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Brig. Kuldip Singh (Retd) has, apart from the Armed Forces (1976-2006), also served as the Principal Director (Defence), National Security Council Secretariat (2006-2015), as Sr. Consultant in India's National Disaster Management Authority (2016-2021), and as Country Head of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (Thailand) (2021-2022).

By Dr. (Major) Rajesh Bhardwaj is Consultant at MedFirst ENT Centre.

Chander M. Lall is a senior advocate practising in Delhi High Court and the Supreme Court, specialising in intellectual property law.  

Colonel Danvir Singh (Retd) is a defence expert, columnist and author. He is an associate editor with Indian Defence Review and consultant with ABP News. 

Established in 1986, Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ) has a long-standing presence in India’s equity markets. DSIJ's approach reflects decades of observing market behaviour and business cycles. DSIJ aligns fundamental strength with price action, keeping timing and risk discipline at the core. Research follows a structured and considered approach, with capital preservation given equal importance as returns, for investors and traders seeking depth beyond short-term market noise. SEBI Registered Research Analyst (INH000006396).  

The author, Dr. Abhijit Joshi, is the Head Of The Department and Consultant - Cardiology, at Manipal Hospital, Baner, Pune.

The author, Dr. Anshul Singh, is the Team Lead, Clinical Nutrition & Dietics Dept, at Artemis Hospitals.

Dr. Archika Didi is Phd in Meditation and Vice Chairperson of Vishwa Jagriti Mission

Dr. Balaji BS is Neurologist at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road

Dr. Brajesh Kumar Tiwari is Associate Professor, Atal School of Management (ABVSME), at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.

Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja is Professorial Fellow in Economics and Trade at Gateway House and Senior Research Associate at ODI in London.

Dr. Gurpreet Kaur Virk, is a Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, at Manipal Hospital, Patiala.

Dr. Jayanti Mani, is Consultant, Neurology, at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.

Dr. Ketaki Subhedar is Consultant in Pediatric Ophthalmology at Disha Eye Hospitals 

Dr. Mohna Chauhan is MBBS, MD (Dermatology & Cosmetology) Consultant Dermatologist & Cosmetic Surgeon at Prakash Hospital

Dr. Rahul Mehrotra is Chief - NIC & Clinical Cardiology at Artemis Hospitals

Dr. Ridhima Arora is MBBS, MD (Dermatology & VD) at Malik Radix Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Samir Parikh (psychiatrist) is the Chief Mental Wellness Expert with the Paris 2024 Medical Team appointed by the Indian Olympic Association.  

Dr. Sandeep Satsangi is Lead Consultant – Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

The author, Dr. Shalmali Inamdar, is Consultant, Physician and Adult Infectious Diseases, at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.

Dr. Shama Kovale, is a Consultant, ENT Surgeon, Voice and Swallowing Specialist at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.

Dr. Vikram Vora is Medical Director at International SOS

Dr. Yogesh Kulkarni, is Surgical Oncology, Head - Gynecologic Oncology, Robotic Surgeon, at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital and Medical Research Institute, Mumbai.

Jonathan T. Fried is Senior Associate, Economics Program at the Center for Strategic & International Studies.

Lt Gen. Vinod Khandare (Retd) is the Principal Advisor to the Ministry of Defence. He served as the Military Advisor in the National Security Council Secretariat under the Prime Minister's Office from 2018 to 2021. Prior to this, he held the positions of Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency and Deputy Chief of the Integrated Defence Staff for Intelligence from 2015 to 2018. With a distinguished career spanning nearly four decades in the Indian Army, Lt Gen. Khandare has extensive experience in intelligence, strategic planning, and national security. 

(Prashant Kumar is a leading media strategist and CEO in Asia and a commentator on media, economy and strategy. He authored the Penguin book - Made in future)

Prof. (Dr.) Caroline Agboola is Professor at Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences, OP Jindal Global University.

Rajesh Mehta is a leading International Consultant in the field of Market Entry, Innovation and Public Policy & Ashraf Nehal is a geopolitical analyst based out of London.

Aashish Dubey is an Anchor & Producer at ABP Live. With over five years in the news industry, he specialises in automobile, business, and entertainment coverage, delivering sharp, credible, and audience-first news, reviews, and web stories. You can reach out to him at aashish.d@abpnetwork.com.

Aashu Mishra is a Deputy Producer at ABP News. A Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication, she writes, edits and produces content for the Entertainment section of ABP Live website.

Aastha Raj is an Associate Multimedia Producer with ABP LIVE Digital. She covers national, international stories along with big breakings of the day. She also contributes to the Sports and Entertainment Desk and her authored articles can be read at: https://news.abplive.com/authors/aastha-raj. 

Abha Singh, a former civil servant, is a lawyer and human rights activist. She is the founder of the RannSamar Foundation and Partner at Aditya Pratap Law Offices, Mumbai. 

Abhinav Mehrotra is an contributing author for ABP Live English. A legal expert, he is an Associate Professor at Jindal Global Law School, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, India

Abhishek is the News Desk Lead at ABP Live English, heading a team of brilliant writers. Hailing from Guwahati, Assam, he writes on politics, defence, education, and health. He's passionate about playing cricket and console gaming. A news and current affairs person through & through, Abhishek enjoys food, cooking, and long drives in his leisure.

Abhishek De is Chief Copy Editor at ABP Live. With an experience of over seven years in editing and reporting in both print and digital media, Abhishek writes on health, politics, and sports when he is not editing or managing desk operations.

With ABP News, Iam covering Crime Beat as my primary beat, else this Working on several other beats as per the demand of Assignment.  I have an experience of 17 years in Journalism. Experience of both mediums Print & Electronics media.

ABP Live Business is your daily window into India’s money matters, tracking stock market moves, gold and silver prices, auto industry shifts, global and domestic economic trends, and the fast-moving world of cryptocurrency, with sharp, reliable reporting that helps readers stay informed, invested, and ahead of the curve.

ABP Live Entertainment brings you the latest from the world of films, OTT, television and celebrity culture, tracking box office numbers, streaming trends, star buzz and pop culture moments across India and beyond, with crisp, credible reporting that keeps readers plugged into everything that’s trending, talking, and taking over screens.

ABP Live News delivers round-the-clock coverage of India and the world, tracking politics, policy, governance, crime, courts and breaking developments, while offering sharp, verified reporting that helps readers stay informed, aware and connected to the stories shaping public life.

ABP Live Sports delivers fast, accurate coverage of cricket, football and global sporting action, tracking live scores, match highlights, player form, records and big tournament moments, while offering sharp analysis that keeps fans informed, invested and ahead of every game-changing play.

ABP Live Tech tracks the pulse of the digital world, covering smartphones, gadgets, apps, AI, startups, cybersecurity and emerging innovations, while decoding launches, updates and policy shifts with sharp, reliable reporting that helps readers stay informed, secure and future-ready.

Adhil Shetty is the CEO of Bankbazaar.com.

Ajay Kumar works with ABP Live as a Senior Copy Editor and writes on developments taking place in the country, politics, social issues and international beat.

Ajay Sehrawat is Spokesperosn, Delhi BJP.

Alicia Garcia Herrero is Adjunct Professor at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Amandeep Narang is Senior Copy Editor at ABP Live English. A seasoned film reviewer and cultural critic, Narang brings sharp insight and storytelling flair to entertainment and lifestyle news. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at amandeepn@abpnetwork.com.

The author is the Senior Managing Director at Ankura Consulting, which provides integrated strategic counsel to help its clients address complex issues.

Amit Upadhyay is an Associate Professor at Jindal Global Law School, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, India.

Anand Kochukudy is a journalist and columnist based in South India.

Anand Prakash is a Brand & Communication Consultant.

Anand Prakash is an automobile enthusiast and brand management professional.

Anant Mishra is a Visiting Fellow at the International Centre for Policing Security at the University of South Wales.

Animesh Bhardwaj is Chief Copy Editor at ABP Live English, covering Education, Politics, National and Global Affairs. He is committed to clear, meaningful reporting and creates impactful, reader-focused content. For tips or queries, reach out at animesh.b@abpnetwork.com

Anindita Neogy Anaam is a Kathak dancer, educator and a communications professional.

Dr Anjal Prakash is Research Director at the Bharti Institute of Public Policy, Indian School of Business. He contributes to Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports.

Clinical Associate Professor (Research) and Research Director at Bharti Institute of Public Policy, Indian School of Business  

Annie Sharma is a technology journalist at ABP Live English, focused on breaking down complex tech stories into clear, reader-friendly narratives. Gaining hands-on experience in digital storytelling and news writing with leading publications, Annie believes technology should feel accessible rather than overwhelming, and follows a clear, reader-first approach in her work. For tips and queries, you can reach out to her at annies@abpnetwork.com.

Anshul Pandey is an author and columnist. 

Anuttama Banerji is a political analyst based in New Delhi. She is at present the South Asian Visiting Fellow with the Stimson Center, U.S. 

Apoorva Gupta is a Copy Editor at ABP Live English, where she covers politics, crime, international affairs, and hyperlocal developments. She handles breaking news, contributes to real-time updates, live blogs, visual stories, and sharp headlines during fast-paced news cycles. Her keen eye for news brings accuracy and strong editorial judgement to the general desk. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at apoorvag@abpnetwork.com.

Arfa Javaid is Deputy News Editor at ABP Live English with 7+ years of newsroom experience. She leads the Entertainment & Lifestyle desk, covers multiple beats, is an award-winning poet, and is often found reading non-fiction with her cat. For tips and queries, you can reach out to her at arfaj@abpnetwork.com.

Dr. Aastha Ahuja is Associate Professor, Economics Department, at Aryabhatta College in Delhi University.

Avinash Rai is currently working as a Producer at ABP News. He holds a diploma in Journalism from IIMC and is a graduate of the University of Allahabad. At present, Avinash is part of the digital wing of ABP News, where he serves as an Original Video Producer. He has a keen interest in politics and regularly writes and produces video content on political issues for ABP News’ digital platforms.

Ayesha Fatima is a Senior Copy Editor at ABP Live English covering politics, national developments and global affairs. She brings clarity, curiosity and a reader-first approach to every piece she writes. She holds a Master’s degree in Convergent Journalism from Jamia Millia Islamia. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at ayeshaf@abpnetwork.com.

Badsha Ray is a jack of all trades and master of some. Having spent 8+ years in the industry, he loves to talk to people on and off screen. From cheering Indian Cricket Team to singing Glory Glory Man United, sports is life for him. Multi-Media Producer by day and Kishore Da, Eminem and Bob Dylan fan by night, that's Badsha Ray for you. P.s. His name is Badsha for real, we checked!

Bharathi SP is a journalist and Associate Producer at ABP Live English, chasing breaking news and digging up untold stories, mostly from South India. With over 7 years of experience in the news industry, she’s worked across both print and digital platforms, wearing many hats: sub-editor, senior reporter, and, now, producer. An alumna of ACJ and IGNOU, Bharathi focuses on politics, inclusive development and stories that connect the states with the nation. She has a soft spot for long-form narratives, sharp angles and all things political.  For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at bharathi@abpnetwork.com.

Bishow Parajuli is the former United Nations World Food Programme Representative India, Yemen & Egypt.

Prof (Dr) Christian Kaunert is a Professor of International Security at Dublin City University, Ireland. 

Darshan Desai is a veteran journalist and the Founder Editor of Development News Network [DNN], Gujarat.

DD Purkayastha is former MD & CEO of ABP.

The author is Senior Manager, Responsible Investment and Governance, APG Asset Management Asia

Deep Dasgupta is a former Team India cricketer who played across formats. He is now one of the most prolific bilingual commentators and cricket show presenters.

Deepika Bhatt is a Deputy News Editor at ABP Live English. With a keen eye on national politics and a firm pulse on what city readers crave, she likes breaking one story at a time. She ensures that news stories provide a comprehensive information package. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at deepikab@abpnetwork.com.

Deutsche Welle is Germany's international broadcaster. As an independent media outlet, Deutsche Welle provides unbiased news and information in 32 languages around the world.  

Devyani Nautiyal is a Copy Editor at ABP Live English, specialising in entertainment, lifestyle and health stories that resonate with a broad audience. She also has a knack for writing about religion and Indian culture. With over 19 years of experience as a classical Kathak dancer, she brings a deep appreciation for Indian culture, rhythm, and storytelling to everything she does.  For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at devyanin@abpnetwork.com.

Dinesh Akula is the founder and CEO of HashtagU and was a former Star News (now ABP News) Raipur bureau in charge. He is a Chevening scholar, IVLP fellow and Ramnath Goenka Awardee.

Disha Sharma is a Fellow at the Center of Policy Research and Governance, and former air pollution expert at UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific.

Divya Jain (Sport Psychologist) is the Mental Wellness Expert with the Paris 2024 Medical Team appointed by the Indian Olympic Association.

The author, Dr Amitabh Singh, is the Senior Consultant – Genito Uro-Oncology, at RGCIRC (Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre), New Delhi.

Dr Anil Kumar is the Chief Water Scientist at Eureka Forbes.

Dr G Pardha Saradhi Varma is the Vice-Chancellor KL Deemed to be University.

The author, Kaushik Pandit, is the President, Endocrine Society of India, Chief Consultant Endocrinologist, at Belle Vue Clinic, Kolkata.

Dr Mandeep Singh Basu is the director of Mirasa Ayurveda

Dr Ojha is a leading strategist in defence and national security, who dissects modern battlefields with clarity, positioning India’s security discourse against China, the US, and emerging threats.

The author is an esteemed scholar holding a PhD in Urdu from the prestigious Aligarh Muslim University.

Dr Rohit Yadav is an Assistant Professor at the School of Business Management, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai. He has a PhD from IIM Ranchi.

Dr S Ramachandra Reddy is a political analyst.

Dr. Xi Zeng is the Founder & CEO of Chance AI and a former Product Director at OnePlus and AI leader at TikTok.

CEO and Co-founder, Mudrex- A Global Algorithm Based Crypto Investment Platform

Girish Linganna is a defence, aerospace and political analyst based in Bengaluru. He is also the Director of ADD Engineering Components, India, Pvt. Ltd, a subsidiary of ADD Engineering GmbH, Germany.

Hirdesh Kumar Singh is a senior Vedic astrologer, media strategist, and digital content expert with over 25 years of experience in astrology, spirituality, and digital journalism. He writes for ABP Live and currently leads its Astro and Religion sections, interpreting planetary movements through the lens of modern life. An alumnus of IIMC, New Delhi, he has also served as an astrology consultant with platforms like AstroSage and Astrotalk. He is known for several high-profile predictions that later proved accurate across politics, entertainment, sports, and public policy. You can reach out to him at hirdeshs@abpnetwork.com.  

Inder Singh Namdhari is the first, and only, Sikh to become a MLA in Bihar and Jharkhand. A Sikh refugee from Pakistan, whose family was displaced during the Partition of the country in 1947, he went on to win seven elections in the two states. As a first-time MLA in 1980, he was elected as leader of Bihar BJP's legislative Party, and in 1988, as the president of the party's Bihar unit. In 1995, he was a minister in the cabinet of then Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav. After Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar in 2000, he was chosen as the state's first speaker. His became a member of Parliament from Chatra in 2009, as an independent candidate.

Ivan Timofeev is Director General, Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) and Programme Director, Valdai Club.

Kamal Das is the Dean at the Wadhwani Center for Government Digital Transformation (WGDT), Wadhwani Foundation.

The author is a practising advocate in the Supreme Court and founding partner of the law firm, Ark Legal. 

Lakshmana Venkat Kuchi is a senior journalist, formerly associated with Press Trust of India, The Hindu, Sunday Observer and Hindustan Times and has worked across India in New Delhi, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. He now lives and works out of Bengaluru.

Lokesh Suji is the Director of the Esports Federation of India (ESFI), and the Vice President of the Asian Esports Federation (AESF). ESFI is a full member of the International Esports Federation (IESF), Global Esports Federation (GEF), and Asian Esports Federation (AESF).

Ma Jia is the Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of Chinese Embassy in India.

The author, Madhura Paroolkar Behki, is a Nutrition Expert, at Cult.

Mitali Nikore is founder and chief economist at Nikore Associates, an economics research group.

Mrityunjay Singh is the Deputy Bureau Chief – Maharashtra at ABP News, with over 19 years of experience in broadcast journalism. He covers politics, governance, security, and major developments across Mumbai and Maharashtra, delivering ground-reports with sharp analysis and credibility. He also has a keen interest in international affairs and defence.

Nayanima Basu is an independent journalist writing on international relations and strategic affairs for ABP Live English. Basu is also the author of 'The Fall of Kabul: Despatches From Chaos'.

Nilesh Budhawale reports for ABP News from Maharashtra.

Nishant Saxena is a storyteller and social commentator, who is otherwise a science communications professional with close to two decades of experience.

Nivedita Mukherjee is a contributing writer for ABP Live English. A business journalist for more than 15 years, she has written extensively on economy, policy, and international relations in Indian newspapers and magazines.

Padmapani Bora is Secretary, Tourism, Government of Assam.

Pallav Bora is a senior journalist with over 25 years of professional experience. He has reported across print, television and online media.

Maj Gen (Dr) Pawan Anand, who has served for 36 years in the Indian Army, is a Distinguished Fellow with the USI of India, and a Mentor at the National Defence College.

Foreign Correspondent for ABP Live English, covering the UK and Europe. Independent journalist and advocate for women’s rights.

Bio - An experienced entertainment writer, chasing her place in the chaos of showbiz, drama, and celeb stories with gusto.

Prakash Chandra Lohumi is a veteran jounalist who has covered Himachal Pradesh for over five decades.

Prashant Kumar is the Founder and CEO of weTrade crypto platform. Kumar is a technology veteran who headed engineering for Flipkart Wholesale.

Prasunjit Mukherjee is the Founder & CEO, Plexus Management Services.

Prateek Sagar is Principal Associate at S&A Law Offices

Prateek Thakur is a Copy Editor at ABP Live English, reporting on major sporting events while spotlighting the human stories of athletes that matter. You can reach out to him at prateekt@abpnetwork.com.

Priya Raghuvanshi is a business journalist at ABP Network, where she covers major developments across Indian corporates, the stock market, and the broader economy. With previous stints at newsrooms like Business Today and The Economic Times, she brings depth and clarity to complex financial stories. When she's not decoding business headlines, you’ll likely find her nose in a book, binge-watching a new series, or simply catching up on sleep.

Priya Ranjan Sahu is a senior journalist based in Odisha.

Priyanka Chaturvedi is a Shiv Sena leader and member of the Rajya Sabha .

Radifah Kabir writes about science, health and technology

Rahul Banerjee is the Co-founder & Managing Director of Raisina House. Specialising in Foreign Policy Planning, Raisina House is a Youth-led strategic policy consultancy & research think tank. A certified de-escalation negotiator & Military Gender Advisor, Rahul's work explores the Changing Trans-Atlantic Security Architecture & the Geopolitics of Climate Change.

Rajesh Mehta is an international affairs expert focussing on areas such as market entry, innovation, geopolitics and public policy.

Rajiv Bhatia is Distinguished Fellow, Gateway House and a former High Commissioner to South Africa.  

Rajkumar Varier is an independent counsel and columnist

Ranjit Kumar is a senior journalist and strategic affairs analyst, contributing regularly to ABP Live English.

Ridhima is a media professional with over six years of experience in news reporting, video production, and web anchoring. Her work spans Indian news, elections, and global events, with an earlier stint covering technology. She maintains a keen eye on current affairs, prioritising timeliness, accuracy, and impact in every story she tells.

Rifa Deka is a Chief Copy Editor at ABP Live English. She has a keen interest in writing about the culture, history and people of Northeast India. A social media and multimedia professional, she works across formats to tell stories that move beyond headlines and timelines. For tips and queries, you can reach out to her at rifac@abpnetwork.com.

Ritu Raj Phukan is a journalist from Assam who works across Assam and other parts of the North East. He covers political, crime, law and order, social, and other news. He has been working as a journalist for around 17 years.

Ritwik Dutta is a Senior Copy Editor at ABP Live English, who blends an engineer’s precision with a reporter’s instinct. With a background in data and analytics, he delivers evidence-driven, real-time coverage of key national and global developments, breaking down complex subjects into clear, engaging stories that make information more accessible and strengthen public understanding. For tips and queries, write to ritwikd@abpnetwork.com.

Sachchida Nand Tripathi is Dean, Kotak School of Sustainability, IIT Kanpur.

Ranked amongst the fifty most influential people in India, Sadhguru is a Yogi, mystic, visionary and a New York Times bestselling author. Sadhguru has been conferred the Padma Vibhushan by the Government of India in 2017, the highest annual civilian award, accorded for exceptional and distinguished service. He is also the founder of the world's largest people's movement, Conscious Planet – Save Soil, which has touched over 3.9 billion people.

Sagarika Chakraborty is a Senior Copy Editor at ABP Live English, where she handles business coverage and key developments in general news, while also actively chasing breaking stories. With a foundation in advertising, she transitioned into journalism to craft in-depth stories and explainers on the economy, real estate, and personal finance. She also engages in interviews and podcasts, bringing out expert insights. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at sagarikac@abpnetwork.com.

Sagarneel Sinha is a political columnist who writes on Northeast.

Sahar Zaman is an award winning author, multimedia journalist and cultural curator. She sees herself as a translator of works in music, design, theater and visual arts. 

Saira Shah Halim is a rights activist and an educator

Sakshi Arora is Chief Copy Editor at ABP Live English, working on business stories that track markets, global economies and key financial trends. A quick and dependable hand on the desk, she balances numbers with nuance, and is an expert on everything Personal Finance, Mutual Funds, and IPOs. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at sakshia@abpnetwork.com.

Samrat Choudhury is a journalist and author.

Sanjaya Baru is a political commentator and policy analyst.

Dr Saon Ray is Professor, Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER), New Delhi. Piyali Majumder is an Associate Fellow at the National Council of Applied Economic Research.

The author is Chief Operating Officer, Quarks Technosoft. He is a technology enthusiast with a stellar experience of over 11 years in niche domains like Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Process Improvement and Software Testing Experience.

Sayantan Ghosh, a columnist and Doctoral Research Scholar in Media & Politics, is a contributing author for ABP Live English.

Sevashree Mohapatra is Associate Director at CoinDCX.

Shayak Majumder leads the ABP Live English team. He reviews gadgets, covers everything AI, and is on the lookout for the next big tech trend to cover. He is also building a data-driven AI-aware newsroom. Got tips? Reach out!

Sheina Kiyara is a contemporary academic and founder of Think Africa, a teach tank at the nexus of private sector education and engagement with the UN SDGs.

The author is the writer of the global best-seller "You Can Win". He is also a motivational speaker, business consultant and educator.

Shivam Sharma is an Associate Producer at ABP Live English with seven years of experience in journalism. As a sports beat expert, he specialises in cricket and major sporting events, delivering accurate, engaging, and timely stories. His work combines strong editorial judgment with in-depth sports analysis for digital audiences. For tips and queries, you can reach out to him at shivams@abpnetwork.com. 

Dr Shoba Suri is Senior Fellow, Health Initiative, Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi.

Shreya Thapliyal, an avid reader, is an English major and currently employed as an Assistant Professor (English) at JC Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA. 

With 18 years in digital media, Shruti Kapoor blends sharp storytelling with pop culture pulse, covering Bollywood, South cinema, OTT, and all things celeb with style and insight. At ABP Live English, she leads a team that lives and breathes showbiz and keeps a pulse on everything lifestyle. When not chasing trends or celebrity scoops, she’s usually exploring the latest in film and series, curating playlists, or getting lost in a good book.

Siddhant Hira is a 2024 Non-Resident Fellow at Irregular Warfare Initiative, a think tank.

Smita Singh is a Partner at S&A Law Offices.

Somnath Chatterjee has been working as an automobile journalist for the better part of a decade and is still in love with four wheels. Prefers being behind the wheel of a new car rather than a keyboard. He contributes expert Auto articles and guides for ABP Live English.

Ghosh is currently working as an independent journalist with a focus on health, climate change, environment and human interest stories. 

Soumen Ray, IFS (Retd), Former Indian Ambassador & High Commissioner, served extensively in the Gulf, West Asia, and Eastern & Southern African countries.

Srinivas Bhadravathi Venkata hails from the Shivamogga district of Karnataka and is the National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC).

Sumit Pande is an independent journalist who writes on politics and policy.  

Suyash Sahay is a sports journalist at ABP Live English, specialising in cricket and football. He brings sharp insight, breaking down matches, moments, and narratives in a way that resonates with fans. For any tips and queries, you can reach out to him at suyashs@abpnetwork.com.

Syed Badrul Ahsan is a Bangladeshi Journalist and Political Commentator.

Tarun Gopalakrishnan is a Pre-doctoral Fellow at Climate Policy Lab, Centre for International Environment Policy, Medford, Massachusetts, United States.

Tarun Kishnani is a recognized leader in technology and finance, known for his expertise at the intersection of advanced technologies and global financial markets. 

Tehseen Poonawalla is a renowned political analyst, constitutional expert and television personality.

Tushar Banerjee is the Vice President and Digital Editor at ABP Network.

Vaishnavi is a passionate lifestyle and health writer with a flair for crafting stories that are relatable, informative, and engaging. She often explores themes rooted in Indian culture, wellness, festivals, and seasonal living. A state-level karate player, Vaishnavi believes in discipline both on and off the mat. Outside of work, she finds joy in sketching — a calming hobby she embraces for the sheer love of it, not perfection.

Vanshika Sharma is a Multimedia Producer at ABP Network. You can reach out to her at vanshikash@abpnetwork.com.

Vijay Gokhale retired as foreign secretary in 2020. He dealt extensively with China during his diplomatic career, including as ambassador in 2016–17. He has authored several books on China.

Vinita Bhat is a Chief Copy Editor at ABP Live English, with experience in TV and digital journalism. She covers geopolitics, international conflicts, global current affairs and Kashmir. For tips and queries, write to vinitab@abpnetwork.com.

Zorawar Daulet Singh is an author and foreign affairs analyst based in New Delhi. He is an Adjunct Fellow at the Institute of Chinese Studies.

Amitabh Tiwari and K. Shankar are SEBI Registered Investment Advisors and co-founders of Finanza Personale.

Dr. Anish Vyas, Director of Pal Balaji Jyotish Sansthan in Jaipur and Jodhpur, is a renowned and respected astrologer in India. He is known as a devotee of Pal Balaji. His work in Vedic astrology is commendable, and his predictions are often highly accurate. His articles are regularly published on various platforms, and he is an expert in forecasting horoscopes and daily zodiac predictions. He is also recognised as a palmistry and Vastu expert. In addition to his following in India, he has a significant number of followers abroad as well. He remains active on social media. So far, more than 497 of his predictions have proven true. Dr. Anish Vyas inherited his knowledge of rituals and astrology from a young age. He earned a Gold Medal in M.A. in Journalism and has completed a Ph.D. His astrology-based articles are regularly published in major newspapers across the country. He also frequently appears in live shows on various news channels.  

Dr. Amanjeet Singh is a Senior Director in divison of GI Surgery, GI Oncology and Bariatric Surgery, Gastrosciences at Medanta, Gurugram

Dr. Ameet Soni is Associate Vice President and HoD - Medical Affairs at CORONA Remedies Limited

Dr. Amrut S D is the Associate Consultant of Neurology at Manipal Hospital Goa

Dr. Aniruddha A Bhagwat is a Scientific Consultant in Neuromodulation at Vattikuti Foundation

Dr. Anita Bhandari is a Neurotologist and ENT surgeon, author, innovator, and Director of NeuroEquilibrium.

The author is the Head, Minimally Invasive Gynaecology, Gynaecology Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.  

Dr. Anurag Gupta is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist and Dialysis director at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital

Dr. Bani Kumar Mitra is the Founder & Chief Consultant at Abha Surgy Centre

Dr. Bhavatharini M is a Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist at Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital

Dr. Himanshu Shekhar is the Group Chief Strategy and Clinical officer at ASG Eye Hospital

Dr. Hrishikesh Pai is a Consultant Gynaecologist & IVF Specialist at Lilavati Hospital Mumbai and Fortis Hospitals Delhi & Chandigarh

Dr. K. Seshi Kiran is Senior Consultant General Physician at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad 

Dr. Logeshwari J is a Consultant Dermatologist at Narayana Health City, Bangalore

Dr. Lokesh Gutta is a Consultant - Interventional Pulmonology at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada

Dr. Mandeep Singh is Delhi-based oncologist and founder of Art of Healing Cancer

Dr. Mohan Krishna Narasimha Kumar Jonnalagadda is a Sr. Consultant Neurologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad

Dr. Monica Gupta is Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar

Dr. Nagaraj Palankar is HOD & Consultant - Surgical Gastroenterology at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

Dr. Nagesh Shirsath is an Oncologist at Vencer Hospital, Pune 

Dr. Pankaj Bendale, is Glaucoma and Cataract Surgeon, at National Institute of Ophthalmology, Pune.

Dr. Parul Dubey is a Consultant - Neurology at Manipal Hospital, Goa

Dr. Prashant Prakashrao Patil is a Senior Consultant, Interventional Pediatric Cardiologist at CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad

Dr. Pratayksha Bhardwaj is a dietitian and weight management expert. 

Dr. Punit Saraogi is a dermatologist and the founder of Everything Skin & Hair

The author is Co-Founder, Erekrut HR Automation Solutions Pvt Ltd.

Dr. Reshma T. Vishnani is Consultant Dermatologist, Trichologist, and Aesthetic Dermatologist at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai

Dr. Sarada Pasangulapati is Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad  

Dr. Sarat Kumar Behera is the Director Critical Care & Senior Consultant - Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Bhubaneshwar

Dr. Shifa Yadav is Consultant Dermatologist at Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram

Dr. Simrat Kathuria is a Celebrity Dietician and Wellness Coach

Dr. Snehal Kohale is Fertility Specialist and Women’s Health Specialist and the Founder of Ova Fertility and Women’s Care, and Good Vibes Within Wellness Pvt. Ltd.

The author, Dr. Srinivas M, is a Consultant Neurologist, at Apollo Hospitals, Sheshadripuram, Bengaluru.

Dr. Sumana Y is Consultant in the Dept of Wellness at Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Kengeri, Bengaluru

Dr. Sushma Gopalan is Lead Consultant Child Life Services – Psychologist at Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka

Dr. Vaishali Gode is EVP – R&D, Product Development (Nourishment) and Packaging, Marico Limited, and Hair Expert at Parachute Advansed

Dr. Vishnu Prasad is Consultant - Urologist, Uro-oncologist, and Robotic Surgeon at Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur

Dt. Ridhima Khamesra is a Clinical Dietician

Firoz H. Naqvi is the Director General of the Federation of Sweets & Namkeen Manufacturers (FSNM)

Kaushik Moitra is a partner and Bebin Prakash is an associate at Bharucha & Partners.

Attri is a content writer for ABP Live Team. When he's not busy contributing, he enjoys exploring new destinations and cherishing moments with his family.

Prakash is a Distinguished Fellow in Transport & Urban Governance Division at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI); Singh is a Research Associate in Transport & Urban Governance at TERI.

The authors are the co-founders of DigiLantern, a digital marketing company specialising in the healthcare sector.

The author is the Founder and Research Scientist at Sensorium.

The author is the CEO of Tarality, a next-gen crypto multi-functionality platform that aims to streamline the laborious and error-prone process of traditional banking platforms by providing greater transparency, enhanced security, and high-speed transactions.

The author is the CEO of DesiAddaES, an interactive esports platform.

The author is a Professor and Dean at the Jindal School of Environment and Sustainability, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, India. His research focuses on environmental pollution and health, environmental social work, mangrove ecology, and higher education for environment and sustainability in the Indian subcontinent. He is actively involved in mangrove restoration initiatives in the Indian Sundarbans and writes regularly for ABP Live and other media outlets on socio-political and environmental issues.

The author is the founder and CEO of Indian Cyber Security Solutions.

Abhishek Sharma is the head of the Robotics Veritcal of e-learning platform BrightCHAMPS.

ABP Live Lifestyle curates stories around health, wellness, fashion, beauty, travel and everyday living, tracking trends, expert advice and seasonal essentials, while blending practical tips with cultural insights to help readers make smarter choices, live better, and stay in step with changing lifestyles.

The author is the founder of ValueMatrix.ai and a mentor with the Nasscom DeepTech Club.

The author is the co-founder and CTO of Mudrex, a global crypto-investing platform.

Head of Growth, Tezos India, and Lead at Tezos India Game Launchpad (TIGL)

The author is the CEO at NovelVox,  a global contact centre service provider.

The author is the founder and CEO of 8Bit Creatives, a leading esports consulting and talent agency.

The author is the co-founder and CEO of Sheru.  

The author is Founder and CEO, Witzeal Technologies, a new-age gaming tech platform. 

Magazine is a software engineering and innovation leader, and an expert in AI and Cybersecurity technologies. He is the co-founder of AI&Beyond.

The author is the Principal Solution Architect at Intellicus Technologies, a business intelligence reporting tool and analytics platform.

The author is Additional Professor, Department of Clinical Hematology and Medical Oncology, PGIMER, at Chandigarh.

The author is the Senior VP at authentication firm AuthBridge Research Services.

Managing Director at Netplus Broadband.

The author is the Chief Technology Officer at BrightCHAMPS, a skill-development platform that offers children an extra edge to succeed in their preferred field.

The author is a Practitioner Development Economist and retired Secretary Government of India.

Aryan Kumar is a postgraduate student at the Department of War Studies, King’s College London.

The author is Director, Solar Division, at Servokon.

The author is the Head of Art at Sumo India Studios.

The author is President, United Residents Joint Action (apex body of Delhi RWAs).  

Aveekshith Bushan is Vice President — Asia Pacific and Japan at Aerospike, which is a real-time Data Platform that enables organisations to act instantly across billions of transactions while reducing server footprint by up to 80 percent.

The author is the Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at Deep North.

The author is an intern with ABP Live English. She is currently enrolled in the BJMC course at AAFT.    

Dr A Sakthivel, President, FIEO,

The author, Dr A V S S N Sridhar, is the Consultant – Nephrology, at Manipal Hospitals, Vijayawada.

The author is an IVF and infertility specialist and a senior consultant at Apollo Fertility, Kolkata.

Dr Geeta Jain is HOD- Obs, Gynae & IVF Co-Founder at Maccure Hospital and Aastha Hospital, Delhi

Dr Irfan Khan is the founder and CEO at eBikeGo.

Dr Kailash Katkar is the MD and CEO at Quick Heal Technologies, a Pune-headquartered multinational cybersecurity software firm.

Dr Kunwar Pushpendra Pratap Singh is Post Doctoral Fellow (ICSSR, Ministry of Education) at Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.

Dr Meet Kumar is a Clinical Director and HOD at Hematology Oncology & BMT

The author is a clinical microbiologist.

Dr Sanjay Pandey is Head of Department, Neurology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad.

The author, Dr Sarbajit Ray, is a Consultant Physician, at ILS Hospitals, Salt Lake, Kolkata. 

The author is a Science Technology & Society (STS) Scholar with research focus on Digital Democracy and Exclusion Studies.  Currently, he is working as a Senior Manager - Training at the Bharti Institute of Public Policy, Indian School of Business.

Dr Sindura Ganga R is a Consultant - Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Laparoscopic Surgeon, Centre for Women & Child Health at Arete Hospitals

The author is a Senior IVF Consultant & Director, at Yellow Fertility, Gurugram.

The author is the director of strategy and operations at Providence India, a Hyderabad-based Healthcare IT company.

The author is a senior scientist at the R&D department at Axio Biosolutions.

Dr Wesley M Jose is Associate Professor, Medical Oncology, at Amrita Hospitals in Kochi, Kerala

Faisal Ahmed is a trade and geopolitical expert and a professor of international business at the FORE School of Management, New Delhi, India. Soumya Tiwari is a research scholar in the institute, and also serves as Chair of the Asia and Oceania Student Research Committee at International Association for Political Science Students (IAPSS), Montreal, Canada. Views are personal.

Garvit Parashar writes on a wide range of topics, including national affairs, cricket, politics, and social issues. A passionate follower of Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Lionel Messi, Garvit spends his free time hiking and travelling.

The author is the founder of Find.Inc, an AI-powered job search platform.

The author is a Co-Founder & CEO of Oneistox.

The author is the Managing Director at Varanium Cloud Limited.

The author is the Head of Production at Sumo India Studios. He has worked on game franchises owned by some of the biggest brands in the business like Microsoft, Sony, Apple, 2K, and more.

Bindra is the co-founder of AI & Beyond.

The author is the AVP of Product at PlayerzPot, which is a reliable and secure gaming platform that blends the excitement and thrill of real-world games with the accessibility and ease of online gaming.

The author is the co-foudner and CEO of Fittr.

Joy Bhattacharjya is the Director-General of the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS).

Justin M Bharucha is a Managing Partner at Bharucha & Partners.

The author is the founder and CEO of Metadome.ai, an immersive 3D and XR technology company.

The author, Karan Gupta, is the Founder of Goofy Tails.

The author is an MBA Graduate from IIM Udaipur and an avid sports enthusiast.

Kashish Shivani

The author is the co-founder of Invest the Change.

The author is the Chief Strategy Officer at Witzeal Technologies.

Krishna Khandelwal is the Founder & CEO of Hunar.AI.

The author is the founder of Bright Bambini Montessori School and an early childhood educator with an experience of over 10 years.

The author is the Global Head (R&D) at Giesecke + Devrient.

The author is the co-founder of KarmaV, an AI-driven platform that looks to improve workforce diversity and ethical hiring.

The author is the VP, GDO India Head & Innovation Head, Parexel India

The author is the founder of Liminal, digtial wallet infrastructure platform.

Mahpara Kabir

The author is Manager, Climate Change, for Solidaridad Asia.

Manikumar Uppala is the co-founder and Chief of Industrial Engineering, Metastable Materials.

The author is the Chief Strategy and Trading Officer at Vantage, a global multi-asset brokerage firm.

Chief Strategy and Trading Officer at Vantage, a global multi-asset broker.

Mehak Jain

The author is a first-generation entrepreneur and has carved a niche for himself in custody technologies, leading the field with his various ventures. Former Founder & CEO at Miles Software, Ganatra is now closely involved in his multiple ventures in the fintech space that include 1Silverbullet and Finalyca.

Nauman Mulla is the co-founder and COO of STAN, a gaming-focussed fan engagement platform, where users can collect, play, and engage with popular esports and gaming collectibles and earn perks and rewards.

Neeraj Rajput is working as Associate Editor with ABP News covering military & security issues. He has been with ABP News (and its earlier avatar Star News) from the past more than 14 years. Neeraj Rajput has been covering defence related issues in length and breadth of the country right from the Siachen glacier to under the sea in submarine and from Jammu & Kashmir to Thar desert in west to Nagaland & Manipur in the far-east. Apart from covering conflict news alongside China & Pakistan border, he has been among the few select Indian journalist who has covered world’s most fortified border, DMZ on North-South Korea (including the historical Korean summit on the Koreran border in 2018).

The author is a certified financial planner and the Head of Training, Research & Development, Fintoo.

The author is the founder of Expand my Business.

The author is the founder of BirdAI, a global collaborative technology company.

The author is a professional tarot card reader and life coach.

The author is the Founder and COO, Uplers, a technology talent matchmaking platform enabling Indian tech talent to land global remote jobs.

Nitin Bhatnagar is Associate Director (India), PCI Security Standards Council.

The author is the Associate Analyst, Communications at BankBazaar.

The author is the Director and Co-Founder at Log9 Materials, a Bengaluru-headquartered deep-technology and advanced battery technology startup.

The author is the co-founder of STAN, an esports fan engagement platform.

Co-founder of Crowd Control Esports, a gaming-focussed talent engagement platform.

The author is the Founder and CEO of Beyond Key, an end-to-end digital transformation company.

Poorvi Sachar is Head of Operations at Tezos India – a non-profit organisation that enables people and entities in India to use the Tezos blockchain. She has contributed significantly to the adoption for Tezos blockchain in India with her expertise by building communities, creating content, and providing resources, facilitating workshops, mentorships, conducting hackathons and fellowships.

The writer is President, PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Chief Growth and Marketing Officer, CoinDCX

Praveen Yadav

The author is the founder of the healthcare startup, CureBay.

The author is the founder and CEO of KoinX, a platform that helps calculate and provive crypto tax reports.

A Teach for India Alum, Purvi Asthana has worked in the education sector and is currently exploring her twin passions of yoga and writing at the Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore.

Rahul Kashyap is a former journalist with Press Trust of India (PTI) and also covered Pakistan. 

Rahul Kashyap is a former journalist. He is a noted public affairs and international relations expert.

The author is the Global Co-Founder and CEO of Hirect India.

The author is the Vice President of the crypto investment platform WazirX.

Rajdeep Saha is the Managing Director – Financial Services at Protiviti Member Firm for India. Protiviti firms are a group of independent consulting firms helping companies solve problems in finance, technology, operations, governance, risk and internal audit.

The author is DIG in the CRPF and wrote 10 books.

The author is the Head of Data Science and Technology at Happy, a neo fintech platform.

The author is the co-founder and CTO, Insurance Samadhan, an insurance grievance redressal platform.

The author is CEO and founder of Gather Network, a Dubai-based layer-1 blockchain platform.

The author is the co-founder and CEO of fantasy esports platform, FanClash.

The author is the co-founder of FanClash, a fantasy gaming app on esports. It provides tools to let users create their own tournaments, connect with other gamers, and play fantasy leagues on leading esports matches.

The author is the CEO and Co-Founder of TeamLease RegTech, a compliance management software firm.

The author is the co-founder & CEO, Kofluence.

The author is the Founder of Super4, a fantasy cricket app.

The author is Founder and CEO, Revenant Esports.

The author is the founder and CEO at Mytransform. 

S. Mahadevan is a former journalist

Sam Doak is a senior fact-checker at Logically Facts

Sandip Ghose

The author is the CEO of Gizmore, an Indian smart accessories and audio brand. It offers a diverse range of products including smartwatches, neckbands, headphones, earphones, TWS, multimedia speakers with Trolley, and Tower Speakers.

The author is the Managing Director at Netrika Consulting.

The author is Director, Software Engineering, at technology solutions firm Sabre India.

The author is the Founder and CEO of Tagbin, a tech-experiential company that specialises in creating unique and unforgettable experiences.

Sayan Chatterjee is a Delhi-based, independent contributor to print and online publications.

Shahnawaz Akhtar is the founder of eNewsroom India. He has been in journalism for almost two decades now.

Shailesh Singla, Country Head – HCM Business, Oracle India. The author is part of Oracle India senior leadership team since 2011. He is responsible for Human Capital Management Business and has steered one of the most successful launches of Oracle's new-age HCM cloud offering in Indian market since 2011

The author is the CEO and co-founder of DroneAdda, which brings made-in-India drone components to the world.

The author is the founder of Haeywa, a petty cash payments and management app.

The author is the CEO of homegrown crypto exchange BuyUCoin.

The author is a tech policy lawyer and the director of the EWA Centre (eSports Players Welfare Association)

Shivani Rawat

The author is the co-founder and CEO of Seracle, a full-stack Web3 development platform.

Shweta Mukundan works with the Food Corporation of India. Armed with a doctorate in Zoology, she travels across India researching birds, bugs and beasts.  

Sjoerd Panhuysen is a sociologist specializing in environment and sustainable development and is associated with Ethos Agriculture.

The author is the CEO of Rang De, India’s first peer-to-peer online micro-lending platform.

Somesh Jha is a business journalist who has reported on government policy and economy for prominent national & international publications in the past nine years. Jha was recently an Alfred Friendly-OCCRP fellow who worked for the LA Times in the United States for 3 months, reporting on the global economy and cryptocurrency. He has covered a range of subjects in the past, including public finance, banking, labour, transportation, and aviation, for Business Standard, The Hindu, BloombergQuint, Al-Jazeera, and The Caravan.

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Sree Sreenivasan is Marshall Loeb Professor of Digital Innovation, Stony Brook School of Communication & Journalism and Cofounder, SAJA, the South Asian Journalists Association

Chief Information Security Officer - CoinDCX

The author is the CEO and CTO at Rooba.Finance, which enables financial institutions to create primary issuance of assets they wish to introduce directly onto a blockchain using its own tokenisation engine.

The author is Managing Director at personal finance platform Branch International, India. 

Rookie Journalist. He writes on national, international, politics, human rights, and judiciary. Covered 2019 General Election, Apex Court Ayodhya judgement, 2021 Five state election, Pegasus etc