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Cybersecurity & Banking Experts - Banking Data Breaches & Fraud

How safe are your savings with the bank? I'm working on a story for The Times of India about data leaks, banking data breaches and financial fraud. And I have quite a few questions! Would love to hear from cybersecurity professionals, banking experts, fintech specialists and industry analysts who can share their perspectives on the issue. If this sounds like your area of expertise, I'd love to pick your brain (promise, just a few questions!). Drop a comment or DM me, and I'll send the queries your way. #Cybersecurity #BankingFraud #DataPrivacy #DataBreaches

Indian Luxury Car Customisers - Times of India Feature

#journorequest Looking to connect with car customisation brands and studios I’m working on a feature story for The Times of India and am looking to connect with luxury car customisation brands, bespoke automotive studios and industry experts in India. (no car rentals) If you work in this space or know someone who does, please feel free to DM me or drop me an email at [email redacted] Thank you.

People Using AI for Social Advice - Communication & Connection Impact

Is AI making us better at communicating, but worse at connecting? I'm working on a story for TOI DIGITAL exploring how AI is changing the way we interact with people. From turning to ChatGPT for advice on awkward conversations to relying on it to understand emotions, resolve conflicts or figure out what to say, AI is increasingly becoming part of our social lives. Is it helping us become more confident and empathetic, or are we slowly losing the ability to navigate human relationships on our own? Is AI changing how we deal with disagreements, understand different perspectives and connect with people, or are we creating a bubble where we feel understood without truly understanding others? I'd love to hear your experiences or views on this. Do you use AI for social advice, or have thoughts on how it's changing the way people interact? Please reply to this post, DM me or email me ([email redacted]). I'd love to hear from you!

Tablescaping Experts & Festive Table Stylists - Diwali Trends

#Journorequest Diwali tablescaping trends. I’m working on a story for The Times of India supplements on how tablescaping is transforming Diwali hosting, from coordinated dinnerware and statement platters to cocktail glasses and festive table linen. I’m looking to connect with interior designers, home décor brands, tablescaping experts and individuals who love styling festive tables to share the latest trends and ideas. If you have insights to share, please comment below or DM. #Diwali #Tablescaping #HomeDecor

CIOs & AI Leaders - AI Infrastructure Day-2 Ops & Costs

I am working on a CIO&Leader (ET Edge) cover story themed around "𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗜". Most AI infrastructure talk stops at the build or the buy. We're interested in what happens after the pilot: running AI in production, on a budget, under regulation, with someone accountable when it fails. 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲: 1. Where AI runs, and how readiness is judged before a pilot gets capacity 2. What you can see once it's live, and what it really costs 3. Who owns it on day two: model retirements, agent identity, compliance clocks We're looking for end-user businesses from: • 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗙𝗦𝗜 • 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 • 𝗜𝗧 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗖𝗖𝘀 • 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 • 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 • 𝗔𝗣𝗜-𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱-𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 • 𝗠𝗶𝗱-𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CFOs and AI leaders, we'd like to hear from you, especially on what stalled and what you reversed. (Note: As this story focuses on end-user experience, we will not be taking vendor quotes, and we thank you for your understanding.) Please reach out to [email redacted] #AIInfrastructure #EnterpriseAI #CIO

Dermatologists & Skin Specialists - 500-Word Expert Contribution - TOI

TOI Online Media Opportunity Dermatologists | Skin Specialists | Beauty Experts Online opportunity with TOI for expert advice and commentary on skincare, beauty, hair, treatments and trending concerns. Requirements - 500-word expert contribution - No AI-generated content - Non-promotional - Expert-led, informative inputs Pr charges applicable Interested experts can share their profile, credentials and area of expertise for consideration. Dm for participation

Mathematicians - OpenAI Mass Dumping Proofs & Riemann Hypothesis

Looking to talk to mathematicians about Open AI mass dumping proof of problems, many spend their life solving. Do they dislike the process but appreciate the end result like going closer towards proving Quasi-Reimann Hypothesis. This is for a deep dive in Times of India. #OpenAI

Dermatologists & Beauty Experts - Skincare, Hair, Treatments & Trends

TOI Online Media Opportunity Dermatologists | Skin Specialists | Beauty Experts Online opportunity with TOI for expert advice and commentary on skincare, beauty, hair, treatments and trending concerns. Requirements - 500-word expert contribution - No AI-generated content - Non-promotional - Expert-led, informative inputs Interested experts can share their profile, credentials and area of expertise for consideration. Dm for participation

Forensic Toxicologist - Lethal Injection Dose Failure Science

URGENT: I’m working on a story for The Times of India examining the science behind Christa Pike’s botched execution and a central question: How can two lethal-injection doses fail? I’m looking to speak with someone with relevant medical or scientific expertise who can help explain what may happen physiologically when a lethal injection does not proceed as expected. I’m particularly interested in understanding the science of drug delivery, how the body responds to the drugs involved, and what could potentially cause a lethal dose to fail. If you have relevant expertise or can recommend someone, please DM me.

Spa Owners, Dermatologists & Couples In India - Pre-Festive Grooming

#Journorequest #TimesofIndia #WeddingWellness Looking for sources: Couples’ Grooming & Wellness Trends I’m working on a story exploring the growing trend of couples’ grooming and wellness packages ahead of the festive season. I’m looking to speak with: • Spa and wellness lounge owners/managers • Dermatologists and aesthetic clinic experts • Couples who have booked or tried couples’ wellness packages The story will look at trends such as pre-festive skin detoxes, couples’ spa experiences, customised skin-prep timelines and grooming routines ahead of Navratri and Diwali gatherings. If you’re in the industry or have experienced this trend, I’d love to hear from you. Please DM me or comment below, and I’ll get in touch.

Criminal Lawyers Handling Rape & Death Penalty Cases - Rarest of Rare

With reports of rape and sexual violence making headlines with alarming frequency, a difficult question often follows: If rape is such a grave crime, why isn’t the death penalty given in every case? I’m exploring this question for an exclusive story for The Times of India - looking beyond the headlines to understand the legal, psychological and human dimensions of rape and sentencing. I’m looking to speak with: • Criminal lawyers and advocates specialising in rape, sexual-offence and capital-punishment cases • Women’s rights and survivors’ rights activists working with victims and their families • Psychiatrists, clinical psychologists and trauma specialists who work with survivors of sexual violence I’m particularly interested in understanding what determines a death sentence, how the “rarest of rare” threshold is applied, and the arguments for and against capital punishment in rape cases. If you have relevant expertise or can connect me with someone who does, please DM me or write me at [email redacted]

Current IIT Students - JEE Prep Stress & Transition To College

I’m working on a story for The Times of India looking at the academic and mental-health pressures students may experience while preparing for competitive exams such as JEE, particularly during Classes 11 and 12 and the transition to IIT. I’m looking to speak with current IIT students about their experiences during their preparation years, including academic pressure, coaching, expectations, study routines, friendships, sleep, family expectations, and how they coped with the transition from school to college. If you’re willing to share your experience, please feel free to DM me. Anonymous inputs are absolutely welcome, and your identity will not be disclosed without your consent. If you know someone who may be willing to share their experience, I’d also appreciate it if you could pass this post along. Thank you.

NYC South Asian Residents & Organisers - Indian Festivals Post-Mamdani

In my next story for TOI, I’m looking at how Indian festivals in New York have grown more visible and elaborate in the wake of Mamdani’s election. I’m exploring how community-led Navaratri, Eid and Diwali celebrations are moving beyond diaspora circles to become part of the city’s wider cultural life. I’m looking to speak to: • South Asian residents, students and artists in New York • Festival organisers and community leaders • NYC-based South Asian artists and cultural figures • Sociologists, diaspora scholars and cultural observers If you have relevant inputs, contacts or suggestions, please DM me.

Urban Professionals Moving to Tier-II & III Cities - Retain Salary

Hi everyone! I’m working on a story about professionals who are voluntarily moving from big cities to tier-II/III cities or their hometowns, while retaining the same salary or taking only a small pay cut. I’m looking to speak to people who have made this shift and are enjoying a better quality of life — less commuting, lower costs, more time with family and perhaps a stronger sense of community — without compromising significantly on their careers or income. If you’ve made such a move, or are considering one, I’d love to hear about your experience. Please DM me. (This is for a story for Times of India.)

Residents in Big High-Rise Housing Projects - Basic Services Failures

I’m working on a story about life in large high-rise housing projects, where thousands of families live together. I’d like to hear from residents who have faced problems with basic services or infrastructure in their society. This is for an @ET_Wealth story Message me if you'd

Parents of Students Classes 9-12 - High School Parenting Experiences

Request for intro: I’m looking to speak with parents of students in Classes 9–12 for a story I’m currently reporting for ET. If you’re a parent of a student in Classes 9–12 — or know someone who might be willing to speak with me — please DM me or email me on [email redacted]. I’d be very grateful for introductions.

Indian Merchant Seafarers - Hormuz Death-Trap Risks

Hi all, on behalf of Times of India (digital only) I'm doing a story on how Indian sailors are stuck in the Hormuz death trap in the Middle East. I'm looking to talk to 1. Shipping companies especially with operations linked to Middle East. 2. People in merchant navy/seafarers especially who have been to the Middle East. 3. An international maritime/relations expert who can can give insight on how sailors can be protected and what more can be done to save Indian sailors from becoming victims in someone else war.

Gen Z Consumers in India - BNPL Usage & Motivations

BNPL apps are shutting down almost as fast as new ones are launching. So why does Gen Z keep swiping 'pay later'? I am currently working on a story for ETBFSI on the evolving Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) landscape in India, with a particular focus on its rapid adoption among Gen Z consumers, who now account for nearly 39% of the market. As part of this research, I am looking to speak with: Gen Z consumers, who have used BNPL services. I'm interested in understanding usage patterns, motivations and much more. Professionals working at BNPL companies or in the broader fintech/lending space, who can offer data-driven insight into user growth, credit risk, EMI adoption, and how the industry is adapting to tightening regulatory oversight. If you fall into either category and are open to a brief conversation (15–20 minutes) or would like to share your perspective via email, I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. All contributions will be duly credited in The Economic Times. Please feel free to comment below or DM me or e-mail [email redacted] Thank you in advance for your time and insight. Anushka Sengupta #BNPL #FinTech #BuyNowPayLater #GenZ #FinancialServices #India #ConsumerFinance

Students Cleared 10th Joining FYJC in Mumbai - Bombay Times Story

Guys, any college kid here? Who's just cleared 10th and joining/joined FYJC? Pls DM me. This is for a story in Bombay Times #journorequest #mumbai #mumbaifyjc

Managers & Assistants of Celebrities - Mumbai Mirror Diaries

Journo request. Happy to connect with managers and assistants of actors, sportspersons, influencers, musicians, artists, designers to feature them in the diary section of Mumbai Mirror. Details about the diary section: Every day, Mumbai Mirror's Diaries section captures the buzz around celebrities, featuring their travels, holiday snapshots, event appearances, and other noteworthy moments that keep readers connected to the world of entertainment If interested, I'm available at [email redacted]