Anzer Ayoob

Anzer Ayoob is a Kashmiri journalist and author. He is the founder of The Chenab Times and current president of Chenab Times Foundation.[5][6]

Anzer Ayoob
Editor in Chief of The Chenab Times
Assumed office
2017
President of Chenab Times Foundation[1]
Assumed office
2023
Preceded byPost established
Personal details
Born(1999-03-27)27 March 1999[2]
Thathri, Jammu and Kashmir, India[3]
OccupationMultimedia journalist, Author
Notable worksThe Power of Local Journalism (2023)[4]
Websiteanzerayoob.com

He has contributed to several news organizations such as The Diplomat, Mongabay, and The Wire (India).

Career

Anzer Ayoob's career in journalism began at 16 in 2015. In 2017, he discontinued his education due to his mother's declining health, becoming the primary breadwinner for his family. He began writing about regional issues for local publications and secured internships with media outlets. In July 2017, he founded a news outlet called The Chenab Times in Doda district.[7]

Anzer has contributed to several news organizations such as The Diplomat (magazine), Mongabay, The Wire (India), The Quint and more.[8] He raises concerns over various issues in Chenab Valley.[1][9]

In February 2023, Anzer was elected as president of Chenab Times Foundation.[10]

Personal life

Anzer Ayoob was born in 1999 in Thathri. After 2017, he became the sole bread earner for his family.[11][2][12]

Books
Books by Anzer Ayoob
Book Name(s) ISBN Year References
The Power of Local Journalism: A Voice for the Voiceless in Rural areas ISBN 9798392885428 2023 [8][13][14][15]
Inspiring Muslim Influencers: Stories of Making a Positive Impact ISBN 978-93-5912-994-5 2023 [16]
Journalism and the Use of Social Media ISBN 978-93-5914-984-4 2023 [17]
How to Say No, When You Want To Say It ISBN 978-93-5917-263-7 2023 [18]

References
  1. "Cultural Erosion in Chenab Valley Schools Raises Concerns" (E-paper). Early Times. 13 June 2023. p. 9. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
  2. Farooq, Shadab (4 February 2022). "Meet the college dropout who runs a news portal in J&K". TwoCircles.net. Retrieved 8 February 2023.
  3. "President". Chenab Times Foundation. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
  4. Pampori, Abid (30 April 2023). "Book 'Power of Local Journalism' celebrates its impact" (E-paper). The News Now. p. 4. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
  5. Zargar, Safwat. "Making headlines: A news site in J&K is putting out daily bulletins in lesser-known languages". Scroll.in. Retrieved 11 February 2023.
  6. Aswani, Tarushi. "'A Way to Reclaim Our Identity': How 'The Chenab Times' Is Using News to Preserve Dying Languages". The Wire (India). Retrieved 11 February 2023.
  7. Naik, Mubashar (28 May 2022). "Local news show preserves Chenab's endangered languages". Maktoob media. Retrieved 1 August 2023.
  8. Ayoob, Anzer (2023). The Power of Local Journalism: A Voice for the Voiceless in Rural areas. Amazon.com. p. 24. ISBN 9798392885428.
  9. Webdesk, KS (2023-08-14). "CTF Prez Calls For Inclusion Of J&K's Bhaderwahi And Sarazi Languages In NEP's Mother Tongue Emphasis". Kashmir Scroll. Retrieved 2023-08-16.
  10. "Chenab Times Foundation Announces New Leadership Team". Chenab Times Foundation. 26 February 2023. Retrieved 12 September 2023.
  11. "Anzer Ayoob". The Chenab Times. 1999-03-27. Retrieved 2023-05-01.
  12. "Anzer Ayoob's Profile | The Chenab Times Journalist | Muck Rack". muckrack.com. Retrieved 8 February 2023.
  13. Express, Himalayan (29 April 2023). "The Power of Local Journalism' Booklet Released, Highlights Crucial Role in Empowering Communities". Himalayan Express. Retrieved 30 April 2023.
  14. Ayoob, Anzer (26 April 2023). "The Power of Local Journalism: A Voice for the Voiceless in Rural areas (Anzer Ayoob's Biography Book 1) eBook : Ayoob, Anzer: Amazon.in: Kindle Store". amazon.in. Retrieved 30 April 2023.
  15. Pampori, Abid (30 April 2023). "Book 'Power of Local Journalism' celebrates its impact" (E-paper). The News Now. p. 4. Retrieved 30 April 2023.
  16. Ayoob, A. (2023). Inspiring Muslim Influencers: Stories of Making a Positive Impact. Anzer Ayoob. ISBN 978-93-5912-994-5. Retrieved 17 May 2023.
  17. Ayoob, Anzer (6 June 2023). Journalism and the Use of Social Media. Anzer Ayoob. ISBN 9789359149844. Retrieved 13 June 2023.
  18. Ayoob, Anzer (2023-07-16). How to Say No, When You Want To Say It. Anzer Ayoob. p. 48. ISBN 978-93-5917-263-7.
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