MUMBAI: IBN7 has roped in Times Now's deputy news editor Sanjay Singh as the senior editor. In his new role, he will head IBN 7’s Mumbai bureau along with the additional responsibility of the entertainment desk.

Singh has been credited as the man who authored Telgi Scam – Reporter Ki Diary the only written document on the Telgi scam. He was recently honoured with the International Press Institute Award by the President of India, according to a statement.

He has held a number of senior positions in leading news channels like NDTV, and Zee News in the past.

Announcing the appointment IBN7 managing editor Ashutosh said, “Sanjay is an old hand at journalism with great editorial experience. I am confident that his energy and commitment will further strengthen our operations and his leadership will take our news coverage to a different level."

"Sanjay is an exciting addition to IBN 7’s strong editorial team. His commitment to creative programme-making will ensure that IBN 7 broadcast the news in an accessible and engaging way.” added CNN-IBN and IBN7 editor-in-chief Rajdeep Sardesai.