Altaf Hussain on Muck Rack

Altaf Hussain

(He/Him)
Jammu and Kashmīr, Srinagar
As seen in: Pod À Trois - Um podcast sobre diversidade, BBC, MDPI, The Wire (India), Kashmir Life, Kashmir Observer
Covers:  I have covered Kashmir for more than last three decades
Freelance Journalist. Formerly BBC's North India Correspondent, also worked with the Times of India. Powerless by choice.
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Interview

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

What does it mean to be a journalist?

A journalist is a witness to history in the making. They have to be honest, objective and competent to analyze a situation for their audience

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

A story for BBC captioned Kashmir's elderly fend for themselves

When's the best time to pitch you?

Between 09am - 11am

What's your favorite drink?

Tea/Coffee
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