Sanket Upadhyay

Ayodhya, Delhi

Consulting Editor at NDTV

Host at The Big Fight

Journalist @TheRedMike| अवध

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Najeeb Jung exclusive: Why is Indian Muslims’ patriotism being tested post-Pahalgam?

1 week ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, has not only intensified India-Pakistan tensions but also sparked a troubling wave of Islamophobic sentiment within India. In an interview with Sanket Upadhyay, former Delhi Lieutenant Governor and academic Najeeb Jung discusses the societal repercussions of the attack, the unjust scrutiny faced by Indian Muslims, and the broader implications for national unity.
WhatsApp Universe angry with Pak terrorists, but why hate Indian Muslims?

2 weeks ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

The news of the dastardly terror attack killing 26 tourists angered Indians. Rightfully so. Terror from across the border hurt and upset a nation. Kashmiris were hurt even more. Post the 2019 abrogation, Kashmiris saw and benefitted from a strong influx of tourists. This one terror attack drove both tourists and their business away. One thought a nation — from Kashmir to Kanyakumari — would be united in grief. But WhatsApp groups unleashed an ugly side of this anger — hatred against Muslims.
Kapil Sibal Calls Waqf Bill Unconstitutional, Alleges Political Agenda - The Federal EXCLUSIVE

1 month ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

In an exclusive with The Federal, he questions whether the bill is true reform or just another tool for political control.
Justice Varma and Ranveer Allahbadia: How are the 2 cases similar?

1 month ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

A joke gone wrong by Ranveer Allahabadia, India’s prominent podcasting star, has not only triggered a nationwide uproar but also reignited the debate on regulating digital media. The controversy surrounding his remark has resulted in FIRs from Mumbai to Assam, drawing sharp reactions from former allies and the intervention of the Supreme Court. The situation swiftly escalated from outrage to potential arrest, only halted by the apex court.
Why Yogendra Yadav wants India to freeze Lok Sabha seats forever

1 month ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

The upcoming delimitation exercise, which aims to redraw electoral boundaries based on population, has sparked intense debate, particularly in South India. Political analyst and Bharat Jodo Avyaan convener, Yogendra Yadav, argues that this process could have disastrous long-term consequences for India's unity.
Fake reviews, block-booking scams: How Bollywood is killing itself softly

1 month ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

Patna’s Gandhi Maidan is usually a venue for displaying political prowess. Filling up the gardens in the heart of the city is no easy feat. For politicians, a packed maidan is their way of showing they have arrived. So, when Allu Arjun headed to Gandhi Maidan to promote his movie Pushpa 2, I had my doubts. Would Bihar accept him? To my surprise, the maidan was chock-a-block. People knew exactly who he was and were more eager to watch his movie than a Bollywood blockbuster.
From Ladki Bahin to Aurangzeb: The true cost of BJP's poll promises

1 month ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

The demand to remove Aurangzeb’s mortal remains from Maharashtra has become a major political issue. While debates over the Mughal ruler’s legacy continue, the larger question remains—why has his name resurfaced now? This controversy unfolds as the ruling Maharashtra government faces scrutiny over unfulfilled election promises.
Why we must delete WhatsApp from our lives before it’s too late

2 months ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

Let’s face it, we cannot survive without WhatsApp. It has replaced email as the semiformal form of communication. I am not going to go into the diatribe about how WhatsApp forwards have been used to spread hate or propagate fake news. That happens and it’s a fact. The argument today is about WhatsApp’s parent company — Meta (Facebook).
Sanket Upadhyay, Sanket Upadhyay is a TV news journalist with 23 years of experience. He is now the co-founder of digital news company The Red Mike., The Federal

2 months ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

Sanket Upadhyay is a TV news journalist with 23 years of experience. He is now the co-founder of digital news company The Red Mike.
Tamil can relax; dialects 'killed' by Hindi up North are making a comeback

2 months ago | thefederal.com | Sanket Upadhyay

The DMK’s very strong pushback on what it thinks is essentially ‘Hindi imposition’ has once again divided opinion. For Tamils aligning with the DMK’s sentiments, it has become a choice between preserving their identity versus acquiring skills of a new language for greater gains.