Dr. Rakesh Goswami is a notable academic and a professor of journalism at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi. He heads the English Journalism department and has previously served as the Regional Director of IIMC's Jammu campus. Dr. Goswami is known for his expertise in media training, particularly in combating misinformation through workshops as a Google News Initiative (GNI) India Training Network trainer. His career in journalism spans over 22 years, having worked in both print and electronic media, including positions at Hindustan Times, Times Now, and Network18, where he held senior roles​.

There is also a Dr. Rakesh Goswami who practices as an Ayurveda specialist in Mumbai, with over 28 years of experience. He runs the Prashant Ayurved clinic and specializes in treatments for conditions such as asthma, diabetes, arthritis, and piles​.