Episode 2 of 3
Editorial Shift Under George Buist
- When
- 1839
- Where
- Mumbai, India
George Buist became editor after Velkar's death in 1839, adopting a pro-British policy that conflicted with shareholder Fardoonji Naoroji's views.
Raobahadur Narayan Dinanath Velkar died in 1839, leading to George Buist becoming the editor. Buist established a pro-British editorial policy. Fardoonji Naoroji, a Parsi shareholder, wanted him to change this policy, particularly in the context of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
Sources
- The Times of India Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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