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Siddhartha Sharma appointed executive editor of NDTV Auto
MUMBAI: Every engine has a story, and NDTV Auto is now tuned for the next chapter. Siddhartha Sharma has joined as executive editor, bringing over 14 years of experience at the intersection of journalism, technology, and storytelling.
From ET Now’s Technoholik to TV Today’s Gadgets & Gizmos and Good News Today, Siddhartha has built a reputation for crafting stories that combine insight with perspective. At Network18, he launched India’s first digital-first auto and tech show on CNN-News18, redefining how audiences connect with innovation. His stint at The Quint saw him pioneer VR reviews, mobile-first formats, and selfie interviews, pushing the boundaries of immersive journalism.
Siddhartha’s experience extends beyond India. During his global tenure in Canada, he honed digital strategy, client development, and cross-cultural storytelling, adding fresh dimensions to his already versatile creative toolkit.
NDTV CEO and editor-in-chief Rahul Kanwal said, “Siddhartha brings a rare fusion of creative instinct and deep knowledge of the auto industry. He doesn’t just review cars, he explores culture, design, and the emotion behind innovation, adding purpose to every story.”
Siddhartha Sharma added, “NDTV has set the benchmark for credible and meaningful auto journalism. Joining NDTV Auto at a time when mobility is being reshaped by technology, design, and sustainability is exciting, and I look forward to this journey.”
At NDTV, Siddhartha will lead the transformation of NDTV Auto into a platform as intuitive as the vehicles it celebrates, spotlighting mobility, sustainability, and design with imagination and integrity. With his appointment, NDTV deepens its pursuit of stories that go beyond power and performance, capturing how innovation is shaping the way India moves, thinks, and aspires.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
