Prominent international news anchor and media executive Palki Sharma Upadhyay announced the soft launch of her new independent digital platform, India Global Review, during a live broadcast on YouTube.
Sharma, who recently exited her role as managing editor at the Network18-backed digital news outlet Firstpost, stated that the new venture aims to provide a dedicated Indian perspective on international relations, geopolitics, and global economic shifts.
The platform arrives during a period of massive digital restructuring, with its full studio-based operations expected to commence within the coming weeks.
The veteran journalist described the strategic necessity of establishing a platform that counters dominant Western media narratives, specifically citing historical instances where the international press misconstrued Indian security operations and domestic policy responses.
Palki Sharma emphasized that the platform will avoid acrimonious domestic political debates, focusing instead on long-term policy impacts and global supply chain vulnerabilities.
Operating entirely as a digital-first platform, the startup plans to focus heavily on modern media technology and video delivery infrastructure rather than traditional satellite television broadcasting.
Addressing aspiring digital creators and media entrepreneurs, Sharma acknowledged that navigating the current landscape requires managing major industry shifts driven by artificial intelligence and shifting consumer demographics.
She revealed that her team is predominantly comprised of members from Generation Z, a demographic she credited with bringing inherent digital familiarity and high self-confidence to the newsroom.
To maintain a competitive edge, the startup is heavily prioritizing search engine visibility and audience retention metrics through refined graphic design and localized news context.
Palki Sharma brings over 24 years of mainstream media experience to India Global Review, having previously built highly viewed international news segments such as Gravitas at WION before her successful tenure at Firstpost.
Her previous video projects regularly achieved millions of views across YouTube and social media platforms, establishing her as a leading voice in Indian english-language media.
India Global Review has already initiated its initial phase of content distribution via its official YouTube channel, which features preliminary video reports ahead of its upcoming prime-time program rollout.
