The PoleStar Foundation, a non-profit foundation instituted in 1998 to celebrate Excellence in IT & Business Journalism which has played a significant role in honouring and promoting outstanding Indian journalism, has announced the winners of the 24th Annual PoleStar Awards for the exceptional contribution made by Indian media professionals.
The PoleStar Foundation takes great pride in commending and applauding the exceptional efforts of Indian media professionals and social impact organisations. For several years now, the Annual PoleStar Awards ceremony has paid homage to the journalists and enablers of social change who have demonstrated unparalleled dedication and commitment to their nation and its people. These extraordinary individuals have acted as a conduit for disseminating quality information and providing support to society. The Foundation primarily focuses on Journalism Awards. The categories include Best Feature in Technology Journalism, Best Feature in Business Journalism, and Best Good News Feature, which have appeared in print or online media in India.
After a rigorous evaluation process, the esteemed panel of judges selected the following winners:
| Sr. No. | Journalist Name | Category | Story awarded & Publication |
| 1 | Sadiq Naqvi and Snigdha Poonam | Best Feature in Technology | The untold story of India’s Rs 3,000-crore farmer scheme scam in Scroll.in |
| 2 | Shweta Punj and Anilesh S Mahajan | Best Feature in Business | The Power Mess in India Today Magazine |
| 3 | Sukhada Tatke | Best Good News feature | Man of Culture in FiftyTwo.in |
| 4 | Anand Kalyanaraman | Special Jury Mention Award | The EPFO blackbox: Masking shoddy practices with high returns in The Ken |
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