Aniruddha Dhar is a senior journalist currently serving as a Senior Assistant Editor and Head of the Digital Global Desk at The Indian Express. With over 14 years of experience in Indian media, he is a recognised authority around news on international relations, defence strategy, and the shifting geopolitical landscape of South Asia.

Recipient of the Digital Journalist of the Year (2023–24) award at HT Digital, Aniruddha combines rigorous traditional editorial standards with high-performance digital strategy.

Editorial leadership and global strategy

In his role heading the Digital Global Desk, Aniruddha oversees the strategic direction, curation, and verification of international news for one of India’s most respected media houses. He leads a team dedicated to decoding complex global shifts, ensuring that readers receive nuanced, fact-based reporting on:

• South Asian geopolitics: Specialised expertise in India’s neighbourhood, with deep coverage of political transitions in Bangladesh, regional security, and diplomatic manoeuvres.

• Defence and national security: In-depth analysis of global defence acquisitions, border strategy, and India’s strategic autonomy.

• International policy: Translating dense global policy and multilateral agreements into accessible, high-impact stories for a digital-first audience.

Experience and professional pedigree

Aniruddha’s career is built on a foundation of frontline reporting across multiple general election cycles, government transitions, and major international summits. Before his tenure at The Indian Express, he held key editorial positions at Hindustan Times and Outlook India, building a formidable body of work that bridges immediate breaking news with long-term analytical depth.