Muhammad Hanif Abbasi (Urdu: محمد حنیف عباسی) is a prominent Pakistani politician, businessman, and current Federal Minister for Railways. Born on January 4, 1966, in Rawalpindi, Punjab, Hanif Abbasi has had a dynamic political career marked by significant electoral successes, legal battles, and a strong affiliation with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). As a key figure in Rawalpindi politics, he has represented his constituency multiple times in the National Assembly and remains an influential voice in national affairs as of 2025. Early Life and Education Muhammad Hanif Abbasi was born into the Dhund Abbasi clan, a tribal group prominent in northern Punjab. His father, Muhammad Khalil Abbasi, raised him alongside five brothers and one sister. Abbasi completed his early education at Muslim League High School in Lahore, where he excelled in sports like football and cricket. He later graduated from Forman Christian College and the University of the Punjab. Before entering politi...
Name: Nishant Kumar Birthdate: July 20, 1981/82 (turned 44 on July 20, 2025) ( The Indian Express ) Parentage: Son of Nitish Kumar , 9‑term Chief Minister of Bihar, and the late Manju Sinha Education: Engineering graduate—studied software engineering at Birla Institute of Technology ( The Indian Express , Hindustan Times ) Background: Grew up under the public spotlight of his father's long political career. Raised outside active politics, he later made occasional public appearances, emphasizing spiritual reflection before more overt political leanings. ✅ Career & Personal Life Early Life & Education: Nishant completed his engineering degree and kept a low profile while living in Patna. Spiritual Inclination: Previously described himself as following a “spiritual path,” consciously avoiding politics ( Hindustan Times ). Family Bonds: Since his mother’s death in 2007, he’s upheld a birthday tradition of visiting Mahavir Mandir in Patna to remember her...