Jacob Thomas

Deputy Editor at businessline

Jacob Thomas possesses extensive experience in journalism and editorial management, currently serving as Deputy Editor at businessline since April 2025. Previously, Jacob held the position of Account Manager and Editorial Lead at Edelman from June 2024 to June 2025, and served as Deputy Editor at The Hindu Business Line from September 2017 to July 2024. Jacob's earlier roles include Journalist at The National (2014 - June 2017), Chief Copy Editor at Business Line (June 2010 - 2014), and Sr Sub Editor at Khaleej Times (January 2004 - June 2010). Jacob began a career as a Sub Editor at Indian Express (March 2001 - December 2003). Academic credentials include a PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from Madras Christian College (2000 - 2001) and a degree in Journalism from Christ University, Bangalore (1996 - 1999).

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The Hindu Business Line is the leading resource on Indian business. It is a financial and business daily newspaper published by Kasturi and sons Limited, also popularly known as The Hindu Group of Publications. The company also publishes The Hindu, one of India's most respected daily newspapers; Sportstar, a weekly sports magazine; and, Frontline, a fortnightly current affairs magazine. Get the latest news, analysis and opinion on Indian business.