ASHITHA NAGESH
NEWS CORRESPONDENT
I am an award-winning news reporter and features writer for BBC News.
I build relationships with communities, and tell people-focused stories that reach new and underserved audiences. I've got a lot of experience working with contributors who are traumatised and vulnerable.
You'll find my work on TV, radio, digital and social media platforms.
SELECTION OF WORK
The polo-loving, Royal-schmoozing businessman - and his secret life as a drug lord
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Smuggler jailed for 40 years after shipping ballistic missiles in his fishing boat
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'He'd be enraged': Al Fayed abuse survivors' on their friendship
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How woman with coconut placard was tracked down, taken to court - and acquitted​​​
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Windrush generation recall arrival in Britain
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​John Hunt: My wife and daughters left behind a legacy of love
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Gaza family wins visa legal battle with UK Home Office
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UK Palestinians grieve for loved ones
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The town fighting the far-right with Welsh cakes
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The moment QAnon took the person I loved most
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Loved ones watch search for Turkey earthquake victims over Zoom
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Race should be at heart of Covid inquiry, say bereaved
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Fear lingers among Leicesters Hindus and Muslims after riots
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How Covid hit Britain's minorities
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The Uber driver evicted from home and left to die of coronavirus
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NHS 'riddled with racism' against ethnic minority doctors, says BMA
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aWARDS
Winner: Foreign Press Association Awards - Financial / Economic Story of the Year 2018
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Shortlisted: Amnesty International Media Awards - Features Journalism 2019
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Highly Commended: Press Gazette British Journalism Awards - Features Journalism 2020
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TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
Hostile Environment and Emergency First Aid Training (HEFAT) - 2024
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Public Order (Riot) Training - 2022
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iPhones for News: Newsgathering and Mobile Journalism - 2019
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Trauma Reporting: Covering Sensitive Stories - 2018
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NCTJ Diploma in Journalism, News Associates London - 2014
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MA History of Art, Courtauld Institute of Art, U of London - 2012 to 2013
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BA English Literature & Language, King's College London, U of London - 2009 to 2012
CONTACT ME
The best way to get in touch with me is by email - ashitha(dot)nagesh(at)bbc.co.uk​
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If you'd like to chat about something confidential, please send me a message on Signal
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You can also follow me on Instagram or connect with me on LinkedIn​​
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Please note that any threats or intimidation will be flagged to legal and security teams.
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