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Shreya Dhoundial joins Mirror Now as executive editor
Mumbai: Mirror Now on Tuesday announced the appointment of Shreya Dhoundial as its executive editor. In her new role, Shreya will host the channel’s flagship show, The Urban Debate, at 8 p.m. and will be an integral part of the editorial leadership team, driving the channel’s efforts to deliver accurate, relevant, and unbiased news to its viewers.
Based out of Mirror Now’s Noida office, Shreya will report to Mirror Now managing director Nikunj Garg.
Prior to this, Shreya was defence editor at CNN-News18 and was associated with the network for close to 17 years.
Nikunj said, “We are delighted to welcome Shreya to the Mirror Now team. With an in-depth understanding of the real essence of news, Shreya truly embodies Mirror Now’s brand ethos and is a valuable addition in fortifying the brand’s narrative of delivering news stories that influence, engage, and impact.”
“Raising national interest on critical topics like women’s safety, gender equality, the energy crisis, gaps in urban infrastructure and climate change, The Urban Debate is a highly viewed and critically appreciated news show that has redefined the prime-time news landscape. I am confident that Shreya, with her sharp journalistic acumen and domain expertise, will take the show to new heights and lead national issues with a clear agenda of impacting change,” he added.
With a prolific TV journalism career spanning two decades, Shreya brings sharp insights, in-depth research, and accuracy to her news reporting.
On her appointment, Shreya Dhoundial said, “I’m honoured to join Mirror Now, a brand that has always been aligned to the people’s pulse. The channel has consistently raised issues that matter to citizens and influenced positive impact. This content philosophy has always resonated with me and that brings me to Mirror Now. I look forward to being a part of this very talented and dynamic team. On ‘The Urban Debate’ my aim will be to demand answers and accountability from the powers that be.”
Shreya, an award-winning journalist and renowned prime time anchor, has closely tracked national security stories and has been credited with reporting the most significant stories across the spectrum, including the 26/11 attacks, the India-China standoff at the LAC, and the Covid Crisis, among others.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
