Maya Sharma is an acclaimed journalist, author, and one of India's most respected television anchors, with over three decades of experience chronicling the nation's political, social, and cultural transformation. Renowned for her incisive reporting, balanced journalism, and engaging storytelling, she has covered landmark elections, governance, public policy, natural disasters, and human-interest stories from across India. Her latest book, Good News, Bad News: A Life in Television, is a compelling memoir that traces the evolution of Indian television news through her remarkable career, offering an insider's account of the changing newsroom, the pursuit of truth, and the challenges facing contemporary journalism. The book is both a personal narrative and a reflection on the rise and transformation of television news in India. At the Book Brahma Literature Festival 2026, Maya Sharma brings her unique perspective on media, democracy, and storytelling, enriching conversations on journalism's enduring role in shaping public discourse.