Authors

Idrees Lone is an award-winning journalist from Jammu & Kashmir with over 18 years of experience, currently working as Senior Special Correspondent at WION. He has extensively covered the Kashmir conflict for nearly 15 years while reporting from across India (Delhi, Rajasthan, Mumbai) and abroad.

Bernd Debusmann is a veteran journalist who worked with Reuters for nearly 50 years, reporting from more than 100 countries including conflict zones such as Angola, Eritrea, Central America, Iran and Iraq. He was shot in the back from a passing car in Beirut in 1980, which he calls "censorship by 7.65 mm bullet." It remains encased near his spine as "a permanent souvenir.”

Meet Gautam, a seasoned journalist with over eight years of experience in covering the world of sports. I am a self-proclaimed cricket fanatic, having a deep passion for the game and have written extensively about it. I also bring expertise in tennis and WWE, providing in-depth analysis and insights to readers.

Prashant Talreja is an Assistant Editor at WION, specializing in sports: cricket, tennis, golf, football, etc. With over 10 years of experience in sports journalism, Talreja has previously reported for various media organizations and covered major global events like ODI World Cup 2023, T20 World Cup 2024, FIFA World Cup 2022, Super Bowl, tennis Grand Slams, golf majors, and Paris Olympics 2024. Follow Prashant Talreja on X at @journoinmaking for real-time updates.

Snigdha Sweta Behera is currently serving as a senior sub-editor at Wion. She is an avid follower of Hollywood, K-pop and K-dramas. She loves uncovering stories beyond glitz and glamour. When not in the newsroom, she immerses herself in doing craft work and painting.

Aditya Pimpale is a passionate journalist who covers sports for WION's digital wing with accurate and up-to-date information across various sports. Aditya provides comprehensive coverage of cricket, football, tennis and Formula One and is renowned for his extensive knowledge and ability to deliver the latest insights. He holds a Diploma Degree in Journalism (Sports), which strengthens his credibility in the field, while he is also a sports fan.

Manoj Gupta is working as an Executive Producer at WION. He has worked with various broadcast news organisations in Delhi, Kolkata & Johannesburg. Besides tracking breaking news & geopolitics, he has a keen interest in photography.

When not watching or writing about cinema, you'll find Kriti in her own Bollywood bubble dreaming about the magic of movies. Her other areas of interest include all things lifestyle. 

Rajiv Bhatia is a Distinguished Fellow at Gateway House, a former Indian Ambassador with extensive diplomatic experience in regional and global groupings, and the author of three books on Indian foreign policy.

Moohita Kaur Garg is a senior sub-editor at WION with over four years of experience covering the volatile intersections of geopolitics and global security. From decoding the impact of US-India trade relations to tracking Donald Trump's tumultuous presidency, Moohita specialises in making "messy" global shifts understandable. She treats reporting like a puzzle, connecting the dots between defence technology, international trade, and the viral trends that shape public discourse. A proud bookworm and animal lover based in New Delhi, Moohita believes that every story—whether US-India trade negotiations, a nuclear warning or an AI gaffe—deserves a clear, human explanation. Reach her at moohita.garg@wionews.com or on social media.

Madhavan Narayanan is senior editor, writer and columnist with more than 30 years of experience, having worked for Reuters, The Economic Times, Business Standard and Hindustan Times after starting out in the Times of India Group. He has covered business, economics, public policy, politics, technology, diplomacy, entertainment and social trends and issues as both a correspondent and a widely read columnist.

Zeba is a seasoned entertainment journalist who loves writing on Hollywood, Bollywood and celebrity culture. She loves interacting with showbiz celebrities and getting an insight into what’s latest in the world of cinema. She also enjoys travelling, taking on mom duties and watching thrillers.