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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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Union Minister calls for 'Vocal For Local' and 'Nari Se

'Nari Se Kharidari': Union Minister's call to promote women vendors, 'Vocal For Local' this Diwali

Business | Nov 01, 2021, 10:35 PM IST

In a Twitter video promoting 'Vocal for Local' and 'Nari Se Kharidari', Union Minister Smriti Irani urged people to support women who are trying to sell Diwali decoration items or approach someone who is good in stitching clothes or can sell a saree of your choice.

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Smriti Irani slams ruling TRS over 'unkept promises'

India | Oct 02, 2021, 11:10 PM IST

The TRS promises of monthly financial assistance to unemployed youth, a celebration of 'Telangana Liberation Day on September 17 (the day of the merger of the erstwhile princely state of Hyderabad with the Indian Union in 1948) have not been implemented, she said.  

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Development not reached all families in Amethi despite Gandhis 'rule' for 5 decades: Smriti Irani

India | Sep 19, 2021, 02:06 PM IST

Smriti Irani said that with the endeavour to ensure development reaches all parts of Amethi, she is going from village to village to find out their needs.

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Manipur: Smriti Irani flags off cycle rally as part of Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2021

India | Sep 13, 2021, 11:23 AM IST

Irani said that the Poshan cycle rally is a unique initiative that is a mix of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clarion call for 'Fit India' and 'Suposhit Bharat'.

Bengal bypolls: Smriti Irani, Hardeep Puri among BJP's star

Bengal bypolls: Smriti Irani, Hardeep Puri among BJP's star campaigners

India | Sep 10, 2021, 07:29 PM IST

Interestingly, disgruntled leader Babul Supriyo, who had resigned from active politics but was persuaded by BJP chief JP Nadda against resigning as a Lok Sabha member, has also found a place in the list of star campaigners.

Kangana Ranaut meets Smriti Irani

Kangana Ranaut calls Smriti Irani 'real life Thalaivii,' shares photos of their meeting

Celebrities | Sep 09, 2021, 08:50 PM IST

Actor Kangana Ranaut met several politicians on Thursday for a special screening of her film Thalaivii for prominent ministers in Delhi.

Smriti blasts Rahul after he questions govt's NMP move

'Govt headed by his mother...': Smriti blasts Rahul after he questions govt's NMP move

India | Aug 25, 2021, 12:11 PM IST

Irani, who represents UP's Amethi constituency in Lok Sabha, went on to associate Rahul Gandhi's politics with 'hypocrisy' and 'arrogance'.

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Netizens can't stop talking about Smriti Irani's drastic weight loss: 'What a transformation'

Celebrities | Aug 17, 2021, 06:14 PM IST

Smriti Irani, on Monday, reminded netizens about the ongoing pandemic and urged them to wear masks. However, it was her drastic weight loss transformation that caught everybody's attention.

Professor held for making derogatory remarks against Smriti

Professor held for making derogatory remarks against Smriti Irani

India | Jul 21, 2021, 04:32 PM IST

Shaharyar Ali surrendered to Additional Sessions Judge Anurag Kumar and moved an interim bail application on Tuesday.

Govt rejigs Cabinet Committees; Smriti Irani, Sonowal,

Govt rejigs Cabinet Committees; Smriti Irani, Sonowal, Bhupender part of panel on political affairs

India | Jul 13, 2021, 10:38 AM IST

The Cabinet Committees have been reconstituted by the Central Government on Monday. The CCPA is one of the most important committees that take decisions on political strategy.

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MP: Man held for objectionable comments against PM Modi, Smriti Irani

India | Jul 11, 2021, 12:37 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh police have arrested a 28-year-old man for allegedly making objectionable comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani on social media.

Smriti Irani, Ekta Kapoor celebrate 21 years of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | WATCH

Smriti Irani, Ekta Kapoor celebrate 21 years of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi | WATCH

TV | Jul 04, 2021, 04:07 PM IST

Union Minister and former actor Smriti Irani on Saturday evening celebrated 21 years of her iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor-led Balaji Telefilms, the soap opera premiered on July 3, 2000 and ran for eight years, clocking more than 1,800 episodes.

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Smriti Irani aka Tulsi mourns co-star Mandira Bedi’s husband Raj Kaushal’s demise

Celebrities | Jun 30, 2021, 05:54 PM IST

Smriti Irani, who had worked with Mandira Bedi in popular TV show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', mourned Raj's sudden demise.

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'Gyani baba': Smriti Irani slams Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of Modi govt's handling of pandemic

India | Jun 22, 2021, 03:04 PM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Tuesday called Rahul Gandhi a 'gyani baba' who is 'dishing out pearls of wisdom' to others.

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Maniesh Paul visits Smriti Irani at her home, posts how 'kaadha' has replaced tea

Celebrities | Jun 16, 2021, 06:52 PM IST

As Maniesh Paul paid a visit to the politician and former actress Smriti Irani's house, the actor pointed out how a Kaadha has replaced the traditional welcoming beverage -Tea. 

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Smriti Irani inaugurates oxygen plant in Amethi

India | Jun 12, 2021, 03:35 PM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Saturday inaugurated an oxygen production plant at the district hospital in Amethi, her parliamentary constituency, officials said.

Over 500 children orphaned in India due to second wave of

Over 500 children orphaned in India due to second wave of Covid

India | May 26, 2021, 10:56 AM IST

India has crossed the death toll of 3 lakhs and is now the third country to register the highest Covid deaths after the United States of America and Brazil.

Smriti Irani shares Charger d'affaires in hilarious video as she reflects upon importance of charger

Smriti Irani shares Charger d'affaires in hilarious video as she reflects upon importance of charger

Trending | Apr 07, 2021, 08:17 PM IST

Actress turned politician Smriti Irani never fails to entertain her fans and followers on social media. Recently, Smriti shared a hilarious video whic reflected upon the importance of a charger.

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'Politicians have no business': Smriti Irani reacts to Uttarakhand CM's ripped jeans remark

India | Mar 26, 2021, 09:18 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Tirath Singh Rawat had drawn flak when he said that youngsters follow strange fashion trends due to a lack of values and consider themselves to be big shots after wearing jeans ripped at the knees. 

On Smriti Irani's birthday buddy Ekta Kapoor wants her to make an exception

On Smriti Irani's birthday buddy Ekta Kapoor wants her to make an exception

Celebrities | Mar 23, 2021, 06:32 PM IST

Actress turned politician, Smriti Irani turned a year older on Tuesday. Smriti's dear friend and producer Ekta Kapoor took to her Instagram and shared a special wish for Smriti.

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