DNPA Conclave 2026: Digital news leaders emphasize trust, credibility and content in new era of journalism | India News

The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) Conclave 2026 took place in New Delhi on Thursday, bringing together India’s foremost digital media leaders. The event focuses on the dynamic evolution of journalism, governance and digital innovation, centered around the theme: “New World Order in News: Rewriting the Playbook for a Resilient Digital Future”.“During DNPA Conclave 2026, the panel ‘From Creation to Compensation: The Economics of Content’ was moderated by Prasad Sanyal, Group Business Head, DNPA times of india.com, times of india.comand Whatshot, delves into the complexities of content economics. The discussion explored the importance of building trust, monetization strategies, and a digital-first approach in today’s evolving media ecosystem.Speaking at the conclave, Nandini Bhalla, editor-in-chief of The Word magazine and former editor of Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, Brides Today and Grazia, emphasized the enduring value of print principles in digital journalism: “The Word is digital, but with print at its core. All the values ​​that print stands for – trust, research, journalism – we bring them into the digital world where our audiences are. Digital is where all the action is, but content will always be king, whether on paper or on your phone.“Malini Agarwal, founder of MissMalini and co-founder of IF, emphasized the role of authenticity and reliability in digital content: “Anyone can create content. But who do you trust? Whose content do you trust is where the real value lies. Print still has the power of authenticity, while digital has pace. The content that survives will be authentic.”Dhruv Chitgopekar, co-founder and partner, Collective Artists Network, added: “Trust is no longer optional. Consistency, authenticity and depth of content are crucial. Digital has amplified the need to be yourself, be credible and invest in your subject expertise.”DNPA Conclave 2026 is an important platform for policymakers, media leaders and industry experts to come together to discuss the evolving world of journalism, governance and digital innovation. Through curated panel discussions and expert-led sessions, the conference will highlight the emerging trends, common challenges and future roadmap of the Indian digital media landscape. As India’s digital news ecosystem faces unprecedented disruption, the conference emphasized that the future of content depends not just on speed but also on credibility, innovation and strategic value.DNPA is India’s premier industry body representing the country’s leading digital media organizations. It works to enhance credible journalism, uphold ethical standards and achieve sustainable growth in the digital news ecosystem.