Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 16/07/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about Sanket Upadhyay
03/02/2026
Sanket Upadhyay launched two independent YouTube channels, Double Check and Awadh Punch, marking his return to independent digital journalism. Double Check focuses on fact-checking and verifying information, while Awadh Punch covers the history and culture of the Awadh region of Uttar Pradesh.
15/06/2025
Sanket Upadhyay announced his departure from NDTV after a four-and-a-half-year stint as consulting editor. He said he was looking for a new professional address, marking a significant career transition after his long run on NDTV 24X7 and NDTV India.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Indian journalist known for his work across major news networks including NDTV, Times Now, and Network18. Co-founder of The Red Mike digital platform. Spouse of journalist Palki S Upadhyay. In 2026 he launched the independent YouTube channels Double Check and Awadh Punch. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | 1991-2000: Delhi Public School, Noida |
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| College/University | Delhi University, India |
| Educational Qualification | 2000-2003: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Journalism from Delhi University |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Madhukar Upadhyay (writer, journalist, and professor at National Tribal University, Amarkantak) |
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| Mother | Kumud Upadhyay (passed away in late 2025) |
| Siblings | Sanchita Upadhyay |
| Spouse | Palki S Upadhyay (journalist) |
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Career
| August 2003 - August 2005 | Staff Writer at Hindustan Times |
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| August 2005 - October 2007 | Correspondent at NDTV |
| October 2007 - March 2008 | Principal Correspondent at NewsX in Delhi |
| March 2008 - July 2008 | Principal Correspondent at Headlines Today, TV Today, and Aaj Tak |
| July 2008 - February 2014 | Deputy News Editor at TIMES NOW Bennett, Coleman and Co. Ltd. |
| February 2014 - July 2016 | Senior News Editor at TV Today in Noida |
| July 2016 - May 2018 | Deputy Executive Editor at Network18 Media & Investments Limited |
| May 2019 - Present | Consulting Editor at NDTV, Delhi |
| May 2019 - 2023 | Consulting Editor at NDTV, Delhi |
| 2024 - Present | Co-Founder at The Red Mike |
| 2023 - Present | Co-Founder at The Red Mike (digital platform launched with Sunil and Saurabh Shukla) |
| May 2019 - June 2025 | Consulting Editor at NDTV, Delhi |
| 2023 - 2025 | Co-Founder at The Red Mike (digital platform launched with Sunil and Saurabh Shukla) |
| 2025 - Present | Independent journalist and content creator, after stepping down from The Red Mike (reported late 2025) |
| 2026 - Present | Founder of the independent YouTube channels Double Check and Awadh Punch |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sanket Upadhyay's father is Madhukar Upadhyay, a well-known Indian journalist, writer, and professor. | |
| 2. In 2021, Sanket Upadhyay posted a throwback picture with his father and sister taken during a walk on the Dandi route in 1994. | |
| 3. At the beginning of his career, Sanket Upadhyay worked as a Staff Writer at Hindustan Times. | |
| 4. Sanket Upadhyay has gained experience working with different news channels such as NDTV, NewsX, TV Today, Times Now, and Network18. | |
| 5. In 2019, Sanket Upadhyay became a Consulting Editor at NDTV. | |
| 6. Sanket Upadhyay once revealed his family's history dating back to the 1950s through a post on his social media platform. | |
| 7. Sanket Upadhyay hosted debate shows including 'The Big Fight' at Times Now and anchored 'Khabaron Ki Khabar' prime time show. | |
| 8. In 2023, Sanket Upadhyay left NDTV and launched The Red Mike, a digital platform focused on factual and fearless journalism. | |
| 9. The Red Mike platform has over 946,000 subscribers as of 2026. | |
| 10. Sanket Upadhyay launched two new YouTube channels, 'Double Check' and 'Awadh Punch', in 2024 to expand his digital media presence. | |
| 11. He is married to Palki S Upadhyay, a former Managing Editor at WION, and they married in 2008. | |
| 12. Sanket Upadhyay launched two new YouTube channels, 'Double Check' and 'Awadh Punch', in 2026 to expand his independent digital presence. | |
| 13. Sanket Upadhyay writes and hosts the AI With Sanket programme for The Federal, where he has published recent commentary on current affairs. |
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