Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/04/1983 |
| Age | 42 years |
| Birthplace | Village Chamari, District Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh |
Latest News about Saurabh Dwivedi
01/2026
Saurabh Dwivedi stepped down from the India Today Group in early January 2026 after nearly 12 years, resigning as founding editor of The Lallantop and editor of India Today Hindi. Later that month, he took charge of the Hindi digital initiative of The Indian Express, overseeing its Hindi editorial operations including video programmes and the e-paper.
12/2025
Saurabh Dwivedi moderated a widely discussed public debate on the existence of God between lyricist Javed Akhtar and Islamic scholar Shamail Nadwi in New Delhi. The event drew significant attention for its intellectual discourse on religion and atheism, highlighting Dwivedi's role in facilitating high-profile public discussions.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Shibbu |
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| Famous for | Being a founding editor of The Lallantop, a Hindi news and media web portal owned by the India Today Group |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 177 cm |
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| Weight | 74 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
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| Religion | Hinduism |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affair | Gunjan |
| Marriage Date | Year 2010 |
| Spouse Name | Gunjan Dwivedi |
Family
| Spouse | Gunjan Dwivedi | ||||
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| Siblings | Abhay Dwivedi (director at Infopark, Jalaun) |
Career
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| Career Start | March 2007 as intern with Star News |
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| Current Position | Head of Hindi Digital Initiative at The Indian Express (January 2026 onwards) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Saurabh Dwivedi consumes alcohol occasionally. | |
| 2. During his childhood, Saurabh Dwivedi disliked being photographed and often cried when placed in front of the camera. | |
| 3. While completing his MA in Hindi, Saurabh Dwivedi was encouraged to consider a career in journalism. | |
| 4. After finishing his studies in 2010, Saurabh Dwivedi married Gunjan. | |
| 5. Saurabh Dwivedi maintains his fitness by practicing Yoga consistently. | |
| 6. The Lallantop platform has a reach of over 40 million online viewers | |
| 7. Saurabh Dwivedi has over 15 years of experience in journalism | |
| 8. He is known for his extensive election coverage across India | |
| 9. He actively engages with youth through speaking engagements at prestigious institutions |