Rubika Liyaquat is one of India’s favourite TV news anchors. She’s famous for her bold questions, lively debates, and strong takes on politics. Born on April 18, 1983, in Udaipur, Rajasthan, she’s 42 years old in 2026. She stands 5 feet 6 inches tall (168 cm) and weighs about 55-56 kg.

Her Childhood and School Years

Rubika grew up in beautiful Udaipur, known as the City of Lakes. Her home was filled with books and lively news discussions. She attended St. Gregorios Senior Secondary School (sometimes called St. Gregorian’s). Even as a kid, she shone in public speaking and debates. This sparked her dream of working in TV news. Later, she moved to Mumbai and earned a Bachelor of Mass Media degree in Journalism from Mumbai University.

Her Career Journey Step by Step

• First Job (2003): Began anchoring at Channel 24 while still in college. She learned the ropes of live TV.
• Live India (2007): Joined as a full-time anchor.
• News 24 (2008): Worked as a senior correspondent and prime-time host.
• Zee News (2012-2018): Her big break came with the show Taal Thok Ke. Her tough questions to politicians went viral.
• ABP News (2018-2023): Hosted Master Stroke every night and gained millions of fans. When Rubika Liyaquat quit ABP News, it became a major headline in 2023.
• Today at News18 India: Now a Consulting Editor, she leads top prime-time debate shows. She also had early stints at Aaj Tak.

Rubika often reports live from election grounds and big events. Her monthly salary is around ₹50 lakhs, and her net worth is estimated at ₹2-10 crore from TV, events, and social media.

Where She Lives

Her roots are in Udaipur, but she now calls Mumbai, Maharashtra, home for her job. Mumbai’s fast pace fits her busy life, and she travels across India for stories.

Her Family

• Religion: Islam (Muslim).
• Father: Late Amar Liyaquat (businessman).
• Mother: Fatuma Liyaquat (environmental scientist).
• Sister: Anjum Liyaquat.
• Husband: Naved Qureshi (also known as Naved Jamal), a fellow journalist. They married on April 28, 2012, in a simple ceremony.
• Children: One son and one daughter (names kept private).

She shields her family from the spotlight, saying home gives her strength.

Fun Facts About Her

• Zodiac Sign: Aries – it matches her fiery energy.
• Nationality: Indian.
• Hobbies: Reading news, staying fit, and family time.
• Style: Sharp sarees or suits on TV; simple and casual off-camera.
• Awards: Multiple wins for best anchor, including Indian Television Academy Awards.
• Social Media: Huge following on X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.

Rubika breaks barriers as a Muslim woman at the top of Hindi news. Her story – from a small-town girl to TV superstar – inspires young journalists everywhere. She shows that hard work and speaking truth can lead to great success.