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About Us

Why Pondylive?

PondyLive is an independent, online media platform focusing on Pondicherry’s unique culture, lifestyle, heritage, food, people, events & experiences!

What makes us different ? Pondylive is a journalist run platform that often collaborates with the community at large but without compromising on accuracy or credibility. We believe that clearly sets our content apart.

Pondylive.com is part of PondyLive Media Services, a partnership firm as of 2019, with a tiny team of freelancers who bring in lots of passion and energy!

Services we offer:

  • News & Information
  • City Guide
  • Event Listings
  • Online Ticketing
  • Tourist Recommendations
  • Promotions & Ads for local businesses
  • Workshops & Events
  • Merchandise
  • Classified Ads and Listings (Coming Soon)

COVID-19 UPDATE:

Launched at the end of December 2017, we have evolved into a trusted and reliable source of information and entertainment for locals and travellers. During this period of uncertainty and misinformation, Pondylive has reported with unwavering clarity with the sole purpose of providing credible information amidst chaos since March 2020. We have been overwhelmed with gratitude, support and hundreds of messages from Pondicherrians in Pondy, other cities and overseas.

We take this as both a privilege and responsibility to do better. Thank you for being part of the PondyLive community!

Here is how you can support our local journalism and information efforts :

  • Subscribe to our notifications and/or newsletter.
  • Follow us on our social media platforms- Facebook/ Instagram/ Twitter/ YouTube
  • Engage by commenting or sharing our content with friends and family.
  • If you own a local business, consider advertising with us or recommend us to someone who owns a local business.

Get in touch with us @ info.pondylive@gmail.com

Our Team

HARI P
HARI P
Freelance Photographer

Hari is a photographer and video content maker who loves to travel and explore wherever he goes. Hailing from Kerala, he is currently based in Pondicherry. Hari is the ace lensman behind Pondylive’s 2020 Calendar

E-mail:  hp26726@gmail.com      Phone: 95397 35794/ 80780 70794

Joy Srivastava
Joy Srivastava
Freelance Photographer

Joy Srivastava is a portrait and lifestyle photographer. He covers events for Pondylive and loves to take on the role of a photojournalist as well.

Email: joy.srivastava307@gmail.com . Phone:  77085 22421

 

Preethi
Preethi
Social Media Designer
Preethi Umanathan is a computer science engineer and currently a busy mom. Her love for Pondicherry streets, new experiences and learning are all equally  endless. She believes design is all about portraying colours and elements in your own unique way.
Naveen
Naveen
Founder & Chief Business Officer
Naveen Karthikeyan is a third generation Pondicherry business professional, a digital marketing enthusiast and his love for the city and it's unique offerings led him to co-found PondyLive.
Olympia Shilpa
Olympia Shilpa
Founder & Editor
Never happy doing just one thing, PondyLive is Olympia's brainchild and excuse to indulge her many passions- writing, seeking out unique experiences & events, creating a sense of community and Pondicherry itself. An alumna of Asian College of Journalism and former reporter at a national daily, she has been published in various national & regional newspapers and magazines.
Sophia
Sophia
Listings Editor
Sophia Samouvelou loves worship music, chicklit and strong female role models. Hoping to one day experience the 'American dream', she knows how to hustle hard.
Ashwin
Ashwin
Marketing Consultant
Draws inspiration, from just about anything that ain't school!
Amoolya
Amoolya
Founding/ Former Events Editor
An anesthesiologist and peri-operative physician by profession, the fulfilling journey of motherhood has triggered Amoolya to dabble in creative writing and explore different paths to discover herself better. 

Intern with us

NEW: Internships available for :

1. Instagram  2. Video & Video Editing

Internships are available remotely : write to editor@pondylive.com

Do you have an interest in any of the following?

  • Journalism
  • Photography
  • Arts and Feature Writing
  • Videography/Video Editing
  • Mobile Journalism
  • Social media
  • Digital marketing
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Graphic Design

PondyLive not only has a young team that would welcome you into their fold, but an evolving platform to help you showcase your creativity, hone your skills and shine!

Get in touch with us @ info.pondylive@gmail.com


Winter Internships (November 29 2019- February 29 2020 ) are now closed!

Work with Us!

SALES / ADVERTISING EXECUTIVE

If you are just starting out in the sales/ advertising business and want an opportunity to prove yourself, join us!

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be based in Pondicherry
2. Speak fluent English (+ basic knowledge of spoken Tamil )
3. Own vehicle for moving around town
4. Must have an outgoing and pleasant personality
5. Freshers: 0- 2 years

DETAILS:

– Part-time job: 4 hours a day / 5 days a week
– Work hours are flexible
– MBA students looking for a part-time opportunity can also apply
– In addition to salary, there is a commission on sales
Apply directly to info.pondylive@gmail.com

Office:97 Hub, Eswaran Koil Street, Heritage Town