Google News executive Shailesh Prakash resigns as tensions with publishers mount: report

A key executive from Google’s news division has reportedly resigned from his post – a departure that occurred during a period of rising tensions with publishers who have accused the search giant of siphoning critical advertising revenue.Shailesh Prakash had served as a vice president and general manager for Google News. A source confirmed that he is no longer with the company.The Wall Street Journal first reported on his resignation, citing people familiar with the matter.The circumstances behind Prakash’s ...