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Payal Mehta, a senior journalist and Assistant Editor at CNN-News18, has died at the age of 46. Her death was reported on September 20, 2026, following a sudden medical emergency while she was in Mumbai.
Amish Devgan tweeted on X, “Very Shocked to hear about the passing of News18 journalist Payal Mehta
Have watched her work closely in Parliament and during major political coverage and events . She was one of those rare reporters who never stopped at the obvious , she always pushed harder,
The kind of journalist whose byline made you stop and take notice. She broke many stories . Loosing her is shocking and heartbreaking as Journalism has lost a gem .
Prayers for strength to her family ,friends and colleagues at news18
Om Shanti 🙏 💔”
Payal Mehta was an experienced Indian journalist who worked as an Assistant Editor at CNN-News18. She covered national affairs, politics, government policy and major developments in India. Her recent work included reporting on government initiatives, national policy and other major current-affairs stories.
Her professional work continued shortly before her death. Her journalist profile lists reports published by CNN-News18 in September 2026, including coverage of India’s proposed Formula One task force, government discussions involving Meta and traffic arrangements related to the BRICS Summit.
Through her reporting, Mehta became known for covering important national issues and developments from New Delhi and across India.
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