by Admin | Jul 23, 2025 | Indian Cinema, Radio and TV
Farrukh Jaffar (1933–15 October 2021) was a trailblazing Indian actress, radio personality, and theatre enthusiast, remembered for her vibrant presence in cinema and pioneering role as one of the first female announcers at All India Radio (AIR). Her career,...
by Admin | Jul 20, 2025 | Freedom Movement, Urdu Journalism
Fatima Begum (1890-1958) was a foundational figure in South Asian history, recognised as the first Muslim woman journalist in British India. Over a five-decade career, she seamlessly integrated the roles of editor, educator, and political organiser. Born in Lahore...
by Admin | Aug 14, 2025 | Journalism, Padma Shri
Fatima Zakaria (1936-2021) was a distinguished Indian journalist, educationist, and social reformer whose five-decade career left a profound impact on Indian media and the educational landscape of Maharashtra. A recipient of the Padma Shri, she was a veteran editor...
by Admin | Aug 13, 2025 | Journalism, Literature
Fehmida Zakeer is a distinguished Indian writer, translator, and journalist, celebrated for her contributions to contemporary Indian literature. Born in Thalassery, Kerala, and raised in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, her bicultural upbringing has profoundly shaped her literary...
