Runjhun Sharma

Journalist

Indian Delhi, India 5' 6" (167 cm)

Quick Info

ProfessionJournalist
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceDelhi, India

Latest News about Runjhun Sharma

07/09/2026

RT India launched Hindi digital operations in India, with Runjhun Sharma featured as Head of News. The rollout expanded the outlet's local-language presence and included her public-facing role in programming tied to India-focused coverage.

10/12/2025

Runjhun Sharma was appointed Head of News for RT India, taking charge of the outlet's India-focused editorial operations. The role placed her among the senior figures shaping RT India's launch and newsroom strategy.

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Bio/Wiki

Work Experience
  • Started as a Photographer at the Press Information Bureau in January 2010.
  • Served as a Senior Creative Producer at National Geographic Channel from October 2012 to February 2013.
  • Joined CNN-News18 in March 2013 as a Senior Correspondent and was promoted to Special Correspondent in March 2018.
  • Leads the Delhi Bureau at CNN News18.
  • Appointed Head of News for RT India in December 2025, based in Moscow.
  • Appointed Head of News for RT India in November 2024, based in New Delhi and Moscow.
Focus Areas
  • Reports on gender sensitivity and minority oppression.
  • Covers stories from remote areas in India and specializes in documentaries.
  • Reports on political risks involving Russia, China, and other countries.
  • Covers conflict zones and geopolitical events.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 6" (167 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorLight Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityDelhi University, Delhi, India
DegreeGraduation in Journalism (Honors) (2006-2009)

Personal Life

Marital StatusUnmarried
ReligionHinduism
CasteBrahmin

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Career

Awards
  • UNFPA Laadli Award for Gender Sensitivity (2015)
  • Red Ink Special Mention Award (2019)
Notable Involvements
  • Delivered a TEDx Talk on the importance of gender in journalism in 2020.
  • Reported on significant global events and political risks involving various countries.
  • Covered the conflict in Ukraine.
  • Leads RT India's editorial newsroom as Head of News, sharing this role with Margarita Simonyan.
Historic AchievementBecame the first television journalist appointed by a foreign Head of State when selected to lead RT India's editorial newsroom in November 2024 by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Favourites

Interests
  • Travelling to distant places
  • Reading books
  • Practising yoga

Style Quotient

StyleOften shares her fitness journey and yoga practices on social media.

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/runjhun.sharmaa/
Twitterhttps://x.com/Runjhunsharmas
LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/runjhun-sharma-38185730/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Reported from conflict zones including Ukraine and provided analyses on geopolitical risks.
2. Has served in leadership roles and mentored a team of seven reporters.
3. Values the inclusion of women in journalism and advocates for gender parity in the field.
4. Based in Moscow as a prominent South Asia correspondent for RT India.
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