NEW DELHI – Ankur Taneja has rejoined NDTV in a new leadership role as Deputy Editor for NDTV AutoMate, the network’s dedicated automotive vertical. Taneja shared the news of his appointment via a LinkedIn post, expressing enthusiasm for reconnecting with the brand.
Taneja makes the move from Times Network, where he most recently served as Associate Editor. This appointment marks his second stint with NDTV; he was previously associated with the organization for over eight years, from January 2011 to April 2019, in a production capacity.
Strategic Focus on Automotive Content
In his new role, Taneja will lead editorial initiatives for the AutoMate team, focusing on:
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Industry Engagement: Working closely with automotive partners and ecosystem colleagues.
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Content Delivery: Producing credible and impactful news, reviews, and analysis for the auto sector.
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Editorial Leadership: Driving the vertical’s growth under the continued guidance of NDTV’s senior leadership.
Taneja’s return highlights a trend of veteran journalists returning to the network to bolster its specialized content offerings.

