Writer OR Columnist OR Editor Speakers in India

Global Youth Mentor, #1 Bestselling Author, having delivering multiple TEDx Talks and Josh Talks, an Award Winning Public Speaker, A Columnist For Leading Newspapers, Mental Health Awareness Advocate, Award Winning Filmmaker and Actor, A Youth Influencer, With His Critically Acclaimed Debut Novel "A Celebration In Tribulation" Written At The Age Of 16. He Has Also Authored “PANDEMIC 2020” One Of World's First Fiction Novel On COVID19, For Which He Has Received The “India Book Of Records" as well as the “ASIA BOOK OF RECORDS” International Award. Yash Has Authored “Blisters Of The Battle" Novella, Topping The Amazon Bestseller Chart On #1 Ranking In Multiple Categories. 

Sharmila, an accomplished editor and journalist, boasts 23 years of expertise in navigating the Indian business landscape across television, newspapers, and magazines. Presently holding the role of Business Editor at Republic, she orchestrates the editorial direction and ensures the quality of their business coverage.

Her acumen lies in spotting emerging trends and opportunities within the Indian market, emphasizing its rapid growth. Proficient in multimedia storytelling and newsroom optimization, she's honed her skills at esteemed outlets like CNBC TV18, Times of India, and Business Today, adapting seamlessly to the evolving media landscape. Currently, her focus is on leveraging digital platforms for real-time audience engagement and delivering impactful news and insights.

Sharmila's extensive experience grants her a profound understanding of the Indian business domain. Her commitment to delivering compelling stories persists amid the dynamic shifts in reporting and storytelling methodologies. Reach out to her to breathe life into your business narratives.

Neeraj Badhwar has over 20 years of experience in the field of creative writing and is currently serving as the Creative Editor at Times of India group. Neeraj's talent and passion for writing have led him to produce two best-selling satirical books, namely "Hum Sab Fake Hain" and "Baatein Kam Scam Zyada." In addition to his literary accomplishments, Neeraj has established himself as a prominent figure in the world of journalism. He has contributed over 1000 editorial articles to leading Hindi daily newspapers, showcasing his versatility and command over the written word. Neeraj is also involved in scriptwriting for India's most popular RJ, RJ Raunac's main YouTube channel. With an impressive subscriber base of over 3.3 million, the channel serves as a platform to comment on diverse current issues, including politics, cricket, movie reviews, and social concerns.
 

Ratneshwar Kumar Singh is one of the highest paid authors of India. In 2017, he was signed for the Hindi novel ‘Rekhna Meri Jaan’ for 1.77 crores. He is famous for writing novels or stories on environment, women leadership, science, primitive person, primitive culture and spirituality.  He is the Author of 23 books and is also a famous motivational speaker. He conducts workshops on various topics in different institutions of India like Reliance Energy Ltd. (Mumbai), IICM (Ranchi), IIMC (New Delhi), NTPC, UI Insurance, B.H.U. (Varanasi), MNJ University (Bhopal), NIFT (Patna) and many more. He worked as a Dean with Notre Dame Communication Centre, Patna.  He worked as Dy. Editor of ‘Maurya TV’ and has written the script for popular television show “Mano ya na mano” for Star One.

Santosh Desai, a distinguished authority in the realm of luxury brands, is renowned for his keen insights and deep understanding of consumer behavior. With a career spanning several decades, he has left an indelible mark on the luxury industry. Santosh's expertise lies in decoding the intricate nuances of luxury and its evolving landscape. His work has shaped the strategies of numerous renowned brands, guiding them towards the pinnacle of success. As a thought leader and prolific writer, his observations on the intersection of luxury, culture, and consumer preferences have been widely acclaimed.

Harsh Agrawal is the Fountainhead and CEO of ShoutMeLoud, an award-winning blog that aims at helping people be their own boss. I started blogging in a free blogging platform and was writing about technology. Realized blogging could be a great career opportunity, and had no access to the credit card to buy hosting, as I was only 22. Borrowed a credit card from an online friend, and that's how I was able to buy hosting online. ShoutMeLoud was launched in Dec 2008 in a one-bedroom apartment in Delhi while working at a call centre at the same time.

Devi D is a Communication Coach, Certified Trainer, and Certified Creative Writer. She has 5+ years of speaking, mentoring, and training experience. Her expertise lies in coaching students and professionals on topics like Public Speaking, Impromptu Speaking, Effective Feedback, Business Writing, and Creative Writing. In addition, she is an accomplished Freelance Content Writer with 4 years of business writing experience. She also loves to pen down short stories, poems, and quotes. One of her story Animals and the Third World War was published in the book The 3'Rs' by Ginny Stone.

I am a former business school teacher turned storyteller and blogger. I help individuals and businesses to create a better life continuously by becoming more productive and by having better stories to share and believe. I consult companies to help them leverage storytelling via social media, and individuals become more productive when it comes to becoming more creative and courageous. Some of the workshops I offer includes (but not limited to): 5 Stories every company needs to have right, 5 Stories you need to tell your kids and to yourself, and more.

Rajat is a Chartered Accountant with a mixed bag of experience. She is the founder Director of Samvaad - The Leadership Dialogues Llp. She has 18 plus years of work experience in various profiles including Consulting, Corporate, NGO, Teaching, and Writing. Her interest area in training is Women leadership, She feels that her journey as a woman has been full of contradictions. Her training programs are designed to address these contradictions and bring a positive change to women who are seeking to be leaders. Her greatest strength is her positive mindset and her creativeness.

Ethel Da Costa is a lifestyle journalist, media entrepreneur, and communications leader with 30+ years of experience across print, radio, PR, and brand management. She is Founder-CEO of Think Geek Media, delivering media, PR, fashion, and lifestyle projects across India and international markets. Her leadership journey includes senior roles at Femina, The Times of India Group, and Radio Mirchi. A published author, Ethel blends storytelling with strategic communications, helping brands craft authentic narratives. Her work spans content strategy, reputation management, and media entrepreneurship.
Invite Ethel to speak on storytelling for brands, media entrepreneurship, PR strategy, personal branding, and building influence through content.

Chandan Singh is a Digital Empower Coach and entrepreneur, running two supermarkets, one restaurant, and one digital marketing agency, and is the owner of singhchandan.com. His mission is to help 1 lakh people convert their offline coaching and training businesses into online ventures, enabling individuals to monetize their knowledge through e-learning and affiliate marketing. Through his work, Chandan focuses on building grassroots digital entrepreneurship and practical pathways for small business owners to create sustainable online income streams.

Invite Chandan Singh for entrepreneurship summits, small business forums, and digital economy conferences.

The expert is a freelance blogger who developed a keen interest in writing recently. She initiated her blog, 'Talespin By Vineeta,' on Facebook in 2016 as a personal outlet for self-expression, which quickly garnered praise from friends and family. This hobby transformed into an indispensable habit, and she predominantly explores topics related to women, while also delving into other intriguing subjects. Her latest WordPress blog, "As You Life It," originally focused on her experiences as a mother but has evolved to encompass diverse genres, including Hindi poetry. Supported by her husband and well-wishers, she aspires to eventually author and publish a book. Her educational journey includes schooling at Presentation Convent School and St. Thomas School, an Honours degree in Sociology from Miranda House College, and a Master's degree in Social Work from Delhi School of Social Work.

Suman is a soft skills and communication trainer with Train The Trainer certification from Dale Carnegie. She is also a certified coach from Erickson International. In 16 years of experience,  she has developed expertise in training and coaching people to become better communicators, presenters and writers. She also has a Certificate in Dynamic Public Speaking from the University of Washington. She has been a Toastmaster and has won the Best Speaker ribbon for her first prepared speech and Best Table Topics Speaker for her first impromptu topic.

Looking for passionate founders building transformational solutions through technology. Loves to actively write about the intersection of people, technology and culture.

Kavita Kane is the best-selling author of five books, a senior journalist, a columnist and is considered a revolutionary force in Indian writing mainly because she brought in feminism where it was most needed - mythology. All her five novels, are based on women of Indian mythology - Karna's Wife (2013), Sita's Sister (2014), Menaka's Choice (2015) and Lanka's Princess (2016) and the recently released The Fisher Queens Dynasty on Satyavati.

Coming from a tenacious media background, Jay Alani chose to go the unconventional way by following his passion for investigation and the supernatural world as a trained Paranormal Investigator. His talks seek to bust the myths around paranormal activities and highlight a scientific approach to the supernatural world. Jay's love for the paranormal began at an early age, slowly developing into an evolved expertise in the area. As an enquirer of eerie and unfathomable phenomena since the last eight years, Jai advocates paranormal awareness towards building a society.

The expert is the best-selling author of The Bad Boys of Bokaro Jail. Eager to leave the hubbub of a corporate life, Chetan founded 'The Himalayan Writing Retreat', a lifestyle business driven by passion. Within two years of its inception, the Himalayan Writing Retreat had become a profitable business offering programs in the areas of writing, blogging, storytelling and so on. Chetan's blog also won the Indiblogger award for humour. Along with the Himalayan Writing Retreat, Chetan also co-founded Indian Mountain Foods in the Kumaon Himalayas.

The expert is a specialized travel photographer from India who thrives in making destinations desirable through the sights, sounds, and stories he captures during his travels. He runs Travelure and the winner of OSM (Outlook Social Media) Photographer of the Year by Outlook Magazine three years ago. In his travel and photography journey, while he has covered over 40 countries, he has also won a handful of awards. Besides being a Getty photographer, he has also been profiled as a Master Craftsman in leading photography magazines of India.

The expert has been listed as a Top Travel blogger from India more than 15 times. He has been traveling since 2008, and what started as a deeply personal journey, triggered by a personal tragedy has now translated into a blog and a career, helping him rediscover many hidden facets of himself and the Incredible India. He is a travel writer with 17 years of experience, writing for India's top magazines and newspapers. He is also a Travel photographer, vlogger, and a social media and content marketer. He did his M.B.A. and is a Hotel Management Graduate.

Kamal co-founded Xpheno, a specialist talent solutions firm, in 2017. He has previously served as the Managing Director for Kelly Services India and  Malaysia. Prior to steering Kelly India into profitability, Kamal was the APAC head of Randstad based out of Kuala Lumpur where he launched their China, Hong Kong, Thailand and Singapore operations. With over two decades' worth of experience, Kamal has consulted on Executive Search, RPOs and Staffing Solutions for large enterprises. He has also co-founded the Indian Staffing Federation (ISF), a prominent voice for Labour Reforms in India. A columnist for Hindu Business Line and The Times of India, Kamal also blogs/vlogs on workplace dynamics every week.
 

Siddhi Thakkar is an IT professional with 14+ years of experience in translating business needs into high-impact technology deliverables. An Engineer and MBA, she brings strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills across global delivery environments. Alongside her corporate leadership, Siddhi is an active public speaker, blogger, and agile practitioner, with a passion for leadership, adaptability, and navigating complex transformation journeys in technology-driven organizations.

Invite Siddhi Thakkar for women leadership forums, technology leadership conferences, and professional development summits.

Sunita Biddu is a Power Blogging and Social Media Coach with 13+ years in digital marketing, helping entrepreneurs build strong online presence with clarity and confidence. An author and co-author of 101 Social Media Notes for Startups and Entrepreneurs, she simplifies complex digital concepts into practical, relatable frameworks. Sunita has coached thousands of founders and professionals on content strategy, personal branding, community building, and using technology to amplify strengths. As an entrepreneur herself, she blends hands-on growth experience with storytelling-led teaching to drive measurable outcomes across platforms.
Invite Sunita Biddu to speak on power blogging, personal branding on social media, content strategy for startups, digital marketing fundamentals, building online authority, and creator-led business growth.

The expert is a bestselling author, award-winning publisher of Naaree.com and the Group Editor at SHEROES. From dropping out of a PhD in molecular biology to becoming an author, blogger, podcaster, digital marketer, and remote work advocate, she knows what it is like to deal with life and work transitions.

The expert is an author senior management professional at Scholar Strategy, an education counselling company that prides itself in helping 100s of students getting into top universities across the world including Harvard and MIT. She returned to India 7 years ago to start her own Indian entrepreneurial journey. This unique lifestyle business allows her to work only 6 months a year, spending the remaining time traveling and writing. Her first novel, Seven Conversations, interpreted Bhagavat Gita in a modern context and gathered rave reviews.

Lakshmi Pillai Gupta is a tech entrepreneur, author, and thought leader at the intersection of AI, gender, and mental health. With over 20 years of experience in digital transformation and product innovation, she is the founder of Ammara Technologies, an AI-powered startup focused preventive healthcare. Lakshmi’s upcoming books, including Hashtags and Heroines, Memes to Movements, and She Who Codes Herself—offer a bold rethinking of feminism, digital identity, and the societal impact of AI.

Known for her engaging, insightful speaking style, Lakshmi has addressed global audiences on topics such as inclusive innovation, ethical AI, and women's empowerment in tech. She blends real-world experience with critical thinking to spark meaningful conversations on the future of work, well-being, and equity.

Lakshmi regularly contributes to publications like the Times of India and is passionate about using technology to build a more conscious and inclusive world.

Aditya Tiwari is an internationally acclaimed poet, writer, journalist, and activist whose work spans media, literature, and DEI. A former BBC producer and host of the Voices podcast on men’s mental health, he holds a Master’s in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from the University of East Anglia. His work has been featured in The Telegraph, PinkNews, Vice, BBC, The Times of India, and more. Aditya is a TEDx speaker and recipient of fellowships from the Thomson Reuters Foundation, Goethe-Institut, and Youth Economic Forum. He is the author of April is Lush (2019), Over the Rainbow: India’s Queer Heroes (2023), and All That’s Left Behind (forthcoming, 2026). Named among Outlook’s ‘75 Changemakers of Modern India’ and GQ’s Influential Instagram Poets, he brings a global, bilingual perspective to storytelling—blending journalism, activism, and poetry to spark empathy, elevate queer voices, and build inclusive communities across borders.

Manoj Naravane is a former Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army, serving for 42 years before retiring in April 2022. Across a distinguished military career, he held senior leadership and command appointments, building deep expertise in strategic leadership, national security, defence management, and operational decision-making. He holds advanced degrees in Management and Defence Studies, including a doctorate, and frequently speaks at corporate forums, educational institutions, and national and international seminars. His talks span leadership under pressure, strategy, national security, and the financial dimensions of defence. In addition to his public and advisory work, he mentors multiple start-ups and serves as an Independent Director and strategic advisor. He is also an author, with the fiction title The Cantonment Conspiracy published, and a forthcoming book, The Curious and the Classified, focused on military affairs and scheduled for release in April 2026.