What was your first job as a journalist?
Intern reporter
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Yes, I still use it. I have a good collection.
How is social media changing news?
People Controlling the narratives are one of the biggest drivers.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Khushwant Singh
What does it mean to be a journalist?
Journalists are responsible for objectively reporting news and events, often conducting interviews and investigations. They play a crucial role in informing the public, shaping public opinion, and holding institutions accountable. Journalism requires a commitment to truth, accuracy, and ethical standards.
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
CareerEndingTwitterTypos
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
Give it a shot anytime, just make sure I am not sleeping.
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
Excel, Datawrapper, Flourish, Tableau, Google Trends, Keywords and News
What's your favorite social network?
Facebook
Who do you wish followed you?
Piers Morgan
Why did you become a journalist?
New day, new task, new work, new story.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
I used to contribute for the annual school magazine, mainly skits, jokes and essays.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
Covid-19 story on flower vendors of Varanasi.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Write more and make more videos.
When's the best time to pitch you?
Anytime, just make sure I am not sleeping.
What's the best pitch you ever got?
Mental conditions on the children in care homes.
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
I don't think so I have got something like that.
What's your favorite drink?
*******
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
Either on the field, or in the kitchen.
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
David Attenbrough, Amr Waked
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
I don't think those who know me have misconceptions.
