Personal Profile About Helle Lyng
Helle Lyng Svendsen is a Norwegian journalist and commentator. She is associated with the Oslo-based newspaper Dagsavisen. She previously worked as a fixed economy journalist and a U.S. correspondent for Nettavisen. Academically, she holds a bachelor's degree in economics and a master's degree in political communication from the University of Amsterdam.
In May 2026, she gained international attention during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit to Oslo. She shared the video footage of her encounter on X. She also clarified that she is an independent journalist, pushing back against online allegations labeling her a foreign agent.
Helle Lyng Journalist
In May 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre held a joint press briefing where no media questions were taken. During the briefing, Helle Lyng journalist stood up and called out to Modi, asking him why he wouldn't take questions from "the freest press in the world." This incident made her an overnight trend.
Helle Lyng Twitter
Helle Lyng twitter (now X) handle is @HelleLyngSvends. Following her interaction with the Indian Prime Minister, her follower count grew from around 800 to over 21,000. By May 20, 2026, she reported on X that her Meta-owned Facebook and Instagram accounts had been deactivated or suspended following the online row, leaving her to communicate updates primarily via X.
Helle Lyng Age
Helle Lyng age is 28 years old. When she was appointed as the U.S. correspondent for Nettavisen in February 2024, media reports documented her age as 26.