Reaffirming its reputation for high-quality journalism, the India Today Group has received top honours at the latest edition of the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards, widely regarded as among the most prestigious recognitions in the media industry. The awards celebrate reporting that reflects courage, integrity, and excellence, and were presented by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan at a ceremony held on March 27, 2026.
Sreya Chatterjee was recognised in the ‘Investigative Reporting – Broadcast’ category for her report titled Operation Illegals: The Alarming Rise in Bangladeshi Infiltration Across India’s Fragile Eastern Frontier. The investigation, produced for India Today TV, stood out for its depth, extensive field reporting, and national relevance, highlighting a complex and sensitive issue through detailed analysis and strong storytelling.
In the ‘Civic Journalism – Print/Digital’ category, Sreya Chatterjee, along with Arvind Ojha, was honoured for their report on unregulated water extraction in Delhi’s Bawana Industrial Area, commonly linked to the tanker mafia. Their work brought attention to systemic gaps and environmental concerns affecting daily life, demonstrating how civic journalism can expose critical issues and drive accountability.
Adding to the group’s achievements, aajtak. It received recognition in the ‘Investigative Reporting – Print/Digital’ category for its report, The Surrogate Mother Market. The story explored the human, legal, and ethical complexities of the surrogacy ecosystem, highlighting the impact of investigative reporting in raising awareness and encouraging institutional accountability.
With these honours, the India Today Group stands out as the only media network to be recognised in investigative journalism across both broadcast and print/digital platforms. The awards underscore the strength of its multi-platform newsroom and reinforce its commitment to impactful, credible, and fearless journalism that shapes public discourse and promotes accountability.
