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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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'These women have become an inspiration for all of us': Smriti Irani hails milkwomen of Banas Dairy

'These women have become an inspiration for all of us': Smriti Irani hails milkwomen of Banas Dairy

India | Aug 30, 2020, 03:17 PM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Saturday applauded the hard work of the milk women of Gujarat's Banas Dairy who have become the top earners in the previous financial year.

Kokilaben's dialogues turned into rib-tickling song, Smriti Irani says 'Kya se kya ho gaya dekhte de

Kokilaben's dialogues turned into funny song, Smriti Irani says 'Kya se kya ho gaya dekhte dehte'

Trending | Aug 22, 2020, 12:08 PM IST

While Twitterverse was oozing out creativity in the form of hilarious memes using Kokilaben's dialogues from Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, music producer Yashraj Mukhate took to Instagram to share a ROFL song that he made out of a particular scene from the show. Smriti Irani gave a thumbs up to the viral video and wrote, 'Kya se kya ho gaya dekhte dekhte'

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi turns 20: Smriti Irani shares Tulsi's first scene, thanks Ekta Kapoor

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi turns 20: Smriti Irani shares Tulsi's first scene, thanks Ekta Kapoor

TV | Jul 05, 2020, 11:52 AM IST

Smriti Irani became a household name with the role she played in the Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and ever since her image of an 'adarsh bahu' still rules the heart of many. As the show turned 20, Smriti took to her Instagram and shared a video of her first shot and revealed how Ekta Kapoor believed in her when the director wasn't impressed.

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Ekta Kapoor shares throwback video of Smriti Irani from her Miss India days

Jun 26, 2020, 11:15 PM IST

In the video, Smriti Irani can be seen talking about her passions and ambitions. The 21-year-old Smriti wanted to be a politician back then as well.

BJP's first virtual rally in Rajasthan on Sunday

BJP's first virtual rally in Rajasthan on Sunday

India | Jun 13, 2020, 11:24 PM IST

The BJP's first virtual rally in Rajasthan will be held on Sunday to mark the completion of the first year of the second term of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, a party spokesperson said.

On Ekta Kapoor's birthday, 10 trademark scenes without

On Ekta Kapoor's birthday, 10 trademark scenes without which her daily soaps are incomplete

TV | Jun 07, 2020, 02:05 PM IST

If you are a 90s kid, we bet you have grown up watching Television Czarina Ekta Kapoor's shows. If that's the case, then you probably know the signature rules that each and every serial of hers has to follow. On her 45th birthday, let's revisit some of them here!

Happy Birthday Ekta Kapoor: Smriti Irani, Karan Johar to Mouni Roy, celebs pour in wishes for TV Cza

Happy Birthday Ekta Kapoor: Smriti Irani, Karan Johar to Mouni, celebs pour in wishes for TV Czarina

TV | Jun 07, 2020, 12:02 PM IST

TV Czarina Ekta Kapoor is celebrating her 45th birthday amid lockdown. However, this hasn't stopped celebs to pour in wishes for her. Look how Smriti Irani, Mouni Roy, Karan Johar, Parth Samthaan, Divyanka Tripathi, and others wished Ekta who brought a revolution in the industry.

Smriti Irani's witty reaction to Ekta Kapoor's throwback photo will leave you ROFL-ing

Smriti Irani's witty reaction to Ekta Kapoor's throwback photo will leave you ROFL-ing

Celebrities | Apr 15, 2020, 06:29 AM IST

Ekta Kapoor jogged down memory lane to share a throwback picture from the days of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, the show that made Smriti Irani a household name.

Congress MPs misbehaved with BJP women MPs in Lok Sabha:

Congress MPs misbehaved with BJP women MPs in Lok Sabha: Smriti Irani

India | Mar 02, 2020, 07:27 PM IST

​Union Minister Smriti Irani on Monday alleged that Congress MPs in Lok Sabha misbehaved with BJP women members, who have also complained to the Speaker against some opposition party lawmakers.

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Smriti Irani's throwback photo will take you to the time when Karan Johar preferred smiles over Pout

Celebrities | Feb 27, 2020, 12:32 PM IST

The picture posted by Smriti Irani is from the time when she along with Sakshi Tanwar made an appearance on Karan Johar's popular talk show Koffee With Karan.

Proud of men of my country: Smriti Irani

Proud of men of my country: Smriti Irani

India | Feb 19, 2020, 08:36 PM IST

Union Minister for the Ministry of Women and Child Development Smriti Irani on Wednesday said that she was proud that not only women but also men showed high morals by approving Medical termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Bill 2020.

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'Tweet se pehle team ko bolo check kare': Smriti Irani's advice to Rahul Gandhi

India | Feb 18, 2020, 08:13 AM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani took a jibe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi calling him begani shaadi mein abdullah deewaney after the former Congress chief targeted the Modi government following Supreme Court allowing permanent commission for women in the Indian Army.

Smriti Irani lauds Taapsee Pannu's Thappad trailer, says

Smriti Irani lauds Taapsee Pannu's Thappad trailer, says 'will definitely watch the film'

Celebrities | Feb 09, 2020, 09:58 PM IST

Smriti Irani said, "I might not support the political ideology of the director or may disagree with some actors on some issues but this is a story that I will definitely watch and hope people watch it with their families. It’s not ok to hit a woman ... not even a slap ... not even JUS

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Smriti Irani showers 'maasi love' on Ekta Kapoor's son Ravie. Watch video

Celebrities | Feb 09, 2020, 02:48 PM IST

Smriti Irani plays with baby boy Ravie while mum Ekta Kapoor captures memories.

'Women capable of choosing their candidate': Smriti Irani hits back at Kejriwal

'Women capable of choosing their candidate': Smriti Irani hits back at Kejriwal

Elections | Feb 08, 2020, 01:15 PM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Saturday attacked Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over a tweet in which he urged women to come out in large numbers and vote in the assembly election.

FIR filed over alleged illegal use of Smiri Irani's picture by developer in Uttar Pradesh

FIR filed over alleged illegal use of Smiri Irani's picture by developer in Uttar Pradesh

India | Jan 22, 2020, 06:12 PM IST

An FIR has been lodged on a complaint by Union Minister Smriti Irani's aide that her picture was used by a developer without her consent in an advertisement, police said on Wednesday.

Deepika stood with those who divide India, want to know what is her political affiliation: Smriti Ir

Deepika stood with those who divide India, want to know her political affiliation: Smriti Irani

India | Jan 10, 2020, 12:11 PM IST

Union Minister Smriti Irani slammed Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone for visiting the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). Speaking at a conclave organised by The New Indian Express, Irani said she wants to know what Deepika Padukone's political affliation is. 

Smriti Irani lashes out at Rahul Gandhi

Smriti Irani lashes out at Rahul Gandhi over rape remark; demands punishment

India | Dec 13, 2019, 01:06 PM IST

Lashing out at Rahul Gandhi inside the Lok Sabha, Smriti Irani said: "This is the first time in the history of India that a man from Gandhi family has the audacity to insult women and call for their rape."

Congress looted country, Modi brought development, says Smriti Irani

Congress looted country, Modi brought development, says Smriti Irani

Dec 08, 2019, 10:28 PM IST

  Union Minister Smriti Irani on Sunday accused the Congress of looting the nation during its regimes and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi ushered in several developmental works.

3.18 lakh children missing since 2014: Irani

3.18 lakh children missing since 2014: Smriti Irani

Politics | Dec 06, 2019, 07:27 PM IST

The details of missing children were reported on web portals TrackChild and 'Khoya-Paya' which are used to track them. The data is from January 1, 2014 to December 4, 2019, the Union minister said.

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