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NDTV
4 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.
The Hindu
23-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Polyandry part of ancient tribal tradition, says Himachal Ministers after woman marries two men
Polyandry is not new to Himachal Pradesh and a primary reason for its prevalence in some parts of the state is keeping a family intact and the landholdings undivided, say multiple people familiar with this tradition. This anachronistic tradition came to limelight after two brothers of the Hatti tribe in Shillai village of the Transgiri area of Sirmaur district tied the knot to the same woman earlier this month. 'It is not a new tradition. Polyandry is a part of ancient tribal tradition and culture to keep the land undivided and is prevalent in parts of Kinnaur and Sirmaur districts,' said Revenue, Horticulture and Tribal Minister Jagat Singh Negi, who is the MLA from the Kinnaur constituency. Sunita Chauhan married Pradeep and Kapil Negi, saying they are proud of this tradition and have taken the decision jointly. 'The tradition is old and there would be a rare house in Shallai where such a marriage has not taken place,' said Industry Minister Harshwardhan, who represents the Shallai constituency. Revenue laws of Himachal Pradesh recognise this tradition, which is named 'Jodidara'. The tradition is also recognised under sections 494 and 495 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Himachal Pradesh's first Chief Minister, Y.S. Parmar, did research on this tradition and his Ph.D. from Lucknow University was on 'Polyandry in Himalayas 'Socio-economic background of Himalayan Polyandry'. 'According to the research of Y.S. Parmar, polyandry was prevalent in all five khand (sections) of the Himalayas from Kashmir to Nepal and there were psychological, biological and economic reasons behind the practice,' former chairman of Dr. Y.S. Parmar Chair at Himachal Pradesh University O.P. Sharma told PTI. Some segments of warrior communities, especially Khasu and Tod, believe that teh Pandavas of Mahabharata are their ancestors and willingly continue the tradition, he said, adding Parmar had also quoted statistics of screwed sex ratio which showed that the number of girls were less than boys. 'Keeping small landholdings intact and less expense on weddings were the economics behind the tradition,' he said. He asserted that Parmar 'did not encourage the practice of polyandry in view of women exploitation and I share the same views'. 'If live-in relations are accepted, then why is there an issue with age-old traditions? There are 15-20 families in my village Koti (Sirmaur district) where a woman is married to more than one man and we want the tradition to continue,' says law student Krishan Pratap Singh. Relations stay healthy in the family and land stays intact in joint marriage, says Balma Devi. Polyandry is an old tradition in which brotherhood remains and expenses are handled adequately, says Sant Ram. 'We four brothers are married to two women,' he adds. Hatti is a closed-knit community in the Himachal Pradesh-Uttarakhand border and was declared as Scheduled Tribe three years ago. In this tribe, polyandry was in vogue for centuries, but due to rising literacy among women and economic uplift of communities in the region, cases of polyandry were not reported much as it used to be a simple ceremony. 'We have got tribal status due to such old traditional practices which also find mention in revenue records. Polyandry is prevalent in about 150 villages in the Trans Giri area of Sirmaur district and is still a practising tradition in some villages. It was also prevalent in Jaunsar Babar, tribal area of Uttarakhand,' said spokesperson of Hatti Vikas Manch, Ramesh Singta. Such marriages are being solemnised in a clandestine manner and accepted by the society but instances are fewer, elders in the village said. Kundan Singh Shastri, general secretary of the prime body of the Hatti community Kendriya Hatti Samiti, said this tradition was invented thousands of years ago to save a family's agricultural land from further division. Another reason is to promote brotherhood and mutual understanding in a joint family by marrying even two or more brothers born from different mothers with a single bride, he told PTI. The third reason is a feeling of security. 'If you have a big family with more men, you are more secure in a tribal society,' he said, adding it also helps in managing scattered agriculture lands in far-flung, hard, hilly areas which requires a family for a long time for care and cultivation. These requirements of tribal families have kept the polyandry system in practice for thousands of years; though these traditions are slowly dying, Mr. Shastri added.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Edu should not only aim at employment, but also empower individuals and help build a strong India: Himachal guv
Shimla: Education is not merely about scoring high marks in exams but also about shaping one's life, contributing to a positive change in society, and playing a vital role in nation-building, governor Shiv Pratap Shukla said Thursday. He was addressing a gathering at Himachal Pradesh University, where he was invited as chief guest for the 'Shimla ke Medhavi' programme. Shukla said, "Students are the architects of tomorrow. Their approach to the present will determine the shape of the future. Education should not only aim at employment, but also empower individuals and help build a culturally flourishing and strong India." He highlighted that the National Education Policy was designed keeping this broader vision in mind and offers numerous new opportunities for the youth. He advised students to limit distractions from social media platforms and instead focus on purposeful learning. Shukla also highlighted the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI). He said, "AI is driven by the data provided to it, and hence, it must be used responsibly. India is progressing rapidly in the field of AI and technology, and there is no dearth of employment opportunities in this domain. Today, even people working in senior govt positions are showing interest in transitioning to careers in the IT sector. " Over 450 meritorious students from more than 40 schools across Shimla were honoured on the occasion.
India Gazette
21-06-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
"Yoga now part of daily life across globe due to PM Modi's efforts," says HP Governor Shukla
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 21(ANI): Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday led a yoga session at the Raj Bhavan in Shimla to mark the 11th International Yoga Day. Raj Bhavan staff, students from the Department of Yoga Studies at Himachal Pradesh University, and residents participated in the event. Addressing the participants and later speaking to the media, Governor Shukla lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's global efforts to promote yoga, calling it a transformative tool for both body and mind. 'It was due to the relentless efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the United Nations declared June 21 as International Yoga Day. Today, yoga is not just confined to India but has become an integral part of daily life globally,' the Governor told ANI. He added, 'We should make yoga a part of our daily lives. Yoga will play a big role in making the mind and body healthy, and it will also play a big role in uniting society.' He further emphasised the profound impact of yoga beyond physical fitness. 'Yoga plays a critical role not only in ensuring good health but also in removing harmful tendencies and societal distortions,' Shukla added. Highlighting the spiritual and cultural essence of the state, he said: 'Himachal Pradesh is a land of gods, a 'Devbhoomi'. Since taking charge as Governor, I have stepped out of Raj Bhavan and gone from village to village to awaken the youth and urge them to stay away from drugs.' Speaking to ANI, Governor Shukla expressed deep gratitude towards the Prime Minister for entrusting him with eradicating substance abuse in Himachal Pradesh. 'I thank and commend Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving me the responsibility to free Himachal from the menace of drugs,' he said. The Governor noted that awareness campaigns have already begun yielding results. ' We have reached the villages and sensitised people against drug use. As a result, police actions have led to significant heroin seizures. But I believe a day will come when no such drugs will be found, not because they are hidden better, but because people will stop consuming them altogether,' he remarked. Governor Shukla reiterated his belief that yoga, with its focus on mental clarity and discipline, can play a pivotal role in steering the youth away from addiction and towards a healthier and more purposeful life. (ANI)
Indian Express
11-06-2025
- General
- Indian Express
‘How long can we fight anti-social elements?': Once a popular tourist spot, Shimla's Glen Nature Park now lies in shambles
Tattered remains of a welcome signboard at the entry gate, a partially burnt and broken wooden floor of a rain shelter, and piles of garbage at various spots: nearly seven years after it was inaugurated amid much fanfare, Glen Nature Park in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla presents a dismal picture of official apathy today. 'When the park was inaugurated, locals and tourists would flock in large numbers to enjoy walking the trails. Over the period, things deteriorated, footfall declined, and unsocial elements made this park their haven,' says Raghuvir Chandel, a Kaithu resident and a frequent visitor to the park. Inaugurated in July 2018, Glen Nature Park spans around 164 hectares and is surrounded by Annandale, Chaura Maidan, Summer Hill and Boileauganj. It has three walking trails, including the historic British-era Brass Path leading to the Indian Institute of Advanced Study, through scenic vistas lined with cedar, pine and oak trees. The other two trails lead to Himachal Pradesh University at Summer Hill and Sangti village. Entry to the park is free. 'Imagine the hooliganism: people did not just break the wooden floor of the rain shelter, they also burnt it to cook food. It is still lying unrepaired. The park shares a boundary with a government residential colony, and residents found a good dumping ground for their garbage,' adds Chandel. The park is bisected by the main link road connecting the Annandale Helipad and Chaura Maidan near the Vidhan Sabha building. The portion under the Gawahi Gram Panchayat, where the three trails are located, is visibly in a better condition than the other half. 'How long can we fight antisocial elements?' says Sanjay Azad, president of the Gram Sudhar Sabha, Gawahi. 'We have informed the authorities, including the local police and forest department, several times. Someone from our village calls the police or forest guards every other day. While responses do come, they are temporary. A permanent solution would be regular deployment of guards and staff at the park,' Azad adds. Azad is part of a voluntary group working for the betterment of the village and its neighbouring areas, including Glen Nature Park. 'But without the authorities' contribution, our wings are clipped,' he adds. Pawan Chauhan, Shimla Divisional Forest Officer (Urban), admits that they are aware of these issues. 'Though we do not have permanent staff posted at the park, Glen Beat Forest staff visit there periodically. We also conduct cleanliness drives from time to time. The wooden floor of the rain shelter was burned a year ago, and we are aware of it. The wooden floor and signboard will be repaired as soon as we receive a budget,' he says. 'We have repaired the motorable road and the walking trails, but it cannot support regular vehicular movement. During incessant rains in 2023, landslides took place in the park, and many damaged sections have since been restored,' Chauhan adds.
