Deccan Herald
Barkha Kumari's work experience includes being a Chief sub-editor and reporter at Deccan Herald, where they focus on news features concerning Bengaluru and Karnataka. Barkha is also in charge of The Saturday Story, a weekend edition that brings lesser-written stories in a first-person/experiential format. Prior to that, they worked as a Freelance Journalist/Writer and wrote for various publications such as Moneycontrol, Financial Express, Vice, Truly Curious, FirstPost, Deccan Herald, The New Indian Express, and more. Barkha was also an editorial consultant for WhatASleep and wrote content for HT Brand Studio. Barkha worked as a Chief sub-editor cum reporter at 101Reporters, where they oversaw desk operations and a series called The Promise of Commons. Additionally, they have experience as a Blogger, Senior Correspondent at Bangalore Mirror, Senior Sub-editor at The New Indian Express, and Senior Sub-editor at Deccan Chronicle Holdings ltd. Barkha started their career as a Trainee Journalist at Hindustan Times.
Barkha Kumari pursued a Bachelor's degree in Media Science from NSHM Knowledge Campus from 2007 to 2010, specializing in Journalism, Advertising, and Marketing. Additionally, they completed a Diploma in Print Journalism from Asian College of Journalism in 2010-2011, focusing on Print Journalism, Environment, Urban Studies, and Technology.
Deccan Herald
Deccan Herald is Karnataka’s guide to the times we live in, and is more often than not the authentic voice of the community. While Karnataka and Bengaluru hold a special place in the heart of the newspaper, the Herald’s coverage of national and world happenings is equally comprehensive. The opinion pages present a variety of views on national, state and international issues and the editorials are known for their well-informed commentary. The feature sections give readers not only various perspectives, but also the emotions behind the stories. Deccan Herald has set the benchmark for high quality journalism in Bengaluru and Karnataka.