What was your first job as a journalist?
A series on behavioral biases in investing, for Moneycontrol
Have you ever used a typewriter?
No. Would love to, though.
How is social media changing news?
Quick bites, no depth.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Manas Chakravarty
What does it mean to be a journalist?
It's a privilege to have a voice that can reach so many people. A privilege, and a responsibility.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
I don't track hashtags
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
By arousing my curiosity on the subject
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
My hands, my eyes, and my mind
What's your favorite social network?
Reddit
Who do you wish followed you?
Amitabh Bachhan, Narendra Modi
Why did you become a journalist?
I like writing and storytelling.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, I was a late bloomer in the regard
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
There are many
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Write what you know
When's the best time to pitch you?
Afternoon
What's the best pitch you ever got?
Can't remember
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
Can't remember
What's your favorite drink?
Water
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Sleeping
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
Mint
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
That we make investment recommendations. We only present the facts.
