Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 7: Kannada News Today, the regional news platform founded by journalist Satish Raj Goravigere, was formally felicitated this week with the title of Best Regional News Source (Regional award). The recognition was presented by the cultural organisation Janapada Kala Mattu Kreeda Sangha during a public event attended by local media professionals and community representatives.

The award, which had been announced earlier, was officially handed over in a gathering that highlighted the importance of grassroots journalism. The organisation noted the platform’s consistent coverage of civic, rural, and cultural issues across Karnataka, particularly in districts often overlooked by mainstream outlets.

Founded in 2019, Kannada News Today has built its identity around people-first reporting, focusing on stories from smaller towns and regional communities. The editorial team has worked on public-interest topics ranging from infrastructure gaps to local heritage preservation.

Satish Raj Goravigere, who received the honour on behalf of the team, has previously been recognised with the Rajyotsava Journalism Honour (2023) and the Outstanding Media Contribution of the Year Award (2024) for his individual work in regional media.

Who is Satish Raj Goravigere?

Satish Raj Goravigere is a journalist and media founder from Bengaluru, Karnataka, known for his contributions to regional journalism. He foundedKannada News Today in 2019 with a focus on local reporting, civic issues, and cultural coverage. He also founded Timesnib, an English-language news portal, in 2025. Over the years, he has emerged as a strong advocate for ground-level journalism in the Kannada digital space, with recognition for his editorial leadership and commitment to public-interest stories.

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In related developments, sources suggest the platform is in the early stages of acquiring licensing for a regional satellite channel, which is expected to focus on civic updates and cultural programming. While still under process, the step reflects an interest in expanding beyond digital publishing into broader media formats.

To encourage and recognise reporting from underrepresented areas, Kannada News Today has also initiated the Sadhana Hyperlocal Award, aimed at acknowledging the contributions of rural journalists and field reporters working at the grassroots level across the state.