NEW DELHI — Veteran broadcast and print journalist Shri Ajay Kumar has been appointed as Group Editor of the English daily newspaper Top Story.
In his new editorial leadership role, Shri Kumar will steer the newspaper’s overall editorial direction, manage the editorial board, develop high-impact content, and expand the publication’s reach across print, digital, and social media platforms.
Career Highlights & Editorial Scope
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Print & Broadcast Legacy: Bringing over 33 years of experience across media sectors, Shri Kumar’s career includes senior leadership positions such as Managing Editor at Bharat 24, India TV, and News Nation, as well as key executive roles at Aaj Tak and Star News.
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Global Reporting Track Record: A seasoned war correspondent and political journalist, Shri Kumar covered the 1999 Kargil War, the 2001 World Trade Center attacks in New York, the Iraq War, and conflicts in Afghanistan and Kashmir. His high-profile interviews include international figures such as Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, and former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
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Editorial Mandate at Top Story: Rejoining print journalism, Shri Kumar will focus on reinforcing the newspaper’s analytical reporting, opinion pieces, and credibility-driven coverage while guiding brand development and editorial quality across all media formats.
