Palki Sharma

Palki Sharma Upadhyay is one of India’s most respected journalists, news anchors, and media leaders, renowned for her incisive analysis of global affairs and her ability to present complex geopolitical developments with clarity and depth. With over two decades of experience in journalism, she has built a distinguished career across leading media organizations including Doordarshan, CNN-News18, WION, and Firstpost. She rose to international prominence as the face of WION’s flagship global affairs show, Gravitas, and later as the host of Vantage, where her sharp commentary and global perspective have earned her millions of viewers across the world.

Known for her fearless reporting, analytical rigor, and compelling storytelling, Palki has covered some of the most significant geopolitical, economic, and social developments of the past two decades. Her work is distinguished by an ability to interpret international events through an Indian lens, helping audiences understand the broader implications of global developments on business, society, and public policy. She has interviewed world leaders, policymakers, business executives, and thought leaders while building a reputation for asking insightful questions and challenging conventional narratives.

As a speaker, Palki brings a unique perspective on geopolitics, global business trends, leadership, media, communication, and the shifting world order. Her sessions explore topics such as international relations, economic transformation, the future of democracy, technology and society, climate change, and India’s evolving role on the global stage. Combining journalistic insight with engaging storytelling, she offers audiences a deeper understanding of the forces shaping the world today. Her ability to simplify complex issues while maintaining depth and nuance makes her a highly sought-after speaker for leadership forums, corporate conferences, policy discussions, and global business summits.