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Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Sumit Chakravartty was a gentle crusader who practised journalism fearlessly
Sumit Chakravartty, eminent journalist and editor of Mainstream Weekly, passed away in Kolkata on July 26. He was 79. Chakravartty is survived by his wife, Gargi, historian and CPI leader, and his son, Sagnik, editor with Prasar Bharati's DD India. Chakravartty had been ailing for some time. He had moved to Kolkata in September 2023 to be with family and close associates. As a young man, Sumit had the unenviable task of living up to his parents' legacy. His mother, Renu Chakravartty, was elected thrice to the Lok Sabha and emerged as a 'striking' parliamentarian and trade union leader. She was the niece of B C Roy, first Chief Minister of West Bengal, who inspired her to take up political work. Both parents shared the Oxbridge connection and had joined the British Communist Party as students. His father, Nikhil Chakravartty, founded Mainstream in 1962. Over the years, it became a platform for critical discourse in the country. He was the 'father figure' for the press freedom movement; whether it was the Emergency (1975-77) or the Defamation Bill (1989), he always led from the front. He declined the Padma Bhushan in 1990, saying 'journalists should not be identified with the establishment'. Sumit's legacy brought high expectations, and public scrutiny. He was Patriot's Moscow correspondent and worked with The Daily before joining Mainstream. He came out with flying colours by combining journalism and activism. His journalism fostered informed debate and gave space to diverse viewpoints, while his activism was driven by values of democracy, secularism, scientific temper and Gandhian antyodaya. From Singur to Bhima Koregaon — statements, appeals, reports and documents were featured in Mainstream. Sumit was a one-man army. We had launched the Working Group on Alternative Strategies (WGRAS) — a voluntary civil society initiative — in March 1992 to work on policy alternatives for an equitable development paradigm. Sumit was a founder member of its core group, and I was its convener. But we were soon overtaken by events. With the destruction of the Babri Masjid, our full attention turned to communal harmony. Senior journalist Dileep Padgaonkar had appealed for the Prime Minister to lead a citizens' march on Rajpath on January 26, 1993, for communal harmony, similar to the one held on January 26, 1963, after the Chinese aggression. We waited, but nothing was happening. So, on the night of January 25, 1993, WGRAS issued an appeal, calling for a citizens' march. It was successfully completed from Vijay Chowk to Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate, and we sent out a very positive signal across the country. In 2004, I experienced Sumit's incredible integrity as an editor. He published an article I had written about a top-notch politico's about-turn from his professed views. Notwithstanding the bitterness it caused in his relationship with the politico, Sumit remained resolute in my defence even when he came under vehement personal attack. In 2008, a documentary film project of mine was facing rough weather. One day we met at the India International Centre and he said he wanted to talk to me. We walked to Lodhi Garden and sat on a bench. Sumit took out his chequebook and wrote out a cheque of Rs 2 lakh for me. I protested, but he would not listen. 'I know the problem you are facing; give it back when you can,' he said. That was the man, helpful to a fault, and one who would internalise the problems of his close associates as his own. Sumit donated the print issues of Mainstream from 1962 to 2020 to the Archives of Contemporary India at Ashoka University. His spirited journalism-activism, in which he invested his gentle, simple, sensitive, grounded and noble lifeblood, has now moved into the digital space and is published every week. The writer is editor, Citizens First Television, and convener, Working Group on Alternative Strategies, New Delhi
The Hindu
21-07-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Ranking Series wrestling event: Sumit and Anil Mor win medals
Sumit (60kg) took a silver, while Anil Mor (55kg) claimed a bronze medal in Greco Roman competitions at the Ranking Series wrestling event in Budapest. Asian under-23 champion Sumit got past Worlds bronze medallist Sadyk Lalaev 9-3 before pinning Korean Dahyun Kim and Kazakh Galym Kabdunassarov to enter the final. He lost to 63kg World champion and 60kg European champion Nihat Zahid Mammadali 5-1 in the title clash to settle for the silver. After losing 6-1 to World and European champion Emin Sefershaev in his first bout, Ulaanbaatar Open champion Anil bounced back to beat two-time European medallist Moldovan Artium Deleanu 7-0 in repechage and Asian bronze medallist Uzbek Ikhtiyor Botirov 7-4 in the bronze medal contest.
Deccan Herald
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
WATCH: Man eats KFC chicken inside ISKCON's veg restaurant in London; viral video sparks outrage
Shameless African-British man forcibly eats chicken at ISKCON Govinda's restaurant in London. MAN (Enters): Only veg food here? STAFF: Yes, only vegetarian food. What would you like? Then he pulled out KFC chicken and began eating it inside — Sumit (@SumitHansd) July 20, 2025
NDTV
21-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Sumit Wins Silver As Indian Greco-Roman Wrestlers Make Significant Improvement In Budapest
Emerging talent grappler Sumit won the silver as India's Greco-Roman wrestling contingent marked a strong comeback on the final day of 'Polyak Imre & Varga Janos Memorial' – the 4th Ranking Series - being held in Budapest, Hungary, by securing one silver and one bronze medal. After a disappointing start, where none of the Greco-Roman wrestlers could advance to the medal rounds, the final day proved encouraging, showcasing the potential and growing strength of India's Greco-Roman squad. Sumit bags silver medal Young grappler Sumit, the current Under-23 Asian Champion, delivered an impressive performance in the 60 kg weight category to clinch a silver medal. He began with a bye in the qualification round. In his first bout, he defeated Sadyk Lalaev (UWW) with a dominant 9-3 score. In the quarterfinal, Sumit overpowered Korean wrestler Dahyun Kim by fall (7-4). Continuing his winning form, Sumit defeated Kazakh wrestler Galym Kabdunassarov by technical superiority (10-1) in the semifinals. In the gold medal bout, Sumit faced Nihat Zahid Mammadli of Azerbaijan, the reigning European and World Champion. Mammadli faced some tense moments in the first period, but as casual as he is, Mammadli defended every turn. He blocked Sumit's attempt to get a gut-wrench mid-turn and got two points. He got a bodylock to kick off the second period and scored a takedown to make it 4-1. As Sumit was put in par terre, Mammadli further led 5-1. However, he was happy not to put any effort into attempting any turns. Sumit tried to get a hold of Mammadli in the final two minutes, but it was to no avail, and Mammadli won the final 5-1. Bronze medal for Anil Mor Fellow Greco-Roman wrestler Anil Mor, who had earlier won a silver medal in the Yasar Dogu International Tournament (June 2025), added another accolade to his name by securing a bronze medal in the 55 kg category. After a bye in the qualification round, he lost to Emin Sefershaev (UWW) in his first bout 6-1. As Emin advanced to the final, Anil got another opportunity through the repechage rounds. He defeated Moldova's Atrium Deleanu with a clean 7-0 win, not conceding a single point. In the bronze medal bout, he outclassed Ikhtiyor Botirov of Uzbekistan with a strong 7-4 win, clinching India's second medal of the day. Women wrestlers continue to dominate Just a day earlier, the Indian women's wrestling team topped the overall medal tally, ahead of strong contenders USA and Hungary, who stood second and third, respectively. Given the recent consistent performances on the international circuit, experts have predicted that Indian women wrestlers are on course to win 3–4 medals at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
News18
20-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
India's Greco-Roman Wrestlers Bag Silver, Bronze Medals At UWW Ranking Series
Sumit's campaign began with a 9–3 victory over Sadyk Lalaev, followed by dominant wins where he pinned Korea's Dahyun Kim and Kazakhstan's Galym Kabdunassarov to reach the final. In the 55kg category, world No. 1 Anil Mor suffered a 1–6 loss in the quarterfinals to Emin Narimanovitch Sefershaev. However, with Sefershaev advancing to the final, Anil was given a second chance via the repechage round. The 18-year-old Indian rebounded strongly, defeating world No. 3 Artium Deleanu 7–0. He then overcame world No. 4 Iktiyor Botirov of Uzbekistan in the bronze medal match to seal his place on the podium. Women Wrestlers Excel with Six Medals Indian women wrestlers delivered an impressive showing, collecting six medals in total. Among the standouts were Antim Panghal, who claimed gold in the 53kg category, and Harshita, who topped the 72kg division.
