Friday, 29 November 2024

'Vague Allegations Against EC Unfair'

'To attribute motives to the individual election commissioner or the Election Commission as a group is very unfair.'

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Thursday, 28 November 2024

'Election With EVM Is Not Fair Unless...'

'We accept EVMs cannot be hacked because it is not connected, but can they be manipulated?'

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'When the mkt is good, you have to capitalise on it'

'Within India, people want high-quality, personalised banking services, and the demand for such services has exploded.'

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'EC Can Shut Mouths Once And For All'

'If machines (EVMs) are so reliable, if our electoral system is so reliable, then why has the Election Commission so far not even responded to an ADR plea to share data of 79 (Lok Sabha) constituencies where there's a (alleged) dispute?'

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'At 88, It's Difficult To Get Roles...'

'If I got more work, I would do even more! Recently, I did the Tanishq ad.'

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Wednesday, 27 November 2024

When Will Zainab-Akhil Wed?

'Akhil is a good boy and deserves every happiness.'

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'Uddhav, Sharad Pawar's Future Is Shaky'

'If you stay out of power for long, you become irrelevant, your party members become restless and start looking to jump ship.'

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''Trump's Win Won't Affect Skilled Immigrants'

'As far as skilled immigration is concerned, the US needs Indian skills and Indian talent, and there are no two opinions about it even among US companies.'

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Tuesday, 26 November 2024

'Something Fishy About Election Results'

'How can the voting percentage be higher than the actual polled votes?'

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'Modi Was Not A Factor In Maharashtra'

'Money power was deployed like an army in a war.'

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'Not Comfortable Wearing A Bikini'

'I will never go against my comfort zone in terms of outfits. So, I refused Housefull.'

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Monday, 25 November 2024

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing...'

'For politicians, winning the next election has become more important than economic stability of the country and broader national interest.'

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'Give Audience Emotional Ride, Not...'

'When a film goes beyond the specified level of audio standards, it starts affecting the psychological behaviour of the audience.'

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'Manipur Govt Wants AFSPA In Kuki Areas, But Not..'

'This is leading to anarchy.'

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'Jal Jungle Zameen Trumped Roti Beti...'

'Jairam Mahto's new party dented the NDA because he pulled a lot of the OBC vote.'

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Sunday, 24 November 2024

'I Was Fated To Play Jinnah'

'I have no idea why I was so many film-makers' choice for Jinnah. I assume it is because I was born and bred in Mumbai and speak English.'

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'It's A Different Kashmir Now'

'One day, I would love to have a house there.'

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Saturday, 23 November 2024

'Forget About EVM Hacking!'

'Party workers sit outside polling booths and they know everything that is happening.'

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'Important My Kids See Their Father'

'It is a blessing to work at home. My family is always around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged.'

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'Hindutva Tsunami Has Swept Maharashtra'

'More than 9.5% new voters have been added to the electoral voters' list compared to the 2024 Lok Sabha election.'

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'Even Mahayuti Didn't Expect This Triumph'

'Pro-incumbency worked big time for the ruling party.'

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'This Result Is Next To Impossible'

'Maharashtra election result is a chamatkar of EVM.'

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Thursday, 21 November 2024

'Uncertainty related to inflation has not gone'

'In addition, we have geopolitics and politics and all the other things that will affect commodity prices.'

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'Russia Wants To Terrorise Ukraine'

'Russia is aiming at demoralising Ukraine as a nation.'

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'How Did Nehru End Up As PM?'

'About whether I'm worried it will blow up into something, no, I'm used to these things.'

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Wednesday, 20 November 2024

'India In 1947 Was A Ticking Time Bomb'

'When you watch Freedom At Midnight, I want you to feel like you are sitting on a ticking time bomb.'

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'Kohli, Rohit Also Need A Pat Sometimes'

'What is the use of talent if that player plays so many Tests and averages below 35 after a few years of being in the Indian team?'

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Tuesday, 19 November 2024

Meet Maharashtra's Wealthiest Candidate

'When honest, wealthy people come forward to serve India, people should feel proud and welcome them.'

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Monday, 18 November 2024

'Aamir And I Are Still Very Close'

'After being married for almost 18 years, and since there was never any rancour between us, we are still very close, as parents of Azad, as colleagues in the film work that we do, and as friends.'

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Sunday, 17 November 2024

'We Know How To Protect Our Religion'

'If someone fiddles us on our religion then we will pay back five times more to that person. We have proved that time and again.'

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How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

'BJP and RSS may have differences over minor issues but their hearts long for one common aim -- that of A Hindu Rashtra.'

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Saturday, 16 November 2024

'If Pawar Tells Me To Jump In A Well...'

'The reason I am not anxious about the opponent facing me in the front (Ajit Pawar) is because of who is standing behind me like a rock (Sharad Pawar).'

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'Deepika Conveyed Purest Form Of Love'

'There's so much innocence in her expression of sexual curiosity.'

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Friday, 15 November 2024

''Have Muslims Faced Problems In Maharashtra?'

'We have given riot-free Maharashtra in our 18-month rule.'

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Thursday, 14 November 2024

Guru's Nephew Takes On Eknath Shinde

'Crores of rupees have been spent on paper but nothing has actually happened on the ground.'

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'America Is In For Domestic Turmoil'

'Trump's disregard for norms and institutions could prove very costly for America's social fabric.'

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How I Made Freedom At Midnight

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

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Wednesday, 13 November 2024

Explained: SC's Property Judgment

'A rigid or overly broad interpretation could lead to a chilling effect on investments and growth in sectors traditionally driven by private initiative.'

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Exclusive! Adani Wasn't There At Meeting: Ajit Pawar

'That was my mistake.'

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'Sanju Samson Can Be India's Test Opener'

'People should realise he is an impact player, like Virender Sehwag.'

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Tuesday, 12 November 2024

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

'Trump will absolutely back New Delhi on its position that Pakistan must do more to crack down on terrorists that threaten India.'

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The Real Star Of Lapatta Ladies

'There's a very strong feeling of sisterhood that I feel is missing in Indian households.'

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Why The Pardesi Girl Quit The Movies

'Mom trusted the wrong people, and let the wrong kind of elements get into our life.'

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Monday, 11 November 2024

'There Are Some Conversations With Hollywood'

'Hopefully, in 10 years, I will cross over.'

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'In Equity Markets, One Has To Be...'

'While investors need to be prepared for making some losses, they should not lose big money chasing euphoria amid fear of missing out.'

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Samantha Dreams Of Being A Mother

'I don't think it's too late.'

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My Kid Brother Washington Sundar

'The world is yet to watch him, show his prowess as a batter, but given the chance he will do a great job.'

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Sunday, 10 November 2024

Vidya Balan On The Bhool Bhulaiyaa Effect

'I want to just haso, hasao and khush raho.'

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Friday, 8 November 2024

'Varun's Citadel Character Is Bambaiya'

'I would think a hundred times before I wrote a gay character or a mentally challenged character because it requires a lot of research and empathy. That's the reason I shy away entirely from stories that have rape. I just can't. It's just terrifying for me, as a woman, to handle subjects like that because it's so sensitive.'

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'Kamal Got Me Hooked On To Fitness'

'It was my job to read out their lines to the actors and make sure they spoke them with the right diction, accent and pronunciation. If you look at my photographs from the Sadma set, you will always find me with a file in hand, even when I am in my costume. While Kamal and Sridevi were diligent about their Hindi dialogue, Silk Smitha, while always respectful, was not too interested in her lines or my instructions.'

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Thursday, 7 November 2024

'Focus Is To Maintain The Casa Ratio'

'It has remained around 38 per cent over the past four to five quarters.'

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'Kohli Will Turn Things Around'

'Even if we had won the New Zealand series 3-0, it would have meant little because the conditions in Australia are very different, and the team there is very different.'

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Wednesday, 6 November 2024

The Spy Who Became A Farmer

'Everything about farming is enjoyable and relaxing.'

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'Couldn't Imagine Chatting With Kamal'

'I was completely in awe of him. After the shot was okayed, I would quickly run back to my chair and sit quietly till I was called again.'

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Tuesday, 5 November 2024

'Varun Was Hanging, Upside Down...'

'Varun was so exhilarated with the intense physical action sequences.'

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'I Won't Mind Going Back To TV'

'If there's something that is more progressive and more modern, I would love to do it.'

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'Kamala Has A Very Strong Connect With India'

'This victory would mean a huge inspiration for the next generation who can say that coming from India I can be anybody I want to be if I work hard and acquire the right skills.'

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'I Have Ideas For Two Sequels For Andaz Apna Apna'

'I may not have accrued a large bank balance, but I think I've earned something far valuable. Respect.'

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'Trump Respects The Indian People'

'The relationship between India and the US, when Donald Trump was president, had been so much stronger.'

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Monday, 4 November 2024

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.'

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'Next DGP Must Only Be According To Seniority'

'If you want to have fair elections you should have an officer, who is appointed as per the rules laid down for such appointments, which is based on seniority.'

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Sunday, 3 November 2024

'Trump Wants To Make America White Again'

'There are 725,000 Indians here without proper papers. They are subject to deportation immediately under this (Trump's immigration plan). Immediately!' 'They want to prevent new immigration, get the people who are already here out of here, and only allow population increases in the white population.'

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'We have secured a place for large deals'

'Our growth in banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) is a prime example.'

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Saturday, 2 November 2024

'I Feel I Fail Shah Rukh'

'I'm happy piggybacking on his stardom.'

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Friday, 1 November 2024

Why This Two-Time BJP MP Rebelled

'This isn't political. This fight is for justice. This is the fight to give justice to the party workers'

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'Young Desi Men May Vote For Trump'

'One of the big findings is that younger men seem to have shifted towards the Republican Party.'

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'Growth Of Cheese Market In India Is Exponential'

'Only 20 per cent of families in India buy cheese twice once a year.'

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The PT Teacher Behind Two WPL Stars

'Today when I see them talking to people from different countries confidently, I realise that education does not come from classrooms al...