Author Archives: Syed Ali Mujtaba

About Syed Ali Mujtaba

He is a working Journalist currently based in Chennai, India. He has earned his PhD, from School of International studies Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. He has authored two books, “The Demand for Partition of India and British Policy 1940-45,� Mittal publication 2002 and “Soundings on South Asia�, New Dawn publication, 2005. He has contributed a chapter each in four edited volumes. His research papers have appeared in Indian Institute of Defense Studies and Analysis (IDSA), Journal of South Asia, Jaipur and Polsan studies, Nepal. Mujtaba has been doing TV anchoring for http://www.mizzima.tv/ and has made a documentary film for an American film producer.

Indian Muslims Should Emulate Super 30 Model

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

The Super 30 has provided a direction how a success story could be scripted in the most humble way. Now the onus is on members of the Muslim community to take this idea forward and replicate it for uplifting the not so privileged members of their faith. This they can do through professional approach and with utmost resolve and commitment and dedication to the cause. Continue reading →

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Indian Republic At 60- Am I Indian First Or Muslim First?

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

It’s like seeking answer to; are you child of your father first or your mother first? The answer is both. I am born in India and I am an Indian and it’s a geographical term. I am born in Islamic faith and so I am a Muslim, and it’s a religious term. I am an “Indian Muslim” is the short answer. Continue reading →

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Book Review – Alwaleed: Businessman, Billionaire, Prince

Posted on April 28, 2008 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

Syed Ali Mujtaba reviews Alwaleed: Businessman, Billionaire, Prince written by Riz Khan. Continue reading →

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Nagaland – Dreamers Under The Dark Tunnel

Posted on March 9, 2008 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

Nagaland, which lies on the outer periphery of Indian sub-consciousness, is in news because of recent assembly elections. Continue reading →

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Bangkok Impressions – A Ringside View

Posted on March 6, 2008 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

Journalist Syed Ali Mujtaba writes a travelogue on his recent visit to Bangkok. Continue reading →

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Nationalism In An Age Of Globalization – An Indian Experience

Posted on March 4, 2008 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

Journalist Syed Ali Mujtaba presents a paper at a seminar in Bangkok, Thailand. Continue reading →

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Tasleema Nasreen Vs MF Hussein’s Case

Posted on November 28, 2007 by Syed Ali Mujtaba

The current episode of Taslima Nasreen once again has brought out the hypocritical attitude of many Indians. I am amused about the hullabaloos made by the BJP, the Sangh Privar and some others for this Bangladeshi writer.

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