11] [12]

RecognitionEdit

Over the years, the platform and its founder have received several honors:

  • Rajyotsava Honor (2023) – by Janapada Sahitya Mattu Patrika Vedike [13]
  • Media Contribution Award (2024) – by the Karnataka Media and Communications Forum (KMCF) [14]
  • Excellence in Regional Source Award – presented by Janapada Mattu Kreeda Sangha, a cultural organization.[15]

InitiativesEdit

In addition to news publication, Kannada News Today has also initiated activities beyond regular reporting. In 2024, the platform introduced the Sadhana Awards to recognize grassroots journalists working in different districts of Karnataka. [16] [17] The same year, it also began conducting media literacy workshops in rural communities and government colleges, focusing on responsible news consumption and awareness of misinformation. [18] [19]

External linksEdit

See alsoEdit

ReferencesEdit

  1. ↑ "Satish Raj Goravigere Receives the Outstanding Media Contributor Award". Ahmedabad Mirror. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  2. ↑ "Revolutionizing Indian News: AI Anchors Leading the Realism Wave | Business Upturn". Business Upturn. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
  3. ↑ "Kannada News Today Marks Six Years of Regional Journalism Excellence - TheEntrepreneurPost". 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
  4. ↑ "ज़मीनी सच्चाइयों की कलम से, पत्रकार सतीश राज गोरविगेरे की 'राइटिंग निब' में छुपी मीडिया की अनसुनी दास्तान". Tandav Media (in हिन्दी). 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  5. ↑ "जर्नलिस्ट सतीश राज गोरविगेरे को मिला '2024 का बेस्ट मीडिया कंट्रीब्यूटर' अवॉर्ड". Jansampark Time (in हिन्दी). 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  6. ↑ "Satish Raj Goravigere, Journalist and Media Founder". Kannada News Today. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  7. ↑ "Hyper-Local Journalism Takes Center Stage: Sadhana Awards Debut in January 2026 - India CSR". India CSR. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
  8. ↑ "Celebrating Grassroots Media: The Inaugural Sadhana Hyper-Local Journalism Awards! - The Democrat". The Democrat. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
  9. ↑ "Kannada News Today Celebrates 6 Years of Journalism & Future Plans - Quora Magazine". 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  10. ↑ Milton, John (2025-06-14). "Karnataka's Digital Media Begin US-Focused Expansion - TedXMagazine". Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  11. ↑ "Revolutionizing Indian News: AI Anchors Leading the Realism Wave". Business Upturn. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  12. ↑ "AI Anchors Transforming Indian News: A Leap Towards Realism". Moneynomical. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  13. ↑ "Satish Raj Goravigere awarded for journalism efforts in Karnataka". Loktej English. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  14. ↑ "Journalist Satish Raj Goravigere honoured for media contributions". APN News. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  15. ↑ "Regional Digital Media Platform Receives Recognition for Its Contribution". ThePrint. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  16. ↑ "Debut of Sadhana Hyper-Local Journalism Awards to Celebrate Grassroots Media in 2026". Mango Bunch. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  17. ↑ "ಜನವರಿ 2026ರಲ್ಲಿ 'ಸಾಧನಾ ಹೈಪರ್-ಲೋಕಲ್ ಪತ್ರಿಕೋದ್ಯಮ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ' ಆರಂಭ". Vijayaprabha. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  18. ↑ "Media literacy campaign gains ground in Karnataka under journalists leadership". UP Chronicle. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  19. ↑ "Breaking Barriers in Journalism: Course for Aspiring Reporters Across India". India Shorts. 2025-06-14. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
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