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Smriti Irani

Smriti Irani

Height: 1.7 m DOB: 23 March 1976

Smriti Irani is a prominent leader within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). She is a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha, representing Amethi. In the Indian general election 2019, Smriti Irani defeated Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi's family had previously represented the constituency for four decades. Prior to this, she was a Member of the Rajya Sabha for Gujarat and held multiple portfolios as a Minister in the Government of India (GOI). Smriti Irani contested the 2014 general elections against Rahul Gandhi in Amethi constituency of Uttar Pradesh. Irani lost to Rahul Gandhi by 1,07,923 votes, a 12.32% margin.

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Smriti Irani uses Jethalal's example from 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' to describe 'overworked

Smriti Irani uses Jethalal's example from 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' to describe 'Monday'

Trending | May 10, 2022, 02:07 PM IST

Smriti Irani, who happens to be the Union Minister, took to Instagram and shared a hilarious meme featuring none other than Jethalal aka Dilip Joshi from the popular show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. It seems like the 47-year-old actress-turned-politician was quite occupied at the beginning of the week which is why she can’t wait for the weekend to arrive.

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Smriti Irani shares an emotional appreciation post for daughter Zoish, fans call it 'beautiful bond'

Trending | Apr 18, 2022, 01:56 PM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani took to her social media to express her unsaid feelings for her daughter Zoish Irani. She posted a heartfelt note and appreciated her daughter for her compassion and says that she makes her proud.

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Video: Dramatic in-flight face-off between Smriti Irani and Congress leader over petrol, gas prices

India | Apr 10, 2022, 04:43 PM IST

The Union Minister told the Congress leader that she doesn't appreaciate this as passengers were trying to deboard the plane but the Congress leader was blocking the way.

Bhumi Pednekar, Smriti Irani

Bhumi Pednekar meets Smriti Irani, lauds her for 'amazing work' towards Children & Women. See pic

Celebrities | Mar 29, 2022, 11:05 PM IST

Bhumi Pedenkar recently dropped a picture with Smriti Irani from their recent meeting. In the caption, Bhumi wrote, "@smritiiraniofficial loved meeting you today. More power to you ma'am for all the amazing work you're doing towards uplifting our gender, the children of our country and all compromised communities."  

Smriti Irani as Tulsi Virani of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi

On Smriti Irani's birthday, her old videos as Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's Tulsi Virani go viral

TV | Mar 23, 2022, 02:24 PM IST

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi revolved around an ideal daughter-in-law, Tulsi Virani (Smriti Irani), who is married to the grandson of a rich business tycoon Govardhan Virani. The show is one of the most successful and iconic shows on Indian television. On Smriti Irani's birthday, old videos and photos of her from the show went viral on social media.

Smriti Irani, Mouni Roy

Mouni Roy wishes Smriti Irani on birthday; recalls meeting her for Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi

Celebrities | Mar 23, 2022, 01:34 PM IST

On Smriti Irani's birthday, Mouni Roy took to social media to share a special note for her. She called the days when she first met the actress-politician while shooting for their TV show, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Irani played the role of Tulsi Virani in the popular daily soap.

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Kejriwal killing democracy at very grassroots by starving local bodies of funds: BJP

India | Mar 11, 2022, 09:15 PM IST

Irani said the Kejriwal dispensation has not paid Rs 13,000 crore due to civic bodies in the national capital.

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Twitterverse cheers for Smriti Irani as her video welcoming Indian students from Ukraine goes viral

Trending | Mar 03, 2022, 12:22 PM IST

As per an estimate, there are a total 18,000 student stranded in war-conflict zones. However, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Singhla on Tuesday said that so far 12,000 Indians have been brought out of Ukraine which is 60 per cent of the total Indians in Ukraine.  

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Manipur Election 2022: Smriti Irani joins traditional Manipuri dancers during Imphal visit | WATCH

Elections | Feb 22, 2022, 03:51 PM IST

Smriti Irani was canvassing for BJP candidate Okram Henry Singh in Manipur when she joined the group of dancers.

Manipur Election 2022: If BJP forms govt, it will create Rs

Manipur Election 2022: If BJP forms govt, it will create Rs 100 cr fund for startups: Smriti Irani

Elections | Feb 19, 2022, 12:14 PM IST

Attacking the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Smriti Irani said, "Did Rahul Gandhi or the Congress party manage to create an environment for the creation of at least 60 startups in the country."

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Only BJP-led alliance can ensure Punjab's development: Smriti Irani

Elections | Feb 16, 2022, 08:47 PM IST

Addressing a poll rally here, the Minister for Women and Child Development, Smriti Irani said only a BJP-led government can ensure Punjab's overall development and security.

Smriti Irani aka Tulsi then and now

As 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' returns, look at THEN & NOW photos of Smriti Irani & others

TV | Feb 15, 2022, 10:37 PM IST

Ekta Kapoor's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' is returning to the small screen very soon. Filled with an ensemble cast including actors like Smriti Irani, Ronit Roy, Karishma Tanna, Mouni Roy, Amar Upadhyay and others was counted amongst one of the longest-running shows of its time. The news of its re-run has led to excitement amongst fans about how the cast looks now. In case you are one of those, here's a list of 'Kyunki' actors' then and now pictures.

Goa: Smriti Irani helps accident victim on her way to

Goa: Smriti Irani helps accident victim on her way to campaign venue

Elections | Feb 06, 2022, 08:53 AM IST

The Union Minister helped the injured lady and sent her to the hospital with a cop in one of the cars of her convoy.

Smriti Irani pens special note for Kyunki co-star Mouni Roy and her husband Suraj Nambiar

Smriti Irani pens special note for Kyunki co-star Mouni Roy and her husband Suraj Nambiar

TV | Jan 27, 2022, 04:00 PM IST

Ekta Kapoor's cult classic 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' marked Mouni Roy's acting debut opposite Pulkit Samrat. She played Smriti Irani’s adopted child Krishna Tulsi in the show and garnered a lot of popularity. The actress tied the knot to Suraj Nambiar on Thursday in Goa.

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'Why private citizen?': BJP blasts Channi for briefing Priyanka on PM Modi's security breach

India | Jan 12, 2022, 03:30 PM IST

PM Modi's Punjab visit on January 5 was cut short as he was stranded on a flyover for 20 minutes due to a blockade by protesters. After the lapse in security, PM Modi's convoy decided to return without attending an event

Ab receiving end pe damaad hoga, bahu nahi: Smriti Irani shares sweet pic of daughter & son-in-law

Ab receiving end pe damaad hoga, bahu nahi: Smriti Irani shares sweet pic of daughter & son-in-law

Celebrities | Dec 29, 2021, 04:47 PM IST

Smriti Irani's daughter Shanelle got engaged to Arjun Bhalla. Apart from Shanelle, Smriti Irani has two more children Zohr and Zoish. While Zohr and Zoish are Smriti's children with her husband Zubin Irani. Shanelle is Zubin's daughter from his first marriage to Mona Irani.

Smriti Irani, Shanelle, Arjun Bhalla, Union Minister

Smriti Irani's daughter Shanelle gets engaged to Arjun Bhalla, Union Minister shares pictures

Celebrities | Dec 26, 2021, 06:41 AM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani announced her daughter Shanelle's engagement. Apart from Shanelle, Smriti has two more children Zohr and Zoish. While Zohr and Zoish are Smriti's children with her husband Zubin Irani. Shanelle is Zubin's daughter from his first marriage to Mona Irani.  

Bill to increase marriage age for women introduced in Lok

Bill to increase marriage age for women introduced in Lok Sabha, referred to Standing Committee

India | Dec 21, 2021, 04:28 PM IST

Smriti Irani introduced the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill 2021 that seeks to increase the legal minimum age for women to marry to 21 years.

BJP leader and Union Minister Smriti Irani 

'First denounce, bring him to justice': Irani chides Congress over K'taka MLA's 'enjoy rape' remark

India | Dec 17, 2021, 02:19 PM IST

Irani's remarks in LS amid Opposition protests during the Question Hour came a day after Congress MLA KR Ramesh Kumar said in the K'taka Assembly that "when rape is inevitable lie down and enjoy".

'Ghar par ladka hai par lad nahin sakta’: Smriti Irani

'Ghar par ladka hai par lad nahin sakta’: Smriti Irani mocks Priyanka Gandhi’s slogan

India | Nov 12, 2021, 01:51 PM IST

Irani quipped the innuendo, mocking both former Congress president Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav.

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