BRICS must provide a united and clear voice in shaping a peaceful, balanced and stable world. We must harness each other's strengths, in knowledge, skills and resources.

My first warning is to my government officers to not presume citizens as thieves.

Reading becomes the fuel for development.

We can see how the role of mobile has changed in past 20 years. It is a perfect example of how one innovation can change an entire era.

A new institution with new design, structure, body, soul, new thinking, and direction will replace the Planning Commission. It will be one that caters to the aspirations of 21st century India.

Our space programme has overcome many hurdles. At the same time it is one of the most cost effective programmes. This should make us proud.

Children who can barely say maa, pappa, are saying Ab ki baar Modi sarkar. This is the power of democracy.