Jyoti Malhotra
Jyoti Malhotra – Veteran Foreign Policy Journalist, First Woman Editor-in-Chief of The Tribune & Strategic Affairs Speaker
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About Jyoti Malhotra
Jyoti Malhotra is a veteran journalist with over 35 years of experience in reporting on politics, diplomacy, and South Asian affairs. She was appointed the first-ever female Editor-in-Chief of one of India's most venerable and respected English-language dailies, The Tribune, in May 2024 (Exchange4Media).
She has worked as a career of managing newsrooms such as The Indian Express, India Today, Star News, and ThePrint, where she served as National & Strategic Affairs Editor. Frequent commentator for BBC Radio and international magazines, Malhotra has reported from global hotspots, including post-Soviet Russia, Pakistan during the Kargil conflict, and India's border diplomacy efforts.
A reporter beyond reportage, Malhotra is a voice of reason and sagacity at times of turmoil. Her deep understanding of war, diplomacy, culture, and the power dynamics that rule our world makes her a valuable speaker for policy communities, media gatherings, institutions of learning, and leadership forums. Currently, apart from her editorial role, she pens researched, balanced stories for ThePrint—an institution famous for independent journalism and commentary.
Jyoti Malhotra is a veteran journalist with over 35 years of experience in reporting on politics, diplomacy, and South Asian affairs. She was appointed the first-ever female Editor-in-Chief of one of India's most venerable and respected English-language dailies, The Tribune, in May 2024 (Exchange4Media).
She has worked as a career of managing newsrooms such as The Indian Express, India Today, Star News, and ThePrint, where she served as National & Strategic Affairs Editor. Frequent commentator for BBC Radio and international magazines, Malhotra has reported from global hotspots, including post-Soviet Russia, Pakistan during the Kargil conflict, and India's border diplomacy efforts.
A reporter beyond reportage, Malhotra is a voice of reason and sagacity at times of turmoil. Her deep understanding of war, diplomacy, culture, and the power dynamics that rule our world makes her a valuable speaker for policy communities, media gatherings, institutions of learning, and leadership forums. Currently, apart from her editorial role, she pens researched, balanced stories for ThePrint—an institution famous for independent journalism and commentary.
Achievements
1. First woman Editor-in-Chief of The Tribune Group (appointed May 2024)
2. Over 35 years of experience in political and foreign affairs journalism
3. Previously National & Strategic Affairs Editor, ThePrint
4. Senior editorial roles at India Today, Star News, and The Indian Express
5. Contributor to BBC Radio and other international media platforms
6. Covered landmark stories like the collapse of the Soviet Union, India-Pakistan diplomacy, and conflict zones of Asia
7. Speaker at Jaipur Literature Festival, CII Mindmind Summit, and international forums on geopolitics, media, and leadership
1. First woman Editor-in-Chief of The Tribune Group (appointed May 2024)
2. Over 35 years of experience in political and foreign affairs journalism
3. Previously National & Strategic Affairs Editor, ThePrint
4. Senior editorial roles at India Today, Star News, and The Indian Express
5. Contributor to BBC Radio and other international media platforms
6. Covered landmark stories like the collapse of the Soviet Union, India-Pakistan diplomacy, and conflict zones of Asia
7. Speaker at Jaipur Literature Festival, CII Mindmind Summit, and international forums on geopolitics, media, and leadership
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Why Jyoti Malhotra?
Jyoti Malhotra does not just bring experience, but lived history to the stage. With over three decades of frontline journalism in the most politically charged regions of South Asia and the world, she offers uncommon insight into diplomacy, conflict, and the metamorphosis of modern India. Her presence is not that of a motivational coach with scripted lines—of a storyteller, a truth-seeker, and a cultural interpreter who has witnessed the rise and fall of nations from the inside out.
She has interviewed prime ministers, walked the corridors of foreign ministries, and reported from Moscow at the collapse of the Soviet Union. Her journalistic integrity and her calm analytical mind make her a dependable voice in an age of hyperbole. For audiences struggling to keep up with the ins and outs of geopolitics, the India–Pakistan relationship, or the lessons of navigating a newsroom as a woman in a patriarchal occupation—Malhotra doesn't tell, she lives.
Whether you are hosting a media summit, a public diplomacy convocation, or a women in leadership series, she delivers in soft-spoken conviction and endearing candor. Her speeches connect macro events with personal experiences, so the most complex global problems get turned into intimate and urgent issues. If you are looking for someone who will not only teach but will inspire introspection—Jyoti Malhotra is the voice you've been searching for.
Jyoti Malhotra does not just bring experience, but lived history to the stage. With over three decades of frontline journalism in the most politically charged regions of South Asia and the world, she offers uncommon insight into diplomacy, conflict, and the metamorphosis of modern India. Her presence is not that of a motivational coach with scripted lines—of a storyteller, a truth-seeker, and a cultural interpreter who has witnessed the rise and fall of nations from the inside out.
She has interviewed prime ministers, walked the corridors of foreign ministries, and reported from Moscow at the collapse of the Soviet Union. Her journalistic integrity and her calm analytical mind make her a dependable voice in an age of hyperbole. For audiences struggling to keep up with the ins and outs of geopolitics, the India–Pakistan relationship, or the lessons of navigating a newsroom as a woman in a patriarchal occupation—Malhotra doesn't tell, she lives.
Whether you are hosting a media summit, a public diplomacy convocation, or a women in leadership series, she delivers in soft-spoken conviction and endearing candor. Her speeches connect macro events with personal experiences, so the most complex global problems get turned into intimate and urgent issues. If you are looking for someone who will not only teach but will inspire introspection—Jyoti Malhotra is the voice you've been searching for.
Talks About
1. Indian foreign policy & diplomacy in South Asia
2. Strategic affairs & international relations
3. Women in the media & newsroom leadership
4. Media responsibility & narrative framing
5. Politics of language, identity & nationalism
6. Reporting from conflict zones & authoritarian regimes
1. Indian foreign policy & diplomacy in South Asia
2. Strategic affairs & international relations
3. Women in the media & newsroom leadership
4. Media responsibility & narrative framing
5. Politics of language, identity & nationalism
6. Reporting from conflict zones & authoritarian regimes
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Jyoti Malhotra
Jyoti Malhotra – Veteran Foreign Policy Journalist, First Woman Editor-in-Chief of The Tribune & Strategic Affairs Speaker
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3. Can I hire Jyoti Malhotra for corporate events or academic summits through engage4more?
Yes. Jyoti Malhotra is a sought-after speaker for media leadership events, diplomacy summits, international relations forums, women’s leadership panels, and university keynotes.
4. What topics can Jyoti Malhotra speak about?
She speaks insightfully on India’s foreign policy, journalism ethics, South Asian geopolitics, women in leadership, narrative-building in media, and lessons from reporting in conflict zones.
1. How to book Jyoti Malhotra for an event through engage4more?
If you want to invite Jyoti Malhotra, renowned journalist and strategic affairs expert, please fill out the speaker inquiry form on the engage4more website. Our team will support you with availability, session type (keynote, panel, fireside chat), and coordination.
2. What is Jyoti Malhotra’s fee for an event as a speaker?
Her speaking fee depends on the event’s nature, format, audience size, and location. Reach out to engage4more for a customized quote tailored to your requirements.
3. Can I hire Jyoti Malhotra for corporate events or academic summits through engage4more?
Yes. Jyoti Malhotra is a sought-after speaker for media leadership events, diplomacy summits, international relations forums, women’s leadership panels, and university keynotes.
4. What topics can Jyoti Malhotra speak about?
She speaks insightfully on India’s foreign policy, journalism ethics, South Asian geopolitics, women in leadership, narrative-building in media, and lessons from reporting in conflict zones.