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.

Posts by: Tahir Bhat

Tahir Bhat -August 8, 2025

Garmin launches Forerunner 970 and 570 smartwatches in India: Price, specs

Garmin launches Forerunner 970 and 570 smartwatches in India: Price, specs

Premium GPS wearables feature AMOLED displays, advanced training tools and health tracking

Tahir Bhat -August 7, 2025

Samsung launches new soundbars with AI sound optimisation

Samsung launches new soundbars with AI sound optimisation

Prices range from Rs 14,990 to Rs 92,990; flagship HW-Q990F and compact convertible HW-QS700F lead the lineup

Tahir Bhat -August 5, 2025

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE likely to debut in September: Here’s what to expect

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE likely to debut in September: Here’s what to expect

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S25 FE earlier than usual, with reports suggesting a global debut around IFA 2025

Tahir Bhat -August 4, 2025

Vivo T4R 5G launched in India: Check specifications

Vivo T4R 5G launched in India: Check specifications

Vivo T4R 5G smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chip and features a 50MP Sony IMX882 primary camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS)

Tahir Bhat -August 3, 2025

Siddhant Karnick is in no rush to be seen or liked

Siddhant Karnick is in no rush to be seen or liked

The actor opens up about Crimson Red, theatre’s quiet power, his army upbringing, and why he refuses to chase stardom in a world of quick fixes

Tahir Bhat -August 3, 2025

Amazon launches Great Freedom Festival 2025 with major discounts on gadgets

Amazon launches Great Freedom Festival 2025 with major discounts on gadgets

Tablets, smartphones, and laptops see heavy price cuts; additional bank offers and coupons available

Tahir Bhat -August 3, 2025

Delhi: Saheli Smart Card roll-out raises concerns of digital exclusion

Delhi: Saheli Smart Card roll-out raises concerns of digital exclusion

With Delhi replacing pink tickets with digital cards for free bus rides for women, commuters fear being left out of a scheme that once empowered them

Tahir Bhat -August 1, 2025

My father’s simplicity shaped me, says Nitin Mukesh

My father’s simplicity shaped me, says Nitin Mukesh

The veteran playback singer on carrying forward Mukesh’s legacy, return to Delhi, and why soulful songs never go out of style