dsja jury member 2026

Josy
Joseph

SR. JOURNALIST & AUTHOR

Josy Joseph is an acclaimed investigative journalist and editor, widely recognized for his pathbreaking work on national security, governance, and accountability in India. With over three decades of experience, he has consistently set benchmarks for rigorous, evidence-based investigative journalism.

He is the founding editor of The Caravan magazine, under whose leadership the publication emerged as one of India’s most respected platforms for long-form investigative reporting and narrative journalism. At The Caravan, Josy Joseph has overseen and contributed to investigations that have had a significant impact on public discourse, policy debates, and journalistic standards in the country.

Prior to this, he served as Editor (Investigations) at The Hindu, where he led several major investigative projects. His reporting has focused on issues related to internal security, intelligence agencies, defense, corruption, and the exercise of state power, often drawing on deep-source reporting and meticulous documentation.

Josy Joseph is also the author of A Feast of Vultures: The Hidden Business of Democracy in India, a widely acclaimed book that exposes the nexus between power, money, and politics in contemporary India. The book is regarded as a landmark contribution to investigative journalism and political writing.

Known for his uncompromising integrity, courage, and commitment to truth, Josy Joseph continues to play a vital role in strengthening independent journalism in India. His work exemplifies the highest ideals of public interest reporting and democratic accountability.