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Wildlife Experts in Gir, Gujarat - Asiatic Lion Story

#JournoRequest Hi, I am wanting to connect with wildlife experts for a story on Asiatic lions in Gir, Gujarat. The story will go live today around 2 pm. Kindly connect with me ASAP on [email redacted] #PRrequest #JournoRequest #mediarequest #journorequest #Gir #Gujarat

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Gen Z Men & Sociologists - Emotional Openness in Male Friendships

Hello, connections! “Off Campus” has been making waves for quite some time now. Inspired by the camaraderie among the boys on the show, I’m currently working on a story about how Gen Z men are beginning to open up to their male friends about childhood trauma, insecurities, emotional struggles, and even the importance of apologising when necessary. Growing up, I was often surrounded by boys in school and college whose conversations largely revolved around sports, partying, and everyday banter. Vulnerability and emotional honesty, especially within male friendships, seemed rare. However, shows like “Off Campus” appear to be sparking conversations around masculinity that embrace emotional openness, self-reflection, and healing. For this story, I’m looking to speak with Gen Z men who are fostering emotionally supportive friendships, working through personal challenges, and growing alongside their male friend groups. While women have long relied on their friendships for emotional support, it’s interesting to see similar dynamics emerge among young men today. I’m also looking to connect with sociologists and experts who can share their insights on this shift in male friendships and emotional expression. Please write to me at [email redacted] Thank you! #journorequests

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India Travel Operators & Aviation Experts - Iran Conflict & Fuel Hike

#JournoRequest Hi, For my next story for #IndianExpress digital, I am wanting to speak to travel operators, travel and aviation experts, booking platoforms etc. to understand how the ongoing war in Iran, followed by fuel price hike in India have impacted outbound travel. PM Modi earlier this month urged people to avoid international holidays as much as possible. As a result, it’s likely that both outbound and inbound tourism will be impacted. Let’s discuss this in detail on [email redacted] #mediarequest #Journorequest #Iranwar #PMModi

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Separated & Divorced Women in India - Rebuilding Life After Separation

Hi everyone, I’m working on an upcoming byline for The Indian Express on the experience of being a separated or divorced woman in India. What it truly feels like to rebuild life from scratch while navigating emotional upheaval, societal judgement, loneliness, finances, parenting, identity shifts, and the pressure to 'move on.' Too often, conversations around divorce focus only on the legal aspect. But what happens after the separation papers? What does everyday life actually look and feel like for women trying to start over? I’m looking to speak with: • Women who are separated or divorced, who want to share their lived experiences • Mental health experts who work closely with women navigating separation, divorce, grief, stigma, and rebuilding self-worth Some of the themes I hope to explore: – The emotional toll of separation – Starting over financially and socially – Loneliness, shame, and societal perception – Parenting after divorce – Dating and trust after separation – Identity, healing, and rediscovering oneself If you’d be open to speaking with me, or know someone whose perspective deserves to be heard, please comment below or DM me. #journorequest

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K-12 Teachers in Gurgaon - Private Equity Impact on Schools

Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager, was reportedly eyeing a stake in a large Indian school chain last November. That is also when KKR, the world’s second-largest private equity firm, which already holds a majority stake in one of the country's biggest educational group, increased its investments in the group. And they are not alone. Even some of India’s largest private equity investors are increasingly millions of dollars into K-12 schools. Gurgaon, with its dense corporate ecosystem and dual-income families, is one of the hubs for these schools, apart from Bangalore and Hyderabad. But why are investors interested in schools? And aren’t schools in India supposed to be non-profit? I explore these questions in my latest full-page for The Indian Express— how private equity invests in education despite the sector’s regulatory structure, what makes schools attractive to investors, and the changes and concerns that follow when institutional capital enters classrooms. I spoke to investors, school operators, teachers, parents, students and people who have watched this space for a long time, to understand how classrooms are changing: from expansion and standardisation to questions around teacher autonomy, school culture and how to see this phenomenon. Link to the full story in comments. PS. If you are a student, teacher, school operator, investor or anyone who works in this space, I would like to hear from you, as we want to keep reporting on this evolving space. Norbert Fernandes Piyush Gupta Prajodh Rajan Jai Decosta Lighthouse Learning Group K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd. Heritage International Xperiential School (HIXS Gurgaon) Orchids The International School Sridhar Rajagopalan Amitabh Jhingan Dr. Ameeta Mulla Wattal

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Domestic Abuse Survivors in India - Financial Independence Impact

Hi all, I'm currently working on a piece that tries to understand whether financial independence actually plays a contributing role in determining whether you stay in an abusive relationship/marriage. A sensitive issue in today's socio-political climate, but an equally important one. I'm looking for personal anecdotes, as well as quotes from financial experts, sociologists and mental health professionals. If you or your client is interested in sharing your thoughts on the same, I'm all ears. Please reach out in the comments or DM me. This piece is for The Indian Express digital. #journorequest #finance #independence #relationships

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