NEW DELHI (February 12, 2026) — Jist News, the digital-first news platform, has appointed acclaimed journalist and documentary filmmaker Asmita Nandy as Consulting Editor.
Nandy, a Ramnath Goenka Award winner, joins Jist News with nearly a decade of experience in investigative and immersive journalism across television, digital, and documentary formats.
Key Role & Responsibilities
In her new role, Asmita will be pivotal in driving the platform’s editorial and creative direction:
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Editorial Strategy: Shaping the long-term content roadmap for Jist.
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Documentary Initiatives: Leading high-impact documentary projects.
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Mentorship: Guiding and mentoring reporting teams to enhance investigative and field-based journalism.
Background & Career Highlights
Asmita Nandy is recognized for her “people-first” journalism and has reported for prominent Indian and international outlets, including The Quint, Brut, Reuters, CNA, and French TV.
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Awards: In addition to the Ramnath Goenka Award, she has received the WAN-IFRA South Asia Award and a RedInk Special Mention.
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Expertise: Known for ground-level narratives and editorial rigor in fast-evolving digital landscapes.
Leadership Perspectives
“Asmita brings exceptional editorial rigour and a documentary storytelling lens that align perfectly with Jist’s mission. Her leadership will be instrumental as we scale our investigative capabilities.”
— Sattvik Mishra, Co-founder, Jist News.
