Sakshi

Sakshi is a term with multiple uses in Indian contexts. In Sanskrit, the word sakshi means “witness” or “testimony,” and it has been adopted as a feminine given name in many Indian languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, and Kannada. As a name, it often conveys the notion of bearing witness or presence.

As a personal name, Sakshi is widely used in India and among the Indian diaspora. Notable individuals with the name include Sakshi Tanwar, an Indian actress known for roles in television series such as Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain.

Sakshi is also the name of a Telugu-language daily newspaper published by the Sakshi Media Group. The newspaper is based in Hyderabad and was launched in 2008 by Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy. It serves readers in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and has expanded to digital platforms and related media properties.

In addition to its use as a given name and a publication title, Sakshi appears in various literary and cultural contexts within Indian languages, reflecting the broader symbolic meaning of witnessing or testimony. The term thus functions as both a personal name and a media brand in contemporary Indian society.