Online Event: Redefining the Indian Muslim Narrative with Bushra Khanum
Nous Network & CSAS is organizing an exclusive online event on 24th August with Bushra Khanum, one of India's most fearless journalists. We’ll explore how Indian media shapes democracy and Muslim representation — and how we can reclaim our stories with courage, scholarship, and vision.
Date: Sunday, August 24th, 2025 |
Time: 1 PM CDT | 2 PM EDT
Hosted Online (Zoom link upon registration)
About the Event
About the Speaker – Bushra Khanum
Bushra Khanum is a New Delhi-based senior journalist, currently serving as Consulting Editor at DB Live, one of India’s most influential digital political platforms with over 9.5 million subscribers.
With more than 20 years of experience across top media houses — including Network 18, Zee Media, Doordarshan, and ETV Urdu — Bushra has built a reputation for her fearless ground reporting, incisive political debates, and focus on minority rights, women’s empowerment, and human rights.
She anchors the acclaimed daily live show “Nazar Aur Nazaria”, with over 500+ live studio episodes, hosting leading political figures, journalists, and academics such as Yashwant Sinha, Prashant Bhushan, Uday Bhaskar, Vinod Sharma, and Apoorvanand.
Her ground reporting has covered:
- Lok Sabha Elections 2024 across UP, Haryana, West Bengal — spotlighting Muslim-majority constituencies often ignored by mainstream media.
- Campaign trails of leaders like Priyanka Gandhi, Ashok Gehlot, Bhupesh Baghel, Imran Masood, and Asaduddin Owaisi.
- Social struggles like the anti-CAA protests, Jamia crackdown, and the Muzaffarnagar riots.
She is also known for pioneering shows such as “Aap Ki Baat” (Zee Salam), which gave space to Muslim voices at a time when mainstream media was hostile or indifferent.
Bushra’s independent journalism has reached international audiences, with her reports cited by platforms like TRT Worldand BloombergQuint, and she has been recognized with awards including:
- e4m 40 Under 40 – Best News Anchor/Reporter
- Ahmed Saeed Malihabadi Journalism & Media Award
- Jamia Millia Islamia Prestigious Alumni Award
Born in Aligarh and educated at Jamia Millia Islamia (BSW), Bushra also studied abroad in Germany under an academic exchange program. She is deeply engaged in advocacy for Urdu language, women’s empowerment, and minority rights.
Why Attend?
- Hear from a fearless journalist at the frontlines of Indian politics.
- Understand how media shapes narratives about Muslims — and how those narratives can be reclaimed.
- Connect with Nous Network’s research-driven media initiatives.
- Participate in an interactive Q&A with Bushra Khanum.
Register Now
Attendance is free but RSVP is required.
(Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants before the event.)
About Nous Network
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