Ali Fraz Rezvi

Ali Fraz Rezvi covers heritage, history, literature and current social issues for the Patriot.

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Rohan Chauhan and Ali Fraz Rezvi -December 4, 2022

Unheard Voices

Unheard Voices

In a recent report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), 556 out of 1336 candidates contesting 2022 MCD election have properties in crores. But there are also a few candidates who are hard-pressed but are hoping against hope

Ali Fraz Rezvi -November 28, 2022

It’s more than pollution

It’s more than pollution

Delhi’s most polluted areas are also grappling with other civic problems which will eventually decide the outcome of corporation elections in these areas

Ali Fraz Rezvi -November 26, 2022

Teachers, students hit out at V-C’s proposal

Teachers, students hit out at V-C’s proposal

DU V-C’s plan to extend teaching hours from 8 to 8 is meeting stiff resistance from teachers and students who consider this proposal insensitive

Rohan Chauhan and Ali Fraz Rezvi -November 26, 2022

Who let the dogs out?

Who let the dogs out?

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has banned 11 foreign breeds of dogs after complaints of dog bites but lack of any alternate plan for their care and housing has left many residents angry and fuming

Ali Fraz Rezvi -November 22, 2022

Bourgeois pleasure: Delhi’s Soviet-era bookstore

Bourgeois pleasure: Delhi’s Soviet-era bookstore

People’s Publishing House, which was established in 1947 and thronged by people till the mid-90s, has lost its sheen due to changed reading habits and the digital era

Ali Fraz Rezvi and Mohd Shehwaaz Khan -November 21, 2022

When Purana Qila grooved to Asean music

When Purana Qila grooved to Asean music

With 15 bands from different ASEAN nations and performances by Papon and Sukhbir Randhawa of Bollywood, Delhi celebrated the second ASEAN-India music festival at the Purana Qila

Ali Fraz Rezvi and Rohan Chauhan -November 20, 2022

Children – Delhi pollution’s prime target 

Children – Delhi pollution’s prime target 

Kids suffered the most when pollution in Delhi reached hazardous levels in the initial days of November. Protecting young lungs has become a major concern as parents are opting to keep their kids indoors. But doctors feel forcing them indoors can affect their mental health

Ali Fraz Rezvi -November 10, 2022

Delhi Can’t Breathe!

Delhi Can’t Breathe!

The first week of November was a toxic one for the Delhiites as schools had to be shut down due to high levels of pollution. Even as the government promises more control in the future, residents have gotten used to living in dirty air