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NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
World Leaders Who Studied In India
World Leaders In India: Many world leaders have studied in India, showing how Indian education has played a role in their success and international ties. From Kabul to Kathmandu, these figures attended prestigious Indian institutions, showcasing India's contribution to leadership and learning on the world stage. Here are some of the renowned world leaders who had their education in India: 1. Aung San Suu Kyi- Myanmar Aung San Suu Kyi, the national counsellor of Myanmar and the Nobel Peace Prize winner graduated from Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University with a degree in Politics. She won the Nobel Prize in 1991. 2. Hamid Karzai (Afghanistan) Hamid Karzai was the president of Afghanistan from 2004-2014. He earned his Master's degree in International Relations and Political Science from Himachal Pradesh University in 1983. 3. Bingu wa Mutharika (Malawi) Bingu Wa Mutharika, the former president of Malawi, Southeastern Africa completed his graduation from Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi, and Masters in Economics from Delhi School of Economics. 4. Olusegun Obasanjo (Nigeria) Olusegun Mathew Okikiola Aremu Obasanjo was the president of Nigeria from 1999 to 2007. The president took his military training in India, first at College of Military Engineering at Kirkee, and then Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. He served as a military ruler from February 13, 1976 to October 1, 1979. 5. Baburam Bhattarai (Nepal) Baburam Bhattarai, the the Prime Minister of Nepal from August 2011 to March 2013 completed his Masters in Technology ( from the Delhi School of Planning and Architecture. He completed his PhD in Urban Planning from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi in 1986.
Indian Express
15-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Top designers, DU students to join Delhi govt's upcoming khadi fashion show
The Delhi government's first-of-its-kind handloom fashion show is set to be attended by renowned designers and students from the Capital's top educational institutions. The show, scheduled for August 6, will be attended by bigwigs like Rahul Mishra, Sanjay Garg, Surekha Jain, Rina Dhaka, and Pernia Quereshi, among others. The event will also see over 150 students from top Delhi colleges like Miranda House, Lady Shri Ram College, Hindu College, GTB Khalsa College, Guru Gobind Singh College, and Pearl Academy curating exhibits and walking the ramp in handloom wear. Organised to promote the use of khadi, as well as hand-spun and handwoven fabrics, the event will highlight the roots of traditional Indian textiles. Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the event, named 'Vastra Katha', will be organised by the Delhi Khadi and Village Industries Board (DKVIB). 'We are bringing in long-overdue reforms to make (DKVIB) sustainable by the end of this year and profitable by 2026. The government has already allocated Rs 50 crore for skilling and capacity-building in the handloom sector, and now we are complementing that with platforms like Vastra Katha to create means for livelihood and visibility for artisans,' said Sirsa. The event will feature a 24-stall curated exhibition and a fashion ramp walk with a Vedic civilisation theme. The exhibition will showcase rare, Geographical Indication (GI) tagged textiles, handloom sarees, and fabrics from across India. On how eco-friendly the handloom industry is, Sirsa said, 'The fashion industry is a major contributor to global warming. On the other hand, handloom is eco-friendly, rooted in nature, made without natural products, and also supports rural livelihoods, especially for women. Handloom isn't just heritage, it's climate action with culture.' The Delhi government plans to make the event an annual tradition, he added.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dance runs in the family: Kabir Khan
Behind the camera and on the dance floor — Kabir Khan and daughter Sairah talk rhythm, roots and aspirations Few know that Kabir Khan , director of films like Kabul Express, Ek Tha Tiger, Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Chandu Champion, is also a skilled dancer. He has now found a dance partner in his daughter Sairah, who has been training in several dance forms since the age of three. We spoke to the filmmaker about the dancer in him, while Sairah shared her career plans. I dabbled in dancing a lot in DU: Kabir Khan Talking about his love for dancing, Kabir shares, 'I dabbled in dance a lot when I was in college, we had a good choreography team at Delhi University, where I graduated from. It's safe to say we were good because we won awards at the university and in Lady Shri Ram College where my wife Mini (Mathur) studied. I spent six months on the production of the musical West Side Story with choreographer Ashley Lobo. It also featured Parvin Dabas, Gauri Khan and others, so that was a phase when I was dancing a lot. Mini showed her dancing chops on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, and now Sairah dances better than both of us put together. So yes, dance does run in the family.' 'I'd put up performances for my parents as a kid' Talking about how she fell in love with dancing, Sairah says, 'My parents enrolled me in a ballet class when I was three years old, and I started enjoying it. I was very dramatic as a child and would put on performances for them. I was dancing to Sheila Ki Jawani when I was two. I trained with Ashley Lobo, did professional certificate courses in different styles, and now I dance simply because I enjoy it.' To this, Kabir adds, 'We enrolled her in the class because she had already started dancing. She would dance to Katrina's (Kaif) songs, which we would record and send to her.' 'Documentary filmmakers are considered serious people, but they are the most interesting people I have met in my life' Reminiscing about his journey from dancer to documentary filmmaker to finally directing large-scale commercial movies, Kabir shares, 'Dancing is about team building, and was something I really enjoyed. I'm still in touch with many people from the West Side Story production. Gauri and I became friends during that project. Documentary filmmaking is what I studied – I did my master's in filmmaking. At some point, I felt those films lacked a wide audience, and I felt frustrated. That's when I wrote Kabul Express, based on my journey with a friend in Afghanistan. I landed a three-film contract with YRF, and the rest is history.' Does the tag of a documentary filmmaker paint him as a serious person? 'Documentary filmmakers are considered serious people, but they are the most interesting people I've met in my life,' says Kabir, adding, 'They have varied experiences because of their travels. Just last year, I caught up with many documentary filmmakers at a festival in Kathmandu, and the interactions, as always, were quite interesting.' I love being in front of the camera, but maybe not as an actor: Sairah Sairah is often asked if she would take up after her parents. But she has other plans. 'I'm hoping to study at New York University first,' she says, and continues, 'Both my parents' movie sets have always been a playground for my brother and me. My brother Vivaan has taken to filmmaking. While I love being in front of the camera with the spotlight on me, maybe not as an actor. But let's see.' Pics: Prathamesh Bandekar
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
John Abraham's co-star is a DU Lady Shriram College topper; was prepping for UPSC but became movie actress instead
Before becoming a familiar face in Indian cinema, Rashi Khanna had an entirely different path mapped out for herself. Born and raised in Delhi, she excelled academically from a young age, topping her Class 12 board examinations and later her university as well. She graduated from Lady Shri Ram College with a degree in English Literature, where she initially set her sights on cracking the UPSC and becoming an IAS officer. Coming from a middle-class background with no links to the entertainment industry, Rashi was never inclined toward films during her school years. In interviews, she has often shared that acting wasn't even a consideration—her focus was on building a stable career through hard work and self-reliance. First Steps Into Professional World Rashi's early professional life began in the corporate world, working as a copywriter at an advertising agency. It was during this phase that she began getting noticed for her presence and personality. While still preparing for the UPSC, she explored opportunities in modelling, largely due to the encouragement of people around her. What began as an experiment eventually opened doors to the entertainment world. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Top 25 Most Beautiful Women In The World Articles Vally Undo Bollywood debut with John Abraham Rashi's acting career took off in 2013 when she was cast in Shoojit Sircar's political thriller Madras Cafe, opposite John Abraham . She portrayed the role of the protagonist's wife in the film, marking her entry into the Hindi film industry. Though her screen time was limited, it was enough to leave an impression and pave the way for more prominent roles. South Indian cinema and OTT Following her debut, Rashi Khanna shifted focus to the South Indian film industry, where she built a strong portfolio. She starred in films like Imaikkaa Nodigal alongside Nayanthara, Bengal Tiger, Jil, and Sardar. In recent years, she has gained recognition in the OTT space with projects like Farzi, where she appeared alongside Shahid Kapoor, and the crime series Rudra. Rashi has often credited her journey to a mix of fate and relentless effort. While her original goal was far removed from acting, her discipline and adaptability helped her excel in a completely different field. Her story reflects a rare blend of intellect, ambition, and creative passion—qualities that have allowed her to thrive in the entertainment industry without any formal background or connections. Now in her mid-thirties and with over a decade in cinema, Rashi Khanna continues to evolve, balancing mainstream films, web series, and a strong presence on social media. From UPSC dreams to the film sets, her career remains a testament to how unexpected turns can often lead to fulfilling destinations.
India.com
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress, Class 12th topper, who wanted to be an IAS officer, had no hits in 11 years, still a star, name is...
Meet actress, Class 12 topper, who wanted to be an IAS officer, had no hits in 11 years, still a star, name is... There are several actors in Bollywood who never plan to be a part of the film industry, but destiny in a way round up things for them that they get ironically connected to films. Today, we will talk about one such actress who never desired to be a part of the glamours world, but eventually landed in this profession, and has now become a star figure. Raashii Khanna was preparing for IAS, but then… Born on November 30, 1990, she is none other than Raashii Khanna. She completed her schooling from Delhi, and pursued graduation in English Literature from Lady Shri Ram College (DU). Once in an interview, Raashii admitted that she never aspired to be an actress. 'I was good in studies. Initially I wanted to become a singer but in college I decided to go into administrative services. I wanted to prepare for IAS and become an officer but my luck took me to films. I never dreamt of becoming a model or an actress.' She said. Raashii Khanna's journey in films Following her job as a copywriter in an advertising agency, she ventured into modelling and collaborated with several high-profile brands. After this, her career in films began when Shoojit Sircar cast her in Madras Cafe , opposite John Abraham. Although, she had a limited screen presence, but her performance was widely recognised. She then stepped in South Industry and made her Telugu debut with Oohalu Gusagusalade, Tamil debut with I maikkaa Nodigal , and entered Malayalam industry with Villain. In a career spanning over 10 years, the actor hasn't given any major hit yet, but her talent and amazing screen presence made her audiences favourite. Her most impactful performances in shows and movies like Bengal Tiger, Supreme, Jai Lava Kusa, Tholi Prema, Imaikkaa Nodigal, Venky Mama, Prati Roju Pandage, Thiruchitrambalam, Sardar, Rudra: The Edge of Darkness, and Farzi captivated viewers through and through. Most recently seen in the Tamil film Aghathiyaa , Raashii is now gearing up her next major project Telusu Kada. Directed by Neeraja Kona and Bankrolled by TG Vishwa, the film is scheduled for a release on October 17, 2025.
