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.
Starting over: Sumit Arora takes the leap from theatre to cinema

Starting over: Sumit Arora takes the leap from theatre to cinema

After 12 years in theatre, the actor makes his international film debut with a role that takes him well outside…

October 12, 2026

Festive shopping in Delhi: where to go this Navratri

These five markets offer attractive options for festive wear, traditional accessories, home décor and more.

October 7, 2026

One Road, two temples and Gandhi’s fight against untouchability

At Birla Mandir, Gandhi sought to open the doors of worship to all; at Valmiki Mandir, he started a classroom…

October 2, 2026

‘I want to expand the idea of being an actor’: Alankrita Sahai

Alankrita Sahai on moving beyond pageants and modelling, finding substance in diverse roles and the craft she keeps returning to

September 29, 2026

Delhi hospital treats recurrent pacemaker infections with dual-chamber leadless device

The technology eliminates the need for a chest pocket and wires, say doctors at Max Patparganj

September 28, 2026

New UPI charge: Delhi traders consider a return to cash

From October 15, merchants will pay a 0.4% MDR on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, capped at Rs 300; traders…

September 28, 2026

A quieter circle, a slower walk: Connaught Place in the 1980s

The cinema halls, restaurants, photo studios and familiar faces that gave Connaught Place its character in the 1980s have largely…

September 19, 2026

What you do while you wait defines your journey: Madhurima Tuli

Actor Madhurima Tuli reflects on a decade in the industry, lessons from her roles, the changing landscape of storytelling and…

September 16, 2026

Delhi records 26.8 deg Celsius min temp; likely to see rain

Rainfall recorded in Delhi till 8.30 am was 1.8 mm at Safdarjung, 4.7 mm at Palam, 2.4 mm at Lodhi…

September 12, 2026