Get ready to say good bye to ₹ 5 trillion if no new economic policy is forthcoming. Neither boldness alone or knowledge alone can save the economy from a crash. It needs both. Today we have neither ~ Subramanian Swamy, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

Today, I have a humble suggestion. Can we not use the power of language to unite? Can media play the role of a bridge and bring people speaking different languages closer. This is not as difficult as it seems
~ Prime Minister Narendra Modi

The Civil Aviation Minister Hardip Puri has been misled by foreign consultancy firms and corrupt bureaucrats on privatising Air India. I need to remove his doubts because if Govt goes ahead with selling off Air India it would be playing into the hands of foreign interests
~ Subramanian Swamy, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

If you feel like you’re losing everything, remember that trees lose their leaves every year and they still stand tall and wait for better days to come.
~ Harsh Goenka, Chairman RPG Enterprises

Do not miss out on an important work email or a video call from your loved ones. Access Railways free & fast WiFi service at stations. Yesterday, 83 stations were connected with WiFi service making the total cross 3,500 stations.
-Piyush Goyal, Minister of Railways and Commerce & Industry

Jokes apart. A large part of our media thankfully stands for truth. A few black sheep are in all professions.
– Harsh Goenka, Chairman RPG Enterprises

The Human Rights & Alliance of Civilizations Room is one of the largest conference rooms at the United Nations Geneva. The main feature is a ceiling sculpture by the prominent Spanish artist Miquel Barceló, The work represents the themes of multiculturalism and mutual tolerance.
~ UN Geneva

Had a very fruitful meeting with the CM’s of the LWE affected states. Discussed several issues related to the security & development of these states. Left-Wing Extremism is against the idea of democracy and under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi we are committed to uprooting it.
-Amit Shah, Union Home Minister, Government of India and National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

When you have peace of mind, it’s easier to cope with problems. Real change will come about not as a result of prayer, but of using intelligence and taking action.
~ His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama

Just wrapped up a great meeting with my friend Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India at the G7 Summit in Biarritz, France!
~ Donald J Trump, US President

Exploring India: My 15 destinations to visit– Sundarbans, Ziro Valley, Namdapha National Park, Brahmaputra River Cruise, Zanskar, Tanjore Brihadeeswarar temple, Bekal, Mandu, Orcha, Badrinath-Kedarnath, Rann of Kutch, Badami- Aihole, Pattadakal, Shekhawat, Auli, Spiti Valley.
~ Amitabh Kant, CEO, Niti Aayog.

Let us teach our daughters that life is not about being beautiful.
Teach them to be independent.
Be ambitious.
Be strong.
Be confident.
Be intelligent.
Be brave.
Be the way she wants to be.
Be authentic in the world of pretention.
Let’s redefine ‘beauty’.
~ Harsh Goenka, Chairman, RPG Enterprises

Outstanding show from our Para-Badminton players at World Championships. 3 golds, 4 Silvers & 5 bronze medals! Hearty Congratulations on the best ever performances to win the gold medals & become World Champions!
~ Kiren Rijiju, Minister of State (I/C), Youth Affairs and Sports.

Through 1.36 lakes access points across the country, India Post Payment Bank is playing a key role in expanding financial inclusion and offering g easy banking services to common citizens”
~ Ravi Shankar Prasad, Union Minister of Law & Justice, Communications, Electronics & IT

We tend to blame the government for all our woes. Not correct. Yes, the government needs to do more to stimulate demand, but we India inc. need to change- innovate more, have sharper cost efficiencies and prepare ourselves better for global volatility and changing business models.
~ Harsh Goenka, Chairman RPG Enterprises

Why does Pakistan like PC? Because as FM in 2005 he overruled the IB, RAW, and CBI who opposed giving printing of currency paper contract to a Pvt Co Delaru in the UK since the company also prints Pakistan currency paper making counterfeiting easy. No wonder ISI loves him
~ Subramanian Swamy, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

By reducing the voting age from 21 to 18, Rajiv Gandhi Ji added 5 Cr new voters. This was an unequivocal message of confidence in India’s youth that said – you have come of age & India believes in you.
~ Rahul Gandhi, Member of Parliament.

In all fields of peacekeeping, women have proven that they can perform the same roles, to the same standards & under the same difficult conditions as their male counterparts. Recruiting & retaining women is an operational imperative.
~ United Nation, Geneva

Why is MoF squeezing AI funds to make it collapse? Is PWC the consulting company exercising in Govt undue influence to get AI to be sold for scrap? To whom? PIL is certain to follow
~ Subramanian Swamy, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

Independent UN experts urge India to end communications shutdown in Kashmir. “The shutdown of the internet & telecommunication networks, without the Government justification, are inconsistent with the fundamental norms of necessity & proportionality.
~ United Nation Geneva

Congratulations to our Women Hockey Players for winning Gold 🥇at Tokyo Olympic Test Event by beating Japan in the finals. A proud moment for India and the entire Railways family as 13 players of the team are from Railways.
Piyush Goyal, Minister of Railways, Commerce and Industry

My visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain would be the first-ever Prime Ministerial visit to the Kingdom. I look forward to meeting Prime Minister His Royal Highness Prince Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and His Majesty the King of Bahrain Shaikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
– Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India

आप खुद ही फिर से सुन लीजिए! @Narendramodi Ji said; Those who looted the nation will have to return what they have looted.
– Kiren Rijiju, Minister of State (Independent Charge) Youth Affairs & Sports and Minister of State for Minority Affairs,

Modi’s Govt is using the ED, CBI & sections of a spineless media to character assassinate Mr. Chidambaram. I strongly condemn this disgraceful misuse of power.
~ Rahul Gandhi, MP, Lok Sabha

Are physical distances & lack of resources restricting you to perform experiments? Not Anymore! Virtual Labs give you access to a fully interactive simulation environment to perform experiments, collect data & answer questions to assess the understanding of the knowledge acquired
~ Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, Union HRD Minister

Lunar Orbit Insertion (LOI) of #Chandrayaan2 maneuver was completed successfully today (August 20, 2019). The duration of maneuver was 1738 seconds beginning from 0902 hrs IST
~ISRO

Prime Minister @narendramodi had a telephone conversation today with @POTUS H.E. Mr. Donald Trump. Their thirty-minute conversation covered bilateral and regional matters and was marked by the warmth and cordiality which characterizes the relations between the two leaders.
– PMO India, Office of the Prime Minister of India

Reports of suffering are upsetting, but it’s a mistake to think we can do nothing about it. Many problems we face are of our own making. Since we are social animals who need friends, the least we can do is smile and respond to others warm-heartedly—that will make a difference.
~ His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama

Be very clear about one thing; Beef is openly available in India…Just like Alcohol is available everywhere in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Adnan Sami, Music Composer, Singer, Song Writer, Concert Pianist & Actor.

Spoke to my two good friends, Prime Minister Modi of India, and Prime Minister Khan of Pakistan, regarding Trade, Strategic Partnerships and, most importantly, for India and Pakistan to work towards reducing tensions in Kashmir. A tough situation, but good conversations!
-Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States of America

On this day, in 1945, Netaji went on a flight from Taihoku Airport in Taiwan, only to disappear forever. We still do not know what happened to him. People have a right to know about the great son of the soil.
~Mamata Banerjee, Chief Minister of West Bengal

Over three lakh thirty thousand crore rupees have been earmarked for the North East by the 14th Finance Commission, which is more than 200 percent of the amount allocated by the erstwhile UPA government.
– Amit Shah, Home Minister

The middle class saves money in banks with hard-earned work. The rich pick that money from banks as they are more enterprising, many with not honest intentions. So rich build their business and homes with money from the middle class with banks as intermediaries. Strange but true!
~Harsh Goenka, Chairman, RPG Enterprises

Some stupid people think I support UCC(Uniform Civil Code) means I support BJP. They think UCC is BJP’s idea. Actually, UCC is the most secular demand all over the world. One nation one law. Law must be based on equality,& NOT be based on religion.
~ Tasleema Nasreen

Namaskar, Was deeply honoured and humbled, when the President of our country, Shri Ramnath Kovind Ji, so gracefully came and met me at my residence. I stand in gratitude. Sir, you make us proud!
-Lata Mangeshkar, Singer

Tagore was an ardent believer in the value of protecting, nurturing and propagating our rich cultural heritage. He once said, “Without music and the fine arts, a nation lacks its highest means of national self-expression and the people remain inarticulate.”
~ Venkaiah Naidu, Vice President of India

The more people learn to tackle their afflictive emotions, the more individuals will achieve peace of mind, and the more individuals achieve inner peace, the greater are the prospects for peace in the world.
~ His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama

My resolve: I will not touch plastic from today. Plastic items take up to 1000 years to decompose in landfills. Plastic bags we use in our everyday lives take 10-1000 years to decompose, while plastic bottles can take 450 years or more.
~ Amitabh Kant, CEO Niti Aayog

Wealth creation is a great national service.
Let us never see wealth creators with suspicion.
Only when wealth is created, wealth will be distributed.
Wealth creation is absolutely essential. Those who create wealth are India’s wealth and we respect them.
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Congratulations!
I’m extremely delighted and feel proud that India has defeated England by 36 runs in the final to clinch Physical Disability World Cricket Series 2019
~ Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of State, (I/C) for Youth Affairs & Sports.

Dear Governor Malik, 
A delegation of opposition leaders & I will take you up on your gracious invitation to visit J&K and Ladakh. 
We won’t need an aircraft but please ensure us the freedom to travel & meet the people, mainstream leaders and our soldiers stationed over there. 
~ Rahul Gandhi, MP, Lok Sabha ~

Self Defence training to girls in govt schools helping them become psychologically, intellectually & physically strong to protect themselves in times of distress. 
They are being trained to leverage daily articles like keychains, dupattas, etc. for their protection.
This is an initiative from the Ministry of Human Resource Development.  #InitiativesofMHRD
~ Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, Union Minister of Ministry of Human Resource Development~

My best wishes on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. I hope it furthers the spirit of peace and happiness in our society. Eid Mubarak!
~Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India

Harnessing the full potential of biofuels to generate alternative energy in various forms, including ethanol, 2G ethanol, Compressed Biogas and biodiesel will help achieve PM Modi’s vision of reducing import dependence of biofuel and ensuring sustainable energy future in the country.
– Dharmendra Pradhan, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister

I had tweeted demanding lookout notice for NDTV Roys. CBI acted. Today the Roy’s tried leaving for South Africa. They were intercepted and denied boarding
~ Subramanian Swamy, MP, Rajya Sabha

Besides, tree plantation, rainwater harvesting and water conservation should be taken up in a big way on the lines of SwachhBharat, which became a people’s movement. Reduce, Reuse and Recycle should be the mantra for conserving water.
– M. Venkaiah Naidu, Vice President of India

The music of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika transcends all barriers! He is a universally admired cultural icon, whose rich works capture all aspects of human spirit and emotions. The Bharat Ratna (Posthumously) is a manifestation of his contribution to our culture and music.
-Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Of India

My parliament speech on UT Ladakh and Art. 370 was not done for any praise or for getting it to viral. I just spoke the #MaanKiBaat of the lovely people of Ladakh.
–Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, Member of Parliament (LS) Ladakh

She cries for the felling down of 2 trees which she planted when she was only in class 1. We rushed at her place and tried to console her providing more saplings. Now She will be the State government,s “Green Ambassador” for C M,s Green Manipur Mission “ let’s follow her, save nature
-N.Biren Singh, Chief Minister of Manipur

Deeply shocked to learn of the passing away of Smt Sushma Swaraj. Difficult to accept this news. The whole nation grieves, the Foreign Ministry even more so.
~ Dr. S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India

Sushma Ji’s demise is a personal loss. She will be remembered fondly for everything that she’s done for India. My thoughts are with her family, supporters, and admirers in this very unfortunate hour. Om Shanti.
~ Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India

Promise fulfilled

~ Ram Madhav, National General Secretary, BJP

Jammu & Kashmir is an integral part of India, Therefore, the Indian Parliament is competent to make laws for the state.
–Amit Shah, Home Minister

Now Namo Govt must withdraw the Petition filed by Nehru in the UNSC seeking UN intervention in Kashmir. The Petition was filed without Cabinet approval hence illegal
~ Subramanian Swamy, Rajya Sabha MP

My proud privilege & pleasant duty extending a warm welcome to Shri R.N Ravi, Hon’ble Governor of Nagaland. The entire Naga community is looking forward to his Governorship. May God bless him with good health, long life & may he have the most successful tenure as Nagaland Governor
Neiphiu Rio, Chief Minister of Nagaland

Its always my priority to be in touch with my @BJP4Arunachal party workers wherever I go. We have to keep strengthening the party. Met @BJP4India party workers from 7-Bomdila Assembly Constituency.
Pema Khandu, Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh 

Five steps to rescue the economy:
1. Abolish personal income tax
2. Reduce the prime lending rate to 9%
3. Raise bank term deposit rate to 9%
4. Make corporate R&D & employees” children education expenditure tax-deductible
5. Print notes liberally for infrastructure construction
~ Subramanian Swamy, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

Many congratulations Ravish. Radhika and I believe that what you have done is a huge victory for journalism in India. May others have the courage to learn from your brilliance and humility – unchanged in the 23 years you have been with NDTV.
~ Prannoy Roy, Co-Founder, NDTV

One of the lessons we need to learn is how to cultivate those positive emotions that counter destructive emotions like anger and fear. Compassion, for example, brings self-confidence and the ability to act transparently. It strengthens trust which is the ground for friendship.
~ His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama

I don’t just walk out for my Team. I walk out for my country.
Rohit Sharma, Cricketer