The familiar face that guided millions through India’s most pressing defense stories has left the building—but promises he won’t be gone for long.

“After 18 incredible years at India Today, this is my final broadcast,” announced Shiv Aroor in a poignant video shared on social media platform 𝕏 last Friday. The 44-year-old journalist’s departure marks the end of a remarkable chapter that began when he was just 26.

For nearly two decades, Aroor became synonymous with primetime defense reporting, his authoritative voice cutting through the noise during national security crises. While viewers absorbed his nightly analysis, Aroor was simultaneously building Livefist, his specialized defense portal that bridged traditional broadcasting with digital journalism.

“This is not really a goodbye, it’s just turning of the page,” Aroor reassured his followers. There’s a telling restlessness in his parting words that reveals much about the man behind the anchor desk: “You know me, I don’t stay away from the action for long.”

His cryptic sign-off has sparked speculation across India’s media landscape. Will he devote himself fully to expanding Livefist’s influence in defense reporting? Or will a competing network soon announce his acquisition as their star anchor?

Whatever path he chooses, Aroor’s final broadcast promise echoes like a journalist’s version of “I’ll be back”—delivered with the same conviction that made viewers trust him for nearly two decades.

“Don’t get too comfortable,” he warned with characteristic intensity. “I will be back before you can say ‘exclusive breaking news.'”

For now, the only certainty is his closing assurance: “The journey continues, and I will see you soon.”