Tag: Obituary
Dr Manzoor Alam and the Leadership Indian Muslims Can Ill Afford to Lose
Dr Manzoor Alam’s passing marks the end of an era of institution-building leadership. Rising from rural Bihar, he devoted his life to ideas, research, and guiding Indian Muslims through crises.
Dharmendra Remembered: How Bollywood’s Most Human Superstar Became India’s Favourite Hero
Film star Dharmendra lived a full and complete life. He was unapologetically himself—a man with a golden heart who loved fellow human beings and...
He Lost His Father to Zamindars—Then Gave a Zamindar’s Son a Future
Accused of dynasty politics, Shibu Soren rose from personal tragedy to lead tribal resistance, form JMM, and uplift both loyal cadres and former enemies. He symbolised contradiction—fighting Zamindars, yet mentoring one’s son. His legacy challenges the BJP’s narrative and calls for recognition like the Bharat Ratna
The Real Chowkidar: Shibu Soren Spoke the Language of the People
In 2005, during Jharkhand’s first-ever assembly polls, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) had hired a chopper for Guruji—Shibu Soren. After a week of campaigning,...
The Last Rebel in the Newsroom: Biswajit Roy and His Lifelong Fight for Uncompromising Journalism
Veteran journalist Biswajit Roy, known for his fearless ground reporting, intellectual depth, and support for independent media, passed away at 65. A staunch believer in old-school journalism, he wrote extensively on issues like Galwan and Palestine. Despite health and resource constraints, he remained committed to meaningful, socially conscious journalism till the end.
The Bewildering Spirit and Charisma of Zakir Hussain
Immersed in the sounds of the Himalayas and the global rhythms of Zakir Hussain, the author (sitarist disciple of Pt Ravi Shankar) recounts a lifetime of inspiration drawn from his artistry. Zakir’s music transcended tradition, fusing the tabla with jazz, African beats, and Latin rhythms while maintaining deep reverence for his Punjab gharana roots. His playful, childlike immersion and cosmic intuition remain a beacon for musicians, even as the world mourns his passing