New Democracy is always looking for people who care about accurate, meaningful journalism. Whether you’re a reporter, researcher, or a passionate writer with a strong voice, we’d love to hear from you.
Write for us
We commission and accept submissions in these formats:
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News reporting (original reporting, interviews, document-based stories)
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Explainers (clear breakdowns of complex issues)
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Analysis (evidence-based interpretation grounded in reporting)
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Opinion / Columns (strong arguments supported by facts)
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Culture & society (books, film, internet, public life)
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Data stories (charts, datasets, investigative analysis)
What we look for
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A clear, original idea with public interest
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Strong structure and a unique angle
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Evidence and sourcing (links, documents, quotes, data where relevant)
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Fairness and context (especially for sensitive topics)
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Clean, readable writing
What we don’t accept
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Plagiarized or AI-generated articles presented as original reporting
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Unverified allegations or defamation
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Hate speech, harassment, or incitement
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Promotional/advertorial pieces disguised as journalism
How to pitch (best way to get published)
Send a pitch email to [editorial@newdemocracy.in] with:
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Proposed headline
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Summary (3–6 sentences): what’s the story and why now?
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What’s new/original: what you will report or reveal
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Sources you plan to use (people, documents, data)
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Your bio + links to 1–3 writing samples(optional)
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Timeline: when you can deliver (and whether it’s exclusive)
Subject line suggestion: Pitch: [Topic] — [Your Name]