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Kiran Parashar

Kiran Parashar is a Special Correspondent at The Indian Express, bringing over a decade of rigorous experience to the field of journalism. Based in Bengaluru, he specializes in high-impact reporting across Karnataka, focusing on the intersection of governance, security, and public interest.

Experience & Career

Kiran’s career trajectory began as a founding team member of City Today, an English evening daily in Mysuru. He later transitioned to The New Indian Express in Bengaluru before joining The Times of India in 2018 as a Senior Correspondent. During his tenure there, his professional excellence was recognized with the prestigious Chairman's Best Scribe Award. Since joining The Indian Express in 2021, he has continued to deliver incisive coverage on regional and national affairs. Beyond traditional news, he has also contributed his expertise to various Over The Top (OTT) documentary projects.

Expertise & Focus Areas: With a post-graduate degree in Electronic Media from the University of Mysore, Kiran employs a multifaceted approach to storytelling. His reporting is characterized by:

Crime & Defense: In-depth coverage of security frameworks and law enforcement.
Political Analysis: Monitoring the evolving political landscape of Karnataka and its legislative impact.
Civic Issues: Highlighting urban infrastructure challenges and municipal governance.
Fact-Checking: Utilizing his expertise as a Google-certified fact-checker to combat misinformation.

Authoritativeness & Trust: Kiran’s authority in specialized reporting is backed by formal training and industry accolades. In 2017, he successfully completed the Defence Correspondents Course (DCC), an intensive program conducted by the Ministry of Defence, equipping him with a sophisticated understanding of military and strategic affairs. His commitment to accuracy is further reinforced by his certification from Google News Initiative, ensuring his reportage meets the highest standards of digital integrity.

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