Tahir Bhat

Tahir is the Chief Sub-Editor at Patriot and hails from north Kashmir's Kupwara district. He holds a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from the University of Kashmir. His previous stints in the field of journalism over the past eight years include serving as online editor at Kashmir Life, where he covered a range of political and human-interest stories. At Patriot, he has expanded his focus to encompass the lifestyle and arts scene in Delhi, even as he has taken on additional responsibilities at the desk. If there’s news about Kashmir in Delhi, Tahir is the person to turn to for perspective and reportage. Outside of journalism, he loves travelling and exploring new places.
Cricket News: lightning cover for cricketers this domestic season

Cricket News: lightning cover for cricketers this domestic season

The new protocol allows on-field umpires to suspend play amid an imminent threat of lightning or thunder during cricket matches

September 6, 2026

What revamp of Delhi zoo leaves behind

The redevelopment of Delhi Zoo will alter Habib Rahman’s original design while leaving its older landmarks in place

September 6, 2026

DUSU polls: students question election panel order on undertaking

Student outfits have questioned election panel's order directing candidates to furnish undertaking with Rs-1 lakh bond with consent from parents

September 4, 2026

Where do women stand in DUSU politics?

Women students at one of India's most prestigious universities say their daily issues find no mention in ongoing campaigns

September 3, 2026

Fatty liver now affects 38.6% of Indian adults

Digestive disorders are becoming increasingly common, with metabolic diseases such as fatty liver emerging alongside persistent infections, warn doctors

September 2, 2026

5 years of Taliban rule: Afghans in Delhi are still waiting for a place to call home

Lost careers, divided families and precarious visas weigh on the minds of refugees who rebuilt their lives in a city…

September 2, 2026

Who decides what students learn? DU’s history syllabus changes questioned

Critics say changes to chapters on Delhi Sultanate, early medieval history and gender reflect an attempt to reshape India’s past along ideological lines

September 1, 2026

‘I did not want to become a hero’s brother or a heroine’s friend’: Tanuj Virwani

From Inside Edge and Code M to Tandoor and Jumper, actor Tanuj Virwani reflects on a decade of reinvention, and…

August 31, 2026

NYNY: Bringing New York-style pizza to Delhi

Leo’s Pizzeria founder on NYNY, bringing New York-style pizza to Delhi and creating a neighbourhood bar built for the evening

August 29, 2026