Danish Siddiqui Foundation

Danish Siddiqui Foundation Promoting value-based journalism for an engaging, knowledgeable, and conscious society.

We believe that value-based journalism plays an essential and integral role not only in reporting but it also applies to newsrooms and beyond.

"Truth-telling is journalism’s most dangerous weapon." – Nikhil Rao
18/05/2026

"Truth-telling is journalism’s most dangerous weapon." – Nikhil Rao



"The best journalists write with both courage and compassion." – Maria Delgado
18/05/2026

"The best journalists write with both courage and compassion." – Maria Delgado



🌍 In Focus: Darfur Genocide Coverage (2000s) | In Sudan’s Darfur region, journalists risked censorship and danger to doc...
15/05/2026

🌍 In Focus: Darfur Genocide Coverage (2000s) | In Sudan’s Darfur region, journalists risked censorship and danger to document genocide and mass displacement.

Their reports brought international attention to atrocities that might otherwise have gone unseen.

The coverage showed how even in the most remote corners of the world, journalism can awaken global conscience and drive humanitarian response.

👉 Do you think today’s global crises get the same level of sustained media attention?

On April 24, 2013, the Rana Plaza garment factory in Dhaka collapsed, killing more than 1,100 workers and injuring thous...
13/05/2026

On April 24, 2013, the Rana Plaza garment factory in Dhaka collapsed, killing more than 1,100 workers and injuring thousands.

Investigations revealed the building was structurally unsafe, but workers were forced to enter after cracks appeared, under pressure to meet international fashion brands’ demands.

📌 Impact: The tragedy exposed the human cost of fast fashion, leading to international safety accords and renewed scrutiny of global supply chains.

"Journalists are architects of understanding in chaotic times." – Sara Thompson
11/05/2026

"Journalists are architects of understanding in chaotic times." – Sara Thompson



Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026Jury Special MentionAvadhesh Akodia, Dainik BhaskarFor an eight-month investigatio...
29/04/2026

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026

Jury Special Mention

Avadhesh Akodia, Dainik Bhaskar

For an eight-month investigation into the use of MLALAD funds in Rajasthan, documenting instances of alleged irregularities and raising important questions around transparency and accountability in public spending.

The reporting reflects sustained on-ground effort and careful documentation, contributing to wider institutional and public scrutiny.

Congratulations.

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026Jury Special MentionSukanya Shantha, The WireFor The Forced Guilt Project, a five-...
27/04/2026

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026

Jury Special Mention

Sukanya Shantha, The Wire

For The Forced Guilt Project, a five-part investigative series examining patterns in conviction outcomes under the National Investigation Agency (NIA), and raising important questions around process and accountability.

Through sustained reporting, the series brings attention to the functioning of investigative processes and their broader implications.

Congratulations.

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026Digital (Broadcast)Aparna Ganesan, The Migration StoryFor Beneath the Panel, a fil...
24/04/2026

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026

Digital (Broadcast)

Aparna Ganesan, The Migration Story

For Beneath the Panel, a film documenting the long-term social and economic impact of a large solar park in Tamil Nadu on farming and pastoral communities, examining questions of equity, consent, and sustainability in climate transitions.

Through grounded storytelling, the film brings attention to the complexities of development and the importance of inclusive approaches in climate action.

Congratulations.

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026Digital (Print)Apoorva Mandhani, The PrintFor All In The Family, a two-part series...
22/04/2026

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026

Digital (Print)

Apoorva Mandhani, The Print

For All In The Family, a two-part series tracing the family legacies of 720 Supreme Court and High Court judges in India, mapping judicial lineages and contributing to conversations on transparency in judicial appointments.

Based on extensive research and verification, the series offers a detailed examination of institutional patterns within the judiciary and their broader implications.

Congratulations.

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026PhotojournalismZishaan Latif, The Washington Post (Contributor)For his photo serie...
20/04/2026

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026

Photojournalism

Zishaan Latif, The Washington Post (Contributor)

For his photo series on India’s deportation drive, documenting the experiences of those affected and capturing the human impact of displacement and demolition.

Through powerful visual storytelling, the work brings attention to lived realities on the ground, highlighting both vulnerability and resilience.

Congratulations.

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026Broadcast CategoryAbhinav Goel, BBC NewsFor his investigation into the Kumbh stamp...
18/04/2026

Danish Siddiqui Journalism Awards 2026

Broadcast Category

Abhinav Goel, BBC News

For his investigation into the Kumbh stampede, examining discrepancies in reported fatalities and documenting the scale of the tragedy.

Through careful reporting, the story brings clarity to a complex and sensitive issue, underscoring the importance of accuracy and accountability in public reporting.

Congratulations.

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