Faye D’Souza is a leading Indian journalist and independent news voice, widely respected for her fearless journalism, sharp questioning, and people-centric approach to news. Known for breaking the clutter in mainstream media, Faye has become a trusted figure for millions who seek facts, accountability, and meaningful discourse in the Indian news ecosystem.
She rose to prominence as the primetime face of Mirror Now with her flagship show The Urban Debate, where she fearlessly took on political leadership, exposed systemic issues, and championed the concerns of everyday citizens. Her calm, fact-based, and no-nonsense anchoring style set a new benchmark for what journalism could look like in modern India.
After exiting traditional TV news, Faye continued her mission as an independent journalist, creating a robust digital platform that delivers simplified news, legal clarity, and civic awareness through social media and YouTube. Her platform is now one of the most influential independent news voices in India, particularly among Gen Z and millennial audiences.
She holds a degree in journalism and English literature from Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, and a postgraduate degree in Broadcast Journalism from Commits, Bengaluru. Faye has been honored with the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award and the RedInk Award for Journalist of the Year, among others.
Today, Faye D’Souza stands as a symbol of ethical journalism, women’s leadership, and citizen-first news—building trust in an age of misinformation.