TJS George, a prominent journalist, author, and Padma Bhushan award winner, passed away on Friday at a private hospital in Bengaluru. The 97-year-old wrote with razor-sharp wit and satire throughout his life.

A Legacy Of Acerbic And Satirical Writing

George was a revered figure for his incisive and cutting writings, always using a touch of sarcasm and satire. He was the Editorial Advisor of The New Indian Express and well-liked for his long-running weekly column, Point of View, which he wrote all 25 years until 2022 – he continued writing it to the age of 94.

Early Life And Career

George was born on May 7, 1928, in Kerala to Magistrate T T Jacob and Chachi Amma Jacob. He spent over half a century in journalism within and outside India. His first journalistic role was in 1950 at the Fre

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