Saurabh Dwivedi Resigns from India Today Group After 12 Years; Kuldeep Mishra to Lead Lallantop Editorial Team

After 12 years with the India Today Group, Saurabh Dwivedi—one of the most familiar faces in Hindi digital journalism—has called it a day. His departure isn’t just a big deal for the company; it’s a turning point for The Lallantop, the Hindi news platform he turned into a go–to brand for young people.

When Saurabh first joined India Today Group

Digital news in Hindi was still finding its feet. He helped build The Lallantop from the ground up, shaping its voice and identity. People loved his no-nonsense interviews, his solid grip on politics and society, and the way he broke down complicated issues into simple stories. He made news feel real, not robotic.

With Saurabh at the helm, The Lallantop grew fast. They didn’t just push out headlines—they mixed news, deep dives, explainers, and long chats that really connected with people. He took big topics and made them feel like part of everyday life, changing how a whole generation reads and watches Hindi news online.

Now, Saurabh’s exit says something bigger about the media world in India.

More and more, experienced journalists are stepping away from big organizations to try new things on their own. He hasn’t announced his next step yet, but everyone’s guessing—will he launch a new media venture, try independent content, or maybe pull together something totally different?

His reputation means whatever he does next will get attention.

Stepping into Saurabh’s shoes at The Lallantop is Kuldeep Mishra.

He’s no stranger to the team, and people trust his editorial chops. Kuldeep knows what makes The Lallantop tick, and now it’s his turn to lead. The hope is that he’ll keep things steady but also bring in fresh ideas and new ways to tell stories.

The India Today Group sounds confident that he’s the right person for the job.