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Sanjeev Paliwal
Senior Journalist, Author & Managing Editor, AajTak
Sanjeev Paliwal is a distinguished veteran of Hindi journalism with a stellar career spanning over 35 years.
A highly respected voice in Indian media, he has shaped the news landscape through his associations with iconic print publications like Dainik Jagran, Amar Ujala, and Aaj, as well as pioneering television networks including Doordarshan, BITV, and IBN7/News18. He currently serves as the Managing Editor (International and Sahitya Tak) at AajTak.
Beyond his sharp editorial acumen, Sanjeev is a celebrated author known for his versatility across literary genres. He has gripped readers with his acclaimed crime thrillers, Mumbai Nights, Naina, and Pishach and explored the nuances of human relationships in his romantic novel, Ye Ishq Nahin Aasaan. His latest book, Sampa: Vishvas, Dhairya aur Sankalp Ki Anoothi Dastaan, marks a powerful foray into real-life narrative prose.
A master storyteller and an articulate orator, Sanjeev seamlessly bridges the worlds of hard-hitting breaking news and immersive literature.
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