Quick Info
| Profession | Journalist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 18/12/1971 |
| Age | 54 years |
| Birthplace | New Delhi |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Latest News about Barkha Dutt
23/01/2026
Barkha Dutt spoke at an event in Kerala about the changing nature of journalism and argued that influencers need not be opposed if journalism’s core purpose is not compromised. Her remarks highlighted the ongoing debate over how news media should adapt to new platforms while preserving editorial standards.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous For | Hosting the talk show 'We The People' on NDTV for 16 years |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
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| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Graduate | English Literature from St. Stephen's College, New Delhi |
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| Masters | Mass Communication from Jamia Millia Islamia Research Center, New Delhi |
| Masters Degree | Journalism from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, New York |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced | ||||||||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Barkha Dutt gained popularity for reporting on the Kargil War in 1999. | |
| 2. She hosted the talk show 'We The People' on NDTV for 16 years. | |
| 3. Her mother, Prabha Dutt, was a renowned journalist associated with Hindustan Times. | |
| 4. Bahar Dutt, her younger sister, is also a journalist working for CNN IBN. | |
| 5. She is the founder and editor of Mojo Story, an independent digital media platform. | |
| 6. She received the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour. | |
| 7. She left NDTV after 21 years in January 2017. |
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