National Institute of Mass Communication & Journalism, Ahmedabad
( Affiliated to Gujarat University )
( Affiliated to Gujarat University )
The landscape of news dissemination has evolved significantly over the years, from the era of newspapers to the advent of the telegraph, radio, and television. The transition from printed news to televised narratives brought about a more accessible and human touch to information. News anchors emerged as the faces that viewers trusted for unbiased reporting and factual information. Journalism, as a responsibility, entails being on the side of truth and statistics, raising issues that may be overlooked by the public and the government. Here, we spotlight some of the leading female news anchors in India who have set benchmarks in the field.
Hailing from Jhansi, Anjana is the executive editor of Aaj Tak. Her career began at Doordarshan, and she later moved to Zee News before joining Aaj Tak in 2007. Despite her excellence, Anjana has faced criticism for biased anchoring and accusations of favoring right-wing ideologies. Notably, she drew public backlash for her behavior at a neonatal ICU during an encephalitis outbreak in Bihar.
Known for hosting the talk show "Zindagi Live" on IBN7, Richa Anirudh is celebrated for her unique approach of emotionally connecting with guests. Starting her career with Zee News, she later joined IBN7 and currently runs her own YouTube channel, "Zindagi with Richa," emphasizing the importance of humanity.
A senior executive editor at Aaj Tak, Shweta Singh, originally from Patna, Bihar, has been active in journalism since her college days. Despite more than 20 years in the field, she maintains a humble nature and considers herself a misfit for the profession.
The host of NDTV's "Left Right & Centre," Nidhi Razdan graduated from Lady Shree Ram College, Delhi, and joined NDTV in 1999. While covering a wide range of topics, her journalism is often criticized for its left-leaning bias, particularly in her critiques of the BJP government.
Born in Jammu, Mini Menon started her journalism career with CNBC TV18 and later worked as the News Editor for Times Now. Presently, she is the Co-founder and Editor of Live History India, a platform dedicated to collecting historical stories and facts about India.
An anchor on CNBC International and Co-anchor of Street Signs Asia, Tanvir Gill, a graduate from Jesus and Merry College with an MBA in Finance, has interviewed notable figures like Warren Buffet and Raghuram Rajan. She hosted The Economic Times Global Business Summit in 2016.
Padma Shree awardee and founder of Mojo, Barkha Dutt spent 21 years at NDTV. Known for her courageous journalism, she faced criticism for her coverage during the Kargil war and the 2008 Mumbai terror attack. The owner of Mojo, she founded the news channel in 2017.
With a degree in Philosophy from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and a master’s in Communication Studies from the University of Pune, Shereen Bhan is the Managing Editor of CNBC-TV18. Her focus on business and policy journalism has earned her accolades, including FICCI Woman of the Year in 2005.
An economics graduate from St. Xavier’s College in Mumbai, Menaka Doshi began her journalism career as a Feature Reporter on India Business Report on TV18. With over 19 years of experience, she currently serves as the Managing Editor at Bloomberg Quint.
Founder of SheThePeopleTV, Shaili Chopra, a business journalist, holds a Masters in Broadcast and Television from The Asian College of Journalism. Her platform is dedicated to empowering women, and she has worked for NDTV, ETNOW, and CNBC.
These female news anchors have not only excelled in their journalistic endeavors but have also revolutionized the field, bringing unique perspectives and insights to the forefront. Despite facing criticism and challenges, they continue to be trailblazers in the world of Indian journalism.
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