Lallantop Editor Saurabh Dwivedi exits India Today group after nearly 12 years
New Delhi: Saurabh Dwivedi, Editor of digital news platform Lallantop and India Today Hindi, has stepped down from the India Today Group after nearly twelve years with the organisation, marking the end of a significant chapter in Hindi digital journalism.
The development was confirmed by Kalli Purie, Vice Chairperson of the India Today Group, who acknowledged Dwivedi’s contributions and leadership, and wished him well for his future endeavours. She noted that discussions about Dwivedi exploring opportunities beyond the group had been ongoing, as he was keen to channel his creative energy into newer formats and platforms outside the group’s current portfolio.
Dwivedi joined the India Today Group as a Features Editor at aajtak.in under its Mediaplex initiative. Over the years, he emerged as one of the group’s most prominent homegrown editorial leaders. As the founding editor of Lallantop, he played a central role in shaping the platform’s distinct editorial voice and expanding its reach among young, Hindi-speaking audiences, particularly in India’s heartland. Along with colleague Kamlesh, Dwivedi helped build Lallantop into one of the country’s most influential digital news brands.
Following his exit, editorial leadership at Lallantop will transition to Kuldeep Mishra, who will take over full editorial responsibility. Rajat Sain will head the Production Team. Both are founding members of Lallantop. Mishra is known for anchoring popular shows such as The LT Show and Netanagari, while Sain has overseen several key production and format innovations during the platform’s growth.
Dwivedi also addressed his departure through social media posts, describing it as the end of a journey and the beginning of another. In a post on X, he thanked Lallantop for the identity, learning and confidence it gave him. He also shared a photograph with the line, “After a comma, preparing for a new journey.”
https://x.com/saurabhtop/status/2008144261930524930?s=20
While the reasons for his exit have not been officially detailed, his departure has triggered widespread discussion and speculation within media circles.
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Experience comes when you play bigger teams in bilateral series: Rashid Khan
Chennai (PTI): Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan called for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team signed off from the T20 World Cup on a high, defeating Canada in their final group match here on Thursday.
Afghanistan played some exhilarating cricket, going down to South Africa in a gripping second Super Over after the scores were tied, a humdinger that provided one of the early thrills of the World Cup.
However, the spin-bowling stalwart said Afghanistan could make significant strides if they get regular opportunities to compete against stronger cricketing nations.
"Couple of areas to improve, with the batting, the middle order got a bit stuck against the big teams, and then with the bowling the death overs. That comes when you play the bigger teams in bilateral series," said Rashid after his team defeat Canada by 82 runs, with him returning excellent figures of 2 for 19.
The stalwart said the side had arrived well prepared for the tournament and produced some breathtaking cricket, but admitted the narrow defeat to South Africa proved costly and remained a painful setback.
"We were well-prepared (for the tournament), we played some unbelievable cricket. The game against South Africa, that really hurt everyone. We had to win one of those (first two) games and see how the tournament unfolded. We'll take some positive things from this World Cup and look forward," he said.
With head coach Jonathan Trott set to part ways with the team, Rashid described the departure as an "emotional" moment for the side.
"I think we had some wonderful times with him. Where we are now, he played a main role. It's emotional to see him leave us, but that's how life is. We wish him all the best and somewhere down the line we see him again."
Ibrahim Zadran, who was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 95 off 56 balls, said it was satisfying to finally register a substantial score after two below-par outings.
"I enjoyed it, didn't play better cricket in first two innings, which I expect. Wanted to back my skills, really enjoyed it. Pressure was there, it's there all the time. I want to put myself in pressure situations and enjoy it," said Zadran.
"Wanted to play positive cricket, rotate strike and punish bad ball, create partnerships and this is what I have done."
