Scroll.in: Independent Digital News Redefining Public Interest Journalism in India
Published: May 27, 2025 | Source: scroll.in
Launched in 2014 to address the growing demand for in-depth, unbiased, and independent journalism in India, Scroll.in has steadily become a trusted voice among readers seeking fact-based reporting and analysis. With a focus on public interest journalism, the platform delivers well-researched stories that go beyond headlines and political spin.
Digital Journalism Rooted in Editorial Independence
Founded by Samir Patil, a tech and media entrepreneur, and Naresh Fernandes, a veteran journalist, Scroll.in was envisioned as a digital-first platform to push the boundaries of traditional Indian news media. The outlet emphasizes editorial independence, factual integrity, and long-form reporting.
Scroll.in’s newsroom operates with a strong code of ethics and a distinct editorial separation from its business arm. Its editorial team, led by Naresh Fernandes, focuses on investigative reports, data journalism, and nuanced features that explore the intersections of politics, society, climate, and culture.
Focus on Issues That Matter
Scroll.in prioritizes public interest journalism—covering policy, environment, civil rights, and socio-political developments that shape everyday life. Its journalism often addresses issues left underreported by mainstream legacy media.
The platform also runs a Hindi-language vertical, Satyagrah, with independent editorial leadership under Sanjay Dubey, aimed at expanding access to rural and non-English-speaking audiences across India.
Readership, Access, and Reach
As digital news consumption rises across India, Scroll.in has adopted a multi-platform approach—disseminating content via its website, mobile apps, email newsletters, and social media. It caters to a diverse audience, including urban professionals, students, and diaspora readers interested in credible Indian journalism.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, Scroll.in has won several prestigious journalism awards including:
- Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award
- RedInk Awards for Investigative Reporting and Commentary
- CPJ’s International Press Freedom Award (awarded to Scroll.in journalist Malini Subramaniam)
These accolades reflect the platform’s commitment to fearless reporting and editorial accountability.
Funding and Operations
Scroll.in operates under Scroll Media Inc., registered in Delaware, USA, with an Indian editorial base. It has received funding from philanthropic media backers like the Omidyar Network and the Media Development Investment Fund.
It sustains operations through programmatic advertising, partnerships, and a growing membership model that offers ad-free content and early access features to readers who support independent journalism.
About Scroll.in
Scroll.in is an independent English-language digital news platform founded in 2014. It focuses on public interest journalism, long-form reporting, and critical analysis of Indian political, social, and cultural issues.
Samir Patil & Naresh Fernandes
Founders, Scroll Media Inc.