Mugeshkumar has been with Informist for over 6 years, showcasing his strong technical skills. Known for his problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking, he consistently delivers quality work. Mugeshkumar values staying informed and learning new things.

Aaryan is a self-professed nerd for almost everything under the sun. He enjoys Wikipedia deep-dives and cultural discourse, along with less esoteric pursuits that include adoring cats and playing video games across platforms. A graduate in Literature from Delhi University, Aaryan did his post-graduation in Business and Financial Journalism at the Asian College of Journalism-Bloomberg programme. He has a little over three years of experience, and currently covers the gilt market after briefly reporting on economic data. Outside of office, Aaryan enjoys dabbling in poetry. You can find him perennially browsing through Twitter – his lens into the darkness of the world, he says.

Hailing from Kerala, Afra is a graduate in English Literature and loves Vaikom Muhammad Basheer’s writings. Ernest Hemingway and Premchand are other writers that have her heart. At Informist, Afra tracks developments in the agriculture ministry and the commodity markets and exchanges. Afra credits her theatre days for a good posture and communication skills. She admires witty-yet-deep writing, and aspires to pen a book some day.

Akash’s love for the financial markets brought him to the world of business news. As a part of the equity team in Mumbai, Akash covers the markets. An avid sports enthusiast, he is a Manchester United fan, and can narrate the ins and outs of football for hours. He has studied subjects such as English, Psychology, and Journalism, and loves having conversations and observing his surroundings. An alumnus of St. Xaviers and Christ University, Akash credits his ability to work under pressure to the latter.

Akash loves trekking, discovering new places, exploring the beauty of nature in general, and challenging himself in the arduous climbs on hills and mountains. He aspires to see all the 300 forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj before he turns 60. Part of the organisation’s data team, Akash is a proud human parent to two dogs.

Akshay V Johnson hails from Delhi and is an Economics graduate from Jamia Millia Islamia. He did his Masters from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar School of Economics University, Bengaluru. As a reporter here, Akshay covers the equity markets. Watching movies and reading history-related stuff are his main interests. He also enjoys watching and playing football. He loves the city he hails from for its magnificent architecture and history.

Akshita was born in Gorakhpur and grew up in the city of dreams, Mumbai. A graduate in Electrical & Electronics engineering, she did her post graduate diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication from XIC, Mumbai. Part of the equity markets team, she likes watching thriller movies and playing badminton. Akshita also loves spending time with canines.

Akul has over 15 years of experience in copy editing across newspapers and a financial news wire – with over eight of them in this organisation. He has a Master’s degree in Political Science from Delhi University. Akul is an avid reader and a passionate editor who enjoys working on stories related to financial and political issues. He is a stickler for getting the nuances of grammar right. Akul is based out of New Delhi and loves the serenity of the hills. He enjoys trekking and aspires to explore the mountains of Nepal.

Alina was born in Kochi and grew up in Mumbai. She followed up education at St Xavier's College, Mumbai and Regional Institute of Education, Bhopal with a degree in Journalism from Manorama School of Communication, Kottayam. She believes that true empowerment comes from education and awareness, and thus has set out on a journey to reach out to the masses through journalism. She enjoys movies, long drives and spending time with her pets.

Aman has a BA (Hons) degree in English from University of Delhi and a PG Diploma in English Journalism from IIMC, Delhi. An equity reporter, he covers Basic Industries. He has co-authored multiple anthologies, and won ‘Poet of the Year’ award by a publishing house. He has also served as a brand ambassador for an internationally acclaimed NGO.

A Mumbaikar by birth, Anand is a senior correspondent here, who has previously reported on macro-economy and policy for The Economic Times (D) and manned the ticker desk at CNBC-TV18. He holds a degree from The Asian College of Journalism (Print), Chennai. Anand often spends his spare time consuming content on geopolitics & history on the weekdays, and getting his heart broken by Manchester United on the weekends. Mountains, especially the Himalayas, have a special place in his heart.

Hailing from Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh, Anjali has done her graduation from Delhi School of Journalism and now covers the commodity markets. She has a keen interest in writing poems and short stories, and has some published work to her credit. She enjoys reading up on mythology and ancient literature and follows writings of Devdutt Pattanaik. Anjali is fond of watching movies and documentaries, and has made a documentary on LGBTQA+. She is keen on dramatics, and was part of a Delhi-based theatre group.

Anjali was born in Patna and grew up in Lucknow. She pursued Journalism from Delhi School of Journalism. Anjali finds solace in music, binges on classic films, and is an avid reader with a penchant for thought-provoking literature. Anjali is a part of Equity team of Informist, and she looks forward to cooking and quiet evenings with a good book during her downtime.

Anjana hails from Kuttanad in Kerala, known for its backwaters, tourism, and agriculture. She has a Master's degree in Econometrics from University of Madras, and studied print journalism before joining this organisation and becoming a part of the Equity team. Youngest of four siblings and an aunt to four tiny-tots, Anjana has learnt the art of patience. Unlike many others of her age, she dislikes chocolates and sweets, and she's not a 'foodie' too. But talk about grabbing a chai and she'll jump at the chance. Anjana is interested in illustrations and digital painting, solo journeys, trekking, and writing. She considers herself to be a good listener too.

Anshul battled engineering during his graduation days, but thanks to an epiphany one day, and then several other days, he decided to become a journalist. His constant struggle to find peace brought him to writing and the guilt of not knowing enough about the world brought him to journalism. He hails from Agra and would happily show you around the city - all expenses paid, no kidding! He covers the equity markets on most days and sometimes, cooks delicious aloo paranthas.

Apoorva has over seven years of experience in financial journalism, a field she never thought she would be associated with. While studying print journalism at The Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, the graduate in Humanities was sure that reporting on international relations or political affairs was her game. But as it turned out, she started out as an equity market reporter and fell in love with financial journalism. Apoorva now writes on corporate developments, especially those related to pharmaceuticals and healthcare. She lives in Mumbai with her dog, Stella, and loves cooking, watching cricket, and travelling. Apoorva is fond of reading novels, especially crime thrillers, and aims to study criminal psychology at some point.

A post-graduate in Business and Financial Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism and a graduate in Commerce from Calcutta University, Apratim is a part of the Equity team. Hailing from Kolkata, he is a sports enthusiast and a political junkie. If it was not financial reporting, Apratim would be deep into political coverage. With a passion for dance, music, and a dream of Bollywood stardom, he awaits his role on the big screen.

Arya is part of the equity team. Hailing from Kerala, she has a special fondness for mountains and beaches. A graduate in political science from Pondicherry University, Arya completed her PG Diploma in multimedia journalism from Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Drawing, editing, travelling and bike rides are some of the things that excite her.

Ashna is a part of the Money team and covers the corporate bond market. She holds a post-graduate diploma in Multimedia Journalism from Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bangalore, and a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Baselius College, Kottayam. Hailing from Idukki district, the spice garden of Kerala, Ashna cherishes the lush greenery and misty mornings that her hometown offers in abundance. Nothing relaxes her more than a hot cup of tea in her garden. She is also trying her hands on drawing and painting that she finds relaxing. Ashna is fond of melodies from the eighties and the nineties and likes shopping, for herself and even others.

Ashutosh hails from Balasore in Odisha. He has a post-graduate diploma in Journalism and a Bachelor’s degree in Physics. Part of the Commodity team in Mumbai, he covers base metals market. Trekking, photography, and reading are some of his hobbies. He has travelled extensively across the country and captured through his lens life in the mountains to the Holi in Vrindavan.

Hailing from the City of Joy Kolkata, Avishek covers corporate developments, especially those from the coal sector and FMCG. He brings 16 years of experience of writing short and long-format news stories for newspapers, news agency, magazines, and a television news channel. He won the Gold Award in journalism during his stint at CyberMedia and is credited with numerous news breaks for Business Standard. A foodie at heart, Avishek likes to travel and explore India’s cultural diversity and heritage. Passionate about ancient Indian numismatics and archaeology, Avishek has an impressive collection of ancient Indian coins dating back to 400 BC.

Ayush, a dedicated defense aspirant, has transitioned into the world of finance with a passion for markets. After completing his master’s in journalism from the Delhi School of Journalism, he is now part of the equity team at Informist, where he covers market developments. Outside of work, he loves traveling and exploring new destinations, especially mountains. He is a trained boxer and has a keen interest in sports.

A financial economics major, Ayushman is part of the Equity wire and tracks the consumer sector. Ayushman is passionate about eSports. A former eSports athlete and current enthusiast, he harbours a dream of representing India on the global stage in the competitive gaming arena. In his free time, Ayushman indulges in his love for anime and finds solace in music that serves as a perfect escape from a busy schedule.

Quirky, zany and simply a picture of eccentricity, Cassandra can often be spotted poring over obscure encyclopedias, if not already in search of a new hobby. A kaleidoscopic person, her interests and passions exceed the number of words in Hamlet. Other than scouting for peculiar rings and getting her angles right for her millionth plant photograph, she enjoys strolling through the streets of Mumbai, taking in its architecture and vibrant atmosphere. She is part of the Money team and covers the government bonds market.

Chaitali has been in the organisation for a year, and she has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Sandesh College of Science, Commerce and Arts, Mumbai. She loves music, dancing, reading, travelling, and watching horror movies.

Chinmayee is a part of the Informist data team and has around eight years of experience as a data analyst. Chinmayee likes to play badminton and also loves to travel.

Christina is part of the Money team and covers banking and mutual funds. She hails from Thrissur in Kerala and has done her bachelors in business administration. She did post-graduate diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from Xavier Institute of Communication, Mumbai, to pursue her dream of journalism. She likes to go on long drives and spend time with her pet dogs.

Darshan has around six years of experience as a desk writer, sub-editor, social media producer, and reporter across news platforms. He hails from Mumbai and believes it is a city full of opportunities. He has a post graduate diploma in mass communication from SCM, Sophia. Informist is Darshan's first stint with a real-time newswire. Automobile, technology, politics, and stock markets are some beats Darshan likes to be abreast of. He is an avid reader and a movie buff who wants to excel in storytelling, regardless of the medium. The opportunity to learn new things every day and a chance to meet intelligent people is what keeps Darshan in the newsroom.

Deepshikha has a dual Bachelor’s degree in Science and Journalism and a Master’s in Journalism. She has worked in major financial dailies of the country for nearly 15 years. Though she does not have a formal education in Economics, she has a deep interest in the same, and believes it should be a compulsory subject in schools at least till Class XII. As a copy desk veteran, Deepshikha reflects her commitment to precision, storytelling, and detail.

Fondly called ‘Nano’ by colleagues, Dnyaneshwar has around 10 years of experience in handling the administration and management of office events. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from YCMOU, Nashik. Married to an admin executive, Dnyaneshwar is based in Diva. He enjoys farming and playing cricket.

Gopika hails from Alappuzha in Kerala. She did her graduation in English language and literature. Works of romantic poets of the 18th century always captured her heart. She holds a diploma in Mass Media and Journalism from Manorama School of Communication, Kottayam. Gopika loves to sit by the sea and watch the setting sun. Also, she firmly believes that there is nothing in life that a smile cannot fix.

A graduate in International Relations, Gowri is now a forex reporter at Informist. She has a bachelor’s degree in triple mains, majoring in English, Political Science and History. Gowri can be a part of conversation about anything under the sun--from Carl Sagan’s Cosmos to Karl Marx’ Communism. Apart from spontaneous shopping and food spree, she finds solace in nature and good old music.

Jahanvi was born in Jaipur and went on to complete her graduation in Political Science from Delhi University. She has done her Masters in International Relations from Christ University before joining Informist as a reporter. Jahanvi is also an artist She is interested in reading about geopolitics and philosophy and her day is incomplete without a workout session.

A journalist with a couple of years of experience under his belt, Kabir has done his Master's in Journalism from the Delhi School of Journalism. A part of the Money team, he covers the foreign exchange market for Informist. Kabir has worked with Amazon but his job with Reliance Entertainment as a production assistant for the movie 'Vikram Vedha' has to be his favourite role so far. Kabir loves to read and is a fan of Agatha Christie, Jeffrey Archer, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and he credits his mother, a clinical psychologist, for introducing him to the world of books. He also likes to spend his free time writing poetry and watching SRK movies. Kabir hopes to open and run a dog shelter one day, as his house is running out of space with the canines he has adopted already.

Born in Kutch, Gujarat, and brought up in Mumbai, Ketan Barot, completed his post-graduation in journalism and mass communication from Xavier Institute of Communications. At Informist, Ketan is a part of the Equities team. Outside of work, he is an adventure enthusiast, often found exploring new destinations on bike rides or seeking thrilling spots for cliff jumping and water activities. His passion for sports extends to playing football and FIFA. In his me time, he can be found listening to music or scrolling through memes.

Hailing from coal city Dhanbad in Jharkhand, Krity is part of the Money team and reports on government policy. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism from Indian Institute of Mass Communication. Jack of all trades, master of pun, Krity prefers listening over talking and she likes meeting new people to hear their unique stories. She is happy doing the same for a living, except here she meets new people to gather new(s) stories specifically. Apart from news breaks, many around Krity also await her rendition of daily zodiac forecasts from newspapers.

She doesn’t tire of explaining the silent ‘K’ in her name. Kshipra wants to be many things - a film superstar, a restaurant-owner, an ice-cream seller... But what she is - is a banking and mutual fund reporter in the Money team at Informist. This Marathi soul has travelled across the country, an ‘army kid’ that she is. Kshipra has been in the media for three years. Prior to this role, she has worked as an assistant producer for a broadcast channel. She is passionate about music, photography, travelling, and theatre. Without much gap in between, you will find her banging out a story, discussing Bollywood, or crying for chai.

Kuldeep comes with an over decade-long experience in reporting on developments pertaining to crime, politics and legal. He covers politics and policies for Informist and can be spotted roaming around the corridors of the Parliament House. He has a Master’s degree in Journalism. Hailing from Himachal, he loves exploring new places, adventures, and reading poetry. His dream is to climb the Mount Everest someday but for now he says he is happy even if he manages to reach the base camp.

Madhuri joined the organisation two years ago. She has a Bachelor’s degree from Gurukul College of Commerce, and she loves to read books and travel.

Mahesh brings nine years of experience in accounts and financial management. He is proficient in financial reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis. Beyond work hours, Mahesh likes to play outdoor games and travel to new places. He also actively participates in social activities organised for the welfare of society.

Mansi has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Mumbai University and has been in the organisation for two years. She loves to travel and learn new things.

Mayur Nijap is a graduate in Commerce from Mumbai University. He has been with the organisation since 2013. Creative pursuits bring joy to Mayur, and he has a deep interest in art and craft – from creations with coconut shell and wood to making portraits and sketches in charcoal and colour pencils. He wishes to pursue these interests even as he aspires to be a fine financial analyst.

Namrata has been an editor and rewriter on the news desk for various organisations for over 15 years. She joined Informist from Business Today, where she handled the production of the fortnightly business magazine. Prior to that, she has worked with Financial Express, Mint and Deccan Chronicle. At Informist, she edits long- and short-format stories to make them coherent and impactful. Namrata has a postgraduate diploma in English journalism from IIMC, Dhenkanal. Born and brought up in Meerut, Namrata loves to eat, read and sleep. When not deliberating over headlines, she loves to read to her little boy. Her dream is to read as many books as she can in this lifetime.

A graduate in Commerce from Osmania University, Krishna has over 25 years of experience in journalism. Based in Hyderabad, Krishna covers top developments in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with a focus on pharma, cement, metals and infrastructure sectors. He is happiest breaking news, and derives great satisfaction from a plate of Hyderabadi dum biryani and a cup of Irani chai.

Hyderabad girl, Navya holds a post-graduate diploma in Multimedia Journalism and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and Computer Applications. She is a part of Commodity team in Mumbai and covers the grains market. She aspires to cover the broader rural economy. In sync with her name ‘Sruthi’, she is passionate about music and finds solace in it during stressful times. Navya has pursued a diploma in Carnatic music. She takes delight in cooking traditional Telugu cuisine and also exploring various global culinary delights. And like any proud Hyderabadi, she is very fond of biryani.

Nikesh Bhati hails from Beawar - The Walled City of Rajasthan and he has completed his B.E in ECE from Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur, Karnataka. Prior to joining Informist, he worked with Raavan Technology Solutions Private Limited Chennai as Technical Lead. Nikesh has over a 5 year of experience in software industries. He Love trekking and discovering new places.

A law graduate from SNDT University with a Master’s degree in Commerce from Mumbai University, Nivedita joined the organisation as a data analyst and is now a correspondent. She is a part of the team that monitors stock exchange notices and corporate releases, and disseminates the news in real time. Nivedita loves to cook a variety of dishes and chills over dancing to Bollywood beats or a game of badminton.

Hailing from the tiny state of Goa, Noopur completed her bachelor's in media and communication from Manipal Institute of Communication and master's in journalism from Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication. She loves different forms of storytelling, which brought her to journalism. She is trained in Kathak and Hindustani classical music. She a special place in her heart for the performing arts.

Owais has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and specialises in Windows and Linux System Administration. He has over four years of experience, with an expertise in implementing security measures, troubleshooting complex issues, and delivering strong technical support. Owais is passionate about travel, literature, and motorcycle rides.

Pallavi Singhal is a part of the Commodity wire at Informist. With a total experience of five years, she has reported on varied subjects covering crime, courts, health and politics at Indian Express. Later, at Moneycontrol, she covered commerce and agriculture. Human interest stories have always piqued her interest. Hailing from the jhumka town of Bareilly, where she was born and brought up, Pallavi enjoys swimming, travelling, and is always up for a trip to the mountains or beaches.

Pooja has a Bachelor’s of Management Studies degree from SK Somaiya College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai. In this organisation, Pooja had started her career as a data analyst and is now a part of the editorial team that reports on news that comes from the exchanges and companies. Cooking, travelling, dancing, and music are some of Pooja’s interests.

Prajnashree hails from Bhubaneswar, and has done her MBA in HR from KIIT University. She seamlessly blends her corporate acumen with the grace of a trained Odissi dancer. With over four years of experience in HR, Prajnashree believes she is not just managing HR, but orchestrating a symphony of talent. She finds joy in cooking and capturing the beauty of nature through photography.

An IT engineering graduate, Pranav is a keen learner and highly interested in IT operations & computer hardware. From a young age, he used to play around his computer to fix issues, upgrade physical configurations, and troubleshoot. This led him to pursue the career of his choice. Pranav is part of the IT team in Mumbai. His experience with gaming also drives his interest in the latest technologies and software development trends. Outside office you could find him playing badminton.

Pranita has around a year’s experience in this organisation. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from NK Vradkar College, Mumbai University. Pranita loves listening to classical music, dancing, trekking, and travelling.

Pratiksha lived her childhood dream when she enrolled as a journalist after a Master’s degree from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. A part of the Money team, Pratiksha mainly covers the forex market. Delhi-based Pratiksha hails from Allahabad, though the ‘fauji’ kid has lived pretty much all across the country. The true-blue ‘filmi’ Pratiksha is huge fan of SRK and can often be found humming a Bollywood tune. With a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, she also has a deep interest in domestic and global politics. Pratiksha dreams of opening a humble cafe with unlimited chai supply one day.

A lover of Sylvia Plath and Frida Kahlo, Priyasmita hails from a quaint French town called Chandannagore in West Bengal. She grew up with books, loves to tell stories and uses mathematics to figure out life. A blend of these interests drew her to journalism, particularly finance journalism. She debuted as journalist at Informist, and she covers developments related to government policy. While she fails at being fiscally prudent herself, she keeps a keen eye on the government's finances and its policies. Her retirement plans include getting back to Kathak, her first love, and writing a book to become immortal.

Rajeev has been a journalist since 1989, proficient in the print and digital environments. He was a part of the team that launched the innovative newspaper DNA in 2005. He later shaped the paper’s digital presence and went on to head the flagship edition in 2011. In between, he launched a newspaper for the youth and later a movies website that went against conventional wisdom that only gossip sells, and went on to add over a million loyal users. Onlooker, The Free Press Journal, Mid-Day, The Sunday Observer and rediff.com are the other organisations where Rajeev honed his craft. After DNA, he also tried his hand at small business, discovered there was a lot to learn, and went back to school.

"Time doesn't exist in the grand scheme of the universes," he says looking up at the skies. This, after having spent 28 years in journalism and four years in financial services. Time must have taken a toll on him! He smiles at this suggestion. Social events of 1992-93 in the then Bombay drove Rajesh to writing voraciously on social and political issues in letters to the editor for various newspapers and magazines. This passion for writing led him to the job of a stock market reporter at Business Standard in 1994. The beginning of his journalistic journey coincided with the start of automated trading system in the country's stock market with the inception of the National Stock Exchange of India. He saw and reported on the advent of automated trading and rolling settlements on the exchanges, the depository system and the equity derivatives products. He witnessed how SEBI’s capital market regulations grew in stature and strength. At Informist, Rajesh tracks SEBI and the Securities Appellate Tribunal as well as stock exchanges. Love for his daughter, a moderate lifestyle, time in the kitchen with vegetables, herbs and fruits, and being out in the nature keeps his soul happy.

Sachi, who has done her graduation from Mithibai College of Mumbai, covers the corporate bond and short-term debt markets for Informist. She loves to anchor events and take part in debates. She looks forward to travelling and exploring new places.

After reporting macroeconomic data and fiscal policy from Delhi for over three decades, Saji has opted for the tranquillity of God’s Own Country. He was a part of the founding team of CRISIL MarketWire and NewsWire18, India’s first financial market data terminal that later was renamed Cogencis Information Services. Saji headed government and macro-economy coverage from Delhi for CRISIL MarketWire, NewsWire18, Cogencis and Informist Media. He was also a part of Bridge News. Prior to that, Saji headed the corporate bureau of the Press Trust of India, the country’s largest news agency. Saji has a Masters in Economics from Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala. He is currently a Consulting Editor with Informist Media. Saji spends his free time watching movies, reading non-fiction, graphic novels, and doing sudoku.

Sandeep brings around 17 years of experience in writing and copy editing for various platforms - from a legal process outsourcing firm to a financial news website, and a financial news wire. He has done his Bachelor’s in Commerce from Mumbai University. Sandeep joined Informist in 2021 and he closely tracks the global equity and commodity markets and also keeps a sharp eye on political development in India and overseas. Based in Mumbai, Sandeep enjoys reading newspapers and watching sports. He aspires to become an entrepreneur one day.

Sandip has completed his Bachelor’s in Commerce from Jai Bharat College of Commerce, Mumbai. He brings about a decade’s experience as a data analyst. His hobbies include playing cricket, travelling, trekking and cooking.

Sarita has around 10 years of experience in handling accounts and finance, eight of them in this organisation. She has a Master’s degree in Commerce from Mumbai University. She brings strong problem-solving abilities and has a keen eye for identifying areas of improvement in financial procedures. Sarita enjoys listening to music and loves to spend time with her family.

Shaheed has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from M.V.M College of Commerce and Science, and had joined this organisation two years ago. Shaheed loves to travel and play cricket and carrom.

Shahid brings an experience of 35 years, having worked with top newspapers, magazines, websites, and news agencies. Covering political news is his forte and he has been witness to and has reported on landmark developments over the decades. Among his many distinctions as a political reporter, are his interviews of two prime ministers while they were in office. Shahid has been with Informist for over 18 years, and now in his role as a consultant in the Money team, he closely monitors developments in Parliament and has played a key role in the coverage of the government’s annual Budget and the Economic Survey. Shahid hails from Allahabad and is an alumnus of St Xavier's College, Kolkata.

Shashidhar Jha hails from Bihar and holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications. He has over eight years of expertise in the field of IT infrastructure and network support, of which he has spent six years in this organisation. Beyond technology, Shashidhar enjoys sketching and is passionate about cricket, having played for the state of Jharkhand. He also loves to watch movies to unwind.

Shivaji has around seven years of experience in data analysis. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Raja Shivchhatrapati Arts and Commerce College, Kolhapur. Shivaji loves trekking, going on long journeys, and exploring new places of natural beauty. He is passionate about cricket and football and his other interests include reading books and watching documentaries.

Shreya Shetty hails from Mumbai and has an education background of commerce, a Master's in English literature, journalism. She is a published researcher. Passionate about food, Shreya is keen on cooking and baking. She is also an avid artist, working with all mediums. Shreya eventually wants to move to Academics some day. She is part of the Commodity team in Mumbai.

Originally from the terrains of Himachal Pradesh, Shubham now lives in Delhi and holds a post-graduate diploma in journalism from IIMC. Informist is his first stint as a journalist and as part of the Money team, he covers everything macro--from government's finances to the health of the Indian economy. Shubham likes to call himself a critic of monetary policy. In his free time, he likes to read, sleep and scroll through food delivery apps. While he enjoys Delhi, his heart aches for his home town, Kangra. Shubham is also great with cafe and food recommendations, but struggles to order his lunch every day.

Shyam is originally from Ghaziabad, UP, and graduated from Zakir Husain Delhi College. Before joining Informist, he gained experience working with several organizations. In his free time, Shyam enjoys spending weekends playing cricket. At Informist, he manages administrative responsibilities of our Delhi office.

Siddharth has reported on the economy, data, and matters related to monetary and fiscal policies for more than a decade. He previously worked at Moneycontrol for more than two years. At work, he is a stickler for the Oxford comma. Outside of work, his interests range from watching an absurd number of films and shows to fantasy football. He is adamant that The Lord of the Rings trilogy being the best films of all time is a fact and not a subjective opinion.

Siddhesh has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from YCOU, Thane, and joined the organisation six months ago. He loves to play cricket and kabbadi and enjoys adventures. He likes to read historical books and visit heritage sites. Siddhesh also finds joy in repairing electrical equipment, and has done a course on it.

Siddhi has a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and a post-graduate diploma from Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Prior to her current role of a bond market reporter at Informist, Siddhi had worked as a content writer and a social media manager.

A journalism graduate from Wilson College, Mumbai, Simran completed her post-graduation in business and financial journalism from Asian College of Journalism-Bloomberg programme. A keen interest in maths and business, drove her to business journalism. Simran loves the city of Mumbai. She is a trained contemporary and Bharatanatyam dancer. She has completed Mandarin (Chinese) Language Level II, scoring 200/200 in the global level HSK exam.

Sonali has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Mumbai University. She enjoys a game of badminton and kho-kho.

Sourabh has done his post-graduate diploma in Journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bengaluru, and has a Bachelor’s degree, with a major in Political Science from the Indira Gandhi National Open University. At Informist, Sourabh covers the forex market. He is passionate about international relations and technology.

Srijita hails from Kolkata and is a graduate in law from the University of Calcutta. She did her post-graduation in Business and Financial Journalism from Asian College of Journalism. Part of the Money team, she currently covers the government bond market. Srijita professes a keen interest in law, economy and politics, and has a drive to explore diverse narratives. Outside work, Srijita likes to sing, go on hikes and watch films from around the world.

Hailing from Kerala, Steffy grew up in Delhi and is now settled with her family in the quiet, scenic city of Visakhapatnam. She is the youngest in her family and an aunt to two toddlers. After pursuing her post-graduate diploma in Multimedia Journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bangalore, she is now part of Informist's equity team. A strong tea, good conversations, long walks, and nice weather would make her day.

Sunil started his journey in business journalism in 1995, as a trainee copy editor with a leading pink paper in Ahmedabad. Since then, he has worked in various cities for top news organisations and platforms – newspapers, global wire services and television channels. He has also had a stint in the corporate world, working for a strategic communications consulting firm. This diverse experience has given Sunil a peep into the functioning of top newsmakers from various sectors. Based in Ahmedabad, Sunil has been associated with Informist for nearly four years, and he tracks corporate developments from the state. A cheerful smile makes Sunil’s day and he likes to relax with music.

Surya hails from Lucknow, the City of Nawabs, and has a postgraduate diploma in broadcast journalism from IIJNM, Bengaluru. A Computer Science graduate from Delhi University, Surya is studying law and has been covering the courts for two years. Surya loves dramatics and poetry, and he’s a natural with the mic. This former district-level cricketer shares his birthday with his namesake cricketer Sanath Jaya‘suriya’. Surya can challenge you with a 10-minute plank and follow it up with a huge platter of chhole-bhature.

Swapnil joined this organisation six months ago. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Vikas College, Mumbai University. He loves dancing and travelling.

Tanima brings over a decade of experience on copy desks of various media organisations. An “intentional” journalist, she grew up in Bokaro, Jharkhand, and is a graduate in English Literature from Delhi University, and a post-graduate from Indian Institute of Mass Communication. A news junkie, Tanima particularly enjoys working on stories related to politics and the macroeconomy. A bibliophile, Tanima enjoys reading mystery and graphic novels. She is trained classical dancer and also blogs on food. Based in Delhi, Tanima lives with her cat, and hopes to watch a Wimbledon final at the Centre Court one day.

Taniva, who hails from Siliguri in West Bengal, always wanted to be journalist. She has done her graduation in Journalism, Literature and Psychology from Bangalore University and has a diploma in Multimedia Journalism from Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bengaluru. Taniva, who covers the commodities space at Informist, enjoys reading fiction and traveling and also loves to watch movies. Playing badminton and occasional sketching are her other hobbies.

Vaishali, a foreign exchange reporter at Informist, hails from Delhi. She has a Bachelor's and Master’s Degree in Journalism from the University of Delhi. Vaishali is passionate about the world of business and its intricacies. She loves to engage in conversations on issues such as geopolitics, cyber-attacks and national security. She has a keen interest in learning languages and has picked up a bit of Bengali and Spanish, apart from the staples. Vaishali is skilled at playing chess. She aspires to become an entrepreneur at some point in life.

A commerce graduate, and a post-graduate diploma holder in Journalism and Mass Communication from Xavier's Institute of Communications, Vidhushi is interested in literature and reading books from varied countries. Currently working as a reporter at Informist, she covers call money and short-term debt market.

Vinit Verma, a Manager in the technology department, has over a decade of experience in managing technology operations in Delhi, having started off with the organisation’s NewsWire18 avatar. Apart from a Bachelor's degree, he is also certified as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate. Hailing from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh, Vinit has a passion for cricket and a keen interest in political developments.

Vinod brings over 20 years of experience, a large part of which has been about playing a key role in data management. He has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Mathematics from Mumbai University. Off work hours, Vinod likes to read, listen to music, and watch movies.

Vinodini Yadav has completed her Degree in Bachelors of Commerce from Mumbai University. She likes to explore new places and is interested in making jewellery, painting, and gardening.

A key member of tech team in Mumbai, Vishal holds a Master's degree in Information Technology. He dreams of becoming a skilled UI/UX developer. Beyond the tech world, he enjoys running and swimming.

Delhi based Vivek is a graduate in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, and along with his job, he is also pursuing a part-time MBA programme. Vivek’s responsibilities include closely tracking updates from the government, regulators, including the Reserve Bank of India, and other sources. He hails from Bihar but has been brought up in Mumbai and Delhi. Vivek has a keen interest in sports, music and travel.

Yogesh has about seven years of experience in data analysis in the organisation. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Rajiv Gandhi College, Mumbai University. Yogesh loves playing cricket.