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Sachin Chaudhary

Sachin Choudhary, Associate Editor, India TV Sachin Choudhary is a veteran journalist with over 25 years of experience in the field of journalism. Since 2004, he has been actively working with India TV, focusing on political reporting and special assignments. Prior to this, he served in prestigious media organizations such as Lokmat, Navbharat, Akashvani (All India Radio), and ETV. Associated with India TV for more than 22 years, Sachin Choudhary has carved a niche for himself in political journalism. His deep understanding of Maharashtra and national politics, combined with his extensive ground-reporting experience, has established him as one of the country's leading political journalists. During the 26/11 terrorist attacks in Mumbai, he provided continuous on-field coverage of the NSG commando operations for three consecutive days. For this courageous and impactful coverage, he has been honored with several prestigious awards. For over two decades, Sachin Choudhary has been consistently contributing to India TV and India TV Digital, playing an active and pivotal role in the field of political and special reporting.

From Munde's Congress switch plan to Shinde talks, Prithviraj Chavan makes big political revelations
Maharashtra | Aug 17, 2026, 06:29 PM IST
Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan has made major claims about Gopinath Munde, Eknath Shinde and Devendra Fadnavis. He also spoke on NEET irregularities, the Vande Mataram row, PM Modi's "Dimagi Naxal" remark and SIR.
Fire breaks out at Mumbai Income Tax building basement, panic grips area as fire brigade rushes in
Maharashtra | Aug 17, 2026, 04:47 PM IST
A fire broke out in the basement of Mumbai's Income Tax building on Maharshi Karve Road on Monday. In a separate incident, 11 people were rescued after a four-storey commercial building caught fire in Kandivali.
Big relief for NEET protesters in Maharashtra as govt approves process to withdraw registered cases
Maharashtra | Aug 13, 2026, 11:54 PM IST
Maharashtra has approved the process to withdraw cases against students and protesters who took part in demonstrations against the alleged NEET paper leak. The deadline for processing such cases has been extended from July 31, 2026, to March 31, 2027.

PM Modi inquires about Sukhbir Singh Badal’s health after attack, CM Fadnavis orders probe
India | Aug 13, 2026, 05:06 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also inquired about Sukhbir Singh Badal’s health in a phone conversation with his wife Harsimrat Kaur Badal.
A political realignment in Maharashtra? Supriya Sule's car ride with BJP's Vinod Tawde sparks buzz
Maharashtra | Aug 13, 2026, 09:36 AM IST
Speculations have remained abuzz for a while now that the NCP(SP) could join hands with the BJP. For past few days, meetings between NCP(SP) and BJP leaders have been frequent; although both parties have only downplayed them.
Why has infighting erupted in NCP after Ajit Pawar's death? Complaint filed with Election Commission
Maharashtra | Aug 12, 2026, 05:36 PM IST
NCP faces fresh internal tensions after a complaint challenged Sunil Tatkare's re-election as Maharashtra president. Know why the dispute has intensified amid merger speculation.

Why is BMC spending Rs 6 crore on Tablets? Opposition slams plan, BJP defends digital push
Maharashtra | Aug 11, 2026, 07:43 PM IST
BMC's Rs 6 crore tablet proposal has sparked a political row, with Opposition parties calling it wasteful spending. The BJP and Shinde Sena defended the plan, saying digitisation could make BMC more efficient and reduce long-term costs.
NCP-SP MPs meet PM Modi amid buzz over party's stand on delimitation
India | Aug 10, 2026, 12:33 PM IST
It is being speculated that the NCP(SP) could back the Delimitation Bill in the Parliament. Notably, NCP(SP)'s working president Supriya Sule has also said that the party could consider supporting the legislation if the proposed changes are made.
Trainee aircraft crashes at Baramati airstrip; safety arrangements under scrutiny | VIDEO
Maharashtra | Aug 09, 2026, 02:44 PM IST
The pilot of the trainee aircraft survived. However, the crash has once again raised questions over the safety arrangements at the Baramati airstrip in Maharashtra, as this is the second crash that has happened there since May.

PM Modi signals delimitation push, says NDA has the numbers; special session may be called: Sources
India | Aug 07, 2026, 01:50 PM IST
During a meeting with NDA MPs during the Parliament session, PM Modi expressed confidence that the Centre has the required strength for the passage of the Women's Reservation and Delimitation bills.
Prashant Kishor's meet with Sunetra Pawar after Bankipur win sparks buzz in Maharashtra politics
Maharashtra | Aug 07, 2026, 12:27 PM IST
The meeting between Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar and Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor lasted for six hours on Wednesday. It was held at the official residence 'Devgiri' of Suntra in south Mumbai.
Maharashtra resident doctors end strike after Bombay HC order, OPD services to function normally
Maharashtra | Aug 06, 2026, 04:29 PM IST
Following the Bombay High Court's order, Dr Atharva Shinde (President, Maharashtra Central MARD), Dr Amol Gite (Treasurer, IMA Maharashtra), and Dr Rutuja Raut (President, BMC MARD) said that, out of respect for the court's directive and request, the strike is being withdrawn now.

NCP-SP cancels existing spokesperson appointments; Vidya Chavan, Mahesh Tapase to represent party
Maharashtra | Aug 05, 2026, 03:51 PM IST
According to the order issued by the party, former MLA Vidya Chavan and Mahesh Tapase will serve as the authorised spokespersons to present the party's official stance to the media during this period. The NCP-SP has instructed all concerned office-bearers and workers to take note of this order.
Explosion of gelatin sticks in a locked house in Kolhapur causes severe damage; police investigating
Maharashtra | Aug 05, 2026, 09:43 AM IST
Kolhapur SP Nilotpal stated that the police received information yesterday evening, around 7:30 PM, about an explosion at the residence of Shashikala Bodiskar in Surve Nagar. He mentioned that Shashikala Bodiskar had passed away about a year ago, and the house had remained locked since then.
Maharashtra doctors calls state-wide strike over homoeopathy registration row
Maharashtra | Aug 05, 2026, 08:59 AM IST
Due to this decision, OPD services at all government medical colleges across the state including major government hospitals in Mumbai such as KEM, Sion, Nair, and JJ Hospital will remain closed on Wednesday; however, emergency services will continue to operate.

'Gungi Gudiya' remark on Sunetra Pawar sparks political row as NCP attacks Congress in Maharashtra
Maharashtra | Aug 04, 2026, 10:34 PM IST
A political controversy has broken out in Maharashtra after the Congress described Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar as a "gungi gudiya" which prompted a sharp response from the Ajit Pawar-led NCP. The debate intensified further after Rohit Pawar defended the context behind the remark.
DY Patil, senior Congress leader, former Governor and educationist, dies at 90
India | Aug 04, 2026, 01:48 PM IST
DY Patil died at his residence in Maharashtra's Kolhapur. He was 90. He was widely recognised for his contributions to higher education and institution-building in India.
Sunetra Pawar receives Election Commission's notice over constitutional amendments in NCP
Maharashtra | Aug 03, 2026, 10:47 PM IST
The Election Commission asked the NCP party chief Sunetra Pawar to submit documents related to the amendments made in the Nationalist Congress Party constitution. The Commission stated that documents for only one amendment were submitted and sought papers related to five others.
Sanjay Raut backs Raj Thackeray's Siddhivinayak Temple donation theft claim, trust denies allegation
Maharashtra | Aug 03, 2026, 07:48 PM IST
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray had claimed a 18-crore donation theft in the Siddhivinayak Temple. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut backed the claim and launched a verbal attack on the BJP.
Amit Shah's back-to-back meetings with NCP factions spark merger buzz in Maharashtra
Maharashtra | Jul 27, 2026, 11:58 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah first met senior NCP leader Sunil Tatkare and then met NCP(SP) MPs Supriya Sule and Bajrang Manohar Sonwane, which led to speculation of a possible merger between the two factions.