Shahnawaz Akhtar

Shahnawaz Akhtar is a senior journalist with over two decades of reporting experience across four Indian states and China. He is the Managing Editor and founder of eNewsroom India, an independent, Kolkata-based digital media platform. His work focuses on human-interest reporting, capturing lived realities, resilience, and voices often ignored by mainstream media

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Encroached, Erased, Exploited: Lawyers Expose the Real Story Behind India’s Waqf Debate

Legal experts in Kolkata reveal over 59,000 Waqf properties encroached, challenging PM Modi's misleading statements against Waqf institutions. They argue the proposed Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 undermines constitutional protections, erodes board autonomy, and fuels anti-Muslim sentiment. The bill, lawyers claim, serves capitalist interests by legitimizing long-standing illegal encroachments

Historic Mandate, Historic Responsibility: Can Hemant Soren Deliver Justice, Jobs, and Rights for Jharkhand’s Muslims?

Jharkhand's Muslims voted overwhelmingly for the INDIA bloc, breaking historical patterns to re-elect Hemant Soren's government. Despite this historic mandate, key demands such as the anti-mob lynching law, compensation for violence victims, and minority-focused reforms remain unfulfilled. Activists urge swift action on education, health, and justice to honor promises and regain trust

धर्म, जाति और पैसे की सियासत में उत्कृष्ट विधायक की हार: क्या झारखंड को मिलेगा विनोद सिंह जैसा दूसरा जनप्रतिनिधि?

झारखंड के बगोदर में जाति, धर्म और पैसे की ताकत ने एक मजबूत नेता को हरा दिया, जिसने जनता के लिए सबसे कठिन समय में खड़े होकर काम किया। विनोद सिंह ने न केवल कोविड के दौरान असहाय लोगों की मदद की, बल्कि शिक्षा और विकास में अपनी छाप छोड़ी। उनकी हार से झारखंड में यह बहस छिड़ गई है कि क्या विकास की राजनीति का दौर खत्म हो चुका है?

Chanakya of Jharkhand Politics: The Quiet Strategist Behind JMM’s Historic Win

Behind JMM’s historic 34-seat tally is a low-profile strategist who has remained loyal to the party for over three decades. Sudivya Kumar Sonu helped shape its campaign, social media strategy, ticket distribution and Kalpana Soren’s political journey

The Angry Young (Man) CM: Hemant Soren’s Fierce Fight Against BJP

Jako Rakhe Saiya...” chief minister Hemant Soren Challenges BJP Leadership, Accusing Them of Lies and Failing to Protect Adivasi Daughters Across India

The ‘Extra Armour’ of INDIA Bloc: How Kalpana Soren is Redefining Jharkhand’s Political Landscape

In the heart of Jharkhand’s election battle, Kalpana Soren stands out as a game-changer. Her speeches champion local pride while demanding national accountability. With her growing support, she’s poised to make a lasting impact on the state’s politics